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SEAT Arona vs Mitsubishi Outlander – Which one offers the better deal?

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

SEAT Arona

Mitsubishi Outlander

5 (1 Reviews)
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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 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 19300 £, while the Mitsubishi Outlander costs 42800 £. That’s a price difference of around 23546 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mitsubishi Outlander manages with 0.80 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the SEAT Arona with 5.40 L. The difference is about 4.60 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mitsubishi Outlander has a clearly edge – offering 306 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 156 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mitsubishi Outlander is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 7.90 s, while the SEAT Arona takes 8.40 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the SEAT Arona performs somewhat better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Mitsubishi Outlander tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

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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 curb weight, SEAT Arona is significantly lighter – 1188 kg compared to 2070 kg. The difference is around 882 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mitsubishi Outlander offers somewhat more room – 495 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 95 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mitsubishi Outlander performs barely noticeable better – up to 1404 L, which is about 124 L more than the SEAT Arona.

When it comes to payload, Mitsubishi Outlander slightly takes the win – 595 kg compared to 522 kg. That’s a difference of about 73 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

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Mitsubishi Outlander

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 306 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.80 L
  • Electric Range : 83 - 85 km
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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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Mitsubishi Outlander

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The Mitsubishi Outlander is a sensible family SUV that blends roomy practicality with a calm, assured ride—ideal for school runs and weekend getaways. It won’t set pulses racing, but its tidy interior, straightforward equipment and low-stress ownership make it a smart, unfussy pick for buyers who prefer reliability over flash.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
19300 - 29300 £
Price
42800 - 51000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
0.80 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
83 - 85 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
122 - 128 g/km
co2
19 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
53 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1188 - 1268 kg
Curb weight
2070 - 2120 kg
Trunk capacity
400 L
Trunk capacity
495 L
Length
4153 mm
Length
4719 mm
Width
1780 mm
Width
1862 mm
Height
1537 mm
Height
1746 - 1750 mm
Max trunk capacity
1280 L
Max trunk capacity
1404 L
Payload
502 - 522 kg
Payload
545 - 595 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
-
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Power HP
306 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 11.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.90 s
Max Speed
182 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
170 km/h
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Power kW
225 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
2360 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
SEAT
Brand
Mitsubishi

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Is the SEAT Arona offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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