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SsangYong Korando vs CUPRA Ateca comparison

Compare performance (190 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (27,000 £ vs 37,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Korando or CUPRA Ateca?

SsangYong Korando vs CUPRA Ateca: Key differences

SsangYong Korando

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • slightly more trunk space
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CUPRA Ateca

4.1 (2 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Korando

Costs and Efficiency:

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

SsangYong Korando is visibly cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the CUPRA Ateca costs 37,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,277 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Ateca uses 6.7 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the SsangYong Korando with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

Ateca

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 CUPRA Ateca offers markedly more power – delivering 300 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 110 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Ateca is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the SsangYong Korando takes 8.4 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Ateca delivers very slightly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.

Korando

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 terms of curb weight, CUPRA Ateca is only slightly lighter – 1,418 kg compared to 1,517 kg. The difference is around 99 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Korando offers slightly more boot space – 551 L compared to 485 L. That’s a difference of about 66 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Ateca carries slightly more – 522 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 59 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Ateca comes out clearly ahead 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.

from £37,300
Ateca

CUPRA Ateca

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 300 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.7 - 9.1 L/100km
SsangYong Korando
CUPRA Ateca

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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SsangYong Korando

The SsangYong Korando pairs bold, modern styling with a surprisingly roomy and practical cabin, so it looks confident at the lights and handles the daily grind without fuss. It swaps flashy badges for honest value, offering a composed ride, useful equipment and wallet-friendly running that make it an appealing pick for buyers who'd rather spend on weekends than on extravagant finance packages.

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CUPRA Ateca

The CUPRA Ateca mixes SUV practicality with a seriously sporty attitude, wrapped in aggressive styling and a cockpit that looks like it belongs on a racetrack. It's the kind of car that handles daily life with composure while slipping a grin across your face every time you push it—perfect for drivers who want a practical companion that never apologizes for having fun.

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SsangYong Korando
CUPRA Ateca

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
Price
37,300 - 51,200 £
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
339 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 197 g/km
co2
153 - 207 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,840 kg
Curb weight
1,418 - 1,628 kg
Trunk capacity
551 L
Trunk capacity
485 L
Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
Length
-
Width
1,870 mm
Width
1,841 mm
Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 - 463 kg
Payload
502 - 522 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 190 HP
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.3 s
Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
260 - 360 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 - 140 kW
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E
Brand
SsangYong
Brand
CUPRA
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