Comparison - Honda HR-V LX 2019 - vs - SEAT Cupra Ateca 2019
General
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Visually, the 2019 Honda HR-V is refreshed with revised bumpers, headlights including LED daytime running lights, grille, and taillights.The HR-V’s base trim includes a multi-angle rearview camera, halogen projector headlights, Bluetooth streaming audio, 17-inch aluminum wheels, and a 5.0-inch infotainment screen.
Pros
Voluminous, configurable interior
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard on most trims
Impressive handling
Cons
No more manual transmission
Powertrain combo is weak and noisy
Integrated navigation is only available on top-line Touring trim
Refreshed front and rear styling
New Sport and Touring trim levels
New center screen system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Honda Sensing suite adds multiple available safety features
Pros
Average-size adults fit comfortably in the front and back
Clever cargo solutions make it more versatile than rivals
Better than most competitors on fuel economy
Excellent outward visibility
Cons
Climate control interface isn't as good as in other Honda vehicles
Front seats are narrow and uncomfortable
Engine noise and vibration are palpable
Unimpressive power output results in lackluster acceleration
At first that may seem faintly ridiculous, but when you look at the Venn diagram of price, proportions and performance, the Ateca lives in a little world of its own. To get vaguely comparable speed and power from any other medium-sized SUV, you’re looking at spending around £50k+ on a Porsche Macan S or an Audi SQ5.
But although it may be marooned in its own micro-sector, that doesn’t mean it has a free pass. A £40,000-ish Seat – sorry, Cupra – has a lot to prove, starting with how it drives
Pros
Hot hatch performance with SUV styling and practicality
Cons
£40k for a Seat with somewhat unconvincing branding
