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CUPRA Ateca vs Ford Kuga - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (300 HP vs 243 HP), boot space and price (37300 £ vs 34200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Ateca or Ford Kuga?

CUPRA Ateca

Ford Kuga

4.1 (4 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Ford Kuga has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34200 £, while the CUPRA Ateca costs 37300 £. That’s a price difference of around 3026 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Kuga manages with 2.80 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the CUPRA Ateca with 6.70 L. The difference is about 3.90 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the CUPRA Ateca has a a bit edge – offering 300 HP compared to 243 HP. That’s roughly 57 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Ateca is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Ford Kuga takes 7.30 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Ateca performs slightly better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Ford Kuga tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Ateca pulls evident stronger with 400 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm difference.

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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.

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In curb weight, CUPRA Ateca is minimal lighter – 1418 kg compared to 1526 kg. The difference is around 108 kg.

In terms of boot space, the CUPRA Ateca offers a bit more room – 510 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 98 L.

In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Ateca performs slight better – up to 1604 L, which is about 70 L more than the Ford Kuga.

When it comes to payload, Ford Kuga slight takes the win – 550 kg compared to 522 kg. That’s a difference of about 28 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Ford Kuga proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Kuga is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £34,200
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Ford Kuga

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 243 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.8 - 6.8 L
  • Electric Range : 68 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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Ford Kuga

4.1 (4 Reviews)
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The Kuga is Ford’s adaptable family SUV that blends usable space with a surprisingly lively driving character, making daily commutes and weekend escapes equally enjoyable. With smart interior packaging, an easy-to-use infotainment setup and composed road manners, it’s a sensible choice for buyers who want a bit of fun without the fuss.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
37300 - 48600 £
Price
34200 - 46300 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 9.1 L
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 6.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
68 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
1.1 - 14.4 kWh
co2
152 - 207 g/km
co2
55 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1418 - 1628 kg
Curb weight
1526 - 1859 kg
Trunk capacity
485 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
412 L
Length
4394 mm
Length
4604 - 4645 mm
Width
1841 mm
Width
1882 mm
Height
1601 mm
Height
1673 - 1681 mm
Max trunk capacity
1579 - 1604 L
Max trunk capacity
1534 L
Payload
502 - 522 kg
Payload
541 - 550 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Power HP
150 - 243 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
199 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
195 - 200 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
111 - 178 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1496 - 2488 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Ford

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What drive types are available for the CUPRA Ateca?

The CUPRA Ateca is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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