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SEAT Ateca vs Land Rover Discovery Sport – Which model is better for everyday use?

Two cars, one duel: SEAT Ateca meets Land Rover Discovery Sport.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

Ateca @ SEAT S.A. / SEAT Media Center

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 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25100 £, while the Land Rover Discovery Sport costs 46500 £. That’s a price difference of around 21352 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Land Rover Discovery Sport manages with 4.20 L and is therefore to a small extent more efficient than the SEAT Ateca with 4.90 L. The difference is about 0.70 L per 100 km.

Discovery Sport @ Jaguar Land Rover Media

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 Land Rover Discovery Sport has a convincingly edge – offering 269 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 119 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Discovery Sport is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the SEAT Ateca takes 9 s. That’s about 1.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Land Rover Discovery Sport performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 209 km/h, while the SEAT Ateca tops out at 202 km/h. The difference is around 7 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Land Rover Discovery Sport pulls distinct stronger with 540 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm difference.

Ateca @ SEAT S.A. / SEAT Media Center

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, SEAT Ateca is decisively lighter – 1345 kg compared to 1949 kg. The difference is around 604 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers noticeable more room – 780 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 270 L.

In maximum load capacity, the SEAT Ateca performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1604 L, which is about 30 L more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.

When it comes to payload, Land Rover Discovery Sport slightly takes the win – 641 kg compared to 525 kg. That’s a difference of about 116 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Land Rover Discovery Sport shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £46,500
Discovery Sport @ Jaguar Land Rover Media

Land Rover Discovery Sport

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 163 - 269 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.2 - 7.1 L
  • Electric Range : 58 km

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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Land Rover Discovery Sport

The Land Rover Discovery Sport exudes a perfect blend of rugged capability and refined elegance, making it a standout in the SUV category. Its versatile interior adapts seamlessly to varying needs, while offering top-tier comfort for all passengers. Equipped with cutting-edge technology and a robust design, this vehicle is ideal for both urban adventures and off-road excursions.

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SEAT Ateca
Land Rover Discovery Sport
Ateca @ SEAT S.A. / SEAT Media Center
Discovery Sport @ Jaguar Land Rover Media

Costs and Consumption

Price
25100 - 36900 £
Price
46500 - 65700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 6.4 L
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
58 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
12 kWh
co2
129 - 144 g/km
co2
95 - 187 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
58 - 65 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1345 - 1514 kg
Curb weight
1949 - 2168 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
780 L
Length
4381 mm
Length
4597 mm
Width
1841 mm
Width
1894 mm
Height
1601 mm
Height
1727 mm
Max trunk capacity
1604 L
Max trunk capacity
1574 L
Payload
516 - 525 kg
Payload
582 - 641 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 150 HP
Power HP
163 - 269 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 11 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
183 - 202 km/h
Max Speed
190 - 209 km/h
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Torque
380 - 540 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
120 - 198 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1968 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1998 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
SEAT
Brand
Land Rover
What drive types are available for the SEAT Ateca?

The SEAT Ateca is offered with Front-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.