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Jeep Compass vs SEAT Ateca comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 25,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jeep Compass or SEAT Ateca?

Jeep Compass vs SEAT Ateca: Key differences

Jeep Compass

2.4 (4 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space

SEAT Ateca

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • visibly lighter

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Compass

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.

SEAT Ateca is markedly cheaper – starting at 25,100 £ , while the Jeep Compass costs 34,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,095 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Jeep Compass uses 3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the SEAT Ateca with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.

Ateca

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 Jeep Compass offers noticeably more power – delivering 225 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 75 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jeep Compass is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the SEAT Ateca takes 9 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SEAT Ateca delivers marginally more torque with 360 Nm compared to 345 Nm. That’s about 15 Nm more.

Compass

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 terms of curb weight, SEAT Ateca is visibly lighter – 1,345 kg compared to 1,667 kg. The difference is around 322 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Jeep Compass offers marginally more boot space – 550 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 40 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Jeep Compass holds a decisive overall lead 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.

from £34,200
Compass

Jeep Compass

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 145 - 225 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3 - 5.8 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 95 - 500 km
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The Jeep Compass packs classic Jeep styling with a surprisingly composed demeanor, equally at home turning heads in the city or tackling a weekend dirt track. Inside it's a pragmatic, user-friendly compact SUV that prioritizes comfort and versatility — a smart pick if you want a dose of adventure without giving up everyday sense.

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SEAT Ateca

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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SEAT Ateca

Costs and Consumption
Price
34,200 - 43,200 £
Price
25,100 - 36,900 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
95 - 500 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
74 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 130 g/km
co2
129 - 144 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,667 - 2,198 kg
Curb weight
1,345 - 1,514 kg
Trunk capacity
550 L
Trunk capacity
510 L
Length
4,552 mm
Length
-
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,841 mm
Height
1,675 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,561 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
-
Payload
516 - 525 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
116 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 11 s
Max Speed
180 - 188 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,596 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D
Brand
Jeep
Brand
SEAT
Is the Jeep Compass offered with different drivetrains?

The Jeep Compass is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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