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BMW Z4 vs CUPRA Ateca comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 37,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW Z4 or CUPRA Ateca?

BMW Z4 vs CUPRA Ateca: Key differences

BMW Z4

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • slightly more power
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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CUPRA Ateca

4.1 (2 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • only slightly lighter
  • significantly 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

Z4

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 slightly cheaper – starting at 37,300 £ , while the BMW Z4 costs 43,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,189 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Ateca uses 6.7 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the BMW Z4 with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 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 Z4 offers slightly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW Z4 is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the CUPRA Ateca takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW Z4 delivers somewhat more torque with 500 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

Z4

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.

Seats: CUPRA Ateca offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Ateca is only slightly lighter – 1,418 kg compared to 1,510 kg. The difference is around 92 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Ateca offers significantly more boot space – 485 L compared to 281 L. That’s a difference of about 204 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Ateca carries considerably more – 522 kg compared to 235 kg. That’s a difference of about 287 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Ateca is decisively ahead 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 £37,300
Ateca

CUPRA Ateca

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 300 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.7 - 9.1 L/100km
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Reviews BMW Z4

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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Maingard
26 Apr 2026, 13:19:10

Responsive car, very high-performing, very agile in corners.

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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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4.1 (2 Reviews)
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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
43,500 - 65,300 £
Price
37,300 - 51,200 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
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
157 - 191 g/km
co2
153 - 207 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,510 - 1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,418 - 1,628 kg
Trunk capacity
281 L
Trunk capacity
485 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,864 mm
Width
1,841 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
215 - 235 kg
Payload
502 - 522 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 340 HP
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
320 - 500 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 - 250 kW
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E
Brand
BMW
Brand
CUPRA
Is the BMW Z4 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW Z4 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

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