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CUPRA Ateca vs Honda ZR-V – Which model is better for everyday use?

Two cars, one duel: CUPRA Ateca meets Honda ZR-V.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Ateca @ CUPRA / SEAT S.A.

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Honda ZR-V has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £, while the CUPRA Ateca costs 37300 £. That’s a price difference of around 497 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Honda ZR-V manages with 5.70 L and is therefore slightly more efficient than the CUPRA Ateca with 6.70 L. The difference is about 1 L per 100 km.

ZR-V @ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

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 has a noticeable edge – offering 300 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 116 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Ateca is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Honda ZR-V takes 7.80 s. That’s about 2.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Ateca performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Honda ZR-V tops out at 173 km/h. The difference is around 77 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Ateca pulls noticeable stronger with 400 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 85 Nm difference.

Ateca @ CUPRA / SEAT S.A.

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 curb weight, CUPRA Ateca is slightly lighter – 1418 kg compared to 1660 kg. The difference is around 242 kg.

In terms of boot space, the CUPRA Ateca offers distinct more room – 510 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 130 L.

In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Ateca performs a bit better – up to 1604 L, which is about 292 L more than the Honda ZR-V.

When it comes to payload, CUPRA Ateca slightly takes the win – 522 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 67 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

from about £37,300
Ateca @ CUPRA / SEAT S.A.

CUPRA Ateca

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 300 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.7 - 9.1 L

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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Honda ZR-V

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The Honda ZR-V blends smart practicality with sharper styling than you might expect, giving buyers a calm, competent companion for daily life. Inside it's comfortable and cleverly laid out, easy to live with and never trying too hard to be exciting.

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CUPRA Ateca
Honda ZR-V
Ateca @ CUPRA / SEAT S.A.
ZR-V @ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

Costs and Consumption

Price
37300 - 48600 £
Price
36800 - 40400 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 9.1 L
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 5.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
152 - 207 g/km
co2
130 - 132 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
57 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
1660 - 1710 kg
Trunk capacity
485 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
370 - 380 L
Length
4394 mm
Length
4568 mm
Width
1841 mm
Width
1840 mm
Height
1601 mm
Height
1613 mm
Max trunk capacity
1579 - 1604 L
Max trunk capacity
1291 - 1312 L
Payload
502 - 522 kg
Payload
440 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
-
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
-
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Power HP
184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8 s
Max Speed
199 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
173 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
315 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
135 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1993 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Honda
What drive types are available for the CUPRA Ateca?

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

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.