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CUPRA Ateca vs Volvo XC40 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (300 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (37300 £ vs 36800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Ateca or Volvo XC40?

CUPRA Ateca

4.3 (1 Reviews)
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Volvo XC40

5 (4 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Ateca

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.

Volvo XC40 has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £ , while the CUPRA Ateca costs 37300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 506 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo XC40 manages with 6.50 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the CUPRA Ateca with 6.70 L. The difference is about 0.20 L per 100 km.

XC40

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 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 300 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 103 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 Volvo XC40 takes 7.60 s. That’s about 2.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Ateca performs slight better – reaching 199 km/h, while the Volvo XC40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 19 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Ateca pulls noticeable stronger with 400 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm difference.

Ateca

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 slightly lighter – 1418 kg compared to 1688 kg. The difference is around 270 kg.

In terms of boot space, the CUPRA Ateca offers slightly more room – 510 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 58 L.

In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Ateca performs somewhat better – up to 1604 L, which is about 276 L more than the Volvo XC40.

When it comes to payload, Volvo XC40 hardly perceptible takes the win – 532 kg compared to 522 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Ateca sits well ahead of its rival 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.

CUPRA Ateca
Volvo XC40

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from about £37,300
Ateca

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

CUPRA Ateca

4.3 (1 Reviews)
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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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Volvo XC40

5 (4 Reviews)
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The Volvo XC40 wraps Scandinavian minimalism into a compact, city-ready SUV with a premium cabin that feels both practical and grown-up. It will suit buyers who prize safety, clever storage and a composed ride, proving that small dimensions don't mean small personality.

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CUPRA Ateca
Volvo XC40

Costs and Consumption

Price
37300 - 51200 £
Price
36800 - 47200 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 9.1 L
Consumption L/100km
6.50 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
152 - 207 g/km
co2
147 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 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
1688 kg
Trunk capacity
485 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
452 L
Length
4394 mm
Length
4425 mm
Width
1841 mm
Width
1863 mm
Height
1601 mm
Height
1652 mm
Max trunk capacity
1604 L
Max trunk capacity
1328 L
Payload
502 - 522 kg
Payload
532 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
199 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Volvo
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.