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Fiat Panda vs SEAT Ateca – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Fiat Panda or SEAT Ateca 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.

Fiat Panda has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 14100 £, while the SEAT Ateca costs 25100 £. That’s a price difference of around 10971 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: SEAT Ateca manages with 4.90 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the Fiat Panda with 5 L. The difference is about 0.10 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 SEAT Ateca has a convincingly edge – offering 150 HP compared to 70 HP. That’s roughly 80 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the SEAT Ateca is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 9 s, while the Fiat Panda takes 13.90 s. That’s about 4.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the SEAT Ateca performs a bit better – reaching 202 km/h, while the Fiat Panda tops out at 164 km/h. The difference is around 38 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: SEAT Ateca pulls convincingly stronger with 360 Nm compared to 92 Nm. That’s about 268 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.

Seats: SEAT Ateca offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Fiat Panda is distinct lighter – 1055 kg compared to 1345 kg. The difference is around 290 kg.

In terms of boot space, the SEAT Ateca offers clearly more room – 510 L compared to 225 L. That’s a difference of about 285 L.

In maximum load capacity, the SEAT Ateca performs decisively better – up to 1604 L, which is about 734 L more than the Fiat Panda.

When it comes to payload, SEAT Ateca clearly perceptible takes the win – 525 kg compared to 365 kg. That’s a difference of about 160 kg.

Who wins the race?

The SEAT Ateca proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
SEAT Ateca is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £25,100
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SEAT Ateca

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 6.4 L
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The Fiat Panda is a compact city car that brilliantly combines practical design and efficient functionality. Its boxy shape provides ample interior space and visibility, making it a favourite among urban drivers. With its reputation for reliability and affordability, the Panda continues to be a top choice for those seeking a no-frills, dependable vehicle.

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SEAT Ateca

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The SEAT Ateca blends sharp, purposeful styling with practical space that turns everyday errands into something a bit more enjoyable. It’s poised and engaging to drive for its segment, offers solid value, and has just enough personality to make you smile on the school run.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
14100 £
Price
25100 - 36900 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 6.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
113 g/km
co2
129 - 144 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
38 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1055 kg
Curb weight
1345 - 1514 kg
Trunk capacity
225 L
Trunk capacity
510 L
Length
3635 mm
Length
4381 mm
Width
1643 mm
Width
1841 mm
Height
1551 mm
Height
1601 mm
Max trunk capacity
870 L
Max trunk capacity
1604 L
Payload
365 kg
Payload
516 - 525 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
70 HP
Power HP
116 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.90 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 11 s
Max Speed
164 km/h
Max Speed
183 - 202 km/h
Torque
92 Nm
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
51 kW
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1968 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D
Brand
Fiat
Brand
SEAT

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Is the Fiat Panda offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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