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Sorento press information

All-New Ceed Sportswagon press pack

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The All-New Kia Ceed Sportswagon

1 THE ALL-NEW KIA CEED SPORTSWAGON2Short story

2 THE ALL-NEW CEED SPORTSWAGON ON (JUST OVER) A PAGE8A quick resume of the Ceed for those with an urgent deadline

3 THE DESIGN STORY10Wider, lower and with an athletic appearance

4 THE TECHNICAL STORY 12Greater dynamism and new petrol and diesel engines

5 RIDE, HANDLING AND NVH15Engineered for European roads and validated on UK roads

6 TECHNOLOGIES AND FEATURES 17Technological innovation to enhance comfort and convenience

7 RANGE FINDER19Three-tier range structure

8 COST-CUTTER26CO2 emissions as low as 99g/km

9 MANUFACTURING AND THE ENVIRONMENT 28European-made in Slovakia

10 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS31We've anticipated what you're likely to ask us

11 FIVE MINUTES WITH PAUL PHILPOTT 33Burning questions you would love to ask our President and CEO

12 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 35Facts, facts and more facts

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1 THE ALL-NEW KIA CEED SPORTSWAGON Short story

• Athletic new design for Kia’s C-segment estate• Name updated: cee’d becomes Ceed• Designed, engineered and built in Europe• New from the ground up with latest technology• All engines are turbocharged and meet the latest Euro-6d-Temp emissions regulations• New safety and advanced driver assistance systems• First Kia to offer Lane Following Assist technology• 9 variants based on three engines, two transmissions and three trim lines• On sale in the UK from 1 August

Since the first-generation Kia cee’d started production at Kia’s new Slovakian manufacturing facility in December 2006, more than 1.3 million units have been built. More than 660,000 of the second-generation model have been built since production began in 2012. A new naming format for the latest generation car – cee’d becomes Ceed – consolidates its reputation as a car for the Community of Europe, with European Design. As it enters its third iteration, the all-new Ceed is expected to account for an even greater proportion of Kia’s European sales.

Like its predecessors, the Ceed has been designed, developed and engineered in Frankfurt by Kia’s European design, product development and R&D teams. It will be manufactured at the brand’s production facility in Žilina, Slovakia, alongside the Sportage and Venga models.

In 2017, the C-segment accounted for 22 per cent of all European vehicle sales and is consistently one of the two largest segments by volume. The outgoing cee’d accounted for 16 per cent of Kia’s total European sales in 2017 and has regularly ranked alongside the Sportage as one of the brand’s best-selling models in Europe in recent years.

Since the introduction of the cee’d, Kia’s annual European sales have more than doubled, from 225,000 in 2006 to more than 472,000 in 2017. In the medium term, Kia is targeting annual sales of more than 500,000 vehicles. The Ceed model family will therefore continue to underpin the sustained growth of the Kia brand for years to come, remaining one of Kia’s best-selling product lines. The Ceed occupies a unique position in the Kia line-up, perceived by buyers as the most dynamic and sporty volume car to drive, while also being one of the most reliable, practical and recognisable.

The Ceed five-door hatchback makes up the majority of sales, while Sportswagon models have accounted for approximately 40% of all Ceed sales since its launch in 2007 (compared to around 30% for other C-segment vehicles with estate variants).

Kia Ceed Sportswagon offers top-of-the-class practicalityThe Ceed Sportswagon has been designed at the brand’s European design centre in Frankfurt, Germany, under the direction of Gregory Guillaume, European Head of Design, and Peter Schreyer, President of Design and Chief Design Officer. Carrying over the sporty, emotional design character of the Stinger, the Ceed Sportswagon conveys a more self-confident new look – one that is both emotive and precise in its execution.

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Lower, wider, and with a longer rear overhang than the car it replaces, the Ceed Sportwagon’s cab-rearward silhouette exhibits a more mature sense of athleticism. Straight lines replace the rounded-off edges of its predecessor, evolving the front of the car with a wider ‘tiger-nose’ grille and lower air intake, and precise, linear shapes framing its ‘face’. The new model features LED daytime running lights as standard, echoing the appearance of earlier cee’d GT and ‘GT-Line’ models.

In profile, the sharp, straight lines visually lengthen the bonnet. A greater sense of maturity and strength is created in its shoulder line, which now runs along a more horizontal plane. The model adopts the wide C-pillar that has become a hallmark of Kia design in recent years, enhancing its cab-rearward stance. This also gives the upper window-line a sleek new ‘half-moon’ shape. At the rear, new LED daytime running lights give the Ceed greater visibility – and recognition – on the road. Paired with straight lines in the bodywork and a subtle rear boot spoiler, the Ceed Sportswagon presents a more stable overall appearance.

Constructed on Kia’s new ‘K2’ platform and sharing similar dimensions to the five-door hatchback, the Ceed Sportswagon is 20mm wider (1,800mm) and 20mm lower (1,465mm) than the outgoing model. Its wheelbase remains the same at 2,650mm, with the front overhang shortened by 20mm (to 880mm), and rear overhang extended by 115mm (now 1,070mm). Extending the straight lines of the bodywork, and capped with a subtle tailgate spoiler, the Ceed Sportswagon joins its five-door hatchback sibling in presenting a stable, sporty aesthetic. The model boasts a significantly larger, 625-litre (VDA) boot that is not only class-leading, but better than many estate cars from the class above. In addition, there is greater shoulder room for rear passengers, more headroom in the front row, and a lower driving position. By folding the rear seats down, the generously-sized cargo space can be extended to 1,694 litres (VDS). The boot lip is also substantially lower – the lower lift-over height makes it easier to load heavier items into the boot.

C-segment estate customers’ expectations go beyond cargo capacity, so Kia’s designers have ensured versatility and usability are key strengths for the Ceed Sportswagon, making it one of the most practical cars in its class. Dependent on grade, the split-fold rear seats are fitted in a 40:20:40 configuration and can be folded remotely with a single touch from a lever just inside the tailgate. With the seats folded, the boot floor is completely flat. Every Ceed Sportswagon features an underfloor box to secure or hide smaller items, as well as a tonneau cover and a bag hook to prevent groceries and other items rolling around the load bay. Integrated roof rails are also fitted as standard to facilitate supplementary stowage.

Available on the first edition, Sportswagon customers can also specify a Smart Power Tailgate which opens automatically when it detects the Ceed’s smart key in close proximity to the tailgate, for occasions when users’ hands are full with heavy cargo.

From launch, the Ceed Sportswagon five-door estate will be available in the UK with a choice of nine paint finishes – two of them unique to the Ceed Sportswagon. There is a choice of wheel designs available, with buyers able to choose from 16-inch aluminium alloy wheels, or 17-inch two-tone diamond cut aluminium alloy wheels dependant on grade.

There are 9 versions of the Ceed Sportswagon, based on three trim levels – ‘2’, ‘3’, ‘First Edition’. All models are front-wheel-drive and feature a practical five-door estate bodystyle. This car is the second of a whole all-new family of Ceed models to be launched over the next two years.

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Interior inspired by StingerInside the cabin, the Ceed Sportswagon is more ergonomic than ever, and with higher-quality materials used throughout. The cabin architecture from the most recent Kia vehicles has been adapted for the Ceed Sportswagon, with the dashboard laid out horizontally for a more sculptural, seamless and slimline appearance. This design also creates greater space and a sense of openness for the front passenger, allowing more space in the footwell and a clearer view ahead.

The dashboard is split into an upper area – for the ‘floating’ touchscreen infotainment system – and lower level, housing controls for audio and heating and ventilation. Driver-centric in its layout, the centre console is angled slightly towards the driver’s seat for ease of use on the move. The interior is finished in a higher proportion of sophisticated soft-touch materials throughout, subtly intensifying the refined and upscale ambience of the cabin. Surfaces are finished with metallic or satin chrome trim, with buyers able to choose from a range of cloth, cloth with faux leather bolsters or genuine leather upholstery. A leather-wrapped steering wheel and gear stick are also fitted as standard.

Engineered for UK roadsTested exhaustively on European roads – including the UK – Kia’s test tracks in Korea and at the infamous Nürburgring race circuit in Germany, the Kia Ceed Sportswagon will provide relaxed and safe family motoring and easy, economical long-distance motorway cruising for those who use their cars for business or travel.

The ride and handling characteristics of the Ceed Sportswagon have been tuned to elevate the car over its predecessor in terms of dynamism and driver engagement. The new fully-independent suspension system will provide drivers with more agile and immediate handling responses, complemented by revised spring and damper rates and a faster steering rack. The ride has been developed on Europe’s wide variety of road surfaces, remaining comfortable while giving drivers the confidence of tighter body control under cornering and stability at higher speeds.

The Ceed Sportswagon range is powered by a wide choice of powertrains developed to meet diverse buyer needs. Petrol options include an updated version of Kia’s popular 1.0-litre T-GDi (Turbocharged Gasoline Direct injection) engine, producing 118bhp, as well as an all-new 1.4-litre T-GDi power unit. Replacing the earlier 1.6-litre GDi engine, the ‘Kappa’ 1.4-litre T-GDi engine produces 138bhp, four per cent more than its predecessor despite its lower displacement. The engine’s turbocharger ensures a wider torque band than the earlier 1.6-litre engine, making it more responsive in a wider range of driving conditions, while also reducing emissions.

The Ceed Sportswagon is also available with Kia’s all-new ‘U3’ diesel engine. Designed to go beyond the stricter limits laid down by the latest Euro 6d Temp emissions standard, the ‘U3’ 1.6-litre CRDi (Common-Rail Direct injection) unit uses Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) active emissions control technology to regulate emissions. The engine produces 114bhp and 280Nm of torque when paired with a manual gearbox or 300Nm of torque when fitted with Dual-Clutch Transmission (DCT) and is available with an ECO Pack on manual gearbox derivatives. Fitted with the ‘U3’ 1.6-litre CRDi engine, the Ceed Sportwagon’s carbon dioxide emissions are designed to be as low as 99g/km using the new Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP), when converted to the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC).

