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CUPRA Ateca vs Mercedes CLA Coupe comparison
Compare performance (300 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (37,300 £ vs 39,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Ateca or Mercedes CLA Coupe?
CUPRA Ateca vs Mercedes CLA Coupe: 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
CUPRA Ateca is very slightly cheaper – starting at 37,300 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Coupe costs 39,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,368 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLA Coupe uses 4.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the CUPRA Ateca with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.
CLA Coupe
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 Mercedes CLA Coupe offers slightly more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.
Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 4.9 s from 0 to 100 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Coupe delivers visibly more torque with 515 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 115 Nm more.
Ateca
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Ateca is slightly lighter – 1,418 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 277 kg.
Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Ateca offers a bit more boot space – 485 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.
When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Ateca carries moderately more – 522 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 67 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes CLA Coupe 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 £39,600
Mercedes CLA Coupe
CUPRA Ateca
Mercedes CLA Coupe
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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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Mercedes CLA Coupe
The Mercedes CLA Coupe cuts a rakish silhouette that blends sporty coupe lines with everyday practicality, giving style-minded buyers a premium image without shouting. Inside it feels more luxurious than its size suggests, with a slick cabin, intuitive tech and a composed ride — the kind of car that parties in the city and still shows up polished on Sunday morning.
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CUPRA Ateca
Mercedes CLA Coupe
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
37,300 - 51,200 £
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Price
39,600 - 60,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 9.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.3 - 12.7 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
542 - 792 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
0 - 120 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
Coupe
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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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
1,695 - 2,135 kg
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Trunk capacity
485 L
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,841 mm
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Width
1,855 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
430 - 455 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Electric, Full 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
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 300 HP
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 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
280 - 515 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
115 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,499 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
A, C, D
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Brand
CUPRA
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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