Compare performance (150 HP vs 196 HP), boot space and price (20,700 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Arona or Vauxhall Astra?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
SEAT Arona is noticeably cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the Vauxhall Astra costs 28,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,577 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Astra uses 2.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the SEAT Arona with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 L/100km.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Vauxhall Astra offers clearly more power – delivering 196 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 46 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Astra is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the SEAT Arona takes 8.3 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Astra delivers noticeably more torque with 360 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm more.
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 visibly lighter – 1,188 kg compared to 1,438 kg. The difference is around 250 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Astra offers barely more boot space – 422 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 22 L.
When it comes to payload, the SEAT Arona carries very slightly more – 522 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.
The Vauxhall Astra is far ahead overall 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.
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.
detailsThe Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.
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Price
20,700 - 30,300 £
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Price
28,300 - 37,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 4.9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
84 - 454 km
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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
0 - 130 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
Hatchback
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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
1,438 - 1,733 kg
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Trunk capacity
400 L
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Trunk capacity
310 - 422 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,780 mm
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Width
1,859 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
438 - 502 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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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
130 - 196 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 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
230 - 360 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
96 - 144 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
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Brand
SEAT
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Brand
Vauxhall
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