On Ceed Sportwagon’s fitted with the ECO pack, an Active Air Flap opens and closes depending on engine cooling requirements, enhancing the car’s aerodynamic efficiency for greater fuel economy. Available on the ‘2’ grade, the ECO Pack features

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an underbody cover and lower suspension, aiding air flow beneath the vehicle, as well as low rolling resistance Michelin tyres.

Every engine is paired with a six-speed manual transmission, while the 1.4-litre T-GDi and 1.6-litre CRDi engines are also available with Kia’s seven-speed Dual-Clutch Transmission (DCT).

Technological innovation to enhance enjoymentInnovation sits at the heart of the Kia Ceed Sportswagon, which will become the most high-tech car in its class. The cabin features a wide range of new technologies to enhance comfort and convenience for occupants. The ‘floating’ infotainment system is available as a 7.0-inch touchscreen audio system, or an 8.0-inch touchscreen navigation system. Standard technologies include full Bluetooth smartphone integration, Android AutoTM and Apple CarPlayTM smartphone compatibility. A powerful JBL® Premium sound system with Clari-Fi music restoration and a wireless smartphone charger is standard on the ‘First Edition’.

A Drive Mode Select system with Normal and Sport modes will enable owners to tailor their driving experience on ‘3’ and ‘First Edition’ grades with DCT transmission. Drivers can use Drive Mode Select to alter the level of effort required to steer the car, while each mode subtly changes the character of the engine. ‘Normal’ mode maximises the potential for greater fuel efficiency and offers more relaxed steering inputs, while ‘Sport’ enhances throttle responses, enables faster acceleration – from a standstill and at speed – and adapts the steering to offer additional weight and more decisive responses to driver inputs.

On the outside, the Ceed Sportswagon is fitted with newly-designed LED daytime running lights (DRLs) as standard. Previously, these were only featured on sportier models, embedded into the front bumper – DRLs are now integrated into the headlamp units on every variant in the range. Full LED headlamps are standard on the ‘First Edition’ grade.

Advanced safety and driver assistance systemsIn addition to the car’s seven standard airbags, advanced driver assistance technologies further enhance occupant protection, using active safety systems to mitigate the risk of collisions. Standard safety technologies include High Beam Assist (HBA), Driver Attention Warning (DAW), Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) and Forward Collision Warning with Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA).

A first for any Kia sold in Europe, the Ceed Sportswagon is available with Lane Following Assist (LFA). Fitted as standard to ‘First Edition’ model, Lane Following detects road markings to keep the car in its lane on the motorway, and controls acceleration, braking and steering depending on the convoy of vehicles in front. The system uses external sensors to maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front, operating between 0 and 81mph.

Additional technologies on the ‘First Edition’ grade include Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go, Blind Spot Collision Warning (BCW), Smart Parking Assist System (SPAS) and pedestrian recognition with haptic steering wheel warnings for the Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) system. Every Ceed Sportswagon is equipped as standard with Kia’s Vehicle Stability Management (VSM), ensuring stability when braking and cornering by controlling the car’s Electronic Stability Control (ESC) if it detects a loss of traction.

Specification highlights

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All versions of the Ceed Sportswagon are comprehensively equipped and feature an extensive package of comfort, convenience and safety items which becomes progressively more luxurious with every step up the range.

Grade ‘2’ is fitted with many features that are usually a cost option on rivals, including cruise control with speed limiter, air conditioning, an alarm system, front wiper de-icer, electric windows all-round and automatic headlight control. Other features include 16-inch alloy wheels with locking wheel nuts, front fog lights, projection headlights and cornering lights, electrically adjustable and heated door mirrors in body colour, a high gloss black front grille, chrome window surrounds and LED rear lights. Moving inside, there’s black premium cloth seat trim, a leather trimmed steering wheel, gearshift and hand brake and a rear centre armrest. A seven-inch touchscreen audio display is provided, along with a reversing camera system with dynamic guidelines, DAB radio, Bluetooth® with voice recognition and music streaming Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay™ smartphone compatibility with voice control. Safety has been given a high priority with Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), High Beam Assist (HBA), Driver Attention Warning (DAW), Hill Start Assist Control (HAC) and Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA), in City only, all included as standard.

Grade ‘3’ builds on the comprehensive equipment levels you’ll find on grade ‘2’, with the addition of 17-inch alloy wheels, privacy glass and rain sensing front wipers, in addition to black cloth seat trim with black faux leather bolsters and power lumbar support for the front seats. An eight-inch touchscreen satellite navigation system with European mapping and traffic messaging channel is provided alongside Kia Connected Services featuring TomTom® Live. Other equipment includes dual-zone automatic air conditioning, electrically folding door mirrors with LED indicators and kerbside lights, an auto-dimming rear view mirror and rear parking sensors, in addition to a 4.2-inch supervision colour cluster display, a USB fast charger in the front centre console and a dual-tone horn. The central fascia is in high gloss black, while the interior door handles have a satin chrome finish.

The ‘First Edition’ grade sits at the top-of-the Ceed range and is the model of choice for technology fans. A Smart Park Assist System (SPAS) integrates front, rear and side parking sensors with the ability to automatically park in parallel or perpendicular spaces, while smart cruise control with stop and go functionality and a Drive Mode Selector are featured when the seven-speed Dual-Clutch Transmission (DCT) is chosen. There’s black leather seats with contrast grey stitching, heated and ventilated front seats, heated outer rear seats and a 10-way power adjustable driver’s seat with memory. A wide electric tilt and slide sunroof with automatic roll blind also comes fitted to the ‘First Edition’ grade, along with LED bi-function headlights and cornering lights, an electronic parking brake, heated steering wheel, stainless steel pedals, smart entry system with engine start/stop button and an eight-speaker JBL® premium sound system with wireless mobile phone charger. Extra safety systems include Blind Spot Collision Warning (BCW), Lane Following Assist (LFA), Speed Limit Information Function (SLIF) and Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) with Pedestrian Detection.

Warranty and after-careIn keeping with every Kia, the Ceed Sportswagon comes with a unique-in-the-UK seven-year or 100,000-mile warranty, subject to certain wear and tear conditions. The warranty is fully transferable should the car be sold before the time or mileage limits have been reached.

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The Ceed Sportswagon is available with Kia’s ‘Kia Care’ service plans, which have been developed to provide customers with a wide range of service plan options for any Kia model within the first seven years of the vehicle’s life – matching its industry-leading seven-year warranty. The service plans include a comprehensive range of options including the original, traditional, first three and five services, but in addition a customer can now purchase services up to and including the seventh service which matches the full length of the warranty. The plans are available for all Kia owners and can be purchased at any point of ownership for cars up to five years old.

UK all-new Ceed Sportswagon line-upRange ModelMid '2' 1.0 T-GDi 118bhp 6-speed manual ISG   '2' 1.6 CRDi 114bhp 6-speed manual ISG Mid/High

'3' 1.0 T-GDi 118bhp 6-speed manual ISG

  '3' 1.4 T-GDi 138bhp 6-speed manual ISG  '3' 1.4 T-GDi 138bhp 7-speed automatic DCT ISG  '3' 1.6 CRDi 114bhp 6-speed manual ISG  '3' 1.6 CRDi 114bhp 7-speed automatic DCT ISGTop 'First Edition' 1.4 T-GDi 138bhp 6-speed manual ISG  'First Edition' 1.4 T-GDi 138bhp 7-speed automatic DCT

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For full technical specification and pricing, please visit www.all-newceeduklaunch.co.uk

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A quick resume of the Ceed for those with an urgent deadline

General Name updated: cee’d becomes Ceed Third-generation car, built in Žilina, Slovakia More than 1.3 million first- and second-generation cee’d models have been

built Designed, engineered and built in Europe Extensive testing completed on European roads and at the Nürburgring race

circuit, with validation testing on UK roads On sale in the UK from 1 August 9-model range based on three engines, two transmissions and three trim

grades Sportswagon five-door estate is the second of a whole family of all-new Ceed

models to be launched over the next two years Important car for Kia in the UK. It’s the third best-selling model behind

Sportage and Picanto and accounts for almost 10 per cent of the company’s sales

Body Inspired by the emotional design character of the Stinger Designed under the direction of Gregory Guillaume, European Head of Design

and Peter Schreyer, President of Design and Chief Design Officer New from the ground up, built on Kia’s new ‘K2’ platform Lower, wider and with a dynamic and sportier appearance Wheelbase and overall length remains similar to before, but with 20mm

shorter front overhang and 115mm extended rear overhang Straight lines replace the rounded-off edges of its predecessor Wider ‘tiger-nose’ grille and lower air intake LED front daytime running lights integrated into the headlights as standard on

all models New rear daytime running lights delivers greater visibility and recognition

Interior More efficient packaging with more headroom in the front row and greater

shoulder room for rear passengers Better ergonomics with a lower driving position Horizontal dashboard layout for a more sculptural, seamless and slimline

appearance. The design creates greater space and a sense of openness for front seat passengers, with more footwell space and a clearer view ahead

Higher-quality materials used throughout the cabin, with a higher proportion of soft-touch materials intensifying the refined and upscale ambience of the cabin

7.0- or 8.0-inch ‘floating’ touchscreen infotainment system, depending on grade

Class-leading luggage space (now 625 litres) with lower lift-over height, making it easier to load heavier items into the boot. Maximum boot capacity of 1,694 litres

Powertrains and running gear Elevated dynamism and driver engagement

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New fully independent suspension delivers greater agility and quicker handling responses, with revised spring and damper rates and a faster steering rack

All engines are turbocharged and meet the latest Euro 6d TEMP emissions regulations

All-new 138bhp 1.4-litre T-GDi petrol engine with 242Nm of torque All-new ‘U3’ 114bhp 1.6-litre CRDi diesel engine featuring Selective Catalyst

Reduction emissions control technology to regulate emissions 7DCT transmission available with 1.4-litre T-GDi and 1.6-litre CRDi engines Ceed Sportswagon models fitted with the ECO pack feature an Active Air Flap

that opens and closes depending on engine cooling requirements, as well as an underbody cover, lowered suspension and low rolling resistance Michelin tyres.

