Kia Ceed 2020 in-depth review | carwow Reviews

This is the new Kia Ceed! When it comes to people choosing their favorite hatchback, the Kia Ceed is unlikely to appear at the top of many peoples lists. But with a starting price of just over £18,000 (along with a saving of over £2,000 with carwow!), is it time people took a second look at the Ceed when it comes to choosing a new hatchback? Join Mat for his latest in-depth review to find out everything you need to know!
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[@user-wt4te7fu6i]

Mat is the type of journalist to recommend air suspension on a bicycle.

[@SJ-gv1yj]

Ilija we need to start these.

[@aminoor.jr1052]

Ilija 😂😂😂

[@bmwdaywhatyouwant7679]

There are actually some super expensive bicycles with those suspensions XD

[@sean0611]

They actually exist, i have one on my bike and would prefer it a thousand times over coils

[@TestAndReview]

:D true that

[@0Savage0]

you need to start reviewing the soundsystems of these cars

[@25500]

yes, and analysing rattles etc when driving on irregular roads, very important!!!

[@Konashu]

@@25500 i own one of these. Sound system is very very good for the price and there is no rattle coming from anywhere so far

[@yowhaatsup]

@@Konashu which spec do you have

[@Konashu]

@@yowhaatsup Edition 7 is called. 4 speakers, 2 tweeters and 1 subwoofer

[@stephenfalkner4213]

Not often the manufacturers provide the base model but it makes the review more reflective of the models people will actually buy. Good for you Kia for not sending the top of the range model.

[@michaelglynn2638]

Good honest straightforward review of a good honest straightforward car. Nice!

[@Olibelus]

Michael Glynn Good honest comment too mate. :D

[@tanishkbiswas8813]

Should i add some thing Good honest straightforward review from a good honest straightforward Mat.

[@scoopermg8226]

Honest my arse. Motoring is a huge and wealthy industry. Lots of clout.

[@ajosanchez1]

Ah! 360p! We meet again... That’s the trouble of watching the video as soon as it comes out. However, it doesn’t matter as a Carwow video must be watched ASAP

[@carwow]

Thanks for the support! Seems there's an issue with KZbin uploads... Hopefully, the UHD version will be available asap!

[@tigercat418]

You don't deserve good cars anymore because brexit

[@GandyGamingHD]

tiger cat Really?

[@spicyweasel]

@@tigercat418 I am amazed.

[@ajosanchez1]

A real petrol-head Disagree on the him dying part (just don’t allow him to mate and we’ll all be safe), ABSOLUTELY agree on the amber reflectors, they look HIDEOUS

[@worldpeace6322]

I just love Mat's cheerfulness and honesty, his car reviews are the best, because they seem so warm and homely, it's as if a friend was presenting me the cars... And the part where he doesn't cut and edit everything out of a video, for example that guy's lunch in the armrest, or banging hos head on the rear door, I think that shows it's an honest and quality review, I really love watching carwow reviews even the ones from cars I don't particularly enjoy

[@prajutdallakoti8720]

Mat is one of the best motor journalists. Carwow should be thankful to have him in the team. Joy to watch, honest review.. that's why as soon as i get a carwow notification, i stop everything else and watch it.💙

[@faizm7701]

Love how much you guys are uploading !

[@HannaKaa]

If you want to change wiper blades, you can turn on your key until the lights flash (do not start the car), then press the wiper lever downwards and they will be in "service" position. Same as in Peugeot. This is really cool looking car.

[@JMB1891]

This car is so much nicer and better than a Golf, I don’t care what anyone says. The quality, fit and finish, equipment etc is really impressive.

[@M.S-Music]

I have a 2018 Hyundai i20 and every time i see a VW Polo i feel sorry for the owner

[@fnagdungdagint]

No ski-hatch, though 🙄

[@kodfish1985]

Agreed. Ive a 2015 ceed. And interior is nicer than the 2018 base model golf. Than came from the golf owners mouth.

