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Vauxhall Vivaro vs SEAT Arona comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (33,200 £ vs 20,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Vivaro or SEAT Arona?

Vauxhall Vivaro vs SEAT Arona: Key differences

Vauxhall Vivaro

  • somewhat more power
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SEAT Arona

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially 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

Vivaro

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 significantly cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the Vauxhall Vivaro costs 33,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,501 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Arona uses 5.3 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Vauxhall Vivaro 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 Vauxhall Vivaro offers somewhat more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 30 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SEAT Arona is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the Vauxhall Vivaro takes 10.6 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Vivaro delivers markedly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

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: Vauxhall Vivaro offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, SEAT Arona is substantially lighter – 1,188 kg compared to 1,722 kg. The difference is around 534 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Vivaro carries substantially more – 1,226 kg compared to 522 kg. That’s a difference of about 704 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Vivaro is decisively ahead 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 £33,200
Vivaro

Vauxhall Vivaro

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 120 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.2 - 7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 23.7 - 23.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 222 - 350 km
Vauxhall Vivaro
SEAT Arona

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Vauxhall Vivaro

The Opel Vivaro is a workhorse with a surprisingly civilised demeanour, blending rugged practicality with enough style and comfort to keep drivers happy on any job. With clever packaging and sensible features that simplify loading, commuting and family duties, it’s the no-nonsense van for buyers who want functionality without the fuss — honest, dependable and just smart enough to make the day easier.

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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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Vauxhall Vivaro
SEAT Arona

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,200 - 45,700 £
Price
20,700 - 30,500 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
23.7 - 23.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
222 - 350 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 184 g/km
co2
120 - 132 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van, Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
3 - 9
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,722 - 2,241 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
1,920 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
872 - 1,226 kg
Payload
502 - 522 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
120 - 180 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 14.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
88 - 132 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 2,184 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
SEAT
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