Refinement enhanced with extra soundproofing

Technology and safety The ‘First Edition’ is the first Kia to offer Lane Following Assist technology Standard safety technologies on all grades include High Beam Assist (HBA),

Driver Attention Warning (DAW), Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) and Forward Collision Warning with Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA).

Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) and Speed Limit Information Function (SLIF) standard on ‘First Edition’

Drive Mode Select system with ‘Normal’ and ‘Sport’ modes fitted to DCT versions

8.0-inch touchscreen satellite navigation with European mapping standard on ‘3’ and ‘First Edition’ models

Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay™ smartphone compatibility as standard Kia Connected Services featuring TomTom® Live on ‘3’ and ‘First Edition’

grades Eight-speaker JBL® premium sound system with Clari-Fi music restoration

fitted to ‘First Edition’ Wireless phone charger on ‘First Edition’ grade Reversing Camera System with Dynamic Guidelines standard on all grades Smart Park Assist System (SPAS) with parallel, perpendicular and reverse

parking capabilities on ‘First Edition’ grade, as well as front and rear parking sensors

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3 THE DESIGN STORY

Wider, lower and with an athletic appearance

The Ceed Sportswagon has been designed at the brand’s European design centre in Frankfurt, Germany, under the direction of Gregory Guillaume, European Head of Design, and Peter Schreyer, President of Design and Chief Design Officer. Carrying over the sporty, emotional design character of the Stinger, the Ceed Sportswagon conveys a more self-confident new look – one that is both emotive and precise in its execution.

Lower, wider, and with a longer rear overhang than the car it replaces, the Ceed Sportwagon’s cab-rearward silhouette exhibits a more mature sense of athleticism. Straight lines replace the rounded-off edges of its predecessor, evolving the front of the car with a wider ‘tiger-nose’ grille and lower air intake, and precise, linear shapes framing its ‘face’. The new model features LED daytime running lights as standard, echoing the appearance of earlier cee’d GT and ‘GT-Line’ models.

In profile, the sharp, straight lines visually lengthen the bonnet. A greater sense of maturity and strength is created in its shoulder line, which now runs along a more horizontal plane. The model adopts the wide C-pillar that has become a hallmark of Kia design in recent years, enhancing its cab-rearward stance. This also gives the upper window-line a sleek new ‘half-moon’ shape. At the rear, new LED daytime running lights give the Ceed Sportswagon greater visibility – and recognition – on the road. Paired with straight lines in the bodywork and a subtle rear boot spoiler, the car presents a more stable overall appearance.

Constructed on Kia’s new ‘K2’ platform and sharing near-identical dimensions to the five-door hatchback, the Ceed Sportswagon is 20mm wider (1,800mm) and 20mm lower (1,465mm) than the outgoing model. Its wheelbase remains the same at 2,650mm, with the front overhang shortened by 20mm (to 880mm), and rear overhang extended by 115mm (now 1,070mm). Extending the straight lines of the bodywork, and capped with a subtle tailgate spoiler, the Ceed Sportswagon joins its five-door hatchback sibling in presenting a stable, sporty aesthetic. The model boasts a significantly larger, 625-litre (VDA) boot that is not only class-leading, but better than many estate cars from the class above. In addition, there is greater shoulder room for rear passengers, more headroom in the front row, and a lower driving position. By folding the rear seats down, the generously-sized cargo space can be extended to 1,694 litres (VDS). The boot lip is also substantially lower – the lower lift-over height makes it easier to load heavier items into the boot.

C-segment tourer customers’ expectations go beyond cargo capacity, so Kia’s designers have ensured versatility and usability are key strengths for the Ceed Sportswagon, making it one of the most practical cars in its class. The split-fold rear seats are fitted in a 40:20:40 configuration and can be folded remotely with a single touch from a lever just inside the tailgate. With the seats folded, the boot floor is completely flat. Every Ceed Sportswagon features an underfloor box to secure or hide smaller items, as well as a tonneau cover and a bag hook to prevent groceries and other items rolling around the load bay. Integrated roof rails are also fitted as standard to facilitate supplementary stowage.

Dependant on grade, Sportswagon customers can also specify a Smart Power Tailgate which opens automatically when it detects the Ceed’s smart key in close proximity to the tailgate, for occasions when users’ hands are full with heavy cargo.

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Moving insideInside the cabin, the Ceed Sportswagon is more ergonomic than ever, and with higher-quality materials used throughout. The cabin architecture from the most recent Kia vehicles has been adapted for the Ceed, with the dashboard laid out horizontally for a more sculptural, seamless and slimline appearance. This design also creates greater space and a sense of openness for the front passenger, creating more room in the footwell and a clearer view ahead.

For all models, the dash is split into an upper area – for the ‘floating’ touchscreen infotainment system – and lower area, housing controls for audio and heating and ventilation. Driver-centric in its layout, the centre console is angled slightly towards the driver’s seat for ease of use on the move. The interior is finished in a higher proportion of sophisticated soft-touch materials throughout, subtly intensifying the refined and upscale ambience of the cabin. Surfaces are finished with metallic or satin chrome trim, with buyers able to choose from a range of cloth, faux-leather or genuine leather upholstery. A leather-wrapped steering wheel and gearstick are standard on all grades.

The new platform supports the Ceed Sportwagon’s more efficient packaging, with a more spacious cabin than before. The wider body creates greater shoulder room for rear passengers, while a lower seating position in the rear creates sufficient knee and leg room for passengers in the second row. Despite the lower roofline, the platform and lowered front seating position create greater front-row headroom than before (now 986mm). The lower rear bench also ensures similar levels of headroom for rear passengers.

While the Ceed Sportswagon five-door estate occupies a marginally larger on-road footprint to its predecessor, it boasts a larger 625-litre (VDA) boot – increased in size by 115-litres. The boot lip is also substantially lower than before – the lift-over height is reduced by 87mm compared to the outgoing cee’d, making it easier to load heavier items into the boot. A split-level boot floor allows owners to lower or raise the height of the boot floor, to accommodate larger cargo or create a hidden compartment beneath. By folding the 40:20:40 split rear seats down, the carrying capacity is extended to a class-leading 1,694-litres (VDS).

Grade ‘2’ models feature black premium cloth seat upholstery, with grade ‘3’ versions boasting black cloth seat trim with black faux leather bolsters. Crowning the line-up is the ‘First Edition’ with black leather seats with contrast grey stitching.

The fascia trim is either metallic effect on grade ‘2’ or high-gloss black on all other versions, with satin chrome finish interior door handles for grade ‘3’ and ‘First Edition’ models. The headlining across the range is in light grey. Stainless-steel pedals feature on the ‘First Edition’ version. All Ceed Sportswagon models feature a handy centre console armrest with storage box, with sliding functionality on the ‘First Edition’ grade.

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4 THE TECHNICAL STORY Greater dynamism and new petrol and diesel engines

To coincide with the introduction of the Ceed Sportswagon, Kia is adding all-new petrol and diesel engines to the line-up. The company’s 138bhp 1.4-litre T-GDi (Turbocharged Gasoline Direct injection) power unit makes its debut in the Ceed and joins the 118bhp 1.0-litre T-GDi from its predecessor. A 7DCT (seven-speed Dual-Clutch Transmission) automatic gearbox is available on 1.4 T-GDi and 1.6 CRDi models, alongside a six-speed manual transmission.

An all-new 1.6-litre ‘U3’ diesel engine makes its first appearance in the Ceed, before being rolled out to other models in the Kia range, including the Optima, Stonic and Sportage. Designed to go beyond the stricter limits laid down by the latest Euro 6d TEMP emissions standard, the ‘U3’ 1.6-litre CRDi (common-rail direct injection) uses Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) active emissions control technology to regulate emissions. Each of the powerplants are offered with a choice of six-speed manual or seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, while the 114bhp engine is additionally available with an ECO pack in ‘2’ specification.

Every engine is paired with a six-speed manual transmission, while the 1.4-litre T-GDi and 1.6-litre CRDi engines are available with Kia’s seven-speed Dual-Clutch Transmission.

Engine power, performance and fuel economy figures

Model Power bhp

Torque Nm

0–60 sec

Max speed mph

Combined

mpg

CO2 g/km

‘2’ 1.0 T-GDi 6-speed manual ISG ECO 118 172 10.9 116 52.3 122‘2’ 1.6 CRDi 6-speed manual ISG ECO 114 280 10.6 118 74.3 99‘3’ 1.0 T-GDi 6-speed manual ISG 118 172 10.7 118 50.4 128‘3’ 1.4 T-GDi 6-speed manual ISG 138 242 8.6 130 48.7 132‘3’ 1.4 T-GDi 7-speed automatic DCT ISG 138 242 8.9 127 50.4 127‘3’ 1.6 CRDi 6-speed manual ISG 114 280 10.5 119 68.9 106‘3’ 1.6 CRDi 7-speed automatic DCT ISG 114 300 10.5 119 68.9 108‘First Edition’ 1.4 T-GDi 6-speed manual ISG

138 242 8.6 130 48.7 132

‘First Edition’ 1.4 T-GDi 7-speed automatic DCT ISG

138 242 8.9 127 50.4 127

The petrol enginesBoth petrol engines are turbocharged direct-injection (T-GDi) units from Kia's Kappa family. The 1.0-litre engine has been joined by an all-new 138bhp 1.4-litre version, replacing the 1.6 GDi unit used in the Ceed’s predecessor. The 1.0-litre T-GDi engine fits in perfectly with Kia's downsizing strategy by delivering exceptional power and torque from only three cylinders and a cubic capacity of just 998cc, thanks to turbocharging and direct injection. The T-GDi unit sprays a fine mist of fuel directly into the cylinders through a high-pressure (up to 200 bar) injection system, resulting in highly efficient combustion. Direct injection with turbocharging also helps to boost low-speed response and driveability. The key targets were instantaneous response, high combustion efficiency and exemplary torque across a wide portion of the rev band. The 1.0-litre 12-valve T-GDi engine develops 118bhp at 6,000rpm and 172Nm of torque continuously from 1,500rpm to 4,000rpm, and features a number of innovative technical solutions. There are laser-drilled injectors with six holes laid out in a pyramid shape so that the

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fine mist of fuel is spread evenly throughout the cylinders. A straight air intake port ends in a sharp air intake throat, reducing air resistance at all stages of the process. This improves cylinder tumble flow for faster, more efficient combustion while suppressing engine knocking.

