The 2018 Kia Ceed is a compact hatchback with room for up to five passengers. The 2018 model is the third generation of this vehicle and Kia gave it some upgrades. It is wider than the previous model and also longer with a look that is not as round as before. Here are some more details for the 2018 Kia Ceed.
Exterior Look
The updated 2018 model has a more mature look with sleeker lines. The front features the signature Kia tiger-nose grill, but it is wider on the Ceed than other models. The air intake is also lower, and the front end now comes with the LED daytime running lights that Kia previously used only on the GT models. In the back, the Ceed has new oval-shaped taillights that look similar to the ones on the Stinger, and you can choose between 15-inch, 16-inch or 17-inch wheels depending on the trim. The 2018 will come in eight different trim levels, and there are four different gas engines and two diesel engines.
The Interior
Inside, the Ceed looks like a Kia with a dash divided into two distinct sections. The top features a free-standing touch-screen display for the infotainment system which is available with either a 5-inch, 7-inch, or 8-inch screen. Choose a higher-end trim with the 8-inch touch screen and the system comes with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and all the models come with Bluetooth and smartphone integration. The bottom half of the dash has the traditional style controls for both climate control and the stereo. The front seat passengers get plenty of headroom due to the lower driving position, and there is also more room in the back seat.
The driver gets a new steering wheel and an updated gear lever which is also available in a leather-wrapped version.
The Engines and Power
There are several engine options available for the Ceed. The first is a 1.0-liter T-GDi, along with a 1.4-liter T-GDi, and a Kappa 1.4-liter T-GDi. The diesel option is a 1.6-liter CRDi. All engines come standard with a six-speed manual transmission with the option for a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic in the 1.4-liter gas engine and the diesel. Drivers can choose either Normal or Sport mode, with the Normal mode available to maximize fuel economy and the Sport mode offering a sharper throttle and weighted steering.
Safety
The 2018 Ceed comes with some new safety technology. This includes a lane following assist system which will find gaps in traffic to help you move in heavy congestion, and it will follow the lane markings on the highway to keep you in your lane. This system will also apply the brakes in traffic when needed and take control of the steering. The Ceed also offers the option for adaptive cruise control, a blind spot monitoring system with rear cross-traffic alert and pedestrian detection.
There are some exciting upgrades and changes for the 2018 Kia Ceed. Kia will start production on the left-hand drive models in May, and it should hit showroom floors in the fall.
Warranties include 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain and 5-year/60,000-mile basic. All warranties and roadside assistance are limited. See retailer for warranty details.