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SEAT Ateca vs Toyota RAV4 – Which car suits you better?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether SEAT Ateca or Toyota RAV4 fits your lifestyle better.

SEAT Ateca

5 (1 Reviews)
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Toyota RAV4

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

SEAT Ateca has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25100 £, while the Toyota RAV4 costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 10029 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota RAV4 manages with 1 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the SEAT Ateca with 4.90 L. The difference is about 3.90 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

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 Toyota RAV4 has a significantly edge – offering 306 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 156 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota RAV4 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 to a small extent better – reaching 202 km/h, while the Toyota RAV4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 22 km/h.

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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 curb weight, SEAT Ateca is evident lighter – 1345 kg compared to 1745 kg. The difference is around 400 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Toyota RAV4 offers somewhat more room – 580 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Toyota RAV4 performs slight better – up to 1690 L, which is about 86 L more than the SEAT Ateca.

When it comes to payload, Toyota RAV4 slightly takes the win – 600 kg compared to 525 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Toyota RAV4 proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Toyota RAV4 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

SEAT Ateca
Toyota RAV4

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Toyota RAV4

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 218 - 306 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1 - 5.6 L
  • Electric Range : 75 km
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SEAT Ateca

5 (1 Reviews)
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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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Toyota RAV4

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The Toyota RAV4 feels like a sensible friend on the road, marrying dependable practicality with a dash of SUV personality that keeps daily driving from turning dull. Comfortable and easy to live with, it looks tough without shouting and quietly gets the job done — a sensible pick for buyers who want versatility without drama.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
25100 - 36900 £
Price
35100 - 55700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 6.4 L
Consumption L/100km
1 - 5.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
75 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
129 - 144 g/km
co2
22 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 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
1745 - 1910 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
520 - 580 L
Length
4381 mm
Length
4600 mm
Width
1841 mm
Width
1855 mm
Height
1601 mm
Height
1685 mm
Max trunk capacity
1604 L
Max trunk capacity
1604 - 1690 L
Payload
516 - 525 kg
Payload
390 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 150 HP
Power HP
218 - 306 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 11 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
183 - 202 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
160 - 225 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1968 cm3
Engine capacity
2487 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
SEAT
Brand
Toyota

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What drive types are available for the SEAT Ateca?

The SEAT Ateca is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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