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CUPRA Ateca vs Ford Puma comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 168 HP), boot space and price (37,300 £ vs 23,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Ateca or Ford Puma?

CUPRA Ateca vs Ford Puma: Key differences

CUPRA Ateca

4.1 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Ford Puma

3 (11 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • very slightly lighter
  • 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:

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

Ford Puma is clearly cheaper – starting at 23,900 £ , while the CUPRA Ateca costs 37,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,354 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Puma uses 5.4 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the CUPRA Ateca with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.

Puma

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 CUPRA Ateca offers significantly more power – delivering 300 HP compared to 168 HP. That’s roughly 132 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Ateca is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Ford Puma takes 7.4 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Ateca delivers visibly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm more.

Ateca

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Puma is very slightly lighter – 1,316 kg compared to 1,418 kg. The difference is around 102 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Puma offers marginally more boot space – 523 L compared to 485 L. That’s a difference of about 38 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Ateca carries somewhat more – 522 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 53 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Ateca stands out in the key areas 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
CUPRA Ateca
Ford Puma

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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 Puma

The Ford Puma blends sporty styling with practical everyday usability, making it a smart choice for drivers who want flair without sacrificing versatility. Its engaging driving character and clever interior packaging give it a more dynamic and useful feel than many rivals.

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CUPRA Ateca
Ford Puma

Costs and Consumption

Price
37,300 - 51,200 £
Price
23,900 - 36,300 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 13.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
404 - 417 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
153 - 207 g/km
co2
0 - 135 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,418 - 1,628 kg
Curb weight
1,316 - 1,563 kg
Trunk capacity
485 L
Trunk capacity
456 - 523 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,841 mm
Width
1,805 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
502 - 522 kg
Payload
367 - 469 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Power HP
125 - 168 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
92 - 124 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
999 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Ford
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