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Ford Tourneo Courier vs SEAT Arona – Which one offers the better deal?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Ford Tourneo Courier or SEAT Arona fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

SEAT Arona has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 19300 £, while the Ford Tourneo Courier costs 21800 £. That’s a price difference of around 2512 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: SEAT Arona manages with 5.40 L and is therefore evident more efficient than the Ford Tourneo Courier with 6.60 L. The difference is about 1.20 L per 100 km.

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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 has a minimal edge – offering 150 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the SEAT Arona performs somewhat better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Ford Tourneo Courier tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 35 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Tourneo Courier pulls to a small extent stronger with 290 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, SEAT Arona is distinct lighter – 1188 kg compared to 1517 kg. The difference is around 329 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Ford Tourneo Courier offers distinct more room – 570 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 170 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Ford Tourneo Courier performs significantly better – up to 2162 L, which is about 882 L more than the SEAT Arona.

When it comes to payload, SEAT Arona hardly perceptible takes the win – 522 kg compared to 483 kg. That’s a difference of about 39 kg.

Who wins the race?

The SEAT Arona proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
SEAT Arona is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £19,300
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SEAT Arona

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 95 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.4 - 5.6 L
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Ford Tourneo Courier

The Ford Tourneo Courier is a cheeky, compact people carrier that turns urban errands into a pleasure, thanks to a spacious, cleverly packaged cabin and genuinely practical storage everywhere you look. It drives with reassuringly car-like manners, so the ride is comfy for school runs and shopping trips, and sensible touches like fold-flat seats, a high driving position and plentiful cubbies make it a smart, fuss-free choice for small families and weekend haulers.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
21800 - 34300 £
Price
19300 - 29300 £
Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 6.7 L
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
17.30 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
288 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
43.50 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 151 g/km
co2
122 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1517 - 1545 kg
Curb weight
1188 - 1268 kg
Trunk capacity
570 L
Trunk capacity
400 L
Length
4337 mm
Length
4153 mm
Width
1800 - 1813 mm
Width
1780 mm
Height
1817 - 1836 mm
Height
1537 mm
Max trunk capacity
2162 L
Max trunk capacity
1280 L
Payload
480 - 483 kg
Payload
502 - 522 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
125 - 136 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 11.3 s
Max Speed
175 km/h
Max Speed
182 - 210 km/h
Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
92 - 100 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Ford
Brand
SEAT

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What drivetrain options does the Ford Tourneo Courier have?

The Ford Tourneo Courier is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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