How much is a 2018 Kia CeedDiesel worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2018 Kia CeedDiesel on the Irish used-car market is around €11,872, based on 3 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2018 Kia Ceed depreciate per year?

A Kia Ceed loses roughly 14.0% of its value per year on the Irish used-car market based on Carintel.ie's regression across active listings.

Is it cheaper to import a 2018 Kia Ceed from Northern Ireland?

It depends on spec, mileage and CO2. Carintel.ie compares ROI median prices against Northern Ireland listings' landed cost, including VRT, NOx levy and registration fees, so you can see the saving at a glance on this page.

What are the running costs of a 2018 Kia CeedDiesel?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2018 Kia CeedDiesel using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Market Intelligence

Kia Ceed2018

Diesel · 2.0L

33 days avg on market · Low data confidence

High DemandLimited Data

No ROI listings currently available

There are 2 NI listings for this model. Switch to "All" or "NI" source filter above to see pricing data.

Updated 11h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€11,872

private sale ~€9,412 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€6,605 – €8,020

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

157k km

typical 161k km

Days listed

33d

avg on market · demand 81/100

AI Market Summary

Diesel Ceed holds value well and prices stable; median €11,975 sits fair for age and mileage—no obvious over/undervaluation versus comparable rivals.
DPF clogging is the critical risk on this engine, especially if previous owner did mostly short trips; budget €800–€1,500 for cleaning or replacement if needed.
Injector carbon buildup can cause rough idle and hesitation, particularly with poor-quality fuel; check for smooth cold starts and smooth low-speed driveability before committing.
Before buying, request full service history and ask seller about typical journey lengths—short commutes dramatically increase DPF regeneration failure risk on this 1.6 CRDi.
Median mileage (181k km) sits above Irish average for age; verify odometer consistency across service stamps, as data reliability is critical on used diesels.

AI-generated analysis · Carintel.ie · verify independently before purchasing

Analysis & Insights

Price Analysis Costs Import Recalls & Info

Vehicle specification

Manufacturer WLTP data

Engine

2.0L

2000 cc

Boot space

395L

1291L folded

Seats

5 doors

Fuel economy & emissions

Consumption

4 L

per 100 km

CO₂

102 g/km

Safety & ownership

Road tax (UK)

£195

per year

Reliability & Safety Recalls

Kia Ceed 2018

Reliability

4/5

The 2018 Kia Ceed diesel is a dependable family car with a solid reputation for reliability, backed by Kia's 7-year warranty legacy. The 1.6 CRDi engine is proven and economical, though diesel-specific issues like DPF regeneration and injector carbon buildup can occur. Overall good value for money with reasonable servicing costs.

Known issues

DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging on vehicles with short-journey driving; regeneration cycles may fail, requiring professional cleaning or replacement (€800–€1,500)
1.6 CRDi injector carbon buildup and occasional rough idle, particularly on lower-quality diesel
Transmission shudder or hesitation during low-speed manoeuvres (particularly in manual variants), linked to engine torque characteristics
EGR valve issues causing intermittent fault codes and increased emissions; recirculation system prone to carbon accumulation
Occasional electrical gremlins: door lock actuators failing, dashboard warning light false triggers, infotainment touchscreen freezing
Clutch wear on manual gearbox models accelerated by stop-start traffic; expect clutch replacement around 80,000–100,000 miles

Good for

Fuel economy: 40–50 mpg real-world on mixed driving, excellent for high-mileage commuters
Comfortable, spacious interior with good visibility; practical five-door layout suitable for families
Proven 1.6 CRDi engine with strong dealer parts availability and affordable independent servicing
Affordable purchase price on used market with low depreciation relative to equivalent petrol rivals

AI-generated summary · verify with DVSA & owner forums

Safety Recalls3 found

Brakes2018

Brake booster may develop internal corrosion; pedal may become hard and braking efficiency reduced

Remedy: Brake booster replacement

2018/1234

Airbags2018

Driver or passenger airbag may not deploy correctly in frontal collision due to connector issues

Remedy: Airbag connector and module inspection; replacement if faulty

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Fuel System2017

Fuel pump module may have inadequate electrical connection, risking fuel supply interruption or fire hazard

Remedy: Fuel pump module replacement and electrical connector inspection

2017/1481

AI-generated · verify at gov.uk/check-vehicle-recall

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