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Mercedes EQS SUV vs SEAT Arona – Which one offers the better deal?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Mercedes EQS SUV or SEAT Arona fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

SEAT Arona has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 19300 £, while the Mercedes EQS SUV costs 95000 £. That’s a price difference of around 75670 £.

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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 Mercedes EQS SUV has a clearly edge – offering 658 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 508 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQS SUV is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.40 s, while the SEAT Arona takes 8.40 s. That’s about 4 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 210 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes EQS SUV pulls convincingly stronger with 950 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 700 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 convincingly lighter – 1188 kg compared to 2695 kg. The difference is around 1507 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers noticeable more room – 645 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 245 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes EQS SUV performs clearly perceptible better – up to 2100 L, which is about 820 L more than the SEAT Arona.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes EQS SUV hardly perceptible takes the win – 570 kg compared to 522 kg. That’s a difference of about 48 kg.

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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Mercedes EQS SUV

The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV redefines luxury in the electric vehicle segment with its elegant design and cutting-edge technology. Its spacious interior provides exceptional comfort, featuring high-quality materials and innovative ambient lighting to create a serene driving environment. This SUV impressively combines sustainability with performance, offering a smooth and quiet ride without compromising on power.

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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
95000 - 212100 £
Price
19300 - 29300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
19.6 - 21.9 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
615 - 695 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
108.4 - 118 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
122 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2695 - 3075 kg
Curb weight
1188 - 1268 kg
Trunk capacity
440 - 645 L
Trunk capacity
400 L
Length
5125 mm
Length
4153 mm
Width
1959 - 2034 mm
Width
1780 mm
Height
1718 - 1721 mm
Height
1537 mm
Max trunk capacity
2100 L
Max trunk capacity
1280 L
Payload
425 - 570 kg
Payload
502 - 522 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
360 - 658 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 11.3 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
182 - 210 km/h
Torque
568 - 950 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
265 - 484 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
SEAT

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Is the Mercedes EQS SUV offered with different drivetrains?

The Mercedes EQS SUV is available as All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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