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Audi A5 Sportback vs CUPRA Ateca - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (367 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (38700 £ vs 37300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A5 Sportback or CUPRA Ateca?

Audi A5 Sportback

CUPRA Ateca

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A5 Sportback

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

CUPRA Ateca has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37300 £ , while the Audi A5 Sportback costs 38700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1474 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A5 Sportback manages with 2 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the CUPRA Ateca with 6.70 L. The difference is about 4.70 L per 100 km.

Ateca

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A5 Sportback has a slightly edge – offering 367 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 67 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A5 Sportback is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 4.50 s, while the CUPRA Ateca takes 4.90 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A5 Sportback performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the CUPRA Ateca tops out at 199 km/h. The difference is around 51 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A5 Sportback pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 550 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm difference.

A5 Sportback

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: CUPRA Ateca offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, CUPRA Ateca is noticeable lighter – 1418 kg compared to 1770 kg. The difference is around 352 kg.

In terms of boot space, the CUPRA Ateca offers somewhat more room – 510 L compared to 445 L. That’s a difference of about 65 L.

In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Ateca performs a bit better – up to 1604 L, which is about 305 L more than the Audi A5 Sportback.

When it comes to payload, Audi A5 Sportback minimal takes the win – 530 kg compared to 522 kg. That’s a difference of about 8 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Audi A5 Sportback shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £38,700
A5 Sportback

Audi A5 Sportback

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 367 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2 - 7.6 L
  • Electric Range : 107 - 110 km
Audi A5 Sportback
CUPRA Ateca

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Audi A5 Sportback

The Audi A5 Sportback dresses up sleek coupe proportions with the everyday sense of a practical hatchback, so you get striking looks without the compromises. Behind the wheel it balances poise and comfort with premium trimmings that make daily driving feel a little bit special — ideal for buyers who want style and substance in equal measure.

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CUPRA Ateca

The CUPRA Ateca mixes SUV practicality with a seriously sporty attitude, wrapped in aggressive styling and a cockpit that looks like it belongs on a racetrack. It's the kind of car that handles daily life with composure while slipping a grin across your face every time you push it—perfect for drivers who want a practical companion that never apologizes for having fun.

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Audi A5 Sportback
CUPRA Ateca

Costs and Consumption

Price
38700 - 68600 £
Price
37300 - 51200 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 9.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
107 - 110 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
45 - 172 g/km
co2
152 - 207 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1770 - 2170 kg
Curb weight
1418 - 1628 kg
Trunk capacity
331 - 445 L
Trunk capacity
485 - 510 L
Length
4829 - 4835 mm
Length
4394 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1841 mm
Height
1429 - 1444 mm
Height
1601 mm
Max trunk capacity
1175 - 1299 L
Max trunk capacity
1604 L
Payload
475 - 530 kg
Payload
502 - 522 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 367 HP
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.3 s
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
199 km/h
Torque
280 - 550 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 270 kW
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G
Brand
Audi
Brand
CUPRA
Is the Audi A5 Sportback offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.