[@oumieltarik9943]

Am with you

[@Niraol]

@@kodfish1985 can agree, comparing hyundai i30 2017 to a 2018 Golf, the hyundai is simply better finished on the outside and very similar on the inside

[@momcilolukovic6451]

I sat in this car just a few days ago and I was mind blown at the level of build quality Kia has achieved.

[@ulysses4989]

The stick is horrible

[@Davieflame2608]

Man stop I'm actually going to buy this thing 😂 I got offered it half this price he said with 40k kilometres

[@ImReqularr]

You can forget future sponsorship from Samsung after that intro.

[@muckspreader1able]

At least he'll still get paid for mentioning his sponsor VW in every video.

[@sbomorse]

I'd choose this over every rival. Best looking car in its class, packed with kits and decent value.

[@brzutt]

If you like deferent then i check out the mazda 3 2019 its stunning

[@oneminvideoagency]

Can not be compared to astra

[@JonasMF12]

@@oneminvideoagency Well if you do compare, the Astra is a 2 year older car...

[@shezagachalife5726]

I prefer the new Toyota Corolla

[@shezagachalife5726]

@@brzutt the mazda 3 has become a more premium car and is not comparable with the ceed i think

[@inSYYY7]

Everything stops when you get a carwow notification 🔥👌

[@carwow]

Amen!

[@thatboy6532]

I stop when I get a notification..

[@googohn]

It was a nice surprise to see you on the TV yesterday in carwow ad! Keep up the good work!

[@NtGism]

I like the interior a lot. Seems practical, something that many manufacturers tend to overlook in favour of "flashiness". Having hardware buttons for things you want to control on the fly while driving is so important. Overall, I'd probably pick this over most of the competitors. Adequate engine selection, trim options and great value. How are they reliability-wise? A 7 year warranty would end up a blessing and a curse if you spend half your time in service

[@ryadderdar991]

Carwow, the only notification I don't ignore

[@zwxq3]

Don't trust em too much..

[@braaapstuuu9329]

Hmmm are you the same dz from 9Gag?...

[@ryadderdar991]

@@braaapstuuu9329 haha, yes bro "anubis88" XD, proof 9gagers have the same interest, nice to catch you "rougi"

[@braaapstuuu9329]

@@ryadderdar991 hhh yes the picture was familiar thanks kho 😅.

[@bbbbbbbbbbbefw1606]

I’ve got a 2015 Sonata and the engine blew up at 42,000 miles despite changing the oil every 3,000 to 5,000 miles.

[@ThatCampingOwl]

His videos are so refreshing, no matter what car

[@kevingregson3805]

The annoying things seem really petty, feels like you had to go a long way to find them, a large rear view mirror is an annoyance? All modern wipers dont lift out the way when cleaning, the key is a similar design as a Volvo but theyre not annoying? Did you try lifting the boot floor completely out before trying to fit the parcel shelf under it? A cheap bit of out of the way plastic in a cheap car gets a bit discoloured when it rains but who drives with the window open? Hmmmmmmmmm

[@matthewhaverly3108]

The plastic is no worse than any car really... Just Matt being a dick again...

[@kevingregson3805]

@@matthewhaverly3108 not being a dick but really struggling to find fault with a cheap car thats not an Audi

[@joaopmtavares]

They do that in every vídeo. They always try to find 5 annoying things about each car, and it appears that for this one it was kinda hard! In my opinion, that's actually a compliment to Kia

[@kevingregson3805]

@@joaopmtavares i know the way they make the vids but your right in this case so why bother, why not just say 'we couldnt find anything wrong!' Be a nice refreshing change wouldnt it.

[@joaopmtavares]

@@kevingregson3805 It would indeed be refreshing and quite funny, but it wouldn't be true. This car, like any other, isn't perfect. I think they've done the right thing.

[@timjenkins7019]

Greetings from across the pond. I'm really enjoying your channel!

