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CUPRA Ateca vs Renault Captur - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (300 HP vs 143 HP), boot space and price (37300 £ vs 21100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Ateca or Renault Captur?

CUPRA Ateca

Renault Captur

5 (2 Reviews)
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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.

Renault Captur has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21100 £, while the CUPRA Ateca costs 37300 £. That’s a price difference of around 16140 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Captur manages with 4.50 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the CUPRA Ateca with 6.70 L. The difference is about 2.20 L per 100 km.

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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 has a clearly edge – offering 300 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 157 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Ateca is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Renault Captur takes 8.90 s. That’s about 4 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Ateca performs distinct better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Renault Captur tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Ateca pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 400 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 135 Nm difference.

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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.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Renault Captur is barely noticeable lighter – 1323 kg compared to 1418 kg. The difference is around 95 kg.

In terms of boot space, the CUPRA Ateca offers somewhat more room – 510 L compared to 422 L. That’s a difference of about 88 L.

In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Ateca performs a bit better – up to 1604 L, which is about 241 L more than the Renault Captur.

When it comes to payload, CUPRA Ateca slightly takes the win – 522 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 69 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the CUPRA Ateca shows itself to be wins the duel decisively 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 £37,300
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CUPRA Ateca

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 300 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.7 - 9.1 L
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CUPRA Ateca
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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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Renault Captur

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The Renault Captur is a cheeky little crossover that pairs city-friendly agility with a roomy, well-thought-out cabin and enough style to turn heads at the lights. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want practical versatility and a dash of personality on their daily drives, without taking itself too seriously.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
37300 - 48600 £
Price
21100 - 28300 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 9.1 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
152 - 207 g/km
co2
102 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 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
1323 - 1514 kg
Trunk capacity
485 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
326 - 422 L
Length
4394 mm
Length
4239 mm
Width
1841 mm
Width
1797 mm
Height
1601 mm
Height
1575 mm
Max trunk capacity
1579 - 1604 L
Max trunk capacity
1276 - 1363 L
Payload
502 - 522 kg
Payload
376 - 453 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Power HP
115 - 143 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
199 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
160 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1789 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Renault

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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.

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