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Hyundai Santa Fe vs SEAT Arona comparison
Compare performance (288 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (51,700 £ vs 20,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Santa Fe or SEAT Arona?
Hyundai Santa Fe vs SEAT Arona: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Santa Fe
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
SEAT Arona is considerably cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the Hyundai Santa Fe costs 51,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,028 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Santa Fe uses 3.8 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the SEAT Arona with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.
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 Hyundai Santa Fe offers substantially more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 138 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Santa Fe is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the SEAT Arona takes 8.3 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Santa Fe delivers noticeably more torque with 380 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm more.
Santa Fe
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Hyundai Santa Fe offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, SEAT Arona is substantially lighter – 1,188 kg compared to 1,920 kg. The difference is around 732 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers substantially more boot space – 704 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 304 L.
When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Santa Fe carries noticeably more – 665 kg compared to 522 kg. That’s a difference of about 143 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Hyundai Santa Fe stands well ahead of its rival 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 £51,700
Hyundai Santa Fe
Hyundai Santa Fe
SEAT Arona
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Hyundai Santa Fe
The Hyundai Santa Fe blends practical family friendliness with a hint of premium style, offering roomy, sensible packaging wrapped in modern, confident design. Inside it serves up comfortable seats, straightforward tech and a calm, composed ride that makes daily drives feel a little more grown up — a solid all‑rounder that doesn’t try to be flashy.
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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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Hyundai Santa Fe
SEAT Arona
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
51,700 - 59,100 £
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Price
20,700 - 30,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 7.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
54 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
90 - 162 g/km
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co2
120 - 132 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5 - 7
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,920 - 2,165 kg
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Curb weight
1,188 - 1,268 kg
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Trunk capacity
621 - 704 L
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Trunk capacity
400 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,900 mm
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Width
1,780 mm
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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
560 - 665 kg
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Payload
502 - 522 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
239 - 288 HP
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Power HP
95 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.1 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
380 Nm
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Torque
175 - 250 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
176 - 212 kW
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Power kW
70 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
SEAT
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