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Hyundai Bayon vs SEAT Arona – Which car suits you better?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Hyundai Bayon 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 slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 19300 £, while the Hyundai Bayon costs 20100 £. That’s a price difference of around 755 £.

Both cars consume an average of 5.40 L per 100 km – no difference here.

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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 SEAT Arona has a evident edge – offering 150 HP compared to 100 HP. That’s roughly 50 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the SEAT Arona is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 8.40 s, while the Hyundai Bayon takes 11.30 s. That’s about 2.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the SEAT Arona performs a bit better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Hyundai Bayon tops out at 179 km/h. The difference is around 31 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: SEAT Arona pulls to a small extent stronger with 250 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 50 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, Hyundai Bayon is slight lighter – 1170 kg compared to 1188 kg. The difference is around 18 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Bayon offers hardly perceptible more room – 411 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 11 L.

In maximum load capacity, the SEAT Arona performs minimal better – up to 1280 L, which is about 75 L more than the Hyundai Bayon.

When it comes to payload, SEAT Arona a bit takes the win – 522 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 57 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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Hyundai Bayon

The Hyundai Bayon slips neatly between city runabout and small SUV, offering surprising practicality and a fresh, confident design that stands out in urban traffic. It's an easy buy for shoppers who want smart packaging, tidy handling and a dash of personality without fuss — a sensible little crossover that makes everyday driving a bit more enjoyable.

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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
20100 - 25800 £
Price
19300 - 29300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.5 L
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
124 g/km
co2
122 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1170 - 1195 kg
Curb weight
1188 - 1268 kg
Trunk capacity
411 L
Trunk capacity
400 L
Length
4180 mm
Length
4153 mm
Width
1775 mm
Width
1780 mm
Height
1500 mm
Height
1537 mm
Max trunk capacity
1205 L
Max trunk capacity
1280 L
Payload
460 - 465 kg
Payload
502 - 522 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
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
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.3 - 12.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 11.3 s
Max Speed
176 - 179 km/h
Max Speed
182 - 210 km/h
Torque
172 - 200 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
74 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
SEAT

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What drivetrain options does the Hyundai Bayon have?

The Hyundai Bayon is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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