[@nirjosef]

Great review, as always

[@user-yu1vr4qi6f]

Can we have a comparison between ceed, i30 and focus (as benchmark)?

[@vinayakgupta6105]

Great vid! Keep up the good work

[@ghanshyammallar4250]

Carwow...! The only thing I never got bored in KZbin.

[@motheolebelo]

Awesome review and always look forward to your reviews. Must say the car is well kitted.

[@noely2264]

Matt the type of guy.. oh wait wrong channel

[@AbdullahB17]

Noel Yahchouchi Doug demuro reference lol.

[@FreaKHnS]

thanks carwow for the review, my blue ceed 1.4 turbo is ordered.

[@lootbox289]

Matt is the type of guy to schedule a Kia Cee'd review and not a Toyota Supra first look

[@Julius8Caesar]

Thats the right decision mate

[@lootbox289]

@@Julius8Caesar meh

[@Julius8Caesar]

@@lootbox289 I really like Toyota and dont hate on BMW but the new "Supra" is a shitty car. They shouldn't have it named Supra

[@lootbox289]

@@Julius8Caesar I completely agree it isn't a good follow up to the last gen Supra at all especially since its a BMW. I just wanted to see Matt's opinion and inevitable disappointment in it. I'll be honest though, I do have hope that the aftermarket industry will make tons of mods for the Supra resulting in crazy interesting builds

[@Andrei-eb2du]

​@@lootbox289 the funny thing is that the same thing was said about the MK4 supra when it was released that's why it sold only 11 thousand of them throughout 93-98, give it a few years and than you can say it sucks.

[@Kevin.Wandertales]

Nice review as always. Will you do a revie on the Ceed GT/Proceed GT?

[@a000199]

Mat "I got a degree in chemistry" Watson.

[@jgreen8339]

So want him to do a video on his life, how he became a motoring journalist etc. Seems interesting how he did a chemistry degree then became an accountant then a journalist. Having said that I study chemistry and love cars though ;)

[@roastytoasty8815]

Carl Yelland more like: “Degrees are a good plan B if your passion fails.” If your degree is your passion that’s a big win though.

[@RatimirRS]

Still easily one of the best presenters in the business! Keep it up Matt.

[@IvanSensei]

Great car, love my 1.4 turbo DCT blue flame car :)

[@MG-ce3dx]

Yeah , that's the perfect engine/gearbox combination for this car ,it's quick as fuck , but the 1L turbo petrol engine in this car is shit , it feels slow as fuck

[@J.I.R.A]

Love that engine/gearbox combo, I got it in my Hyundai i30 and it’s amazing. It’s bonkers fast for a 140hp engine and it can be really contained when it comes to mpg!

[@IvanSensei]

Petrol Head never tried 1.0 turbo because dealers don't want to get it to their showrooms, only if customer orders that! I tried 1.4 N/A that felt much slower than 1.4 turbo, it's like 4 sec slower 0-60mph

[@IvanSensei]

José Ignacio Ruiz Artigues Yeah it really feels faster than 140hp! I only tried i30 in N model so can't compare it directly, but both models are from the same mother so they should be similar!

[@J.I.R.A]

@@IvanSensei I'm sure they are super super similar, maybe the Ceed has some improvements over the i30 since it's been released a year later. Man I would love to try the i30 N!!! Probably will do so during this spring. I'm sure it's amazing!!!!

[@YumeDreamsMusic]

Matt knows his tech! Love him

[@usaexplore410]

Got the model 3 trim but its almost exactly like this one. I have it for 2 months now and i absolutely love it

[@brandonjobz723]

When he said " reversing camera " he sound like Jeremy Clarkson from the old top gear

[@alexrudaj1435]

*so early, still 360p 😍😍😍*

[@mrfordman1585]

another very good car review video thanks

[@redlightson]

It would be interesting to see a review on the KIA Proceed GT, it seems to be a nice car with appealing aesthetics. Thanks for all the great reviews!

