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CUPRA Ateca vs Hyundai i30 Wagon comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (37,300 £ vs 25,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Ateca or Hyundai i30 Wagon?

CUPRA Ateca vs Hyundai i30 Wagon: Key differences

CUPRA Ateca

4.4 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Hyundai i30 Wagon

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • only slightly lighter
  • somewhat 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.

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

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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 i30 Wagon is substantially cheaper – starting at 25,400 £ , while the CUPRA Ateca costs 37,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,854 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai i30 Wagon uses 5.9 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the CUPRA Ateca with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

i30 Wagon

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 150 HP. That’s roughly 150 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Ateca is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Hyundai i30 Wagon takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Ateca delivers markedly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

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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 i30 Wagon is only slightly lighter – 1,340 kg compared to 1,418 kg. The difference is around 78 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai i30 Wagon offers somewhat more boot space – 602 L compared to 485 L. That’s a difference of about 117 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Ateca carries barely more – 522 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 32 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Ateca is far ahead 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

4.4 (3 Reviews)
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Juan ramon frances
31 Aug 2026, 12:04:26

The Cupra Ateca is better in every way, it accelerates more, goes faster, and is easier to drive; the finishes are better.

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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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Hyundai i30 Wagon

The Hyundai i30 Wagon is a practical family hauler that pairs roomy, sensible packaging with clean, modern lines and a surprisingly composed chassis. Comfortable, well-equipped and priced to make rivals sweat, it quietly ticks the boxes for daily life and weekend escapes while still managing a little grin on twisty roads.

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4.3 (2 Reviews)
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Adrian
17 Jan 2026, 21:20:42

As a practical user of the i30 1.5 wagon and the Skoda Scala, I can generally say the Hyundai is the better car. Why?

- Better cabin insulation
- More space for the driver, with a wider range of steering-wheel adjustment
- Interior is better made and fitted
- More comfortable driving position
- Handles better
- Stronger brakes

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- Higher fuel consumption
- Overall less modern styling
- Slightly weaker headlights vs. the Skoda

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Costs and Consumption
Price
37,300 - 51,200 £
Price
25,400 - 32,300 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
153 - 207 g/km
co2
134 - 142 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,418 - 1,628 kg
Curb weight
1,340 - 1,460 kg
Trunk capacity
485 L
Trunk capacity
602 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,841 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
502 - 522 kg
Payload
450 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manual, 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
115 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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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