Even though SEAT had started designing its first SUV five years earlier, the Ateca didn't arrive until 2016. As a replacement for the Altea MPV, SEAT attempted to change with the times. Sharing a platform with the Volkswagen Tiguan and using much of the same technology, the Ateca instantly earned positive reviews from drivers. Even though it's still in the first generation, there was an update in 2020 offering a fresh and new look.
916 Used SEAT Ateca cars for sale
SEAT Ateca2017 (17) - 1.0 TSI Ecomotive S 5dr
27Low Mileage
£8,195
- 1L
- Miles
55.1K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Estate
V12 Sports and Classics Stoke
SEAT AtecaXPERIENCE 1.5 EcoTSI Petrol 150 7-speed DSG-auto
£34,430
Finance available £687 pm
- 1.4L
- Miles
0.0
- Petrol
- Semi Auto
- SUV
SEAT Ateca2021 (71) - 2.0 TDI SE Technology SUV 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)
28Reduced
£18,250
- 2L
- Miles
20.6K
- Diesel
- Manual
- Estate
Stoneacre Lincoln Kia
SEAT Ateca2024 - 1.5 TSI EVO Xperience Lux 5dr DSG Auto
33£25,490
Finance available £547 pm
- 1.5L
- Miles
14.1K
- Petrol
- Semi Auto
- Estate
Motorvogue SEAT Bedford
SEAT Ateca2023 - 1.5 Tsi Evo Fr Sport Suv 5dr Petrol Dsg Euro 6 s/s 150 Ps
29£21,995
- 1.5L
- Miles
19.8K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Estate
SEAT Ateca2021 - 2.0 TDI 150 FR 5dr DSG Auto with 1 Owner Apple Ca
25Reduced
£18,999
- 2L
- Miles
25.0K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Estate
Invicta Subaru Crawley
SEAT Ateca2025 - Seat Estate 1.5 TSI EVO Xperience 5dr DSG Auto
46£25,390
- 1.5L
- Miles
10.0
- Petrol
- Semi Auto
- Estate
Marshall SEAT Braintree
SEAT Ateca2024 - 1.5 TSI EVO FR Sport 5dr DSG Auto
34Low Mileage
£24,930
- 1.5L
- Miles
4.5K
- Petrol
- Semi Auto
- Estate
Marshall SKODA Croydon
SEAT Ateca2023 - SUV 1.5 EcoTSI (150ps) FR DSG Automatic 5-Door
41Reduced
£19,143
- 1.5L
- Miles
29.6K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Estate
Mon Motors SEAT & CUPRA Bristol
SEAT Ateca2025 - 1.5 TSI EVO Xperience 5dr DSG Auto
56£25,290
- 1.5L
- Miles
16.0
- Petrol
- Semi Auto
- Estate
Marshall SEAT Braintree
SEAT Ateca2021 - 2.0 TDI 150 SE 5dr DSG
10Reduced
£15,950
Finance available £334 pm
- 2L
- Miles
58.7K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Estate
McGrath Motors
SEAT Ateca2021 - 2.0 TDI 150 FR 5dr
54Low Mileage
£19,940
- 2L
- Miles
20.3K
- Diesel
- Manual
- Estate
Marshall SEAT Oxford
SEAT Ateca2021 - TSI EVO SE TECHNOLOGY DSG Semi Auto 5-Door
10Low Mileage
£17,900
Finance available £347 pm
- 1.5L
- Miles
17.1K
- Petrol
- Semi Auto
- Estate
SEAT Ateca2024 - SUV 1.5 EcoTSI (150ps) FR DSG Automatic 5-Door
41Reduced
£22,121
- 1.5L
- Miles
15.0K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Estate
Mon Motors SEAT & CUPRA Bristol
Find a specific SEAT Ateca
Trim
SEAT Ateca Black EditionSEAT Ateca FRSEAT Ateca FR Black EditionSEAT Ateca FR SportSEAT Ateca SSEAT Ateca SESEAT Ateca SE LSEAT Ateca SE TechnologySEAT Ateca XcellenceSEAT Ateca Xcellence LuxSEAT Ateca XperienceSEAT Ateca Xperience Edition
Body Style
Engine Size
Fuel Type
Transmission
Colour
SEAT Ateca BlackSEAT Ateca BlueSEAT Ateca GreenSEAT Ateca GreySEAT Ateca OrangeSEAT Ateca RedSEAT Ateca SilverSEAT Ateca White
Registration Year
SEAT Ateca 2016SEAT Ateca 2017SEAT Ateca 2018SEAT Ateca 2019SEAT Ateca 2020SEAT Ateca 2021SEAT Ateca 2022SEAT Ateca 2023SEAT Ateca 2024SEAT Ateca 2025
Drivetrain
Why buy a used SEAT Ateca?
