Compare performance (300 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (37300 £ vs 46500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Ateca or Land Rover Discovery Sport?
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 has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37300 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery Sport costs 46500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9189 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Land Rover Discovery Sport manages with 4.20 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the CUPRA Ateca with 6.70 L. The difference is about 2.50 L per 100 km.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the CUPRA Ateca has a somewhat edge – offering 300 HP compared to 269 HP. That’s roughly 31 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 Land Rover Discovery Sport takes 7.40 s. That’s about 2.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Land Rover Discovery Sport performs minimal better – reaching 209 km/h, while the CUPRA Ateca tops out at 199 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Land Rover Discovery Sport pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 540 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm difference.
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, CUPRA Ateca is distinct lighter – 1418 kg compared to 1949 kg. The difference is around 531 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers noticeable more room – 780 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 270 L.
In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Ateca performs barely noticeable better – up to 1604 L, which is about 30 L more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.
When it comes to payload, Land Rover Discovery Sport to a small extent takes the win – 641 kg compared to 522 kg. That’s a difference of about 119 kg.
Overall, the Land Rover Discovery Sport shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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.
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.
detailsDiscovery Sport wears Land Rover’s rugged badge with compact poise, blending a comfortable, well-crafted cabin and genuine off-road confidence for buyers who want versatility without showroom bluster. It settles smoothly on the road with composed manners and a cheeky British charm, making it an appealing pick for families who crave practicality with a hint of adventure.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
37300 - 51200 £
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Price
46500 - 65700 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 9.1 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 L
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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
58 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
12 kWh
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co2
152 - 207 g/km
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co2
95 - 187 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
58 - 65 L
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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
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1418 - 1628 kg
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Curb weight
1949 - 2168 kg
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Trunk capacity
485 - 510 L
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Trunk capacity
780 L
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Length
4394 mm
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Length
4597 mm
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Width
1841 mm
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Width
1894 mm
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Height
1601 mm
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Height
1727 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1604 L
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Max trunk capacity
1574 L
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Payload
502 - 522 kg
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Payload
582 - 641 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, 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
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 300 HP
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Power HP
163 - 269 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
199 km/h
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Max Speed
190 - 209 km/h
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Torque
380 - 540 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
110 - 221 kW
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Power kW
120 - 198 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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Brand
CUPRA
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Brand
Land Rover
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The CUPRA Ateca is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.