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Jeep Gladiator vs SEAT Arona comparison

Compare performance (264 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (66,400 £ vs 20,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jeep Gladiator or SEAT Arona?

Jeep Gladiator vs SEAT Arona: Key differences

Jeep Gladiator

  • substantially more power
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SEAT Arona

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly 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

Gladiator

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 is considerably cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the Jeep Gladiator costs 66,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 45,728 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Arona uses 5.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Jeep Gladiator with 9.8 L/100km. The difference is about 4.5 L/100km.

Arona

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 Jeep Gladiator offers substantially more power – delivering 264 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 114 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SEAT Arona is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the Jeep Gladiator takes 8.6 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jeep Gladiator delivers significantly more torque with 600 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 350 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, SEAT Arona is significantly lighter – 1,188 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 1,172 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Jeep Gladiator carries very slightly more – 565 kg compared to 522 kg. That’s a difference of about 43 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Arona is clearly superior 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 £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
Jeep Gladiator
SEAT Arona

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Jeep Gladiator

The Jeep Gladiator grafts the Wrangler's go-anywhere attitude onto a proper pickup bed, giving weekend adventurers the ability to haul gear, pop the top, and head off-road with confidence. It won't pretend to be a luxury cruiser, but its honest, rugged charm and practical versatility make it a great pick for buyers who value character and capability over showroom polish.

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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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Jeep Gladiator
SEAT Arona

Costs and Consumption

Price
66,400 £
Price
20,700 - 30,300 £
Consumption L/100km
9.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
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
257 g/km
co2
120 - 132 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,360 kg
Curb weight
1,188 - 1,268 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
400 L
Length
5,591 mm
Length
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Width
1,894 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Height
1,905 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
565 kg
Payload
502 - 522 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
264 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.1 s
Max Speed
177 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
600 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
194 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
2,987 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Jeep
Brand
SEAT
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