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CUPRA Ateca vs Kia XCeed – Which one offers the better deal?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether CUPRA Ateca or Kia XCeed fits your lifestyle better.

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

Ateca @ CUPRA / SEAT S.A.

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia XCeed has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £, while the CUPRA Ateca costs 37300 £. That’s a price difference of around 14134 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia XCeed manages with 6.40 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the CUPRA Ateca with 6.70 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.

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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 has a evident edge – offering 300 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 120 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Ateca is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Kia XCeed takes 8.50 s. That’s about 3.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Ateca performs a bit better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Kia XCeed tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Ateca pulls evident stronger with 400 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 135 Nm difference.

Ateca @ CUPRA / SEAT S.A.

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Kia XCeed is slight lighter – 1351 kg compared to 1418 kg. The difference is around 67 kg.

In terms of boot space, the CUPRA Ateca offers somewhat more room – 510 L compared to 426 L. That’s a difference of about 84 L.

In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Ateca performs slightly better – up to 1604 L, which is about 226 L more than the Kia XCeed.

When it comes to payload, CUPRA Ateca minimal takes the win – 522 kg compared to 479 kg. That’s a difference of about 43 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the CUPRA Ateca shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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
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CUPRA Ateca

The CUPRA Ateca stands out as a high-performance SUV that effortlessly combines sportiness with practicality, making it a compelling choice for driving enthusiasts. Its dynamic design is complemented by an interior that boasts premium materials and a driver-centric cockpit, ensuring both comfort and engagement on every journey. With agile handling and responsive power delivery, the Ateca provides an exhilarating ride that remains composed whether navigating urban environments or taking on more challenging roads.

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Kia XCeed

Kia XCeed blends hatchback agility with a coupe-like stance, wrapping practical space in a handsome, modern package that punches above its class in style. It’s an easygoing everyday companion — comfy, well-equipped and priced to make sensible buyers smile — with just enough spark to keep weekend drives interesting.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
37300 - 48600 £
Price
23100 - 33000 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 9.1 L
Consumption L/100km
6.4 - 6.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
152 - 207 g/km
co2
144 - 155 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 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
1351 - 1419 kg
Trunk capacity
485 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
426 L
Length
4394 mm
Length
4395 mm
Width
1841 mm
Width
1826 mm
Height
1601 mm
Height
1483 - 1495 mm
Max trunk capacity
1579 - 1604 L
Max trunk capacity
1378 L
Payload
502 - 522 kg
Payload
471 - 479 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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 11.7 s
Max Speed
199 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
182 - 210 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Kia

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What drive types are available for the CUPRA Ateca?

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

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