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BMW 4 Series Coupe vs CUPRA Ateca comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (46,200 £ vs 37,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Coupe or CUPRA Ateca?

BMW 4 Series Coupe vs CUPRA Ateca: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Coupe

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

4.1 (2 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • moderately lighter
  • barely 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

4 Series Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

CUPRA Ateca is visibly cheaper – starting at 37,300 £ , while the BMW 4 Series Coupe costs 46,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,932 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 4 Series Coupe uses 4.8 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the CUPRA Ateca with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 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 BMW 4 Series Coupe offers clearly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 230 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Coupe is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the CUPRA Ateca takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 4 Series Coupe delivers substantially more torque with 700 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 300 Nm more.

4 Series Coupe

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 more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Ateca is moderately lighter – 1,418 kg compared to 1,600 kg. The difference is around 182 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Ateca offers barely more boot space – 485 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 45 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Ateca carries markedly more – 522 kg compared to 415 kg. That’s a difference of about 107 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 4 Series Coupe holds a decisive overall lead 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 £46,200
4 Series Coupe

BMW 4 Series Coupe

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 184 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.8 - 10 L/100km
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Reviews BMW 4 Series Coupe

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Shomguy
20 Jan 2026, 13:24:39

BMW is the best

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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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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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CUPRA Ateca

Costs and Consumption
Price
46,200 - 93,900 £
Price
37,300 - 51,200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 10 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
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
126 - 226 g/km
co2
153 - 207 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,600 - 1,895 kg
Curb weight
1,418 - 1,628 kg
Trunk capacity
440 L
Trunk capacity
485 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,852 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,841 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
355 - 415 kg
Payload
502 - 522 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 530 HP
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 390 kW
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E
Brand
BMW
Brand
CUPRA
What drive types are available for the BMW 4 Series Coupe?

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

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