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CUPRA Ateca vs BMW 8 Series Convertible comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 625 HP), boot space and price (37,300 £ vs 99,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Ateca or BMW 8 Series Convertible?

CUPRA Ateca vs BMW 8 Series Convertible: Key differences

CUPRA Ateca

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  • substantially cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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BMW 8 Series Convertible

  • significantly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Ateca

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 substantially cheaper – starting at 37,300 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Convertible costs 99,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 62,160 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Ateca uses 6.7 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the BMW 8 Series Convertible with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

8 Series Convertible

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 8 Series Convertible offers significantly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 325 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Convertible is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the CUPRA Ateca takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Convertible delivers significantly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 350 Nm more.

Ateca

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: CUPRA Ateca offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Ateca is clearly lighter – 1,418 kg compared to 1,915 kg. The difference is around 497 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Ateca offers noticeably more boot space – 485 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 135 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Ateca carries a bit more – 522 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 97 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 8 Series Convertible has only a minor advantage 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 £99,400
8 Series Convertible

BMW 8 Series Convertible

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 333 - 625 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.9 - 11.2 L/100km
CUPRA Ateca
BMW 8 Series Convertible

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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 8 Series Convertible

The BMW 8 Series Convertible is a head-turning grand tourer that drops its roof with the kind of theatrical flourish you expect from a modern Bavarian showboat. It wraps occupants in sumptuous materials and driver-focused polish, offering effortless long-distance comfort and just enough drama to make every arrival feel like an occasion.

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CUPRA Ateca
BMW 8 Series Convertible

Costs and Consumption

Price
37,300 - 51,200 £
Price
99,400 - 165,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 11.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
153 - 207 g/km
co2
180 - 255 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Convertible
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,418 - 1,628 kg
Curb weight
1,915 - 2,125 kg
Trunk capacity
485 L
Trunk capacity
350 L
Length
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Length
4,851 - 4,867 mm
Width
1,841 mm
Width
1,902 - 1,907 mm
Height
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Height
1,345 - 1,353 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
502 - 522 kg
Payload
340 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
BMW
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