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
Cupra Ateca vs Lexus NX Comparison
Cupra Ateca
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Lexus NX
2024 Cupra
Ateca
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2024 Lexus
NX
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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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8.2
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Based on the Cupra Ateca VZx
Based on the Lexus NX 2WD + ENHANCEMENT PACK
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Fun
LuxuryFuel Efficiency
55L
391 km
55L
275 km
Warranty
5 year
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4 year
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MSRP
$51,990 - $63,490
$71,600 - $89,900
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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
Scott Collie
Contributor
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Solid build quality
- Comfortable ride
- Sharp starting price
Misses
- Lacking punch of turbo alternatives
- Missing features that should be standard
- Start/stop system not the smoothest
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
- Metallic Paint Premium (+$490)
- Powered Panoramic Sunroof - Glass (+$1,850)
- Panoramic Sunroof - Glass (+$1,850)
- Premium Paint (+$1,750)
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 | MULTI POINT F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1984 | 2487 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.0L | 2.5L | |
| Induction | ||
| TURBO 4 | INLINE 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 140kW - 221kW | 140kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 4200 - 5300 | 6000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 320Nm - 400Nm | 239Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1500 - 2000 | 4300 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 9.3 - 12.2 | 14 | |