There is a single-scroll turbocharger paired with an electric wastegate motor. This improves turbocharger performance while scavenging clean air for the engine to re-use for combustion. At the same time, it allows the wastegate to open to improve the flow of spent exhaust gases. It is an innovative system which allows higher low-end torque, more immediate response at any throttle opening and improved fuel economy at high engine loads.

The engine is fitted with an integrated exhaust manifold in a one-piece casting, improving sealing, reducing weight and lowering exhaust gas temperatures. Lower temperatures result in cleaner emissions by allowing the catalytic converter to operate more effectively. Engine temperatures are closely regulated by a dual-thermostat split cooling system, which allows the block and cylinder heads to be cooled independently. The main thermostat controls the flow of coolant to the cylinder heads above 88º C to reduce knocking, while the engine block thermostat shuts off coolant flow above 105º C to reduce friction and improve efficiency.

There is continuously variable valve timing on the inlet and exhaust sides, electronic throttle control and light, low-friction moving parts. The crankshaft is offset from the centre-line to aid smoothness. As a result of these detailed engineering measures, the T-GDi engine exhibits minimal throttle lag – the delay between the driver pressing the accelerator and the turbocharger delivering boost. The turbocharger is integrated within the exhaust manifold. For added durability, the cylinder block has been heat-treated and the crankshaft, pistons and connecting rods have been strengthened.

The 1.0 T-GDi engine accelerates the Ceed Sportswagon from standstill to 60mph in 10.9 seconds, on the way to a top speed of 116mph with the fuel efficient ‘ECO’ pack fitted on grade ‘2’. CO2 emissions are pegged at 122g/km, with 54.3mpg possible using the combined economy cycle. On the ‘3’ grade, the Ceed has a top speed of 118mph and can reach 60mph in 10.7 seconds, while CO2 emissions and fuel economy are 128g/km and 50.4mpg, respectively.

An all-new ‘Kappa’ 1.4-litre T-GDi power unit replaces the earlier 1.6-litre GDi engine and produces 138bhp, 4% more than its predecessor despite its lower displacement. The engine’s turbocharger ensures a wider torque band than the earlier 1.6-litre engine, making it more responsive in a wider range of driving conditions – while also reducing emissions. 242Nm torque is available from 1,500 to 3,200rpm, with emissions (on the WLTP cycle converted back to NEDC 2.0) as low as 127g/km when fitted with the seven-speed Dual-Clutch Transmission. Manual models emit 132g/km. Acceleration to 62mph is completed in just 8.6 seconds (8.9 seconds on DCT versions), with a top speed of 130mph for manual derivatives and 127mph on DCT versions.

Both 1.0- and 1.4-litre T-GDi engines are fitted with a gasoline particulate filter to further reduce tailpipe emissions, ensuring the Ceed goes beyond the requirements of the Euro 6d TEMP standard.

All-new U3 diesel engines

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The Ceed Sportwagon is also available with Kia’s all-new ‘U3’ diesel engine. Designed to go beyond the stricter limits laid down by the latest Euro 6d TEMP emissions standard, the ‘U3’ 114bhp 1.6-litre CRDi (Common-Rail Direct injection) uses Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) active emissions control technology to significantly reduce emissions. The 1.6-litre diesel powerplant produces 280Nm or 300Nm of torque in its lower state of tune when paired with manual or Dual-Clutch Transmissions respectively.

With a six-speed manual transmission, the 114bhp engine emits 106g/km (combined, WLTP, converted back to NEDC 2.0), or 99g/km with the ECO Pack. Models fitted with a Dual-Clutch Transmission produce 108g/km.

The Ceed Sportwagon’s 1.6-litre ‘U3’ diesel engine features a range of components designed to improve sound insulation and refinement. These include a timing belt cover and more insulated cylinder block cover, engine undercover, and oil pan cover.

TransmissionsThe 1.0-litre T-GDi powerplant come with a six-speed manual gearbox comes as standard. Kia’s seven-speed dual-clutch (7-DCT) automatic transmission has been developed in-house with the aim of enhancing fuel efficiency while delivering the comfort and smoothness of a torque converter transmission in automatic mode with the sportiness of a manual when the driver chooses to take control of gear changes. It has a maximum torque capacity of 300Nm, while delivering faster changes and lower running costs. Emissions tumble by almost 25 per cent compared to the conventional torque converter equipped gearbox in the car’s predecessor, with CO2 emissions as low as 108g/km, while fuel economy is 68.9mpg.

The manual gearboxes in the Ceed Sportswagon are six-speed units with a wide spread of ratios and long final drives to help bring down fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. They are light and compact with a short, slick shift.

Intelligent Stop and Go (ISG)All versions of the Ceed Sportswagon are fitted with Kia's Intelligent Stop and Go (ISG) stop-start system to reduce fuel consumption and emissions in traffic. As the name implies, this switches off the engine when the car comes to rest and the driver puts the gear stick into neutral and releases the clutch pedal, or brings the car to a stop with automatic transmission. The engine restarts instantly as soon as the clutch pedal is partially engaged again, or the driver releases the brake pedal in automatics. This feature means the car is not using fuel and no emissions are released when it is at rest.

ISG consists of crankshaft position, battery and vacuum sensors plus neutral, on-off and clutch switches that feed into an electronic control unit. This operates the ISG starter, intelligent alternator and cluster. The air conditioning units and bonnet switch also feed into the ISG ECU.

The crankshaft position sensor measures the crankshaft angle during engine run-out and monitors it while the vehicle is stopped, ensuring the starter is activated for as short a time as possible by optimising cranking and combustion. The battery sensor monitors battery condition and temperature, while the clutch and neutral switches recognise when drivers wish to continue driving and ensure the engine is started. There is a brake booster pressure sensor to make sure the engine continues to operate if brake boost falls too low.

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A new heavy-duty maintenance-free Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM) battery delivers the power necessary to run the system, and intelligent alternator management reduces drain on the battery while accelerating and recharges the battery during coasting and braking. The system has been engineered not to stop the engine during warm-up after a cold start or if the air conditioning is working hard. Drivers can also manually turn off ISG through a switch next to the gear stick.

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5 RIDE, HANDLING AND NVH Engineered for European roads and validated on UK roads

The Ceed Sportswagon has been engineered with European buyers in mind. Tested exhaustively on European roads – including the UK – Kia’s test tracks in Korea and at the infamous Nürburgring race circuit in Germany, the Kia Ceed Sportswagon will provide relaxed and safe family motoring and easy, economical long-distance motorway cruising for those who use their cars for business or travel.

The ride and handling characteristics of the new model have been tuned to elevate the car over its predecessor in terms of dynamism and driver engagement. At the same time, a focus throughout the new model’s development on eliminating noise and vibrations means the cabin of the Ceed Sportswagon is more refined than ever.

The new fully-independent suspension system provides drivers with more agile and immediate handling responses, complemented by revised spring and damper rates. The ride has been developed on Europe’s wide variety of road surfaces, remaining comfortable while giving drivers the confidence of tighter body control under cornering and stability at higher speeds.

The front springs are now 40% stiffer and the torsional rigidity of the front stabiliser is reduced by 22%. In addition to accommodating the lighter range of engines, these modifications enable more immediate handling responses and a flatter ride under cornering, reducing understeer and producing greater mechanical grip. The front suspension is aided by a new damper valve system to absorb smaller vibrations. Conversely, the rear spring rate has been relaxed by 10%, absorbing small vibrations and giving the Ceed Sportswagon a relaxed gait at a cruise or over broken road surfaces. The adoption of a newly designed rear stabiliser, new trailing arm bushings, and optimised shock absorber bushings ensures maximum body control under cornering.

The Ceed Sportswagon features a 17% more direct steering rack than its predecessor, with a 12.7:1 ratio from its electric motor-driven power steering system. Requiring just 2.44 turns of the wheel from lock-to-lock, the new model provides a more incisive response to drivers’ steering inputs.

Technology in the Ceed Sportswagon also plays a role in enhancing driver enjoyment, as well as safety. The front-wheel drive car features Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and Kia’s Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) system as standard. This enables the inclusion of Torque Vectoring by Braking technology, an additional electronic driver support feature which intelligently brakes the inside wheels to reduce understeer around corners – making the Ceed Sportswagon more enjoyable and confidence-inspiring to drive.

Refinement and the suppression of noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) was a principal focus during the Ceed Sportwagon’s development. Engineers analysed every element of cabin, engine and suspension insulation and ‘transfer paths’ for NVH. Compared to the outgoing cee’d, the new model features thicker, more insulating dashboard padding, new, more sound-absorbent insulation around the rear wheel arches, and a new insulation layer beneath the cabin carpet, reducing engine and road noise. Reshaped windscreen side mouldings and new, more comprehensive sealing around the doors have led to a reduction in wind noise. The Ceed Sportswagon is therefore quieter than its predecessor at every engine speed, with road noise at 37.5mph (60kph) reduced from 67.5 to 66.5dB. Wind noise is also reduced, with 63dB registering in the cabin at 68.75mph (110kph), compared to

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64dB in the second-generation model.

