Compare performance (300 HP vs 141 HP), boot space and price (37300 £ vs 30000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Ateca or Mazda CX-5?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mazda CX-5 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30000 £ , while the CUPRA Ateca costs 37300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7268 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Ateca manages with 6.70 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the Mazda CX-5 with 7 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.
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 convincingly edge – offering 300 HP compared to 141 HP. That’s roughly 159 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Ateca is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Mazda CX-5 takes 10.50 s. That’s about 5.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Ateca performs barely noticeable better – reaching 199 km/h, while the Mazda CX-5 tops out at 195 km/h. The difference is around 4 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Ateca pulls significantly stronger with 400 Nm compared to 238 Nm. That’s about 162 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, CUPRA Ateca is somewhat lighter – 1418 kg compared to 1629 kg. The difference is around 211 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mazda CX-5 offers slightly more room – 583 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 73 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mazda CX-5 performs distinct better – up to 2019 L, which is about 415 L more than the CUPRA Ateca.
The CUPRA Ateca proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
CUPRA Ateca is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsThe Mazda CX-5 blends elegant, athletic styling with a surprisingly engaging driving character, turning routine trips into small, satisfying adventures. Inside it feels thoughtfully built and comfortable, offering sensible practicality and a premium feel that punches above its price.
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Price
37300 - 51200 £
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Price
30000 - 39500 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 9.1 L
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Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.4 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
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
152 - 207 g/km
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co2
157 - 168 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
56 - 58 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
1629 - 1671 kg
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Trunk capacity
485 - 510 L
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Trunk capacity
583 L
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Length
4394 mm
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Length
4690 mm
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Width
1841 mm
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Width
1860 mm
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Height
1601 mm
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Height
1695 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1604 L
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Max trunk capacity
2019 L
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Payload
502 - 522 kg
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Payload
-
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 300 HP
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Power HP
141 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 10.9 s
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Max Speed
199 km/h
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Max Speed
195 km/h
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Torque
238 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
104 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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Engine capacity
2488 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
F
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Brand
CUPRA
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Brand
Mazda
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The CUPRA Ateca is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.