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Mazda CX-5 vs SEAT Arona – Which car suits you better?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda CX-5 or SEAT Arona?

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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 19300 £, while the Mazda CX-5 costs 30000 £. That’s a price difference of around 10698 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: SEAT Arona manages with 5.40 L and is therefore evident more efficient than the Mazda CX-5 with 7 L. The difference is about 1.60 L per 100 km.

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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 SEAT Arona has a slight edge – offering 150 HP compared to 141 HP. That’s roughly 9 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the SEAT Arona is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 8.40 s, while the Mazda CX-5 takes 10.50 s. That’s about 2.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the SEAT Arona performs slight better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Mazda CX-5 tops out at 195 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: SEAT Arona pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 250 Nm compared to 238 Nm. That’s about 12 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, SEAT Arona is noticeable lighter – 1188 kg compared to 1629 kg. The difference is around 441 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mazda CX-5 offers evident more room – 583 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 183 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mazda CX-5 performs clearly perceptible better – up to 2019 L, which is about 739 L more than the SEAT Arona.

Who wins the race?

The SEAT Arona proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
SEAT Arona is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £19,300
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SEAT Arona

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 95 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.4 - 5.6 L
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Mazda CX-5

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The Mazda CX-5 blends elegant, athletic styling with a surprisingly engaging driving character, turning routine trips into small, satisfying adventures. Inside it feels thoughtfully built and comfortable, offering sensible practicality and a premium feel that punches above its price.

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SEAT Arona

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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Costs and Consumption
Price
30000 - 39500 £
Price
19300 - 29300 £
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.4 L
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.6 L
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
157 - 168 g/km
co2
122 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
56 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1629 - 1671 kg
Curb weight
1188 - 1268 kg
Trunk capacity
583 L
Trunk capacity
400 L
Length
4690 mm
Length
4153 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1780 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1537 mm
Max trunk capacity
2019 L
Max trunk capacity
1280 L
Payload
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Payload
502 - 522 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
141 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 11.3 s
Max Speed
195 km/h
Max Speed
182 - 210 km/h
Torque
238 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
104 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
2488 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Mazda
Brand
SEAT

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What drivetrain options does the Mazda CX-5 have?

The Mazda CX-5 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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