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Kia Ceed Sportswagon vs SEAT Arona comparison

Compare performance (140 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (24,300 £ vs 20,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Ceed Sportswagon or SEAT Arona?

Kia Ceed Sportswagon vs SEAT Arona: Key differences

Kia Ceed Sportswagon

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SEAT Arona

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • marginally more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit 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

Ceed Sportswagon

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 slightly cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the Kia Ceed Sportswagon costs 24,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,634 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Arona uses 5.3 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Kia Ceed Sportswagon with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 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 marginally more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 10 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SEAT Arona is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the Kia Ceed Sportswagon takes 9.7 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Ceed Sportswagon delivers very slightly more torque with 253 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 3 Nm more.

Ceed Sportswagon

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 a bit lighter – 1,188 kg compared to 1,335 kg. The difference is around 147 kg.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Arona carries only slightly more – 522 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Arona 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.

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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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The Kia Ceed Sportswagon is a sensible and surprisingly stylish family wagon that turns daily chores into a bit less of a grind. Practical, comfortable and packed with thoughtful touches where they matter, it’s a smart choice for buyers who want usefulness without sacrificing personality.

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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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Reviews SEAT Arona

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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Jorge Soares
29 May 2026, 20:19:35

É um excelente crossover...
Tem uma imagem desportiva e está bem equipado a nível de segurança e de tecnologia...
Tem uma óptima posição de condução...
É muito divertido de conduzir...
Só tenho pena de não trazer de fábrica o pneu sobresselente...

How do you mainly use this car? (optional): Commuter (short/medium distance)
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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
24,300 - 27,200 £
Price
20,700 - 30,300 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 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
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Battery Capacity
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co2
137 - 146 g/km
co2
120 - 132 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,335 - 1,437 kg
Curb weight
1,188 - 1,268 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
400 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
463 - 485 kg
Payload
502 - 522 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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 - 140 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 13.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,482 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Kia
Brand
SEAT
What drivetrain options does the Kia Ceed Sportswagon have?

The Kia Ceed Sportswagon is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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