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Kia Sportage vs SEAT Arona - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (239 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (30200 £ vs 20700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sportage or SEAT Arona?

Kia Sportage

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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SEAT Arona

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Sportage

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

SEAT Arona has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20700 £ , while the Kia Sportage costs 30200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9462 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Sportage manages with 5 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the SEAT Arona with 5.30 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.

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 Sportage has a noticeable edge – offering 239 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 89 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Sportage is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 7.90 s, while the SEAT Arona takes 8.30 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Kia Sportage pulls distinct stronger with 320 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm difference.

Sportage

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, SEAT Arona is evident lighter – 1188 kg compared to 1552 kg. The difference is around 364 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Sportage offers noticeable more room – 587 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 187 L.

When it comes to payload, Kia Sportage slight takes the win – 580 kg compared to 522 kg. That’s a difference of about 58 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Sportage 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.

Kia Sportage
SEAT Arona

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Sportage

Kia Sportage

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 239 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5 - 7.9 L

Kia Sportage

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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The Kia Sportage proves you don't have to choose between style and sensible family motoring, wrapping modern, confident looks around a roomy, well-equipped cabin. It's an easy car to live with — comfortable on daily runs, pleasantly engaging when you want a bit of fun, and kind to your wallet so you can keep smiling at the fuel pump.

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SEAT Arona

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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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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Kia Sportage
SEAT Arona

Costs and Consumption

Price
30200 - 43900 £
Price
20700 - 30500 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.9 L
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
132 - 180 g/km
co2
120 - 132 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1552 - 1733 kg
Curb weight
1188 - 1268 kg
Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
Trunk capacity
400 L
Length
4540 mm
Length
-
Width
1865 mm
Width
1780 mm
Height
1645 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1715 - 1776 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
543 - 580 kg
Payload
502 - 522 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 239 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.1 s
Max Speed
180 - 203 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 320 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
100 - 176 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Kia
Brand
SEAT
Is the Kia Sportage offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia Sportage is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.