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SEAT Arona vs Fiat Grande Panda comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 113 HP), boot space and price (20,700 £ vs 16,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Arona or Fiat Grande Panda?

SEAT Arona vs Fiat Grande Panda: Key differences

SEAT Arona

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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Fiat Grande Panda

3.8 (1 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • barely more trunk space
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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

Arona

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Fiat Grande Panda is noticeably cheaper – starting at 16,300 £ , while the SEAT Arona costs 20,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,423 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Fiat Grande Panda uses 5.1 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the SEAT Arona with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

Grande Panda

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 markedly more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 37 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SEAT Arona is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the Fiat Grande Panda takes 11.2 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SEAT Arona delivers moderately more torque with 250 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 45 Nm more.

Arona

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 terms of curb weight, SEAT Arona is barely lighter – 1,188 kg compared to 1,295 kg. The difference is around 107 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Fiat Grande Panda offers barely more boot space – 412 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 12 L.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Arona carries somewhat more – 522 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 69 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Arona is slightly 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 £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
SEAT Arona
Fiat Grande Panda

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Fiat Grande Panda

The Grande Panda is a delightful blend of practicality and charm, making it a popular choice for urban dwellers and families alike. With its compact design, the car navigates city streets effortlessly while providing ample interior space for passengers and cargo. Its quirky styling and user-friendly features make the Grande Panda not just a mode of transport, but a fun driving experience.

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SEAT Arona
Fiat Grande Panda

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,700 - 30,300 £
Price
16,300 - 25,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
320 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
120 - 132 g/km
co2
0 - 131 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,188 - 1,268 kg
Curb weight
1,295 - 1,554 kg
Trunk capacity
400 L
Trunk capacity
361 - 412 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,780 mm
Width
1,763 mm
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
502 - 522 kg
Payload
353 - 453 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Power HP
100 - 113 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 - 11.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Torque
122 - 205 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
Brand
SEAT
Brand
Fiat
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