[@wilbeugre]

Nice video, and still funny as always ☺️👍🏿

[@UTubeSL]

Great job Kia! And another great review - cheers!

[@andreipashkov2773]

Thanks for the great video, best reviews on KZbin. As the usual very nice quality and detailed review. Could you do a new Hyundai Tucson 2019 facelift review??? Thank's again and keep up the great work.

[@alangale5666]

Just ordered the Ceed Sportswagen, Lovely car with a huge boot!

[@kodfish1985]

The 1 litre tgdi is a peach tho. I have it in previous model. Its all ya need. Good all rounder for average person. Still shocks my mates how quick it can pull away.

[@PlanetautoUK]

One of the Kia models we haven’t yet driven, it looks the part inside and out, interesting review, thank you

[@gappy1987]

Anyone notice how Matt had several goes at locking the door, only to fail miserably 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@blazzing]

What's the body roll like through corners? How about overtaking on the motorway? What's the feel through the steering wheel?

[@antondyrby5234]

Love that car. And Mat's review! But what abort the Pro Ceed?

[@attromttro7978]

any suggestion related to buying a mini cooper? should i go for it or not? what about maintenance and reliability? thanks in advance..

[@realife6443]

Mat great work, your reviews are always spot on. My question is why you haven't made a review on KIA RIO as well. I have read the review on carwow but a video review is always better. Was it that bad?? Because I consider the Rio as one of the best options to buy in terms of my needs and budget. Looking forward to your answer!!

[@AniMadToon]

Great review and nice car. Awesome..

[@itsshalevfromtaxidashcamer9390]

Matt, I'm a new subscriber!

[@quantum9612]

Is the JBL soundsystem + the 8" screen with NAV on the 1.0 120hp worth it over the 1.4 140hp? I'd like the bigger engine too, but it exceeds my budget sadly. I wonder which one of those two would you guys pick

[@siarmstrong4871]

Mat really needs to get over parcel shelf storage lol

[@runningcoyote3897]

One feature that I wish more manufacturers would add is a coin tray. Now I know it's not something that's really important, but I just really appreciate the convenience of one.

[@jaruslavnguyen4777]

is this a 360 Quality, really matt!! mmm but still the king of reviews :D

[@snmthecloser]

I would pay for an album of you just saying "it’s got-uh bit-uh scratchy plastic" over and over again on repeat.

[@Kromer0]

wait is it raining or is it sunny? I am confused but an awesome review as always!

[@harisrahman9918]

"it's now time to put a star in the reasonably priced car "

[@ademolasodeke]

Keep up the good review

[@73CHD3M0]

Coming from an 2004 Megane 2 with 1.9 dci Diesel engine i have to say, that the current 2018/19 engines below 1.6 liters are really a bit on the slow side. Sure, the fuel economics are better, but i really like to have that extra bit of power left as a reserve for travelling (4 people and fully loaded trunk into vacations) or to have a bit fun on b-roads.

[@m.7mxd]

Please do a review of the Kia Proceed. I'd love that

[@omaraftab5890]

Yo, idk if this is for everyone, but like ur video has been hit with KZbin's "videos showing only in 360p" problem

[@13Lextalionis]

Hey Mat, will you do a reviev of Procced version?

[@WOOTTboy123]

Ooh baby in with the big guns here 😍

[@stefancristea3654]

Interesting design with the top of the windscreen :)

[@PetarChakarov]

I am considering the Kia Ceed SW. Drove few of them and quite liked the experience. I also tried the Ford Focus Combi for this glorified driving experience that we hear day in and day out on the channel, but did not really experience it. Maybe because it had the 1l engine. The brake was ultra sensitive and the steering did not feel much more direct than the KIA. This said, the road I tried both cars was never really twisty. Hmmm.

[@gonnakillu31]

How about a review for the Proceed GT :) with DCT transmission ?

