Comparison:SEAT Ateca 2020 (new) Vs. Ford Kuga 2024 (new)

Dimensions

The Ford Kuga is a larger vehicle in all dimensions when compared to Seat Ateca. It stands at 4614mm in length, 1883mm in width, and 1661mm in height. With a wheelbase of 2710mm and a width including mirrors of 2178mm, the Ford Kuga surely has an edge in terms of space. In comparison, the Seat Ateca measures 4381mm in length, 1841mm in width, 1601mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2638mm and a width including mirrors of 2078mm. However, the Ateca does have a lower turning circle of 10.90m, compared to 11.40 - 11.50 m for the Ford Kuga, making it easier to manoeuvre in tight spaces.

Boot/interior

When comparing their boot space and interiors, we will find that the Seat Ateca offers larger cargo capacity, with a minimum of 485L and a maximum of 510L. In contrast, Ford Kuga falls shorter, featuring a minimum of 405L and a maximum of 435L. However, considering the overall available space when rear seats are folded, Ford Kuga offers 1534L while Seat Ateca comes up with 1604L. Both vehicles provide seating for five passengers and possess 5 doors. They also come with standard ISOFIX attachments for child seats.

Engines/drivetrain

Both Ford Kuga and Seat Ateca are equipped with a variety of engine and transmission options. The Ford Kuga's engine range includes 3- to 4-cylinder versions, with power figures ranging between 88kW and 165kW (e.g., in 1.5 EcoBoost Trend and 2.5 PHEV ST-Line CVT). Similarly, the Seat Ateca offers engines with 3- to 4-cylinder options, with power figures ranging from 81kW to 140kW (e.g., in 1.0 TSI Reference and 2.0 TSI Xperience 4Drive DSG). Depending on the engine variation, Ford Kuga's acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h ranges between 8.7s and 12.0s, while the Seat Ateca accelerates between 7.0s and 11.4s. Overall, the power and performance figures display quite a competitive scenario between the two SUVs.

Consumption/ecology

Comparing the fuel consumption and emissions, Ford Kuga offers a larger tank size, ranging between 45 and 54 litres, while Seat Ateca has a tank capacity between 50 and 55 litres. On the aspect of CO2 emissions (measured by WLTP standard), the Ford Kuga shows figures between 22.0g/km and 159.0g/km, while the Seat Ateca releases between 126.0g/km and 186.0g/km. Both vehicles come with diverse noise levels, measuring between 65 and 70 dB. It's crucial to consider these factors while weighing the environmental impact and running costs of each vehicle.

Weight/towing

The Ford Kuga has an empty weight ranging between 1564kg and 1844kg, and a permissible total weight between 2075kg and 2320kg. On the other hand, the Seat Ateca's empty weight ranges from 1345kg to 1602kg, with a permissible total weight between 1880kg and 2130kg. As for towing capacity, both vehicles have their strengths: Ford Kuga boasts a braked trailer capacity between 1200kg and 2100kg and an unbraked trailer capacity of 750kg, while Seat Ateca falls behind with 1300kg to 2100kg of braked trailer capacity and 670kg to 750kg for unbraked trailers. Both vehicles have an equal maximum roof load capability of 75kg. The Ford Kuga delivers a more advantageous towbar load at 100kg compared to Seat Ateca's 50-88kg range.

Offroad

When it comes to off-roading capabilities, Ford Kuga has a departure angle ranging between 22.60° and 24.40°, while the approach angle stands between 18.00° and 19.30°. Unfortunately, there are no off-road parameters available for the Seat Ateca to establish a comparison with the Ford Kuga in this area.

EV

In terms of electric vehicle features, the Ford Kuga offers a WLTP-certified range between 56.0km and 65.0km for its plug-in hybrid versions (e.g., 2.5 PHEV ST-Line CVT and 2.5 Plugin-Hybrid Titanium CVT). The total available battery capacity for the Kuga ranges between 1.1kWh and 14.4kWh. No EV-related data has been provided for the Seat Ateca in this comparison.