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SEAT Ateca vs VW Arteon - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (150 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (25100 £ vs 43300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Ateca or VW Arteon?

SEAT Ateca

5 (1 Reviews)
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VW Arteon

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 often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

SEAT Ateca has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25100 £, while the VW Arteon costs 43300 £. That’s a price difference of around 18176 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: SEAT Ateca manages with 4.90 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the VW Arteon with 5.10 L. The difference is about 0.20 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 VW Arteon has a clearly edge – offering 320 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 170 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Arteon is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the SEAT Ateca takes 9 s. That’s about 4.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Arteon performs a bit better – reaching 250 km/h, while the SEAT Ateca tops out at 202 km/h. The difference is around 48 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Arteon pulls a bit stronger with 420 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

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In curb weight, SEAT Ateca is somewhat lighter – 1345 kg compared to 1607 kg. The difference is around 262 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Arteon offers a bit more room – 590 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Arteon performs minimal better – up to 1632 L, which is about 28 L more than the SEAT Ateca.

When it comes to payload, VW Arteon minimal takes the win – 569 kg compared to 525 kg. That’s a difference of about 44 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW Arteon proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Arteon is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £43,300
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VW Arteon

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.1 - 8.6 L
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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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VW Arteon

5 (1 Reviews)
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The VW Arteon cuts a fastback silhouette that manages to look more expensive than it is, with a cabin that feels calm, roomy and smartly finished. It blends relaxed long distance comfort with a touch of sporting poise, making it a clever choice for buyers who want grand touring polish without shouting for attention.

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Reviews SEAT Ateca

5 (1 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
25100 - 36900 £
Price
43300 - 60800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 6.4 L
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
129 - 144 g/km
co2
133 - 195 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1345 - 1514 kg
Curb weight
1607 - 1773 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
590 L
Length
4381 mm
Length
4866 mm
Width
1841 mm
Width
1871 mm
Height
1601 mm
Height
1434 - 1451 mm
Max trunk capacity
1604 L
Max trunk capacity
1632 L
Payload
516 - 525 kg
Payload
467 - 569 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 11 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
183 - 202 km/h
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Torque
320 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
110 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1968 cm3
Engine capacity
1968 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
Brand
SEAT
Brand
VW

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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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