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SEAT Arona vs Renault Arkana comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 143 HP), boot space and price (20,700 £ vs 28,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Arona or Renault Arkana?

SEAT Arona vs Renault Arkana: Key differences

SEAT Arona

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter

Renault Arkana

3.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • somewhat more efficient
Customer feedback generally presents the Arkana as an economical, stylish and practical family crossover that suits everyday needs. Owners often praise its fuel economy, space and safety, while noting it isn’t a sporty coupe; a few reports of serious mechanical issues and costly repairs also appear. Opinions are mixed enough that broader reliability trends aren’t fully clear from the available comments.

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

SEAT Arona is clearly cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the Renault Arkana costs 28,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,757 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Arkana uses 4.7 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the SEAT Arona with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.

Arkana

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 SEAT Arona offers very slightly more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 7 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 Renault Arkana takes 10.8 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

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

Arona

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 terms of curb weight, SEAT Arona is visibly lighter – 1,188 kg compared to 1,510 kg. The difference is around 322 kg.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Arona carries somewhat more – 522 kg compared to 451 kg. That’s a difference of about 71 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Arona is clearly superior 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.

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
Renault Arkana

Costs and Consumption

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Engine and Performance

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Renault Arkana

The Arkana stands out with its striking coupe-SUV design, blending sporty aesthetics with practicality. Its bold silhouette and high ride height offer a unique presence on the road, attracting attention wherever it goes. Inside, the Arkana combines modern technology with comfort, making it a versatile choice for both city driving and weekend getaways.

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SEAT Arona
Renault Arkana

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,700 - 30,500 £
Price
28,500 - 31,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
120 - 132 g/km
co2
106 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
1,510 kg
Trunk capacity
400 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,780 mm
Width
1,821 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
502 - 522 kg
Payload
451 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Power HP
143 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Torque
205 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Power kW
105 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
SEAT
Brand
Renault
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