Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Mercedes EQA or SEAT Ateca fits your lifestyle better.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
SEAT Ateca has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25100 £, while the Mercedes EQA costs 44200 £. That’s a price difference of around 19132 £.
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 Mercedes EQA has a clearly edge – offering 292 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 142 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQA is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6 s, while the SEAT Ateca takes 9 s. That’s about 3 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the SEAT Ateca performs noticeable better – reaching 202 km/h, while the Mercedes EQA tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 42 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes EQA pulls distinct stronger with 520 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, SEAT Ateca is convincingly lighter – 1345 kg compared to 2045 kg. The difference is around 700 kg.
In terms of boot space, the SEAT Ateca offers distinct more room – 510 L compared to 340 L. That’s a difference of about 170 L.
In maximum load capacity, the SEAT Ateca performs slightly better – up to 1604 L, which is about 284 L more than the Mercedes EQA.
When it comes to payload, SEAT Ateca to a small extent takes the win – 525 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 kg.
The SEAT Ateca proves to be wins solidly and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
SEAT Ateca is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The Mercedes EQA slips into the electric crossover ranks with the brand’s familiar luxury polish, offering a quiet, fuss-free drive that feels perfectly at home in the city or on a country escape. Inside it’s neatly finished and tech-forward, projecting grown-up refinement even if it plays things a bit safe for anyone chasing outright excitement.
detailsThe 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 |
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Price
44200 - 57400 £
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Price
25100 - 36900 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 6.4 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 16.9 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
476 - 561 km
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
70.50 kWh
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
129 - 144 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2045 - 2115 kg
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Curb weight
1345 - 1514 kg
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Trunk capacity
340 L
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Trunk capacity
510 L
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Length
4463 mm
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Length
4381 mm
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Width
1834 mm
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Width
1841 mm
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Height
1608 - 1613 mm
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Height
1601 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1320 L
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Max trunk capacity
1604 L
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Payload
425 kg
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Payload
516 - 525 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
190 - 292 HP
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Power HP
116 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 11 s
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Max Speed
160 km/h
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Max Speed
183 - 202 km/h
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Torque
385 - 520 Nm
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Torque
200 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
140 - 215 kW
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Power kW
85 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
999 - 1968 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
SEAT
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Available configurations include 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.