The chassis and bodyshell also contribute to lower levels of vibration from poor road surfaces. A thicker rear crossmember and additional reinforcement beneath the rear cabin and boot floors reduce the effect of vibrations from the rear axle. New anti-vibration pads are also fitted to the upper cowl, at the base of the windshield, reducing the effect of engine vibrations on the cabin.

The Ceed’s 1.6-litre ‘U3’ diesel engine features a range of additional components designed to improve sound insulation and refinement. These include a timing belt cover and more insulated cylinder block cover, engine undercover, and oil pan cover.

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6 TECHNOLOGIES AND FEATURESTechnological innovation to enhance comfort and convenience

Innovation sits at the heart of the Kia Ceed Sportswagon, which will become one of the most high-tech cars in its class.

The cabin features a wide range of new technologies to enhance comfort and convenience for occupants. The ‘floating’ infotainment system is available as either a 7.0-inch touchscreen audio system or an 8.0-inch touchscreen navigation system, with navigation and Kia Connected Services powered by TomTom®. The system enables full smartphone integration with Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™. Android Auto™ is designed to work with Android phones running 5.0 (Lollipop) or higher. The Ceed Sportwagon’s Apple CarPlay™ system is compatible with the iPhone 5 and every iPhone released since. The Ceed ‘First Edition’ features a powerful JBL Premium sound system with Clari-Fi music restoration technology.

A Drive Mode Select system on DCT versions will enable owners to tailor their driving experience, with Normal and Sport mode. Drivers can use Drive Mode Select to alter the level of effort required to steer the car, while each mode subtly changes the character of the engine. Normal mode maximises the potential for greater fuel efficiency and offers more relaxed steering inputs. Sport mode enhances throttle responses, enables faster acceleration – from a standstill and at speed – and adapts the steering to offer additional weight and more decisive responses to driver inputs.

Standard technologies include full Bluetooth smartphone integration, as well as automatic lights, Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™. A wireless smartphone charger, heated and ventilated front seats, heated outer rear seats and keyless entry are featured on the ‘First Edition’ grade.

On the outside, the Ceed Sportswagon is fitted with newly-designed LED daytime running lights (DRL) as standard. Previously, these were only featured on Kia GT and ‘GT Line’ models, embedded into the front bumper – the DRLs are now integrated into the headlamp units on every model in the Ceed range. Full LED headlamps are also available on the ‘First Edition’ grade.

The Ceed Sportwagon’s ECO Pack is fitted as standard to grade ‘2’ models and features an Active Air Flap, which closes and opens depending on engine cooling requirements, enhancing the car’s aerodynamic efficiency for greater fuel economy. The ECO Pack also features an underbody cover and lower suspension, aiding air flow beneath the vehicle, as well as low rolling resistance Michelin tyres.

Adoption of new driver assistance systemsIn addition to the car’s six standard airbags, advanced driver assistance technologies further enhance occupant protection, using active safety systems to mitigate the risk of collisions. Standard safety technologies include High Beam Assist (HBA), Driver Attention Warning (DAW), Speed Limit Information Function (SLIF), Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) with Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA).

A first for any Kia sold in Europe; the Ceed is available with Lane Following Assist (LFA) on the DCT-equipped ‘First Edition’ model. Lane Following Assist tracks vehicles in front of the car in traffic and detects road markings to keep it in its lane on the motorway. The system controls acceleration, braking and steering depending on the convoy of vehicles in front, using radar sensors to maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front. Lane Following Assist (LFA) operates between 0 and 81mph.

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Additional available technologies include Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Blind Spot Collision Warning (BCW), Smart Parking Assist System (SPAS), and pedestrian recognition with haptic steering wheel warnings for the Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist system (FCA). These features are standard equipment on the ‘First Edition’.

Every Ceed Sportswagon is equipped as standard with Kia’s Vehicle Stability Management (VSM). VSM ensures stability when braking and cornering by controlling the car’s Electronic Stability Control (ESC) if it detects a loss of traction.

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7 RANGE FINDER Three-tier range structure

From launch, the Ceed Sportswagon five-door estate will be available in the UK with a choice of eight paint finishes – two of them unique to the Sportswagon bodystyle. There is a choice of wheel designs available, with buyers able to choose from 16-inch aluminium alloy wheels, or 17-inch two-tone diamond cut aluminium alloy wheels.

There are 9 versions of the Ceed Sportswagon, based on three trim levels –‘2’, ‘3’, ‘First Edition’. All models are front-wheel-drive and feature a practical five-door estate bodystyle. This car is the second of a whole all-new family of Ceed models to be launched over the next two years.

Grade ‘2’ gives buyers the option of the 118bhp 1.0-litre T-GDi direct-injection petrol engine with ECO pack, or the new 114bhp 1.6-litre ‘U3’ 1.6 CRDi engine fitted with the ECO pack. Move up to ‘3’ specification and it is offered with the full range of Ceed engines, including the 118bhp 1.0-litre and 138bhp 1.4-litre T-GDi petrol engines and the 114bhp 1.6-litre CRDi diesel unit. Both the more powerful petrol and the diesel engine can be specified with either a six-speed manual or 7DCT gearbox. At the top of the Ceed range is the ‘First Edition’, which is paired to the 138bhp 1.4-litre T-GDi direct-injection petrol engine and offered with either a six-speed manual or 7DCT gearbox.

Highlights of the range model by modelAll versions of the Ceed Sportswagon are comprehensively equipped and feature an extensive package of comfort, convenience and safety items which becomes progressively more luxurious with every step up the range.

Grade ‘2’ are fitted with many features that are usually a cost option on rivals, including cruise control with speed limiter, air conditioning, an alarm system, front wiper de-icer, electric windows all-round and automatic headlight control. Other features include 16-inch alloy wheels with locking wheel nuts, front fog lights, projection headlights and cornering lights, electrically adjustable and heated door mirrors in body colour, a high gloss black front grille, chrome window surrounds and LED rear lights. Moving inside, there’s black premium cloth seat trim, a leather trimmed steering wheel, gearshift and hand brake and a rear centre armrest. A seven-inch touchscreen audio display is provided, along with a reversing camera system with dynamic guidelines, DAB radio, Bluetooth® with voice recognition and music streaming Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay™ smartphone compatibility with voice control. Safety has been given a high priority with Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), High Beam Assist (HBA), Driver Attention Warning (DAW), Hill Start Assist Control (HAC) and Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) all included as standard.

Grade ‘3’ builds on the comprehensive equipment levels you’ll find on grade ‘2’, with the addition of 17-inch alloy wheels, privacy glass and rain sensing front wipers, in addition to black cloth seat trim with black faux leather bolsters and power lumbar support for the front seats. An eight-inch touchscreen satellite navigation system with European mapping and traffic messaging channel is provided alongside Kia Connected Services featuring TomTom® Live. Other equipment includes dual-zone automatic air conditioning, electrically folding door mirrors with LED indicators and kerbside lights, an auto-dimming rear view mirror and rear parking sensors, in addition to a 4.2-inch supervision colour cluster display, a USB fast charger in the front centre console and a dual-tone horn. The central fascia is in high gloss black, while the interior door handles have a satin chrome finish. Manual gearbox variants

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have the Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist system (FCA) upgraded to include pedestrian detection.

The ‘First Edition’ grade sits at the top-of-the Ceed range and is the model of choice for technology fans. A Smart Park Assist System (SPAS) integrates front and rear parking sensors with the ability to automatically park in parallel or perpendicular spaces, while smart cruise control with stop and go functionality and a Drive Mode Selector are featured when the seven-speed Dual-Clutch Transmission (DCT) is chosen. There’s black leather seats with contrast grey stitching, heated and ventilated front seats, heated outer rear seats and a 10-way power adjustable driver’s seat with memory. A wide electric tilt and slide sunroof with automatic roll blind also comes fitted to ‘First Edition’ grade, along with LED bi-function headlights and cornering lights, an electronic parking brake, heated steering wheel, stainless steel pedals, smart entry system with engine start/stop button and an eight-speaker JBL® premium sound system with wireless mobile phone charger. Extra safety systems include Blind Spot Collision Warning (BCW), Lane Following Assist (LFA), Speed Limit Information Function (SLIF) and Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) with Pedestrian Detection.

Range '2' '3''First Editio

n' EXTERIOR DESIGN & LIGHTING      

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High Gloss Black Radiator Grille

Body Coloured Bumpers

Body Coloured Exterior Door Handles

Body Coloured Door Mirrors

Chrome Window Surrounds

Rear Spoiler

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Automatic Headlight Control

Front Fog Lights

LED Daytime Running Lights

LED Rear Lights

LED High-mounted Brake Light

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Front Wiper De-icer

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Exterior Front Door Handle Illumination - -

Rear Wiper/Washer

Heated Rear Window with Timer

Standard Paint -

Optional Paint OPT OPT -

Premium Paint OPT OPT

INTERIOR DESIGN & COMFORT      

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Driver's Seat Height Adjuster

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjuster -

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10-way Power Adjustable Driver's Memory Seat (Tilting, Sliding, Reclining, Lumbar, Height Adjustment) with Power Lumbar Support on Front Passenger's Side

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Ventilated Front Seats - -

Tilt & Telescopic Steering Wheel Adjustment

Leather Trimmed Steering Wheel & Gearshift

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Leather Trimmed Handbrake

Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) - DCT only

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Light Grey Headlining

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Rear Centre Armrest

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Steering Wheel Mounted Controls

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Cruise Control & Speed Limiter MT Only

Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go Functionality - DCT only

DCT only

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Sunvisors with Vanity Mirror Illumination & Ticket Holder (Driver & Front Passenger)

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Smart Power Tailgate - -

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Rear Coat Hooks

Centre Console Cupholders

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Rear Cupholders in Rear Armrest

