Petrol engines (Seat Ateca) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Mazda CX-30) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences.
Performance
Power:
150 HP
116 HP
Torque:
250 NM
270 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
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12.6 seconds
Seat Ateca engine produces 34 HP more power than Mazda CX-30, but torque is 20 NM less than Mazda CX-30.
Seat Ateca is 1 cm shorter than the Mazda CX-30, 5 cm wider, while the height of Seat Ateca is 5 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
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430 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
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1406 litres
Turning diameter:
10.8 meters
11.4 meters
The turning circle of the Seat Ateca is 0.6 metres less than that of the Mazda CX-30, which means Seat Ateca can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.