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Audi A8 vs CUPRA Ateca comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (91,400 £ vs 37,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or CUPRA Ateca?

Audi A8 vs CUPRA Ateca: Key differences

Audi A8

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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CUPRA Ateca

4.1 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably lighter
  • slightly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A8

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

CUPRA Ateca is substantially cheaper – starting at 37,300 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 54,103 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A8 uses 4.6 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the CUPRA Ateca with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.

Ateca

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A8 offers substantially more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 271 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A8 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the CUPRA Ateca takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A8 delivers clearly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 400 Nm more.

A8

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Ateca is considerably lighter – 1,418 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 617 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Ateca offers slightly more boot space – 485 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 95 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A8 carries clearly more – 700 kg compared to 522 kg. That’s a difference of about 178 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A8 stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £91,400
A8

Audi A8

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 286 - 571 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range 58 km
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Audi A8

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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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4.1 (2 Reviews)
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Stephan B.
18 Feb 2026, 05:44:55

The Cupra Ateca is technically state-of-the-art. The interior tech is top-notch, the materials feel premium and are genuinely useful. But it’s still a car — a practical tool — and despite the excellent build quality and very solid engine performance, it remains affordable for the average buyer.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
Price
37,300 - 51,200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
58 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
105 - 260 g/km
co2
153 - 207 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,035 - 2,415 kg
Curb weight
1,418 - 1,628 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
485 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,945 mm
Width
1,841 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
525 - 700 kg
Payload
502 - 522 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E
Brand
Audi
Brand
CUPRA
What drive types are available for the Audi A8?

The Audi A8 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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