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SEAT Ateca vs Skoda Kodiaq – Which model is better for everyday use?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Ateca or Skoda Kodiaq?

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

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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 Skoda Kodiaq costs 36800 £. That’s a price difference of around 11743 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Kodiaq manages with 0.40 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the SEAT Ateca with 4.90 L. The difference is about 4.50 L per 100 km.

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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 Skoda Kodiaq has a clearly edge – offering 265 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 115 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Kodiaq is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.30 s, while the SEAT Ateca takes 9 s. That’s about 2.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Kodiaq performs a bit better – reaching 231 km/h, while the SEAT Ateca tops out at 202 km/h. The difference is around 29 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Kodiaq pulls slight stronger with 400 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm difference.

Ateca @ SEAT S.A. / SEAT Media Center

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 curb weight, SEAT Ateca is evident lighter – 1345 kg compared to 1684 kg. The difference is around 339 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers significantly more room – 910 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 400 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Kodiaq performs evident better – up to 2105 L, which is about 501 L more than the SEAT Ateca.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Kodiaq minimal takes the win – 563 kg compared to 525 kg. That’s a difference of about 38 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Skoda Kodiaq proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Skoda Kodiaq is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £36,800
Kodiaq @ Škoda Auto a.s. / Škoda Storyboard

Skoda Kodiaq

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.4 - 8.2 L
  • Electric Range : 113 - 123 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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Skoda Kodiaq

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The Skoda Kodiaq blends sensible practicality with surprising style, so families and weekend adventurers get roomy comfort without looking like a moving van. It feels calm and composed on the road, packs clever storage and user-friendly tech, and manages to deliver a near-premium vibe without the pretension.

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SEAT Ateca
Skoda Kodiaq
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Kodiaq @ Škoda Auto a.s. / Škoda Storyboard

Costs and Consumption

Price
25100 - 36900 £
Price
36800 - 49600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 6.4 L
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 8.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
113 - 123 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
129 - 144 g/km
co2
9 - 186 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 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
1684 - 1970 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
Length
4381 mm
Length
4758 - 4761 mm
Width
1841 mm
Width
1864 mm
Height
1601 mm
Height
1663 - 1683 mm
Max trunk capacity
1604 L
Max trunk capacity
1945 - 2105 L
Payload
516 - 525 kg
Payload
460 - 563 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 150 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 11 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
183 - 202 km/h
Max Speed
205 - 231 km/h
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1968 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, F, G, E
Brand
SEAT
Brand
Skoda
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.