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Fiat Tipo Wagon vs SEAT Arona comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (21,000 £ vs 20,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Tipo Wagon or SEAT Arona?

Fiat Tipo Wagon vs SEAT Arona: Key differences

Fiat Tipo Wagon

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • somewhat more efficient
  • clearly more trunk space
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SEAT Arona

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably 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

Tipo Wagon

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 very slightly cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the Fiat Tipo Wagon costs 21,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 291 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Fiat Tipo Wagon uses 4.7 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the SEAT Arona with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.

Arona

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the SEAT Arona offers a bit more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SEAT Arona is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the Fiat Tipo Wagon takes 9.1 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Fiat Tipo Wagon delivers markedly more torque with 320 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm more.

Tipo Wagon

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, SEAT Arona is noticeably lighter – 1,188 kg compared to 1,455 kg. The difference is around 267 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Fiat Tipo Wagon offers clearly more boot space – 550 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 150 L.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Arona carries barely more – 522 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 47 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Arona has only a minor advantage 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 £20,700
Arona

SEAT Arona

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 95 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
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Fiat Tipo Wagon

The Fiat Tipo Estate is a no-nonsense family wagon that focuses on practicality and value, with surprisingly generous load space and comfortable seats for long trips. It won't win style awards, but its sensible kit, simple controls and low running costs make it a smart, unfussy choice for buyers who want function over flash.

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Reviews Fiat Tipo Wagon

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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G.Piero
8 Apr 2026, 21:55:08

Value for money is its strong point...
Avoid the 3-cylinder petrol and the 1.3 mjt 95 hp — far too little to move 1,500 kg, very sluggish in acceleration.
The only and excellent compromise is the 1.6 mjt2 131 hp; despite weighing 1,500 kg it moves it with plenty of ease and verve (9.5 sec 0–100 km/h), giving real satisfaction.

How do you mainly use this car? (optional): Commuter (short/medium distance)
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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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Reviews SEAT Arona

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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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
21,000 - 27,000 £
Price
20,700 - 30,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
122 - 125 g/km
co2
120 - 132 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,455 - 1,470 kg
Curb weight
1,188 - 1,268 kg
Trunk capacity
550 L
Trunk capacity
400 L
Length
4,571 mm
Length
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Width
1,792 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Height
1,514 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 kg
Payload
502 - 522 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.1 s
Max Speed
206 - 207 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
240 - 320 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,469 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Fiat
Brand
SEAT
What drivetrain options does the Fiat Tipo Wagon have?

The Fiat Tipo Wagon is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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