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BMW X5 vs CUPRA Ateca - Differences and prices compared

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?

BMW X5

CUPRA Ateca

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

X5

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 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.

Ateca

Engine and Performance:

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.

X5

Space and Everyday Use:

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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

BMW X5
CUPRA Ateca

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X5

BMW X5

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 298 - 625 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3 - 12.8 L
  • Electric Range : 105 km

BMW X5

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.

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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 X5
CUPRA Ateca

Costs and Consumption

Price
77100 - 143500 £
Price
37300 - 51200 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 9.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
105 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
25.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
68 - 289 g/km
co2
152 - 207 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
69 - 83 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2240 - 2495 kg
Curb weight
1418 - 1628 kg
Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
Trunk capacity
485 - 510 L
Length
4935 mm
Length
4394 mm
Width
2004 - 2015 mm
Width
1841 mm
Height
1755 - 1765 mm
Height
1601 mm
Max trunk capacity
1720 - 1870 L
Max trunk capacity
1604 L
Payload
565 - 705 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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
298 - 625 HP
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.3 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
199 km/h
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G
Brand
BMW
Brand
CUPRA
Is the BMW X5 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW X5 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.