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Front Seatback Pockets

Front & Rear Door Storage

Centre Console Storage Box

Dash Illumination Dimmer Switch

Ambient Light (Driver's Footwell) - -

USB & AUX Ports Illumination

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Temporary Spare Wheel (Space Saver)

Luggage 12V Power Socket -

Dual Height Luggage Area Floor

Luggage Area Light

Luggage Area Parcel Shelf

Luggage Hooks

Luggage Rail System - -

AUDIO, COMMUNICATION & INFORMATION      

6-speaker Audio System -

8-Speaker JBL® Premium Sound System - -

DAB Radio Audio with MP3 Compatibility

USB & AUX Ports for Connection of a Media Device

Bluetooth® with Voice Recognition & Music Streaming**

Android Auto™ with Voice Control**

Apple CarPlay™ with Voice Control**

Wireless Mobile Phone Charger** - -

7" Colour Touchscreen Audio Display - -8" Touchscreen Satellite Navigation with European Mapping & Traffic Messaging Channel (TMC) -

Kia Connected Services Featuring TomTom® Live** -

Reversing Camera System with Dynamic Guidelines (Integrated into Centre Fascia Screen)

Rear Parking Sensors*** - -Smart Park Assist System (SPAS) Parallel/Perpendicular/reverse with Front & Rear Parking Sensors***

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3.5" Supervision Cluster Display - -

4.2" Supervision Colour Cluster Display -

Trip Computer

Windscreen Washer Level Warning

ACTIVE SAFETY & DRIVING DYNAMICS      Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) - -

Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)

Lane Following Assist (LFA) - - DCT Only

High-Beam Assist (HBA)

Driver Attention Warning (DAW)

Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) - City

Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) - City/Pedestrian OPT ∆∆

OPT ∆∆ (MT only) /OPT

(DCT only)

Speed Limit Information Function (SLIF) - -

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) & Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)

ABS with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) & Brake Assist System (BAS)

Emergency Stop Signalling

Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Gear Shift Indicator MT only

MT only

MT only

Motor Driven Power Steering

Dual Horn -

Drive Mode Select (Normal & Sport) - DCT Only

DCT Only

Intelligent Stop & Go (ISG)

PASSIVE SAFETY      Twin Front Airbags

Front Passenger Airbag Cut-off Switch

Twin Side Airbags (Front)

Twin Curtain Airbags

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All-round Height Adjustable Headrests

ISOFIX Child Seat Top Tethers & Anchor Fixings

All-round 3-point Seatbelts

Front Seatbelt Height Adjusters

Seatbelt Reminder Warning

Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlocking

SECURITY      

Alarm System

Locking Wheel Nuts

Engine Immobiliser & Deadlocks

Child Safety Rear Door Locks

Interior Door Lock/Unlock Function

Speed Sensing Auto Door Locking (Driver-activated feature)

= standard on grade  OPT = optional on grade- = unavailable on grade

*Some parts of the leather upholstery contain faux leather** Please check with your dealer for mobile phone compatibility. Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay™ via connectivity***Parking Sensors may not match exterior body colour   ∆∆ Advanced Driving Assistance Pack (ADAP), comprises of FCA - Pedestrian. Option available for £250 (inc.VAT).  ∆ Cruise Pack, comprises of FCA - Pedestrian, Smart Cruise Control and Electronic Parking Brake. Option available for £750 (inc.VAT).

    

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8 COST-CUTTER CO2 emissions as low as 106g/km

Kia's ultimate goal is to decarbonise road transport completely, and the company is actively working on all forms of alternative powertrain, including a hydrogen fuel-cell car, and already has electric, hybrid and plug-in hybrid models in the line-up. But Kia is also realistic enough to know that combustion engines will be the mainstay of personal transport for many years to come and is putting huge efforts into reducing the environmental impact of petrol and diesel power units. Kia is investing more than £6 billion and recruiting some 7,300 research and development engineers with this in mind.

The Ceed has been engineered to exceed the Euro 6d TEMP emissions regulations and the new 1.6-litre CRDi ‘U3’ diesel engine manages to achieve 68.9mpg on the combined cycle and CO2 emissions as low as 106g/km when fitted with the ‘ECO’ pack on ‘2’ grade models. This makes it highly attractive for private buyers and business users alike with a low company car Benefit-in-kind taxation rate of 26 per cent.

Fuel consumption (mpg) and CO2 (g/km)Model Urban Extra

UrbanCombine

dCO2

‘2’ 1.0 T-GDi 6-speed manual ISG ECO 45.6 60.1 54.3 120‘2’ 1.6 CRDi 6-speed manual ISG ECO 64.2 74.3 68.9 106‘3’ 1.0 T-GDi 6-speed manual ISG 43.5 56.5 50.4 128‘3’ 1.4 T-GDi 6-speed manual ISG 38.7 57.6 48.7 132‘3’ 1.4 T-GDi 7-speed DCT ISG 42.8 57.6 50.4 127‘3’ 1.6 CRDi 6-speed manual ISG 64.2 74.3 68.9 106‘3’ 1.6 CRDi 7-speed DCT ISG 62.8 70.6 68.9 108‘First Edition’ 1.4 T-GDi 6-speed manual ISG

38.7 57.6 48.7 132

‘First Edition’ 1.4 T-GDi 7-speed DCT ISG

42.8 57.6 50.4 127

Benefit-in-kind taxation rates and VED bands (2018-19)Model Combine

d mpgCO2 Vehicle

Excise Duty year 1/year

2

BIK rate

‘2’ 1.0 T-GDi 6-speed manual ISG ECO 54.3 120 £165 / £140 25%‘2’ 1.6 CRDi 6-speed manual ISG ECO 68.9 99 £165 / £140 26%‘3’ 1.0 T-GDi 6-speed manual ISG 50.4 128 £165 / £140 26%‘3’ 1.4 T-GDi 6-speed manual ISG 48.7 132 £205 / £140 27%‘3’ 1.4 T-GDi 7-speed automatic DCT ISG

50.4 127 £165 / £140 26%

‘3’ 1.6 CRDi 6-speed manual ISG 68.9 106 £165 / £140 26%‘3’ 1.6 CRDi 7-speed automatic DCT ISG 68.9 108 £165 / £140 26%‘First Edition’ 1.4 T-GDi 6-speed manual ISG

48.7 132 £205 / £140 27%

‘First Edition’ 1.4 T-GDi 7-speed automatic DCT ISG

50.4 127 £165 / £140 26%

InsuranceModel Group‘2’ 1.0 T-GDi 6-speed manual ISG ECO 12‘2’ 1.6 CRDi 6-speed manual ISG ECO 15‘3’ 1.0 T-GDi 6-speed manual ISG 13‘3’ 1.4 T-GDi 6-speed manual ISG 18‘3’ 1.4 T-GDi 7-speed automatic DCT ISG 18‘3’ 1.6 CRDi 6-speed manual ISG 15‘3’ 1.6 CRDi 7-speed automatic DCT ISG 15

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‘First Edition’ 1.4 T-GDi 6-speed manual ISG 20‘First Edition’ 1.4 T-GDi 7-speed automatic DCT ISG 20

ServicingServicing is required every 20,000 miles for diesel vehicles and every 10,000 miles for petrol engines or once a year, whichever comes soonest. The Ceed Sportswagon is available with Kia’s ‘Kia Care’ service plans, which have been developed to provide customers with a wide range of service plan options for any Kia model within the first seven years of the vehicle’s life – matching its industry-leading seven-year warranty.

The service plans include a comprehensive range of options including the original, traditional, first three and five services, but in addition a customer can now purchase services up to and including the seventh service which matches the full length of the warranty. The plans are available for all Kia owners and can be purchased at any point of ownership for cars up to five years old.

The magnificent seven-year warrantyKia set a new benchmark in 2007 when it launched the cee'd with an industry-best seven-year/100,000-mile warranty. That demonstration of faith in the quality and reliability of Kia products was subsequently extended to every model.

A major benefit is that it is transferable to subsequent owners at no charge, as long as the seven-year time limit has not been reached and the mileage is below 100,000.

The mechanical warranty is supported by a 12-year anti-perforation warranty and a five-year paint warranty.

The Kia Promise The Kia Promise was introduced to give customers the best ownership experience by giving them access to seven key benefits. The Kia Promise is activated after purchase and is done by simply registering on the online portal, MyKia. Along with the industry leading seven-year/100,000 mile warranty, other benefits of the Kia Promise include complimentary seven day insurance and £250 Insurance Excess Return for one year; easy to use Click & Collect on Genuine Kia accessories; convenient online service booking; Family-Like Care and Accident AfterCare. Every new Kia also comes with complimentary Roadside Assistance for 12 months. When a customer registers on MyKia, Kia Roadside Assistance Plus, the highest level of cover provided by the RAC, can be unlocked, which includes onward travel and European cover.

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9 MANUFACTURING AND THE ENVIRONMENTEuropean-made in Slovakia

Kia’s European factory at Žilina in Slovakia is the exclusive manufacturing base for the Ceed, including the Sportswagon. Ceed is built alongside the stylish Sportage and the practical and spacious Venga. Žilina passed a significant milestone in mid-2015 with the production of the one-millionth cee’d, and to date, more than 1.3 million units have been built.

The story of Žilina goes back to the mid-2000s, when Kia established a policy of building cars in and for the markets where they were to be sold, wherever possible. In Europe that meant mid-sized three- and five-door hatchbacks and an estate to compete in the most important market segment, the C-sector. But it also opened up the possibility for Kia’s compact crossover, the Sportage, to be made much closer to its European customer base, which was increasingly important with the growth in sales for cars of this type.

Žilina was chosen because Slovakia, which had become a member of the EU in 2004, had a history in engineering, a highly qualified workforce, a well-developed transport infrastructure, an established automotive supply chain and a national government committed to helping new businesses. Kia was given tax-breaks and land incentives by the Slovakian government and has in turn worked with the authorities for the benefit of the local community.

