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CUPRA Ateca vs Hyundai i20 comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 90 HP), boot space and price (37,300 £ vs 18,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Ateca or Hyundai i20?

CUPRA Ateca vs Hyundai i20: Key differences

CUPRA Ateca

4.1 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Hyundai i20

4.2 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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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.

Hyundai i20 is clearly cheaper – starting at 18,800 £ , while the CUPRA Ateca costs 37,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,454 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai i20 uses 5.7 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the CUPRA Ateca with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1 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 substantially more power – delivering 300 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 210 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Ateca is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Hyundai i20 takes 11.5 s. That’s about 6.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Ateca delivers significantly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 228 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, Hyundai i20 is clearly lighter – 1,145 kg compared to 1,418 kg. The difference is around 273 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Ateca offers clearly more boot space – 485 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 133 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Ateca carries somewhat more – 522 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 57 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Ateca 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.

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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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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The Hyundai i20 is a cheeky small car that mixes smart styling with sensible practicality, feeling more polished and roomy than you might expect for the money. It’s an easy car to live with, offering engaging handling, a comfy cabin and useful equipment that make daily commutes and weekend errands notably less dull.

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Jason
17 Nov 2025, 01:46:25

Bought an i20 two years ago and It has surprised me how good It is.

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CUPRA Ateca
Hyundai i20

Costs and Consumption
Price
37,300 - 51,200 £
Price
18,800 - 24,400 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.7 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
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co2
153 - 207 g/km
co2
128 - 129 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,418 - 1,628 kg
Curb weight
1,145 - 1,170 kg
Trunk capacity
485 L
Trunk capacity
352 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,841 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
502 - 522 kg
Payload
455 - 465 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Power HP
90 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 12.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
172 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
66 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
998 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Hyundai
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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