Kia starts production of XCeed compact crossover in Žilina, Slovakia On September 2, Kia announced that the first examples of the new Kia XCeed compact crossover have rolled off its production line in Žilina, Slovakia, kicking off the use of more efficient and sustainable production techniques in the factory. The upgraded production line features 40 new advanced robots in the paint and assembly halls, part of a long-term plan to increase automa...

News  Updated at: 2022/09/05

Kia to manufacture new XCeed in Slovakia, sales start in September 2022 On July 18, Kia announced that the new XCeed compact crossover will be manufactured at Kia’s high-tech production facility in Zilina, Slovakia, with sales commencing in September 2022. Three turbocharged gasoline direct injection (T-GDi) engines are available in the refreshed XCeed line-up. A three-cylinder 1.0-litre T-GDi engine, a four-cylinder 1.5-liter T-GDi engine, an...

News  Updated at: 2022/07/19

Kia releases sketches of new XCeed compact crossover On July 13, Kia revealed the first official sketches of the new XCeed compact crossover. The updated model will receive a sharp new exterior, an enhanced interior, and an all-new sporty GT-line trim level for the first time.Kia XCeed comes in a range of efficient and electrified powertrain options including mild-hybrid (MHEV) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) options. The latest advanced safety, connec...

News  Updated at: 2022/07/15

XCEED, the new blockchain solution for the certification of vehicle compliance in Europe On April 21, Groupe Renault along with Faurecia, Knauf Industries, Simoldes, and Coşkunöz, in association with IBM, have signed a partnership contract for the deployment of XCEED (eXtended Compliance End-to-End Distributed), a blockchain based shared solution to trace the compliance of thousands of parts assembled in a vehicle in almost real time. The an...

News  Updated at: 2021/04/21

Kia announces technology and powertrain upgrades for the Ceed line-up for 2021 On January 6, Kia announced that a suite of upgrades to the Ceed, Ceed Sportswagon, ProCeed and XCeed have been revealed by Kia for 2021. The extensive range of compact models have received technology and powertrain upgrades and feature the same distinctive looks.The Ceed family of models are now more efficient than ever before, thanks to the launch of a new 1.5-litre ...

News  Updated at: 2021/01/07

Groupe Renault tested blockchain project to go further in certification of vehicle compliance On September 10, Groupe Renault announced that it has developed the XCEED (eXtended Compliance End-to-End Distributed) blockchain project to certify the compliance of all vehicle components, from design to production. Designed and implemented in collaboration with leading automotive industry players, this tool enables greater responsiveness and efficienc...

News  Updated at: 2020/09/11

KIA XCeed begins production in Kaliningrad On May 20, KIA announced that KIA Motors Russia & CIS reported that the production of KIA XCeed coupe-crossover for the Russian market has been launched at the AUTOTOR plant in Kaliningrad. The KIA XCeed will be available with two gas turbo engines with direct fuel injection (T-GDI). Engine power 1.4 T-GDI (1353 cc) is 140 PS, and torque is 242 Nm. The 1.6 T-GDI engine (1591 cc) has a power of 200 PS, ...

News  Updated at: 2020/05/21

Kia new XCeed edition joins the Kia line-up this spring On April 6, Kia announced that the XCeed Edition is a new addition to the sporty CUV line-up, and features 18-inch alloy wheels, rear privacy glass, electrically folding, adjustable and heated door mirrors and black cloth with faux leather upholstery. The list of standard equipment includes LED bi-function projection headlights with LED daytime running lights, silver roof rails, air conditio...

News  Updated at: 2020/04/08

Kia electrifies more of its line-up for 2020 in Europe On January 15, Kia announced that after the electrified versions of the Niro, Soul and Sportage, Kia is expanding the line-up even further with the launch of plug-in hybrid versions of the recently introduced all-new Kia XCeed and the stylish and practical Ceed Sportswagon. The new Kia XCeed and Ceed Sportswagon Plug-in Hybrid offer a compelling alternative to conventional gasoline and diesel...

News  Updated at: 2020/01/16

Kia motors Europe reveals efficient, low-emissions plug-in hybrid variants of Kia XCeed and Ceed Sportswagon On September 2, Kia motors informed that it has taken the next step in its vehicle electrification strategy with the unveiling of new Plug-in Hybrid variants of the Kia XCeed and Ceed Sportswagon. Due to go on sale across Europe at the beginning of 2020, the two new low-emissions models represent the first time Kia has brought electrified ...

News  Updated at: 2019/09/02

Kia UK announces fleet roadshow featuring range of Kia models On Aug 14, Kia Motor UK informed that they would be hosting a five-stop fleet roadshow across England and Scotland. The Roadshow, running from early October to November, will provide potential clients and existing fleet customers with an exclusive opportunity to test drive the all-new Kia XCeed. Alongside the XCeed, there will also be a range of cars from both the Niro and Ceed family,...

News  Updated at: 2019/08/19

Kia launches all-new Kia XCeed in Europe On June 26, Kia launched XCeed, an all-new urban crossover utility vehicle (CUV) which combines compact SUV practicality with the sporty packaging and engaging handling of a hatchback.The Kia XCeed is 4,395 mm long, 1,490 mm high with a wheelbase of 2,650 mm.Three turbocharged gasoline direct injection (T-GDi) engines and two Smartstream diesel engines are on offer.The three-cylinder 1.0-litre (120 ps and ...

News  Updated at: 2019/06/27

Kia XCeed urban crossover features new digital instrument cluster On June 11, Kia informed that the new Kia XCeed urban crossover will be available with Kia’s first fully-digital 12.3-inch Supervision driver instrument cluster when it is launched across Europe later this year. With a high-resolution 1920x720-pixel display, the digital cluster replaces the conventional speedometer and tachometer dials found currently in the brand’s passenger c...

News  Updated at: 2019/06/13

Kia to launch new Kia Xceed Crossover On June 5, Kia informed released the first image of the new Kia XCeed urban crossover, due to be revealed later in June 2019. The swept-back, coupé-like appearance of the new Kia XCeed is a product of the brand’s European design centre in Frankfurt, Germany. The combination of its elevated ride height and lower hip point give the car a sportier driving position than a traditional SUV. Its raised driving po...

News  Updated at: 2019/06/06