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CUPRA Ateca vs Mazda MX-5 Coupe comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 132 HP), boot space and price (37,300 £ vs 31,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Ateca or Mazda MX-5 Coupe?

CUPRA Ateca vs Mazda MX-5 Coupe: Key differences

CUPRA Ateca

4.1 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • moderately cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
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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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

Mazda MX-5 Coupe is moderately cheaper – starting at 31,400 £ , while the CUPRA Ateca costs 37,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,906 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda MX-5 Coupe uses 6.2 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the CUPRA Ateca with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

MX-5 Coupe

Engine and Performance:

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 offers clearly more power – delivering 300 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 168 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 Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.6 s. That’s about 3.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Ateca delivers clearly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 248 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: CUPRA Ateca offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is noticeably lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 1,418 kg. The difference is around 304 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Ateca offers clearly more boot space – 485 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 358 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Ateca carries clearly more – 522 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 356 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Ateca 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 £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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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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4.1 (2 Reviews)
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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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Mazda MX-5 Coupe

The Mazda MX-5 is a delightfully pure driver's car, wrapped in a compact package and tuned to make steering inputs feel like a conversation rather than a chore. It won’t overwhelm you with gadgetry, but what it delivers—nimble handling, instant feedback and an honest grin every time you drive—makes it a brilliant choice for anyone who values fun over flash.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
37,300 - 51,200 £
Price
31,400 - 36,700 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
153 - 207 g/km
co2
140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,418 - 1,628 kg
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Trunk capacity
485 L
Trunk capacity
127 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,841 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
502 - 522 kg
Payload
166 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Power HP
132 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
152 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
97 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Mazda
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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