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BMW i4 vs SEAT Arona comparison

Compare performance (601 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (49,900 £ vs 20,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i4 or SEAT Arona?

BMW i4 vs SEAT Arona: Key differences

BMW i4

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space
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SEAT Arona

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly 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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

SEAT Arona is clearly cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the BMW i4 costs 49,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29,185 £.

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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 BMW i4 offers considerably more power – delivering 601 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 451 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i4 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the SEAT Arona takes 8.3 s. That’s about 4.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i4 delivers considerably more torque with 795 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 545 Nm more.

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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 significantly lighter – 1,188 kg compared to 2,070 kg. The difference is around 882 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW i4 offers slightly more boot space – 470 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Arona carries very slightly more – 522 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 42 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i4 holds a decisive overall lead 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 £49,900
i4

BMW i4

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 286 - 601 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.7 - 16.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 514 - 613 km
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BMW i4

The BMW i4 arrives with the poise of a classic Gran Coupé, marrying BMW's playful handling with a sleek, modern interior that makes switching to electric feel like an upgrade rather than a compromise. For buyers who want a practical daily driver that still enjoys a spirited back-road run, the i4 quietly delivers smiles and a surprising dose of driver engagement.

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Reviews BMW i4

5 (3 Reviews)
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Marco
23 Apr 2026, 14:56:19

Amazing car with enormous torque, equipment and driving experience, at an acceptable fuel consumption.

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SEAT Arona

The SEAT Arona is a compact crossover that blends practical, city-friendly packaging with a sporty, youthful design. It delivers a comfortable ride, an intuitive cabin and economical running costs, making it a sensible pick for daily drives and weekend getaways.

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Reviews SEAT Arona

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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Jorge Soares
29 May 2026, 20:19:35

É um excelente crossover...
Tem uma imagem desportiva e está bem equipado a nível de segurança e de tecnologia...
Tem uma óptima posição de condução...
É muito divertido de conduzir...
Só tenho pena de não trazer de fábrica o pneu sobresselente...

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Jorge Soares
26 Mar 2026, 01:31:22

Comprei há 2 meses o Seat Arona novo DE 95 cv... ´Trata-se da versão base...
Estou muito contente com o mesmo...
Tem um ótima posição elevada da condução, é económico, tem uma bagageira com uma boa capacidade de arrumação...
Considero que este B Suv tem uma aparência bem desportiva e atraente...
Só tenho pena deste carro não ter instalados de fábrica os faróis dianteiros de nevoeiro, nem a câmara de ré acho que isto faz muita falta a nível da segurança da condução... Só a versão superior do carro é que traz instalada isto tudo...

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SEAT Arona

Costs and Consumption
Price
49,900 - 63,200 £
Price
20,700 - 30,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 16.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
514 - 613 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
120 - 132 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,070 - 2,285 kg
Curb weight
1,188 - 1,268 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
400 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
445 - 480 kg
Payload
502 - 522 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 601 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
400 - 795 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
210 - 442 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
BMW
Brand
SEAT
Is the BMW i4 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW i4 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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