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Audi Q2 vs SEAT Arona comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (24,900 £ vs 20,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q2 or SEAT Arona?

Audi Q2 vs SEAT Arona: Key differences

Audi Q2

4.7 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space
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SEAT Arona

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • somewhat lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Q2

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

SEAT Arona is visibly cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the Audi Q2 costs 24,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,157 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi Q2 uses 4.8 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the SEAT Arona with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

Arona

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi Q2 offers clearly more power – delivering 300 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 150 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q2 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the SEAT Arona takes 8.3 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q2 delivers visibly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

Q2

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, SEAT Arona is somewhat lighter – 1,188 kg compared to 1,330 kg. The difference is around 142 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q2 offers very slightly more boot space – 405 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Arona carries very slightly more – 522 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 12 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q2 is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £24,900
Q2

Audi Q2

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 300 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.8 - 8.1 L/100km
Audi Q2
SEAT Arona

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Audi Q2

The Audi Q2 packs Audi’s premium attitude into a compact, cheeky package that turns city streets into a runway for tasteful design and clever practicality. It’s an easy car to live with thanks to an upscale cabin, composed manners and sprightly handling, and while it won’t satisfy someone chasing sports-car thrills, it’s a smart, stylish pick for buyers who want substance with a wink.

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SEAT Arona

The SEAT Arona is a cheeky urban crossover that mixes sharp styling with sensible practicality, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want personality without fuss. It’s zippy in traffic, comfortable enough for daily driving, and brings enough character to make routine journeys feel a little more fun.

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Audi Q2
SEAT Arona

Costs and Consumption

Price
24,900 - 43,600 £
Price
20,700 - 30,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
127 - 183 g/km
co2
120 - 132 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,610 kg
Curb weight
1,188 - 1,268 kg
Trunk capacity
355 - 405 L
Trunk capacity
400 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,794 - 1,802 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
450 - 510 kg
Payload
502 - 522 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 300 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 400 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 221 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Audi
Brand
SEAT
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