Cupra Ateca
The performance SUV that launched a brand, now sharper and faster.
- Power
- 300 bhp
- Top speed
- 153 mph
About the Cupra Ateca
The 2021 Cupra Ateca represents the mid-cycle facelift of the first model launched under the standalone Cupra brand. While the 300 PS EA888 engine remains familiar, a recalibrated 4Drive all-wheel-drive system dropped the 0-100 km/h time to a brisk 4.9 seconds. The update introduced a more aggressive front fascia inspired by the Formentor and a significantly upgraded interior featuring a 9.2-inch infotainment system and a new steering wheel with integrated satellite buttons. It remains a benchmark for combining Volkswagen Group's MQB-platform practicality with genuine hot-hatch pace.
Cupra Ateca specs
The Cupra Ateca produces 300 bhp (224 kW) and 400 Nm (295 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 153 mph (247 km/h).
| Make | Cupra |
|---|---|
| Model | Ateca |
| Trim | 2.0 TSI 300 4Drive |
| Years | 2020–present |
| Type | Supercar |
| Body style | SUV |
| Country | Spain |
| Engine | 2.0-litre turbocharged inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,984 cc (2.0 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 300 bhp (224 kW) at 5,300 rpm |
| Torque | 400 Nm (295 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| Top speed | 153 mph (247 km/h) |
| Transmission | 7-speed dual-clutch |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,626 kg (3,585 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 185 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Cupra Ateca rarity in CarSpot
The Cupra Ateca is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 19 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Cupra Ateca fun facts
- The 2021 facelift improved the 0-100 km/h time by 0.3 seconds over the original 2018 model, despite having the same power output.
- It was the first vehicle to be sold under the standalone Cupra badge, rather than as a SEAT trim level.
- The '4Drive' system uses a fifth-generation Haldex clutch to distribute torque between the axles in milliseconds.