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SEAT Ateca vs VW Passat - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (150 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (25100 £ vs 36500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Ateca or VW Passat?
Ateca
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 Passat costs 36500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11357 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Passat manages with 1.20 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the SEAT Ateca with 4.90 L. The difference is about 3.70 L per 100 km.
Passat
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 Passat has a clearly edge – offering 272 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Passat is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.80 s, while the SEAT Ateca takes 9 s. That’s about 3.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW Passat performs slightly 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 Passat pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 400 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm difference.
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Ateca
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 a bit lighter – 1345 kg compared to 1573 kg. The difference is around 228 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Passat offers distinct more room – 690 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 180 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW Passat performs slightly better – up to 1920 L, which is about 316 L more than the SEAT Ateca.
When it comes to payload, VW Passat slight takes the win – 577 kg compared to 525 kg. That’s a difference of about 52 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW Passat is clearly superior overall 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.
SEAT Ateca
VW Passat
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from about £36,500
VW Passat
SEAT Ateca
5 (1 Reviews)
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 Passat
5 (3 Reviews)
The VW Passat is the grown-up family car that gets the basics absolutely right — roomy, comfortable and built to handle weekday commutes and weekend getaways without fuss. It won't set your pulse racing, but its calm composure and sensible packaging make it boring in the best possible way: a dependable, no‑drama choice for buyers who value practicality over flash.
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SEAT Ateca
VW Passat
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
25100 - 36900 £
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Price
36500 - 58500 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 6.4 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 8 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
124 - 135 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
129 - 144 g/km
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co2
28 - 181 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1345 - 1514 kg
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Curb weight
1573 - 1858 kg
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Trunk capacity
510 L
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Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
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Length
4381 mm
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Length
4917 mm
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Width
1841 mm
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Width
1849 mm
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Height
1601 mm
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Height
1521 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1604 L
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Max trunk capacity
1770 - 1920 L
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Payload
516 - 525 kg
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Payload
501 - 577 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 150 HP
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Power HP
122 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 11 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 10.7 s
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Max Speed
183 - 202 km/h
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Max Speed
212 - 250 km/h
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Torque
200 - 360 Nm
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
85 - 110 kW
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Power kW
90 - 200 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 1968 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, B
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Brand
SEAT
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Brand
VW
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What drive types are available for the SEAT Ateca?
The SEAT Ateca is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.