Compare performance (625 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (77100 £ vs 37300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X5 or CUPRA Ateca?
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 significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37300 £ , while the BMW X5 costs 77100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 39789 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW X5 manages with 3 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the CUPRA Ateca with 6.70 L. The difference is about 3.70 L per 100 km.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW X5 has a decisively edge – offering 625 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 325 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X5 is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the CUPRA Ateca takes 4.90 s. That’s about 1 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW X5 performs noticeable 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: BMW X5 pulls convincingly stronger with 750 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 350 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, CUPRA Ateca is convincingly lighter – 1418 kg compared to 2240 kg. The difference is around 822 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW X5 offers distinct more room – 650 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 140 L.
In maximum load capacity, the BMW X5 performs slightly better – up to 1870 L, which is about 266 L more than the CUPRA Ateca.
When it comes to payload, BMW X5 clearly perceptible takes the win – 705 kg compared to 522 kg. That’s a difference of about 183 kg.
The BMW X5 is clearly superior 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.
The BMW X5 blends athletic handling with a roomy, premium interior, feeling equally at home on twisty country roads and the school-run car park. Its executive-lounge cabin and confident road presence make it a tempting choice for buyers who want comfort, capability and just a little bit of bragging rights.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
77100 - 143500 £
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Price
37300 - 51200 £
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Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 9.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
105 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
25.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
68 - 289 g/km
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co2
152 - 207 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
69 - 83 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2240 - 2495 kg
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Curb weight
1418 - 1628 kg
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Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
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Trunk capacity
485 - 510 L
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Length
4935 mm
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Length
4394 mm
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Width
2004 - 2015 mm
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Width
1841 mm
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Height
1755 - 1765 mm
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Height
1601 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1720 - 1870 L
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Max trunk capacity
1604 L
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Payload
565 - 705 kg
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Payload
502 - 522 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
298 - 625 HP
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Power HP
150 - 300 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.3 s
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Max Speed
250 km/h
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Max Speed
199 km/h
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Torque
540 - 750 Nm
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
219 - 460 kW
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Power kW
110 - 221 kW
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Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
CUPRA
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The BMW X5 is available as All-Wheel Drive.