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Cupra Ateca facelift 2020 2.0 TSI (300 Hp) 4Drive DSG
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Cupra Ateca:
The SEAT Ateca is a compact crossover SUV manufactured by Spanish automaker SEAT. The brand's first SUV offering, the Ateca is built on the Volkswagen Group MQB A1 platform and sits in the C-SUV segment, between the Arona and Tarraco within SEAT's crossover SUV lineup. It was unveiled as a production vehicle on 1 March 2016 in Barcelona.
The Ateca was previewed as a concept vehicle, the SEAT IBX which was showcased at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show, followed by the SEAT 20V20 Concept at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show. The production version was released in March 2016 and it went on sale from September 2016. In keeping with SEAT's tradition of naming its cars after Spanish places, The Ateca is named after Ateca village to the west of Zaragoza, near SEAT headquarters in Barcelona....(Read more on Wikipedia)
facelift 2020 Overview:
Cupra Ateca (facelift 2020). With 400 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.75 l/100km). With a weight of 1551 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 4.9 s). The top speed reaches 247 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.0 TSI (300 Hp) 4Drive DSG Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Exceptional performance with rapid acceleration (4.9s 0-100km/h) and strong power delivery across the rev range, making it a true performance SUV.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is expectedly high for a performance engine (7.7-7.8 l/100 km combined), but acceptable given the power output, especially on extra-urban cycles.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Thrilling performance from the 300hp engine
- • Sharp handling and engaging driving dynamics
- • Practical SUV body style with ample space
- • Distinctive and sporty exterior design
- • High level of standard equipment
Cons:
- • Firm ride quality, especially on larger wheels
- • Fuel economy can be high for the top engine
- • Interior design, while functional, lacks some premium feel compared to rivals
- • Limited engine choices compared to some competitors
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Ateca: 2018 - 2020).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Cupra |
| Model: | Ateca |
| Generation: | facelift 2020 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 TSI (300 Hp) 4Drive DSG |
| Start of production: | June, 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 300 Hp @ 5300-6500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 151.2 Hp/l [10mm more] |
| Torque: | 400 Nm @ 2000-5200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | DNFC More details about the engine DNFC |
| Engine displacement: | 1984 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.6 l |
| Coolant: | 10 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92.8 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.3:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.6-9.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.6 l/100 km |
| Combined fuel consumption (WLTP): | 8.9-9.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC): | 7.7-7.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC): | 9.6-9.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC): | 6.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.7-7.8 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6d-TEMP-EVAP-ISC |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 4.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 4.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 247 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.2 kg/Hp, 193.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.9 kg/Nm, 257.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 4.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1551 |
| Max. weight: | 2170 |
| Max. roof load: | 75 kg |
| Max load: | 619 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 485 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Permitted towbar download: | 88 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4386 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Width: | 1841 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1613 mm mm [2mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2630 mm mm [1mm less] |
| Front track: | 1575 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1549 mm |
| Front overhang: | 877 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 879 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 160 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.8 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 19.3° |
| Departure angle: | 23.5° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels permanently, and the rear wheels are driven through an electrically or mechanically operated clutch if necessary. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 7 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | DSG |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 340-370x30-32 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 310x22 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 245/40 R19 94W |
| Wheel rims size | 8J x 19 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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