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CUPRA Ateca vs Mercedes GLC - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (300 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (37300 £ vs 50300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Ateca or Mercedes GLC?

CUPRA Ateca

Mercedes GLC

3.9 (6 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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 has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37300 £ , while the Mercedes GLC costs 50300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13059 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLC manages with 1.60 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the CUPRA Ateca with 6.70 L. The difference is about 5.10 L per 100 km.

GLC

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 GLC has a clearly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 380 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the CUPRA Ateca takes 4.90 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLC performs distinct better – reaching 275 km/h, while the CUPRA Ateca tops out at 199 km/h. The difference is around 76 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLC pulls convincingly stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 620 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, CUPRA Ateca is evident lighter – 1418 kg compared to 1910 kg. The difference is around 492 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers a bit more room – 620 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 110 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLC performs barely noticeable better – up to 1740 L, which is about 136 L more than the CUPRA Ateca.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLC to a small extent takes the win – 600 kg compared to 522 kg. That’s a difference of about 78 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes GLC 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.

from about £50,300
GLC

Mercedes GLC

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 9.9 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 16.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 12 - 714 km
CUPRA Ateca
Mercedes GLC

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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 GLC

3.9 (6 Reviews)
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The Mercedes GLC blends plush cabin comfort and composed road manners into an SUV that feels more grown-up than it looks. It won’t shout for attention, but will quietly please buyers who want refinement, usable space and a touch of luxury without the drama.

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CUPRA Ateca
Mercedes GLC

Costs and Consumption

Price
37300 - 51200 £
Price
50300 - 126600 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 9.1 L
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
12 - 714 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
94 kWh
co2
152 - 207 g/km
co2
0 - 225 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
49 - 65 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
1910 - 2535 kg
Trunk capacity
485 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
Length
4394 mm
Length
4716 - 4845 mm
Width
1841 mm
Width
1890 - 1913 mm
Height
1601 mm
Height
1603 - 1647 mm
Max trunk capacity
1604 L
Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1740 L
Payload
502 - 522 kg
Payload
475 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
Max Speed
199 km/h
Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
320 - 1020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, B, A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the CUPRA Ateca?

The CUPRA Ateca is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.