SEAT Ateca
The SEAT Ateca is a five-seat SUV powered by a 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine producing 110 kW, capable of a top speed of 197 km/h and emitting 160 g/km of CO₂. Measuring 4,453 mm in length with a kerb weight of 1,426 kg, it saw limited adoption in Norway with 110 total registrations between 2019 and 2020, peaking at 100 units in 2019 before dropping to just 10 in 2020. The model has been subject to five recalls registered in the EU Safety Gate database.
| Manufacturer | SEAT |
|---|---|
| Body type | SUV |
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Engine power | 106 kW (142 hp) |
| CO₂ (WLTP) | 146 g/km |
| Kerb weight | 1,421 kg |
| Displacement | 1,397 cc |
| Top speed | 197 km/h |
| Length | 4,364 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,604 mm |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 5 |
Engine power, CO₂ and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages across the 23 European countries that registered the SEAT Ateca in 2025 (23,846 cars). Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations in Norway
Number of SEAT Ateca registered for the first time in Norway per year.
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations by country (2025)
Number of SEAT Ateca cars registered for the first time across 23 European countries in 2025.
| Country | Registrations |
|---|---|
| Germany | 8,356 |
| Spain | 6,249 |
| United Kingdom | 2,927 |
| Austria | 1,899 |
| France | 1,150 |
| Poland | 859 |
| Ireland | 559 |
| Italy | 431 |
| Netherlands | 404 |
| Slovakia | 221 |
| Belgium | 139 |
| Hungary | 124 |
| Czechia | 111 |
| Romania | 94 |
| Slovenia | 83 |
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the SEAT Ateca (from registration data). 8 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 l · 3-cyl | – | – | 183 km/h | – | – |
| 1.0 l · 3-cyl | – | – | 180 km/h | – | – |
| 1.4 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 198 km/h | – | – |
| 1.5 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 201 km/h | – | – |
| 1.5 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 199 km/h | – | – |
| 1.6 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 184 km/h | – | – |
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 200 km/h | – | – |
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 209 km/h | – | – |
Source: RDW (NL). European engine variants.
Generations
Other SEAT models
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Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 91% of SEAT Atecas pass their MOT test first time, based on 37,090 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
5 recalls recorded in the EU Safety Gate (European market) for the SEAT Ateca. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2021-02-26
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
In case of an accident the support and protection provided might be limited increasing the risk of injuries.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2019-02-15
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
In the event of an accident, the central rear head restraint may consequently become detached from the guide rods and lose its supportive and protective effect.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2019-04-26
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
This may lead to a loss of driving stability, entailing an accident risk.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2018-02-02
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
This can reduce its protective function in case of an accident, increasing the risk of injury.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2019-09-27
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all SEAT recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the top speed of the SEAT Ateca?
- The SEAT Ateca has a rated top speed of 197 km/h.
- How much power does the SEAT Ateca have?
- The SEAT Ateca produces 106 kW (142 hp).
- What are the dimensions of the SEAT Ateca?
- The SEAT Ateca is 4,364 mm long, 1,840 mm wide and 1,604 mm tall.
- How much does the SEAT Ateca weigh?
- The SEAT Ateca has a kerb weight of about 1,421 kg.
- What are the CO2 emissions of the SEAT Ateca?
- The SEAT Ateca emits 146 g/km of CO2 (WLTP).
- How many seats does the SEAT Ateca have?
- The SEAT Ateca has 5 seats.