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CUPRA Ateca vs VW Tiguan - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (300 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (37300 £ vs 33300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Ateca or VW Tiguan?

CUPRA Ateca

VW Tiguan

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

Ateca

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW Tiguan has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33300 £ , while the CUPRA Ateca costs 37300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3968 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tiguan manages with 1.40 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the CUPRA Ateca with 6.70 L. The difference is about 5.30 L per 100 km.

Tiguan

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 hardly perceptible edge – offering 300 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Ateca is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the VW Tiguan takes 5.90 s. That’s about 1 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Tiguan performs slightly better – reaching 242 km/h, while the CUPRA Ateca tops out at 199 km/h. The difference is around 43 km/h.

Both models offer the same torque – 400 Nm.

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 1599 kg. The difference is around 181 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Tiguan offers distinct more room – 652 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 142 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Tiguan performs minimal better – up to 1650 L, which is about 46 L more than the CUPRA Ateca.

When it comes to payload, VW Tiguan hardly perceptible takes the win – 533 kg compared to 522 kg. That’s a difference of about 11 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tiguan is clearly superior overall 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
VW Tiguan

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Tiguan

VW Tiguan

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.4 - 8.4 L
  • Electric Range : 118 - 126 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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VW Tiguan

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The VW Tiguan blends sensible family practicality with a dash of German polish, delivering a calm, reassuring ride and a cabin that never feels like an afterthought. For buyers who want an SUV that’s easy to live with yet still nicely dressed, the Tiguan is the grown‑up choice that keeps a cheeky wink in reserve.

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CUPRA Ateca
VW Tiguan

Costs and Consumption

Price
37300 - 51200 £
Price
33300 - 51900 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 9.1 L
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
152 - 207 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 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
1599 - 1890 kg
Trunk capacity
485 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
4394 mm
Length
4539 mm
Width
1841 mm
Width
1842 - 1859 mm
Height
1601 mm
Height
1656 - 1658 mm
Max trunk capacity
1604 L
Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
Payload
502 - 522 kg
Payload
460 - 533 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
199 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 242 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, F, B
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
VW
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.