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SEAT Arona vs Kia XCeed comparison
Compare performance (150 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (20,700 £ vs 23,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Arona or Kia XCeed?
SEAT Arona vs Kia XCeed: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Arona
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
SEAT Arona is slightly cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the Kia XCeed costs 23,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,434 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Arona uses 5.3 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Kia XCeed with 6.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.
XCeed
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 Kia XCeed offers a bit 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 barely quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the Kia XCeed takes 8.5 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia XCeed delivers barely more torque with 265 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 15 Nm more.
Arona
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.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, SEAT Arona is slightly lighter – 1,188 kg compared to 1,351 kg. The difference is around 163 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia XCeed offers barely more boot space – 426 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 26 L.
When it comes to payload, the SEAT Arona carries very slightly more – 522 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The SEAT Arona comes out modestly 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.
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SEAT Arona
SEAT Arona
Kia XCeed
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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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Kia XCeed
Kia XCeed blends hatchback agility with a coupe-like stance, wrapping practical space in a handsome, modern package that punches above its class in style. It’s an easygoing everyday companion — comfy, well-equipped and priced to make sensible buyers smile — with just enough spark to keep weekend drives interesting.
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SEAT Arona
Kia XCeed
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
20,700 - 30,300 £
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Price
23,100 - 33,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.3 - 6.8 L/100km
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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
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
120 - 132 g/km
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co2
143 - 155 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,188 - 1,268 kg
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Curb weight
1,351 - 1,419 kg
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Trunk capacity
400 L
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Trunk capacity
380 - 426 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,780 mm
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Width
1,826 mm
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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
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Payload
471 - 485 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
95 - 150 HP
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Power HP
115 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 12.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
175 - 250 Nm
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
70 - 110 kW
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Power kW
85 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
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Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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Brand
SEAT
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Brand
Kia
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