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CUPRA Ateca vs Mitsubishi ASX comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (37,300 £ vs 21,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Ateca or Mitsubishi ASX?

CUPRA Ateca vs Mitsubishi ASX: Key differences

CUPRA Ateca

4.1 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space
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Mitsubishi ASX

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • very slightly 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

Ateca

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.

Mitsubishi ASX is considerably cheaper – starting at 21,800 £ , while the CUPRA Ateca costs 37,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,506 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi ASX uses 4.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the CUPRA Ateca with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.

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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 CUPRA Ateca offers considerably more power – delivering 300 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 142 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Ateca is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Mitsubishi ASX takes 8.9 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Ateca delivers visibly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 155 Nm more.

Ateca

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 terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi ASX is very slightly lighter – 1,296 kg compared to 1,418 kg. The difference is around 122 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Ateca offers very slightly more boot space – 485 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 1 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Ateca carries slightly more – 522 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 77 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Ateca holds a solid overall lead 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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Reviews CUPRA Ateca

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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The Mitsubishi ASX is a compact crossover that mixes practicality with a no-nonsense personality, making it an easy choice for buyers who want sensible space without the showroom theatrics. It won't set your pulse racing, but its composed ride and user-friendly kit make it a dependable companion for daily errands and weekend escapes — reliable rather than flashy.

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Jaca
15 Apr 2026, 15:55:53

A super-sporty compact crossover — raised ground clearance, drives light and enjoyable, very pleasant, well-insulated interior. Perfect size of car for me.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
37,300 - 51,200 £
Price
21,800 - 32,700 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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
99 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,418 - 1,628 kg
Curb weight
1,296 - 1,493 kg
Trunk capacity
485 L
Trunk capacity
348 - 484 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,841 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
502 - 522 kg
Payload
397 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
190 - 245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, C
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Mitsubishi
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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