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Kia Stonic vs SEAT Ateca comparison

Compare performance (115 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (20,100 £ vs 25,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Stonic or SEAT Ateca?

Kia Stonic vs SEAT Ateca: Key differences

Kia Stonic

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • moderately lighter

SEAT Ateca

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Stonic

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia Stonic is visibly cheaper – starting at 20,100 £ , while the SEAT Ateca costs 25,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,971 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Ateca uses 4.9 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Kia Stonic with 5.6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.

Ateca

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 offers visibly more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 35 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SEAT Ateca is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 9 s, while the Kia Stonic takes 10.7 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SEAT Ateca delivers clearly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm more.

Stonic

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 terms of curb weight, Kia Stonic is moderately lighter – 1,205 kg compared to 1,345 kg. The difference is around 140 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SEAT Ateca offers visibly more boot space – 510 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 158 L.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Ateca carries a bit more – 525 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Ateca stands 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.

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Ateca

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/100km
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The Kia Stonic is a sprightly compact crossover that mixes city-friendly agility with a cheeky, modern design — perfect for buyers who want style without sacrificing sense. Inside it serves up clever practicality and a bright, well-equipped cabin, making everyday driving feel a bit more fun than it has any right to be.

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Reviews Kia Stonic

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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Jan
18 Mar 2026, 07:19:10

Very good car, uses little fuel, nothing's gone wrong in 4 years, no breakdowns.

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Ennio
4 Feb 2026, 13:19:36

I'm very satisfied — I have a Stonic Black Edition hybrid, and I haven't had any problems after two years.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
20,100 - 26,600 £
Price
25,100 - 36,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
127 - 133 g/km
co2
129 - 144 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,205 - 1,270 kg
Curb weight
1,345 - 1,514 kg
Trunk capacity
352 L
Trunk capacity
510 L
Length
4,165 mm
Length
-
Width
1,760 mm
Width
1,841 mm
Height
1,520 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,155 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
440 - 445 kg
Payload
516 - 525 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 115 HP
Power HP
116 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.7 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 11 s
Max Speed
179 - 182 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
172 - 200 Nm
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
74 - 85 kW
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D
Brand
Kia
Brand
SEAT
Is the Kia Stonic offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia Stonic is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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