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Mazda MX-5 Roadster vs SEAT Arona comparison
Compare performance (132 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (29,000 £ vs 20,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Roadster or SEAT Arona?
Mazda MX-5 Roadster 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.
MX-5 Roadster
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 markedly cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the Mazda MX-5 Roadster costs 29,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,262 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Arona uses 5.3 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Mazda MX-5 Roadster with 6.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.9 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 moderately more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 18 HP more horsepower.
Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 8.3 s from 0 to 100 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the SEAT Arona delivers noticeably more torque with 250 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 98 Nm more.
MX-5 Roadster
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: SEAT Arona offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is moderately lighter – 1,078 kg compared to 1,188 kg. The difference is around 110 kg.
Looking at boot space, the SEAT Arona offers significantly more boot space – 400 L compared to 130 L. That’s a difference of about 270 L.
When it comes to payload, the SEAT Arona carries significantly more – 522 kg compared to 152 kg. That’s a difference of about 370 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The SEAT Arona 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.
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SEAT Arona
Mazda MX-5 Roadster
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Mazda MX-5 Roadster
The Mazda MX-5 is a featherweight, open-top sports car that turns ordinary roads into a grin-inducing playground thanks to razor-sharp steering and an engaging, tactile gearbox. It won’t swallow the weekly shopping or ski bags, but for anyone after pure driving fun and sun-on-your-face weekends, few cars match its sheer charm and value.
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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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Mazda MX-5 Roadster
SEAT Arona
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29,000 - 34,300 £
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Price
20,700 - 30,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.2 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
-
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
140 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
Roadster
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
2
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,078 kg
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Curb weight
1,188 - 1,268 kg
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Trunk capacity
130 L
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Trunk capacity
400 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,735 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
152 kg
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Payload
502 - 522 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
132 HP
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Power HP
95 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 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
152 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
97 kW
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Power kW
70 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
SEAT
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