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BMW iX1 vs CUPRA Ateca comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (42,300 £ vs 37,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX1 or CUPRA Ateca?

BMW iX1 vs CUPRA Ateca: Key differences

BMW iX1

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • barely more power
  • barely more trunk space
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CUPRA Ateca

4.1 (2 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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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

iX1

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 is a bit cheaper – starting at 37,300 £ , while the BMW iX1 costs 42,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,074 £.

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 iX1 offers barely more power – delivering 313 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 13 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Ateca is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the BMW iX1 takes 5.6 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW iX1 delivers moderately more torque with 494 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 94 Nm more.

iX1

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 noticeably lighter – 1,418 kg compared to 1,940 kg. The difference is around 522 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW iX1 offers barely more boot space – 490 L compared to 485 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Ateca carries marginally more – 522 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 27 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW iX1 is clearly ahead overall 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 £42,300
iX1

BMW iX1

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 - 313 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.3 - 15.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 466 - 514 km
BMW iX1
CUPRA Ateca

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW iX1

The BMW iX1 wraps BMW's electric ambition into a compact SUV package that feels unexpectedly premium, with sharp handling and a crisp, modern cabin that keeps the driver in charge. It's ideal for buyers who want a stylish, quiet daily driver with useful practicality and tech-savvy touches — plus enough character to make the commute feel less like a chore and more like a short joyride.

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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 iX1
CUPRA Ateca

Costs and Consumption

Price
42,300 - 55,200 £
Price
37,300 - 51,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.3 - 15.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
466 - 514 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
153 - 207 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,940 - 2,085 kg
Curb weight
1,418 - 1,628 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
485 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,845 mm
Width
1,841 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
495 kg
Payload
502 - 522 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 313 HP
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 494 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 230 kW
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E
Brand
BMW
Brand
CUPRA
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