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Mercedes V Class vs SEAT Arona comparison

Compare performance (237 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (48,200 £ vs 20,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes V Class or SEAT Arona?

Mercedes V Class vs SEAT Arona: Key differences

Mercedes V Class

  • visibly more power
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
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SEAT Arona

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

SEAT Arona is considerably cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the Mercedes V Class costs 48,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,464 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Arona uses 5.3 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Mercedes V Class with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 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 Mercedes V Class offers visibly more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 87 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes V Class is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the SEAT Arona takes 8.3 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes V Class delivers considerably more torque with 500 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.

V Class

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Mercedes V Class offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, SEAT Arona is significantly lighter – 1,188 kg compared to 2,192 kg. The difference is around 1,004 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes V Class carries clearly more – 908 kg compared to 522 kg. That’s a difference of about 386 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.

from £20,700
Arona

SEAT Arona

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 95 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
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Mercedes V Class

The V‑Class is the grown-up people mover that blends executive-level comfort with van practicality, ideal for those who want to ferry family and gear without sacrificing luxury. Inside it's plush and flexible, with clever touches that turn long hauls into a comfortable commute and still manage to look serious on the school run.

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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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Reviews SEAT Arona

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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Jorge Soares
29 May 2026, 20:19:35

É um excelente crossover...
Tem uma imagem desportiva e está bem equipado a nível de segurança e de tecnologia...
Tem uma óptima posição de condução...
É muito divertido de conduzir...
Só tenho pena de não trazer de fábrica o pneu sobresselente...

How do you mainly use this car? (optional): Commuter (short/medium distance)
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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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Mercedes V Class
SEAT Arona

Costs and Consumption
Price
48,200 - 83,300 £
Price
20,700 - 30,300 £
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 10.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
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
187 - 232 g/km
co2
120 - 132 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
6
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,192 - 2,464 kg
Curb weight
1,188 - 1,268 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
400 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
636 - 908 kg
Payload
502 - 522 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
370 - 500 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
SEAT
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes V Class have?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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