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Mazda CX-80 vs SEAT Arona comparison

Compare performance (327 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (49,300 £ vs 20,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda CX-80 or SEAT Arona?

Mazda CX-80 vs SEAT Arona: Key differences

Mazda CX-80

3.1 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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SEAT Arona

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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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

CX-80

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 is clearly cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the Mazda CX-80 costs 49,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,628 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda CX-80 uses 4 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the SEAT Arona with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.

Arona

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mazda CX-80 offers significantly more power – delivering 327 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 177 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda CX-80 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.8 s, while the SEAT Arona takes 8.3 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mazda CX-80 delivers considerably more torque with 550 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 300 Nm more.

CX-80

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Mazda CX-80 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, SEAT Arona is considerably lighter – 1,188 kg compared to 2,131 kg. The difference is around 943 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SEAT Arona offers visibly more boot space – 400 L compared to 258 L. That’s a difference of about 142 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda CX-80 carries slightly more – 650 kg compared to 522 kg. That’s a difference of about 128 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda CX-80 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.

from £49,300
CX-80

Mazda CX-80

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 254 - 327 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4 - 5.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 60 km
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Mazda CX-80

The Mazda CX-80 brings polished, near-premium styling and a cabin that feels far classier than its badge might imply. It steers with a composed, engaging character and packs the sensible practicality families want — with just enough flair to make school runs feel a little less ordinary.

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Reviews Mazda CX-80

3.1 (1 Reviews)
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Lrs
3 May 2026, 21:06:02

Good chunk of steel on steroids

How do you mainly use this car? (optional): Family car
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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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4.9 (3 Reviews)
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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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Mazda CX-80
SEAT Arona

Costs and Consumption
Price
49,300 - 61,400 £
Price
20,700 - 30,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
60 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
91 - 146 g/km
co2
120 - 132 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,131 - 2,240 kg
Curb weight
1,188 - 1,268 kg
Trunk capacity
258 L
Trunk capacity
400 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
649 - 650 kg
Payload
502 - 522 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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
254 - 327 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 550 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
187 - 241 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
2,488 - 3,283 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Mazda
Brand
SEAT
What drivetrain options does the Mazda CX-80 have?

The Mazda CX-80 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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