The local authority has established a training centre close to the plant, where Kia has provided the expertise to develop courses in such areas as computer, hybrid and welding technologies. These courses are available for all people across the region.

The factory has brought a much-needed boost to Žilina. Some 10,000 jobs have been created nearby with more than a dozen parts and components suppliers. Employment at the factory was increased to 3,900 staff when the third shift came into effect in January 2012.

Žilina was completed ahead of schedule, and the quality of the pilot production cars towards the end of 2005 was so good that Kia took the confident decision to launch the cee’d with a seven-year, 100,000-mile transferable warranty, subject to wear-and-tear limitations. That confidence has been more than justified by the consistent quality of the cars made at Žilina.

Kia Motors Slovakia began production of the first-generation cee’d in 2007, building 640,000 units in total. In 2012, the second-generation cee’d was launched, with over 660,000 units produced during its life cycle, making a total of 1.3 million units in its 11 year history. Production of the cee’d represented a 29 per cent share of the total production, with 98,533 cee’d models made at the Žilina plant during 2017. The factory now has a total capacity of 350,000 vehicles annually, and Žilina-built models are exported to more than 80 markets around the world.

Green from the word goAs an all-new, start-up facility, Kia was determined that Žilina would set the highest environmental standards. For Kia, environmental protection is not just about headline-grabbing tailpipe emissions figures. It encompasses every aspect of the manufacturing, distribution, sales, use and scrapping of cars. Kia was the first manufacturer in the world to establish a dedicated environmental research and development centre, at Mabuk, to the south-east of the Korean capital, Seoul. Mabuk was involved in the design and development of the Žilina plant.

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Manufacturing demands and environmental responsibility do not always go hand-in-hand, but Žilina sets the highest environmental standards and became a benchmark for the European automotive industry. Even the location is environmentally important, reducing the distances that cars need to be transported. 73 per cent of the parts used in the plant are sourced from Western Europe, worth €3.8 billion, according to a 2017 London Economics report, ‘The economic and societal benefits deriving from the presence of Kia in Europe.’ This helps to cut down on unnecessary transport.

The assembly shop uses revolutionary technology for improving air quality. The basic principle is that all vapours and gases are exhausted through the building’s floor rather than through the roof. This new under-floor extraction system stops harmful gases from circulating at higher levels where they could be inhaled by assembly line workers or vented to the outside.

A Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer (RTO) process is used to eliminate odour and hydrocarbons in the paint drying facility. RTO is also highly efficient in terms of energy conservation, greatly contributing to reductions in greenhouse gas emissions and energy consumption.

New approaches and technology are used wherever possible to reduce the environmental impact of the factory and the search for cleaner and more efficient processes is on-going. Bore holes are regularly drilled to make sure that no oils or pollutants make their way into the ground, while laboratories test the waste products.

International recognitionThe hard work was rewarded as early as February 2008 when Žilina was formally certified as an environmentally-friendly facility. The International Certificate of Environmental Management, or ISO 14001, recognises the detailed work put into creating a state-of-the-art energy-efficient factory.

This was quickly followed by two more awards in May of the same year. Kia Motors received international certificates which recognise the advanced environmental design and manufacturing processes at Žilina. German-based TÜV presented Kia with DFE (Design for Environment) and LCA (Life Cycle Assessment) environment certificates after rigorous inspection of the company’s design and manufacturing operations.

DFE (ISO 14062) evaluates a car’s environmental friendliness during its design and development, plus its recyclability. DFE also requires that the assembly plant for the car reaches ISO 14001. LCA (ISO 14040) examines the car’s overall manufacturing process and its lifetime environmental impact, including choice of materials and measures to reduce fuel consumption and engine exhaust emissions.

The weatherproof factoryŽilina lies deep in the Slovakian countryside at the foot of the Tatra mountains – lovely in the summer, but in winter temperatures dip to minus -28º C. Winter lasts a full six months, which greatly influenced the layout of the plant.

The press, body, paint and final assembly shops are constructed in a square so that cars and parts do not have to go outside at any point. The engines are assembled on a factory site next door and delivered to the final line by overground tunnel. This enclosed facility means that large exterior doors are not needed. In turn this reduces

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the need for high levels of heating as doors are not constantly being opened and closed.

Quality controlŽilina has state-of-the-art testing facilities at every stage of production. For example, panel quality in the press shop is controlled by a unique inspection system which can recognise and evaluate, in less than one millisecond, defects according to pre-determined quality tolerance levels.

Some 20 per cent of Žilina’s quality control staff have experience with other car manufacturers or suppliers. Some have returned to their home town after working at automotive manufacturing facilities elsewhere.

All cars are checked as they come off the line to make sure electrical systems and mechanical parts are working. This is followed by a drive around the factory’s test track to ensure there are no squeaks or rattles. Some two per cent of production undergoes a much closer inspection using sophisticated measuring equipment to ensure that fit and finish is up to specification.

Kia devised an innovative new Rotation Dipping Painting system to ensure Žilina-built cars are totally resistant to corrosion, and that their paintwork has a uniform lustre. Bodies are rotated through a forward somersault while immersed in the paint tank to achieve this. Kia is so confident in the process that cars made at Žilina come with a five-year paint warranty and 12-year anti-perforation warranty as standard.

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10 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS We've anticipated what you're likely to ask us

Q. Which engines are you forecasting to be the best sellers in the Ceed Sportswagon line-up?The Ceed Sportwagon’s 1.4-litre T-GDi and 1.0-litre T-GDi petrol engines meet the needs of the majority of buyers. Combined, we expect the T-GDi petrol engines to account for the highest proportion of sales. Our new 1.6-litre ‘U3’ diesel engine will also account for a significant proportion of registrations, particularly for fleet customers looking to reduce total running costs.

Q. Crossover vehicles are becoming increasing popular. Are there any plans for a crossover edition of the Ceed?It is too early to say exactly which bodystyles will be added to the Ceed range. We will announce details of future versions of the Ceed later this year.

Q How long will the ‘First Edition’ be available for? Are the volumes limited, or is it on-sale for a set period of time?Traditionally the feature rich ‘First Edition’ models are on sale for approximately one year, while we assess the viability of launching a permanent addition to the model line-up.

Q Which C-segment cars has Kia identified as the Ceed Sportswagon development benchmarks?The segment has a number of very strong contenders, with the Volkswagen Golf and Ford Focus the key benchmark models for the Ceed Sportswagon, particularly in terms of packaging and driving performance.

Q Has Albert Biermann played a role in the development of the new Ceed?The dynamic development programme for the new Ceed has been overseen by Albert Biermann. The development of the car has taken place in Europe, with significant input from engineers both here in Europe and at Kia’s Namyang research and development centre in Korea. Validation testing was completed here in the UK, too.

Q Will the Ceed Sportwagon’s new diesel engine be introduced to other Kia models?Yes. The new engine is designed to replace our existing 1.6 and 1.7-litre ‘U2’ diesel engines. The new powerplant is also being introduced into the recently upgraded Optima, Stonic and Sportage, with other Kia models to follow in the future.

Q Under the new WLTP emissions test, how will official CO2 emissions from the new Ceed Sportswagon compare to the old model?As with the majority of other manufacturers, we expect official WLTP CO2 (converted back to NEDC 2.0) ratings to come in slightly higher than earlier models tested under NEDC conditions. However, we have introduced two new engines (1.4-litre T-GDi petrol and 1.6-litre ‘U3’ diesel) and made significant modifications to other engines.

Q Does the new diesel engine require Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) to meet emissions regulations? How often will buyers have to refill the Diesel Exhaust Fluid tank?

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Like many of its rivals, the Ceed Sportwagon’s new diesel engine requires urea for its Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) emissions control system. The SCR system enables the Ceed to meet the latest Euro 6 emissions regulations – it is fully compliant with the 6d TEMP regulations. Depending on use, buyers will need to top-up the 12-litre tank after around 5,000 miles, though that varies from model to model. The car alerts the driver when the tank gets low and, if ignored, will eventually prevent the car from starting.

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11 FIVE MINUTES WITH PAUL PHILPOTT Burning questions you would love to ask our President and CEO

Q. How important is the Ceed in the UK?Currently it is our third best-selling model in the UK, accounting for around 10 per cent of our sales. Globally, the first- and second-generation cee’d has sold more than 1.28 million units in its relatively short 11-year life, and we anticipate that the new Ceed will sell at an even quicker rate.

Q. How significant is the Sportswagon to the Ceed’s model mix?The five-door hatchback makes up the majority of sales, while Sportswagon models have traditionally accounted for approximately 40% of all Ceed production since its launch in 2007. This compares to around 30% for other C-segment vehicles with estate variants. Here in the UK, last year Sportswagon sales accounted for almost a quarter of all cee’d registrations and we expect that to grow with the latest car.

Q. What sales targets have you set for the all-new Ceed for the UK market?We never release sales or production targets for individual models; however, we expect the Sportswagon model to outsell its predecessor.

Q. And what sales targets have you set for the Kia brand as a whole in the UK?Despite some challenges in the UK new car market we fully expect to reach a new sales record in 2018 in excess of 95,000 units. At the end of the first half of the year we had passed 51,000 sales – an increase for Kia in a market that was down overall – and despite the run-out of the old model cee’d we are confident that the all-new Ceed will contribute strongly to our performance in the remainder of 2018.

Q. What elements of the Ceed make you proud to be leading Kia Motors UK?The all-new Ceed continues the remarkable trend established by our first European design, engineered and built version launches in 2007. It has played a significant role in the growth of the Kia brand both in the UK and across Europe and I believe the new car will continue that performance. This latest version answers every challenge that has been levelled at cee’d in the past. Vehicle dynamics are transformed. Refinement reaches a new level. Safety and driver assistance technology sets new standards in the class. Plus, the all-new Ceed has stand-out styling in a segment where many contenders are somewhat anonymous.

