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CUPRA Ateca vs Kia Sorento comparison
Compare performance (300 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (37,300 £ vs 47,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Ateca or Kia Sorento?
CUPRA Ateca vs Kia Sorento: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Ateca
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
CUPRA Ateca is markedly cheaper – starting at 37,300 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 47,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,037 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Sorento uses 3.9 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the CUPRA Ateca with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.8 L/100km.
Sorento
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 only slightly more power – delivering 300 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 12 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 Kia Sorento takes 8 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Sorento delivers marginally more torque with 440 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.
Ateca
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: Kia Sorento offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Ateca is clearly lighter – 1,418 kg compared to 1,855 kg. The difference is around 437 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers noticeably more boot space – 705 L compared to 485 L. That’s a difference of about 220 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries noticeably more – 685 kg compared to 522 kg. That’s a difference of about 163 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Kia Sorento stands well ahead of its rival 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 £47,300
Kia Sorento
CUPRA Ateca
Kia Sorento
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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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Kia Sorento
The Kia Sorento blends roomy practicality with smart tech and an unexpectedly composed highway manner, making it an easy choice for families who want comfort without fuss. It presents classy interior touches and sensible packaging at a realistic price, proving you don't need to shout to be noticed in the SUV crowd.
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CUPRA Ateca
Kia Sorento
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
37,300 - 51,200 £
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Price
47,300 - 60,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 9.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
55 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
153 - 207 g/km
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co2
87 - 174 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,418 - 1,628 kg
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Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
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Trunk capacity
485 L
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Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,841 mm
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Width
1,900 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
502 - 522 kg
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Payload
162 - 685 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 300 HP
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Power HP
194 - 288 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Torque
380 - 440 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
110 - 221 kW
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Power kW
142 - 212 kW
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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Brand
CUPRA
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Brand
Kia
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