If you’re in the market for a car that’s practical, fun and well-equipped, then a used SEAT Ateca is a great choice. Ateca models have a spacious cabin filled with modern equipment and a reasonable amount of boot space. With the various engine options, the Ateca SUV is enjoyable to drive in the city and on the motorway.
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Pros
- A very good drive among those in the segment
- Good boot size
- Seats five adults with ease
Cons
- Interior stowage is slightly lacking
- Large boot lip makes loading a hassle
- Some question marks over reliability
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Used SEAT Ateca buying guide
Engines and transmissions
The Ateca comes with a lot of different engine options, including petrol and diesel engines, a manual or an automatic transmission, and front- or four-wheel drive.
Petrol- 1.0 TSI produces 113bhp, returning a rating of 47.0mpg with 137g/km of CO2 emissions.
- 1.5 TSI creates 147bhp with a combined consumption of up to 45.6mpg and CO2 emissions of 142g/km.
- 2.0 TSI has the lowest rating of 33.6mpg, but has 187bhp and is by far the quickest version of the Ateca.
- 1.6-litre TDI delivers 113bhp with an efficiency rating of up to 62mpg, depending on the configuration.
- 2.0-litre offers either 147bhp or 197bhp, with an efficiency rating of up to 55mpg, depending on the variant.
Practicality
The Ateca is a comfortable and spacious SUV, with room to hold a family and their luggage or groceries.
Interior space- Height-adjustable front seats with lumbar support and movable steering wheel.
- Three adults fit comfortably in the back seat with ample knee and headroom.
- Centre backrest folds down into an armrest with a drink holder.
- 510-litre boot is more than the Nissan Qashqai (485 litres with four-wheel drive).
- Folding down the rear seats allows for 1,604 litres of space.
Safety
- 2016 Euro NCAP testing gave the Ateca a perfect five-star rating.
- 93% rating for adult occupant, with 84% for child occupant.
- Standard safety kit includes a large selection of airbags, automatic emergency braking, driver drowsiness recognition and stability control.
Technology
- 8.25-inch infotainment system and available 9.2-inch unit work with DAB radio and Bluetooth.
- Android Auto and Apple CarPlay offer more connectivity.
- Available digital driver display gives the cabin a high-tech appearance.
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Different generations of used SEAT Ateca
Second Generation (2020 to Present)
- Fuel type:
- Diesel / Petrol
- Engine Size:
- 1 - 2
- MPG:
- 34 - 58
- Acceleration:
- 7 - 11.4 seconds
- Boot space:
- 485 - 510 L capacity
- NCAP Safety rating:
- stars
Greenest
1.0 TSI 115 SE 5dr
Cheapest
1.0 TSI SE 5dr
Fastest
2.0 TSI FR 5dr DSG 4Drive
First Generation (2016 to 2020)
- Fuel type:
- Diesel / Petrol
- Engine Size:
- 1 - 2
- MPG:
- 33 - 65
- Acceleration:
- 7.1 - 11.5 seconds
- Boot space:
- 485 - 510 L capacity
- NCAP Safety rating:
- 5 / 5 stars
Greenest
1.0 TSI Ecomotive S 5dr
Cheapest
1.0 TSI Ecomotive S 5dr
Fastest
2.0 TSI FR [EZ] 5dr DSG 4Drive
Used SEAT Ateca FAQ's
Which is the most popular engine in the SEAT Ateca?
Even though the diesel engines are more efficient, most people have purchased an Ateca with a petrol powertrain. The petrol-engined Atecas are cheaper to buy and more readily available on the used car market.
Which are the most popular model variants?
Currently, the Ateca is available in six models: SE, SE Technology, FR, FR Sport, XPERIENCE and XPERIENCE Lux. The SE Technology has proven to be the most popular among Ateca owners, with features such as the updated 9.2-inch infotainment system with built-in satnav, proximity sensor and voice control.
What optional extras should I look out for?
Customers should look out for heated front seats, and there's also an electrical tailgate that makes loading and unloading easier. Safety features such as a top view monitor and adaptive cruise control are also worth looking for.
Is the SEAT Ateca a good family car?
With enough space to hold three adults in the back seat, the Ateca is an excellent choice for busy families. The Ateca also has a large amount of boot space – more than the Nissan Qashqai – allowing families to pack their luggage for a weekend holiday.
Is there a hybrid version of the SEAT Ateca?
SEAT hasn't released a hybrid Ateca yet, though one could arrive in the future. For now, the most efficient powertrain is the 1.6-litre TDI diesel motor that delivers 113bhp with an efficiency rating of up to 62mpg.
Is the SEAT Ateca available as an automatic?
There have been DSG automatic and manual gearboxes available with Ateca models. Both are equally popular, so customers shouldn't have trouble finding either.
Is there a four-wheel drive version available?
Yes, there's a four-wheel drive configuration available with the Ateca models. This option is slightly less popular than the standard front-wheel drive setup, but it does add more traction on slippery surfaces.
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