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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs CUPRA Ateca comparison

Compare performance (392 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (45,700 £ vs 37,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe or CUPRA Ateca?

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs CUPRA Ateca: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

  • noticeably more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h

CUPRA Ateca

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  • clearly cheaper
  • a bit lighter
  • barely more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

4 Series Gran Coupe

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 clearly cheaper – starting at 37,300 £ , while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe costs 45,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,417 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe uses 5 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the CUPRA Ateca with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 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 Gran Coupe offers noticeably more power – delivering 392 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 92 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the CUPRA Ateca takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe delivers visibly more torque with 650 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.

4 Series Gran Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Ateca is a bit lighter – 1,418 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 277 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Ateca offers barely more boot space – 485 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Ateca carries barely more – 522 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 42 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 4 Series Gran 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 £45,700
4 Series Gran Coupe

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 184 - 392 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5 - 7.8 L/100km
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
CUPRA Ateca

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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe marries coupe-like drama with hatchback practicality, offering a sloping roofline that still lets you load bags without a wrestling match. It steers with familiar BMW poise, so buyers after sporty looks and everyday usability get the best of both worlds—and a car that makes the commute feel a bit more glamorous.

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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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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
CUPRA Ateca

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,700 - 68,800 £
Price
37,300 - 51,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
131 - 179 g/km
co2
153 - 207 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
59 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,695 - 1,935 kg
Curb weight
1,418 - 1,628 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
485 L
Length
4,783 mm
Length
-
Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,841 mm
Height
1,442 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,290 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
480 kg
Payload
502 - 522 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic 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 - 392 HP
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.3 s
Max Speed
233 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 - 650 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 288 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
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