Should you buy one?

As a relatively cheap load-lugger that’s a step-up from the likes of the Dacia Logan MCV, the Kia Ceed Sportswagon makes a lot of sense. It’s huge inside, very practical and excels at carrying both people and their luggage, while also moonlighting as a van when needed.

It’s not the most exciting choice to look at or drive, so there are more appealing options including the Parkers award winning SEAT Leon Estate. However, if you’re after a reliable long-term ownership proposition, it makes a great deal of sense.

What we like

All the usual Kia good stuff applies here. Expect the Ceed Sportwagon to be a reliable purchase that comes with the added peace of mind of a seven-year warranty. A choice of ways to pay for servicing should also appeal to the cost conscious.

The 1.5-litre petrol isn’t the best engine out there, but it has decent performance and acceptable running costs making it an easy pick for us. It’ll also let you enjoy the tidy handling and make the most of the vast boot.

What we don’t like

Engine choice at the time of writing was very limited, and even without supply issues there just aren’t any high-powered options unlike most rivals. Efficiency is acceptable but by no means class leading while the interior, while practical, is a pretty dull place to be.

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