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Renault Clio vs SEAT Arona – Which car suits you better?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Clio or SEAT Arona?

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.

Renault Clio has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16600 £, while the SEAT Arona costs 19300 £. That’s a price difference of around 2717 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Clio manages with 4.10 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the SEAT Arona with 5.40 L. The difference is about 1.30 L per 100 km.

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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 Renault Clio has a minimal edge – offering 158 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 8 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Clio is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 8.30 s, while the SEAT Arona takes 8.40 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the SEAT Arona performs somewhat better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Renault Clio tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: SEAT Arona pulls a bit stronger with 250 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 45 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Renault Clio is hardly perceptible lighter – 1124 kg compared to 1188 kg. The difference is around 64 kg.

In terms of boot space, the SEAT Arona offers barely noticeable more room – 400 L compared to 391 L. That’s a difference of about 9 L.

In maximum load capacity, the SEAT Arona performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1280 L, which is about 104 L more than the Renault Clio.

When it comes to payload, SEAT Arona to a small extent takes the win – 522 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 59 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Renault Clio proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Renault Clio is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Renault Clio

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 67 - 158 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.1 - 5.3 L
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Renault Clio

The Clio punches above its weight with chic French styling and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that makes city driving feel effortlessly stylish. It's an easy-to-live-with choice that keeps ownership simple and even manages to put a grin on your face when the traffic gets dull.

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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
16600 - 23700 £
Price
19300 - 29300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.1 - 5.3 L
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.6 L
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
0.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
92 - 121 g/km
co2
122 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1124 - 1331 kg
Curb weight
1188 - 1268 kg
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Trunk capacity
400 L
Length
4053 - 4116 mm
Length
4153 mm
Width
1768 - 1798 mm
Width
1780 mm
Height
1440 - 1451 mm
Height
1537 mm
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1176 L
Max trunk capacity
1280 L
Payload
398 - 463 kg
Payload
502 - 522 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
67 - 158 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 17.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 11.3 s
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
182 - 210 km/h
Torque
95 - 205 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
49 - 116 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1789 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General
Model Year
2023 - 2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Renault
Brand
SEAT

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Is the Renault Clio offered with different drivetrains?

The Renault Clio is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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