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BMW iX vs SEAT Arona comparison

Compare performance (659 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (71,600 £ vs 20,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX or SEAT Arona?

BMW iX vs SEAT Arona: Key differences

BMW iX

4.3 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space
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SEAT Arona

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably 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

iX

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 iX costs 71,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 50,871 £.

Arona

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW iX offers clearly more power – delivering 659 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 509 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW iX is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the SEAT Arona takes 8.3 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW iX delivers considerably more torque with 1,015 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 765 Nm more.

iX

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, SEAT Arona is considerably lighter – 1,188 kg compared to 2,525 kg. The difference is around 1,337 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW iX offers a bit more boot space – 500 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 100 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW iX carries only slightly more – 575 kg compared to 522 kg. That’s a difference of about 53 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW iX is far ahead 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 £71,600
iX

BMW iX

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 408 - 659 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.8 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 600 - 701 km
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BMW iX

The BMW iX arrives like a tech-rich luxury SUV that refuses to shout, offering a serene yet authoritative road presence that suits both city commutes and long-distance cruising. Inside, its minimalist cabin wraps high-quality materials and clever interfaces around a driver-focused layout, making it feel more like a forward-thinking lounge than just another electric appliance — and yes, it still delivers the dynamic driving character you'd expect from a BMW.

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Reviews BMW iX

4.3 (4 Reviews)
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Massimiliano La Vignma
5 Feb 2026, 13:42:39

Innovative, with generous interior space but at the expense of the boot. I have an M60 — strong acceleration and excellent self-charging, especially on the motorway.

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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

4.8 (6 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
71,600 - 108,400 £
Price
20,700 - 30,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
600 - 701 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
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,525 - 2,655 kg
Curb weight
1,188 - 1,268 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
400 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,970 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
505 - 575 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
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
408 - 659 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
700 - 1,015 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
300 - 485 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
BMW
Brand
SEAT
Is the BMW iX offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW iX is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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