Compare performance (150 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (20700 £ vs 16900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Arona or Skoda Fabia?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Skoda Fabia has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16900 £ , while the SEAT Arona costs 20700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3823 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Fabia manages with 4.90 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the SEAT Arona with 5.30 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.
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 Skoda Fabia has a to a small extent edge – offering 177 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Fabia is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the SEAT Arona takes 8.30 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.
Both models offer the same torque – 250 Nm.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Skoda Fabia is slight lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1188 kg. The difference is around 45 kg.
In terms of boot space, the SEAT Arona offers hardly perceptible more room – 400 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.
When it comes to payload, SEAT Arona slightly takes the win – 522 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.
Overall, the Skoda Fabia shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
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.
detailsThe Skoda Fabia is a clever, no-nonsense small car that turns everyday chores into a breeze thanks to smart packaging and a surprisingly roomy cabin. It won’t set your pulses racing, but it’s a consistently sensible choice — reliable, easy to live with and blessed with a few neat tricks that make city life less faff.
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Price
20700 - 30500 £
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Price
16900 - 30500 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L
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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
112 - 126 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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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
5
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Curb weight
1188 - 1268 kg
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Curb weight
1143 - 1278 kg
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Trunk capacity
400 L
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Trunk capacity
380 L
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Length
-
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Length
4108 - 4137 mm
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Width
1780 mm
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Width
1780 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1458 - 1461 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1190 L
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Payload
502 - 522 kg
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Payload
402 - 437 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol
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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
80 - 177 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
175 - 228 km/h
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Torque
175 - 250 Nm
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Torque
93 - 250 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
59 - 130 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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Brand
SEAT
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Brand
Skoda
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.