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Kia Sorento vs SEAT Arona comparison
Compare performance (288 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (47,300 £ vs 20,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or SEAT Arona?
Kia Sorento 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.
Sorento
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 clearly cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 47,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,605 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Sorento uses 3.9 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the SEAT Arona with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 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 Kia Sorento offers considerably 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 Kia Sorento is very slightly 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 Kia Sorento delivers significantly more torque with 440 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 190 Nm more.
Sorento
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: Kia Sorento offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, SEAT Arona is clearly lighter – 1,188 kg compared to 1,855 kg. The difference is around 667 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers substantially more boot space – 705 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 305 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries markedly more – 685 kg compared to 522 kg. That’s a difference of about 163 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Kia Sorento holds a decisive overall lead 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 £47,300
Kia Sorento
Kia Sorento
SEAT Arona
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Kia Sorento
The Kia Sorento blends roomy practicality with smart tech and an unexpectedly composed highway manner, making it an easy choice for families who want comfort without fuss. It presents classy interior touches and sensible packaging at a realistic price, proving you don't need to shout to be noticed in the SUV crowd.
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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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Kia Sorento
SEAT Arona
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
47,300 - 60,500 £
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Price
20,700 - 30,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 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
55 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
87 - 174 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
1,855 - 2,110 kg
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Curb weight
1,188 - 1,268 kg
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Trunk capacity
175 - 705 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
162 - 685 kg
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Payload
502 - 522 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, 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, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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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
194 - 288 HP
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Power HP
95 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 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 - 440 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
142 - 212 kW
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Power kW
70 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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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
Kia
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Brand
SEAT
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