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CUPRA Ateca vs Nissan X-Trail comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 213 HP), boot space and price (37,300 £ vs 34,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Ateca or Nissan X-Trail?

CUPRA Ateca vs Nissan X-Trail: Key differences

CUPRA Ateca

4.1 (2 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
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Nissan X-Trail

4.6 (5 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • a bit more trunk space
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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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Nissan X-Trail is marginally cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the CUPRA Ateca costs 37,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,111 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan X-Trail uses 5.7 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the CUPRA Ateca with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.

X-Trail

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 CUPRA Ateca offers markedly more power – delivering 300 HP compared to 213 HP. That’s roughly 87 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Ateca is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Nissan X-Trail takes 7 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan X-Trail delivers clearly more torque with 525 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 125 Nm more.

Ateca

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Nissan X-Trail offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Ateca is slightly lighter – 1,418 kg compared to 1,668 kg. The difference is around 250 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Nissan X-Trail offers a bit more boot space – 585 L compared to 485 L. That’s a difference of about 100 L.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan X-Trail carries only slightly more – 574 kg compared to 522 kg. That’s a difference of about 52 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Ateca leads convincingly 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 Nissan X-Trail is a roomy, no-nonsense family SUV that mixes sensible practicality with a quietly modern look, making it an easy choice for busy lives and weekend escapes. It drives with calm confidence, delivers a comfortable ride and sensible tech, and won’t demand drama while doing the everyday heavy lifting.

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4.6 (5 Reviews)
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Marcin
17 Feb 2026, 12:21:57

I drive an Outback every day; I had an X‑Trail as a courtesy car while mine was in for service. First impression after a few kilometres of driving — the suspension is a disaster. You get the feeling this car picks up every single imperfection in the tarmac. Also, at idle the engine causes noticeably more vibrations in the cabin than the Subaru. On the plus side, a more ergonomic gear lever and 360° cameras. But I wouldn’t swap...

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Rafał
6 Feb 2026, 00:23:47

Beautiful, modern design, very good-quality materials, mega acceleration and power. Very modern, loaded with electronics. This is my second Nissan X‑Trail.

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Shan Ak
24 Jan 2026, 14:20:58

I have 163 hp platinum premium pack . Car is going very smoothly and comfortable. Also powerful and useful details.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
37,300 - 51,200 £
Price
34,200 - 50,500 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.9 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
131 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,418 - 1,628 kg
Curb weight
1,668 - 1,961 kg
Trunk capacity
485 L
Trunk capacity
177 - 585 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,841 mm
Width
1,840 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
502 - 522 kg
Payload
432 - 574 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Power HP
163 - 213 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
300 - 525 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
120 - 157 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

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