[@tessskye]

Do you have the Kia Cerato GT over there??? Would love if you done a review on it 💕

[@asam]

Hi @carwow Will you be doing the Kia Proceed? Please tell us if its coming or not?

[@danield1457]

Hi, question for the team. I’m looking to get a new Audi A1. What are the top three extras I need to get when buying new?

[@sr_adr]

Hey Matt could you review the new Mazda 3 and Toyota Corolla Please

[@JFomo]

Its a great looking car. Will you guys do a video on the Ceed GT and Proceed?

[@juanmaravilla2297]

Ver nice review. Can you do a of the Kia Ceed GT, or ProCeed GT? In terms of performance. Please.

[@georgewightman9127]

Will you ever be able to do aerial shots with drones for the head to heads? Thanks Mat!!

[@ekanthonied]

When you going to review a volvo s60 polestar engineered? :)

[@glenmlj]

Is it always raining over there? Everytime I watch the in-depth review, it's raining... And Mat's voice always sounded like someone who got their sinus blocked because of cold lol. Hang in there bud!

[@timl.6685]

Please check out the Proceed GT when you can, would love for you to review it

[@tabatauccelli2246]

carwow is always honest and simply the best

[@mz4ever123]

GT line in white, tinted windows 😍 my jaw dropped after I saw it. I will hopefully buy this car after Corona.

[@munishmusic]

I like the old fashioned dials

[@TubesWidener]

Thank you in my counntry Egypt, the car is only available with the 1.6L petrol normal aspiration engine which is a nice choice

[@basithph8958]

Can’t wait for the Ceed GT!

[@ovidiupaunescu4046]

So what type of version from Kia Ceed you tested? Did not said in description .

[@user-le7kj8fd2n]

Matt please do the Proceed also. Preferably the GT version of course

[@cromulentparty]

Whatever CarWow pays Matt it's not enough!

[@cromulentparty]

Not that I'm aware of no.

[@vanessaoelmann4211]

@@ws5712 no he doesn't he's "just" the editorial director but I think he's been with Carwow from the start

[@ryanthomas7951]

@@ws5712 He doesn't, he reviews the owners car here kzbin.info/www/bejne/bp26f4yJmKmbZpI

[@MrHussain1998]

@@vanessaoelmann4211 wasn't he with carbuyer first? Or are they the same company?

[@vanessaoelmann4211]

anonymous UK yes he was and no they aren’t the same, their names just happen to be similar

[@kiliandererste]

Thank you for the quality review, like usual! In addition I would be interested in a review of a fully equiped Proceed GT! How realistic is it to wait for that?

[@philiprossiter3043]

We're getting one of these

[@joaofarinha7953]

This has to be the best equiped entry level car ever! And the best value for money too!

[@BN-hy1nd]

Are the door mirrors foldable electrically and are they heated?

[@dragracer567]

So, Matt's a chemist! Blimey!

[@penguiney]

Do one for Kia Cerato / Forte 2019 please!

[@33167warren]

Can you review the Toyota Prius C (Aqua X-Urban)?

[@afifihazimabdmajid3938]

CarWow/Matt please do review on the all new MAZDA 3 hatchback/sedan ASAP... You might as well do a review on MAZDA CX5... I think you have been missing that out since carbuyer times... Cheers

[@nitrowad]

When will you review the new ProCeed GT?

[@danielwoodland9576]

You should do a vw polo blue gt review.

[@dynamo19922007]

re: the wiper blade issue - that’s for aerodynamics! also good for prevention of wiper blade theft😂 (same as my 05 golf!)

[@minhajomar4022]

Plz do a review on kia ceed sw phev 2022

[@timphillips4147]

I have the kia ceed 2020 gt line version, totally brill speck!

[@sweetnothings8629]

What is the best gadget car for under 20grand? For front abd back seat

[@summersunn7]

I'm planning to buy a new car. I like the new Hyundai i30 and the new Kia Ceed. Which one do you recommend me and for what reasons.