8.2
2023 Cupra Ateca VZx review
The Cupra Ateca is the oft-forgotten relative to the Volkswagen Tiguan R, but it's a capable performance SUV that deserves more attention.
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James Wong
2023 Cupra Ateca vs 2024 Chery Tiggo 7 Pro Comparison
Cupra Ateca
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2023 Cupra
Ateca
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2024 Chery
Tiggo 7 Pro
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CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv medium category, between scores of 7.2 and 8.8.
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Based on the Cupra Ateca VZx
Based on the Chery Tiggo 7 Pro ELITE 2WD
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
FunFuel Efficiency
55L
429 km
51L - 57L
357 to 445 km
Warranty
5 year
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7 year
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MSRP
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$34,856 - $42,854
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CarExpert's Take
James Wong
Marketplace Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Baby Tiguan R vibes for $13,000 less
- Bigger back seat and boot than Formentor
- Unique Akrapovic exhaust option
Misses
- Very easy to add $10,000 in options...
- Basic cabin compared to platform mates
- No more 3-year free servicing deal
William Stopford
News Editor
William Stopford drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Responsive powertrain
- Cabin has plenty of showroom appeal
- Long feature list for the price
Misses
- Some annoying quirks
- Not a dynamic drive
- Thirstier than claimed, needs premium
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Brembo Brake Package (+$4,050)
- Metallic Paint Premium (+$475)
- Performance Exhaust System (+$5,950)
- Panoramic Sunroof - Glass (+$1,800)
- Premium Paint (+$600)
Colours Available
The only interior colourway on offer is Petrol Blue, with copper stitching found throughout the cabin.
The Ateca will be available in the following finishes:
- Nevada White
- Graphite Grey
- Magic Black
All finishes are a no-cost option, with one premium paint finish – Dark Camouflage – costing $475.
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1984 | 1598 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.0L | 1.6L | |
| Induction | ||
| TURBO 4 | TURBO 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 221kW | 137kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 5300 | 5500 | |
| Torque | ||
| 400Nm | 275Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 2000 | 2000 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 9.3 | 9.9 | |