Q. Are you worried about the downturn in diesel sales?Yes of course we are concerned, but we think the launch of our new 1.6-litre ‘U3’ engine is quite timely, as it’s very clean and efficient. It exceeds the requirements of the latest, most demanding emissions regulations, including Euro 6d TEMP, and it is one of the most efficient diesel engines in the C-segment. Diesel power has traditionally been very popular in the Ceed Sportwagon’s predecessor, however if buyers want to opt for petrol, we have a range of highly efficient, cutting-edge turbocharged petrol engines that will exceed their expectations.

Q. What message would you like to send to potential diesel customers?

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With the introduction of the latest emissions regulations, specifically the upcoming Euro 6d TEMP standards, Kia diesel engines have never more efficient. They are fitted with Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) active emissions control technology to regulate emissions. For higher mileage users, diesel cars make total sense, delivering low running costs and exceptional fuel economy figures.

Q. How important are fleet sales for the new Ceed Sportswagon?Previous generations have always been essential in our plan for sustainable fleet and business growth and I am certain that the new Ceed Sportwagon will continue that trend. Kia’s strategy in the business market in the UK has been to deliver sensible choices for business users where residual values contribute to excellent operating costs. Ceed Sportswagon delivers the technology, safety, reliability and appeal that the fleet market demands in a stylish, comfortable and satisfying package. It also boasts the largest boot in its class.

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12 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS1.0 T-GDi with ‘ECO’ pack No. of cylinders/valves 3/12 Displacement cc 998 Bore/stroke mm 71 x 84.0 Power output bhp @ rpm 118 @ 6,000 Torque output Nm @ rpm 172 @ 1,500-4,000 Compression ratio 10.0:1 Engine details Turbocharged direct fuel injection Emissions Euro 6d TEMPTransmission Transmission type 6-speed manual Gear ratios 1st gear

2nd gear 3rd gear 4th gear 5th gear 6th gear Reverse Final Gear

3.615 1.955 1.286 0.971 0.774 0.639 3.700 4.267

Suspension, steering and braking Front axle Fully-independent by subframe-mounted MacPherson

struts, coil springs and gas-filled shock absorbers, with anti-roll stabiliser bar

Rear axle Fully-independent by subframe-mounted double wishbones, coil springs and gas-filled shock absorbers, with anti-roll stabiliser bar

Braking system Ventilated front discs 288 x 25mm, solid rear discs 272 x 10mm

Steering Electric motor-driven rack-and-pinion power steering – 2.44 turns lock-to-lock

Wheels (alloy) 16-inch alloy Tyres 205/55/R16 Spare wheel Temporary spare wheelDimensions and weights

6-speed manual ISG Wheelbase mm 2,650 Overall L/W/H mm 4,600/1,800/1,465 Boot volume VDA (seats up/down)

litres 625/1,694

Kerb weight kg 1,334 Tow weights (braked/unbraked) kg 1,200/600 Tow ball weight kg 75 Max roof weight kg 80 Turning circle (diameter) metres 10.6 Drag coefficient Cd 0.304 Fuel tank size litres 50 litresPerformance and fuel consumption

6-speed manual ISG Acceleration (0-60 mph) seconds 10.9 Maximum speed mph 116

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Fuel consumption – urb/ex.urb/com mpg 45.6/60.1/5.3 CO2 emissions g/km 120

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1.0 T-GDi No. of cylinders/valves 3/12 Displacement cc 998 Bore/stroke mm 71 x 84.0 Power output bhp @ rpm 118 @ 6,000 Torque output Nm @ rpm 172 @ 1,500-4,000 Compression ratio 10.0:1 Engine details Turbocharged direct fuel injection Emissions Euro 6d TEMPTransmission Transmission type 6-speed manual Gear ratios 1st gear

2nd gear 3rd gear 4th gear 5th gear 6th gear Reverse Final Gear

3.615 1.955 1.286 0.971 0.774 0.639 3.700 4.267

Suspension, steering and braking Front axle Fully-independent by subframe-mounted MacPherson

struts, coil springs and gas-filled shock absorbers, with anti-roll stabiliser bar

Rear axle Fully-independent by subframe-mounted double wishbones, coil springs and gas-filled shock absorbers, with anti-roll stabiliser bar

Braking system Ventilated front discs 288 x 25mm, solid rear discs 272 x 10mm

Steering Electric motor-driven rack-and-pinion power steering – 2.44 turns lock-to-lock

Wheels (alloy) 17-inch alloys Tyres 225/45/R17 Spare wheel Temporary spare wheelDimensions and weights

6-speed manual ISG Wheelbase mm 2,650 Overall L/W/H mm 4,600/1,800/1,465 Boot volume VDA (seats up/down)

litres 625/1,694

Kerb weight kg 1,334 Tow weights (braked/unbraked) kg 1,200/600 Tow ball weight kg 75 Max roof weight kg 80 Turning circle (diameter) metres 10.6 Drag coefficient Cd 0.304 Fuel tank size litres 50 litresPerformance and fuel consumption

6-speed manual ISG Acceleration (0-60 mph) seconds 10.9 Maximum speed mph 118

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Fuel consumption – urb/ex.urb/com mpg 43.5 / 56.5 / 50.4 CO2 g/km 128

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1.4 T-GDi No. of cylinders/valves 4/16 Displacement cc 1353 Bore/stroke mm 71.6 x 84.0 Power output bhp @ rpm 138 @ 6,000 Torque output Nm @ rpm 242 @ 1,500-3,200 Compression ratio 10.0:1 Engine details Turbocharged direct fuel injection Emissions Euro 6d TEMPTransmission Transmission type 6-speed manual 7-speed DCT Gear ratios 1st gear

2nd gear 3rd gear 4th gear 5th gear 6th gear 7th gear Reverse Final Gear

3.615 1.962 1.257 0.951 0.778 0.633 - 3.583 4.188

3.929 2.318 2.043 1.070 0.822 0.884 0.721 5.304 FGR 1: 4.294 FGR 2: 3.174

Suspension, steering and braking Front axle Fully-independent by subframe-mounted MacPherson struts,

coil springs and gas-filled shock absorbers, with anti-roll stabiliser bar

Rear axle Fully-independent by subframe-mounted double wishbones, coil springs and gas-filled shock absorbers, with anti-roll stabiliser bar

Braking system Ventilated front discs 288 x 25mm, solid rear discs 272 x 10mm

Steering Electric motor-driven rack-and-pinion power steering – 2.44 turns lock-to-lock

Wheels (alloy) 17-inch alloys Tyres 225/45/R17 Spare wheel Temporary spare wheelDimensions and weights

6-speed manual ISG 7-speed DCT Wheelbase mm 2,650 2,650 Overall L/W/H mm 4,600/1,800/1,465 4,600/1,800/1,465 Boot volume VDA (seats up/down)

litres 625/1,694 625/1,694

Kerb weight kg 1,352 1,382 Tow weights (braked/unbraked) kg 1,000/450 1,000/450 Tow ball weight kg 75 75 Max roof weight kg 80 80 Turning circle (diameter) metres 10.6 10.6 Drag coefficient Cd 0.304 0.304 Fuel tank size litres 50 litres 50 litresPerformance and fuel consumption

6-speed manual ISG 7-speed DCT Acceleration (0-60 mph) seconds 8.8 9.1

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Maximum speed mph 130 127 Fuel consumption – urb/ex.urb/com mpg 38.7 / 57.6 / 48.7 42.8 / 57.6 / 50.4 CO2 g/km 132 127

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1.6 CRDi No. of cylinders/valves 4/16 Displacement cc 1598 Bore/stroke mm 77 x 85.8 Power output bhp @ rpm 114 @ 4,000 Torque output Nm @ rpm 280 @ 1,500-2,750 (6-speed Manual)

300 @ 1,500-2,750 (7-speed DCT) Compression ratio 15.9:1 Engine details Turbocharged common-rail direct fuel

injection Emissions Euro 6d TEMPTransmission Transmission type 6-speed manual 7-speed DCT Gear ratios 1st gear

2nd gear 3rd gear 4th gear 5th gear 6th gear 7TH gear Reverse Final Gear

3.636 1.962 1.189 0.844 0.702 0.596 - 3.583 3.471

3.786 2.261 1.957 1.023 0.778 0.837 0.681 5.074 FGR 1: 4.176 FGR 2: 3.087

Suspension, steering and braking Front axle Fully-independent by subframe-mounted MacPherson struts,

coil springs and gas-filled shock absorbers, with anti-roll stabiliser bar

Rear axle Fully-independent by subframe-mounted double wishbones, coil springs and gas-filled shock absorbers, with anti-roll stabiliser bar

Braking system Ventilated front discs 288 x 25mm, solid rear discs 272 x 10mm

Steering Electric motor-driven rack-and-pinion power steering – 2.44 turns lock-to-lock

Wheels (alloy) 17-inch alloys Tyres 225/45/R17 Spare wheel Temporary spare wheelDimensions and weights

6-speed manual ISG 7-speed DCT Wheelbase mm 2,650 2,650 Overall L/W/H mm 4,600/1,800/1,465 4,600/1,800/1,465 Boot volume VDA (seats up/down)

litres 625/1,694 625/1,694

Kerb weight (min/max) kg 1,425 1,425 Tow weights (braked/unbraked) kg 1,200/600 1,200/600 Tow ball weight kg 75 75 Max roof weight kg 80 80 Turning circle (diameter) metres 10.6 10.6 Drag coefficient Cd 0.304 0.304 Fuel tank size litres 50 litres 50 litres SCR tank capacity litres 12 litres 12 litres

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Performance and fuel consumption 6-speed manual ISG 7-speed DCT

Acceleration (0-60 mph) seconds 10.7 10.7 Maximum speed mph 119 119 Fuel consumption – urb/ex.urb/com mpg 64.2 / 74.3 / 68.9 62.8 / 70.6 / 68.9

CO2 g/km 106 108

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