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CUPRA Ateca vs Ford Transit Bus comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (37,300 £ vs 50,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Ateca or Ford Transit Bus?

CUPRA Ateca vs Ford Transit Bus: Key differences

CUPRA Ateca

4.1 (2 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • considerably more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • substantially lighter
  • significantly more trunk space
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Ford Transit Bus

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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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

CUPRA Ateca is markedly cheaper – starting at 37,300 £ , while the Ford Transit Bus costs 50,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,232 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Ateca uses 6.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Ford Transit Bus with 9.4 L/100km. The difference is about 2.7 L/100km.

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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 offers considerably more power – delivering 300 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 150 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Ateca delivers barely more torque with 400 Nm compared to 390 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm more.

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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.

Seats: Ford Transit Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Ateca is substantially lighter – 1,418 kg compared to 2,338 kg. The difference is around 920 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Ateca offers significantly more boot space – 485 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 485 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Bus carries significantly more – 1,162 kg compared to 522 kg. That’s a difference of about 640 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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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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Ford Transit Bus

The Ford Transit is the reliable people-mover operators turn to when they need space, stamina and sensible running costs without fuss. It doesn't try to be glamorous, but its practical interior, flexible layouts and honest character make it a smart, stress-free choice for shuttle services and group transport.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
37,300 - 51,200 £
Price
50,500 - 52,900 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.4 - 9.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
153 - 207 g/km
co2
245 - 248 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
70 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
9
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,418 - 1,628 kg
Curb weight
2,338 - 2,385 kg
Trunk capacity
485 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
-
Length
5,531 - 5,981 mm
Width
1,841 mm
Width
2,059 mm
Height
-
Height
2,530 - 2,533 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
502 - 522 kg
Payload
1,115 - 1,162 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel
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
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Power HP
130 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
360 - 390 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
96 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,996 cm3

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