Especificaciones y análisis del KIA ceed
Power
128HP
Torque
260Nm
Consumption
4.3l/100
Emissions
114g/km
0-100 km/h
10.9s
Top Speed
197km/h
Weight
1375kg
Price
17,360€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 6v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
380 L
53 L
94 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the KIA cee'd 5p 1.6 CRDi VGT 128 CV Drive (2012-2015)
General description
The 2012 KIA cee'd was not just another car; it was a statement of intent. With this generation, the Korean brand showed the world it could create a compact capable of going head-to-head with the European kings of the segment. It represents a quantum leap in quality, design, and feel, a vehicle that makes you feel you've made an incredibly smart and passionate purchase at the same time.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the 128-horsepower diesel engine feels full of life and surprisingly willing. Thanks to its generous torque from low revs, it responds with an energy that brings a smile to your face during overtaking and acceleration. It's not a sports car, but its chassis conveys extraordinary confidence and poise. The suspension, which combines comfort and efficiency, invites you to devour miles, always feeling safe and connected to the road. It's a car that takes care of you and entertains you in equal measure.
Design and aesthetics
Its design was a true revolution. The fluid and athletic lines, the work of master Peter Schreyer, give it an imposing and elegant presence that has aged wonderfully. Inside, the embrace is immediate. The leap in material quality is palpable, with soft plastics and a precise fit that make you feel like you're in a higher-category car. The dashboard, oriented towards the driver, creates a cockpit that integrates you and makes you feel at the center of everything.
Technology and features
For its time, the cee'd came loaded with technology designed to make life easier. Features like cruise control, Bluetooth connectivity, or a full multifunction steering wheel were not so common in its price range. Although you won't find today's giant screens, its equipment was functional, intuitive, and showed a clear focus on driver comfort and connectivity, making every journey a more pleasant experience.
Competition
It dared to challenge giants like the Volkswagen Golf, the Ford Focus, or the SEAT León, and it did so with devastating arguments. While its rivals bet on tradition, the cee'd counterattacked with an almost unbeatable price-to-equipment ratio, a fresh design, and, above all, the revolutionary 7-year warranty that shook up the market and generated unprecedented confidence in the brand.
Conclusion
The 2012 KIA cee'd is much more than a simple means of transport; it's the car that changed the perception of KIA forever. It's an honest, incredibly competent vehicle that you fall in love with for its balance. Over the years, it has not only proven to be a rational purchase but also a source of satisfaction and reliability. It's one of those cars that leaves an indelible mark for having given so much in return for so little.