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SEAT Ateca vs Kia Seltos comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (25,100 £ vs 29,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Ateca or Kia Seltos?

SEAT Ateca vs Kia Seltos: Key differences

SEAT Ateca

4.5 (7 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • moderately lighter
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Kia Seltos

  • moderately more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Ateca

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

SEAT Ateca is moderately cheaper – starting at 25,100 £ , while the Kia Seltos costs 29,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,200 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Ateca uses 4.9 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Kia Seltos with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2 L/100km.

Seltos

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 Kia Seltos offers moderately more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 30 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Seltos is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.8 s, while the SEAT Ateca takes 9 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SEAT Ateca delivers clearly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 95 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, SEAT Ateca is moderately lighter – 1,345 kg compared to 1,515 kg. The difference is around 170 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Seltos offers only slightly more boot space – 536 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 26 L.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Ateca carries barely more – 525 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 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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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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Reviews SEAT Ateca

4.5 (7 Reviews)
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1 Jul 2026, 17:23:30

Exactly the right size. Just still suitable for families. The touchscreen is nicely integrated, not just a tablet stuck on — it flows into a console with the Virtual Cockpit and still has real buttons for the most important everyday functions. Perfect mix. My comparisons were the new 2er Active Tourer, the B‑Class and the Kia Sportage. The Ateca won for me overall by a clear margin, but it was a bit overpriced in comparison. And it wasn't my dream car. More a "practical car." Cheap is a thing of the past.

The speedo shows up to 218 km/h, but it really struggles to get beyond about 180. Above 150 km/h it also gets noticeably louder, but still acceptable. For people who like to glide along comfortably it's a very good choice; for those who like to drive fast, rather not. It handles dirt tracks well thanks to its ground clearance, and it also takes corners very well. Already somewhat sporty, agile.

Folding tow hitch, partially autonomous driving, lots of useful driver aids, a good multimedia concept, etc., as well as the very good seating position and controls make it attractive.

My previous 2.0L diesel was noticeably better to drive at higher speeds. But yes, times have changed. Not everything is perfect, but overall it has earned its 5 stars when you factor in the price and compare what you get for your money. 1.5 TSI Xperience DSG +XL + ***

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Stefan
10 Jun 2026, 12:17:28

The Seat Ateca is a very affordable SUV with excellent handling and plenty of space for the whole family. A companion that can do it all and is equally suited to everyday use as to long trips fully loaded. A very good choice for the active family that needs a car that fits most needs.

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Nico
20 May 2026, 12:31:33

+ Great, firm seats, large boot for such a compact car, good fuel economy, lots of interior space, uncomplicated controls, very agile and safe handling, good build quality, very good steering, good braking performance, relatively small turning circle
- Very poor voice control and navigation, cockpit display too small with very small fonts and symbols, steering wheel too thin, seats too flat despite electric adjustment, poor engine soundproofing, tank far too small, complicated maintenance (oil change appalling), undersized rear brake, fuel filler on the wrong side, sound almost without bass (Beats)

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Kia Seltos

The Kia Seltos is a stylish and practical compact SUV that balances urban-friendly dimensions with a confident road presence. Inside it feels thoughtfully laid out with comfortable seating and a composed ride that suits daily driving and light adventure.

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Kia Seltos

Costs and Consumption
Price
25,100 - 36,900 £
Price
29,300 - 38,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
129 - 144 g/km
co2
156 - 169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,345 - 1,514 kg
Curb weight
1,515 - 1,620 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
536 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,841 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
516 - 525 kg
Payload
485 - 495 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 150 HP
Power HP
180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 11 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Torque
265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
132 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
SEAT
Brand
Kia
What drive types are available for the SEAT Ateca?

The SEAT Ateca is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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