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CUPRA Ateca vs Volvo XC60 – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Ateca or Volvo XC60?

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

Ateca @ CUPRA / SEAT S.A.

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.

CUPRA Ateca has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37300 £, while the Volvo XC60 costs 49200 £. That’s a price difference of around 11923 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo XC60 manages with 2.80 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the CUPRA Ateca with 6.70 L. The difference is about 3.90 L per 100 km.

XC60 @ Volvo Cars

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 Volvo XC60 has a evident edge – offering 455 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 155 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 4.90 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Ateca performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo XC60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo XC60 pulls clearly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 309 Nm difference.

Ateca @ CUPRA / SEAT S.A.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, CUPRA Ateca is clearly perceptible lighter – 1418 kg compared to 1900 kg. The difference is around 482 kg.

In terms of boot space, the CUPRA Ateca offers barely noticeable more room – 510 L compared to 483 L. That’s a difference of about 27 L.

In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Ateca performs minimal better – up to 1604 L, which is about 61 L more than the Volvo XC60.

When it comes to payload, Volvo XC60 barely noticeable takes the win – 550 kg compared to 522 kg. That’s a difference of about 28 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Volvo XC60 shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects 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 £49,200
XC60 @ Volvo Cars

Volvo XC60

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 250 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.8 - 7.5 L
  • Electric Range : 74 - 82 km

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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Volvo XC60

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The Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian calm with confident presence, offering a cabin that feels plush without shouting for attention. It’s a smart pick for buyers after a composed ride, clever practicality and thoughtful safety touches — it even makes running the family shuttle feel almost serene, which is a small miracle.

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CUPRA Ateca
Volvo XC60
Ateca @ CUPRA / SEAT S.A.
XC60 @ Volvo Cars

Costs and Consumption

Price
37300 - 48600 £
Price
49200 - 75100 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 9.1 L
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
74 - 82 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
152 - 207 g/km
co2
64 - 169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
71 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
1900 - 2150 kg
Trunk capacity
485 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
Length
4394 mm
Length
4708 mm
Width
1841 mm
Width
1902 mm
Height
1601 mm
Height
1651 - 1655 mm
Max trunk capacity
1579 - 1604 L
Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1543 L
Payload
502 - 522 kg
Payload
510 - 550 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
199 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
350 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
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 and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.