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CUPRA Ateca vs DS Automobiles DS 9 comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 360 HP), boot space and price (37,300 £ vs 55,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Ateca or DS Automobiles DS 9?

CUPRA Ateca vs DS Automobiles DS 9: Key differences

CUPRA Ateca

4.1 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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DS Automobiles DS 9

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • a bit more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • marginally 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

Ateca

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

CUPRA Ateca is significantly cheaper – starting at 37,300 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,812 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the CUPRA Ateca with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 5.5 L/100km.

DS 9

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 DS Automobiles DS 9 offers a bit more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 60 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Ateca is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 9 takes 5.6 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 9 delivers visibly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

Ateca

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Ateca is markedly lighter – 1,418 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 446 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 9 offers marginally more boot space – 510 L compared to 485 L. That’s a difference of about 25 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Ateca carries very slightly more – 522 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 33 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 9 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.

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DS 9

DS Automobiles DS 9

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 250 - 360 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range 62 - 75 km
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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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Reviews CUPRA Ateca

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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DS Automobiles DS 9

The DS 9 is a striking French luxury saloon that pairs haute couture styling with a calm, composed ride that pampers passengers. Inside, meticulous craftsmanship and quirky DS details give the cabin real personality, making it an attractive choice if you want to stand out without sacrificing comfort.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
37,300 - 51,200 £
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
153 - 207 g/km
co2
28 - 38 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
42 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,418 - 1,628 kg
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Trunk capacity
485 L
Trunk capacity
510 L
Length
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Length
4,934 mm
Width
1,841 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
-
Height
1,459 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
502 - 522 kg
Payload
486 - 489 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
DS Automobiles
What drive types are available for the CUPRA Ateca?

The CUPRA Ateca is available as All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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