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CUPRA Ateca vs Subaru Forester – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether CUPRA Ateca or Subaru Forester fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Subaru Forester has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34700 £, while the CUPRA Ateca costs 37300 £. That’s a price difference of around 2563 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Ateca manages with 6.70 L and is therefore distinct more efficient than the Subaru Forester with 8.10 L. The difference is about 1.40 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the CUPRA Ateca has a decisively edge – offering 300 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 164 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Ateca is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Subaru Forester takes 12.20 s. That’s about 7.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Ateca performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Subaru Forester tops out at 188 km/h. The difference is around 62 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Ateca pulls convincingly stronger with 400 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 218 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, CUPRA Ateca is to a small extent lighter – 1418 kg compared to 1693 kg. The difference is around 275 kg.

In terms of boot space, the CUPRA Ateca offers hardly perceptible more room – 510 L compared to 508 L. That’s a difference of about 2 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Subaru Forester performs slight better – up to 1731 L, which is about 127 L more than the CUPRA Ateca.

When it comes to payload, CUPRA Ateca hardly perceptible takes the win – 522 kg compared to 492 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the CUPRA Ateca shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance 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
Ateca @ CUPRA / SEAT S.A.

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

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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Subaru Forester

The Subaru Forester is a practical all-rounder that quietly does everything right, with roomy comfort, excellent visibility and a real fondness for weekend adventures off the beaten path. It won't set your pulse racing like a sports car, but for buyers who prize reliability, safety and sensible charm, it's a brilliantly steady companion with a cheeky streak.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
37300 - 48600 £
Price
34700 - 42200 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 9.1 L
Consumption L/100km
8.10 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
152 - 207 g/km
co2
183 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
1693 - 1739 kg
Trunk capacity
485 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
508 L
Length
4394 mm
Length
4670 mm
Width
1841 mm
Width
1830 mm
Height
1601 mm
Height
1730 mm
Max trunk capacity
1579 - 1604 L
Max trunk capacity
1679 - 1731 L
Payload
502 - 522 kg
Payload
446 - 492 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.20 s
Max Speed
199 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
188 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1995 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Subaru

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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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