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CUPRA Ateca vs Mercedes GLB – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Two cars, one duel: CUPRA Ateca meets Mercedes GLB.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

CUPRA Ateca

Mercedes GLB

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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 slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37300 £, while the Mercedes GLB costs 40500 £. That’s a price difference of around 3241 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLB manages with 5.60 L and is therefore somewhat more efficient than the CUPRA Ateca with 6.70 L. The difference is about 1.10 L per 100 km.

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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 Mercedes GLB has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 320 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Ateca is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Mercedes GLB takes 5.50 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

Both models offer the same torque – 400 Nm.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, CUPRA Ateca is a bit lighter – 1418 kg compared to 1640 kg. The difference is around 222 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLB offers to a small extent more room – 570 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 60 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLB performs to a small extent better – up to 1805 L, which is about 201 L more than the CUPRA Ateca.

When it comes to payload, CUPRA Ateca minimal takes the win – 522 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 22 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes GLB proves to be shows small but notable strengths and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes GLB is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

CUPRA Ateca
Mercedes GLB

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Mercedes GLB

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.6 - 9 L
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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 GLB

The Mercedes GLB is a practical compact SUV that mixes boxy, family-friendly space with premium German polish, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want usefulness without pretension. It drives with a confident, composed feel and somehow manages to look both rugged and refined — the grown-up SUV that still likes to have fun.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
37300 - 48600 £
Price
40500 - 65300 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 9.1 L
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
152 - 207 g/km
co2
146 - 204 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 60 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
1640 - 1820 kg
Trunk capacity
485 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
565 - 570 L
Length
4394 mm
Length
4634 - 4650 mm
Width
1841 mm
Width
1834 - 1850 mm
Height
1601 mm
Height
1665 - 1692 mm
Max trunk capacity
1579 - 1604 L
Max trunk capacity
1800 - 1805 L
Payload
502 - 522 kg
Payload
500 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 11.5 s
Max Speed
199 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
188 - 250 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Mercedes-Benz

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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.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.

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