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SEAT Arona vs Skoda Kamiq – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Q: How powerful is the SEAT Arona's engine?

Up to 150 HP of power – depending on the configuration.

Q: What is the fuel consumption of the SEAT Arona according to the manufacturer?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 5.40 L.

Q: How fast can the SEAT Arona go?

The SEAT Arona reaches up to 210 km/h.

Q: What is the SEAT Arona’s trunk volume?

Depending on configuration, up to 400 L fit inside.

Q: What are the SEAT Arona’s length, width and height?

Length 4153 mm, width 1780 mm, height 1537 mm – those are the dimensions of the SEAT Arona.

Q: How much power does the Skoda Kamiq deliver on the road?

Up to 150 HP of power – depending on the configuration.

Q: What is the fuel consumption of the Skoda Kamiq according to the manufacturer?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 5.30 L.

Q: What maximum speed does the Skoda Kamiq reach?

Depending on the model, top speed is 216 km/h.

Two cars, one duel: SEAT Arona meets Skoda Kamiq.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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Street Style Showdown

The visual personalities could not be more different: the SEAT Arona flirts with sporty angles and youthful attitude, while the Skoda Kamiq opts for a restrained, practical elegance that ages well. Both wear their identities confidently, so your choice starts with whether you want to stand out or blend in with sensible flair. Either way, the styling sets expectations for how each car behaves on the road.

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City Hustle vs Calm Confidence

Get behind the wheel and the contrast becomes clearer — the Arona feels light-footed and eager to dart through tight traffic, rewarding city commuters with a playful chassis. The Kamiq trades a touch of that exuberance for a more composed, settled ride that soaks up suburban chores without fuss. Each has a character that matches different daily rhythms rather than a simple performance hierarchy.

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Cabin Comfort and Daily Mood

Stepping inside, the Arona serves up a punchy, driver-focused ambience with materials and surfaces aimed at a younger buyer who wants a bit of theatre. The Kamiq’s cabin is cleaner and more functional, with ergonomics that favour predictable comfort on longer runs and family duties. Both cabins are thoughtfully put together, but they deliver different kinds of reassurance: one excites, the other steadies.

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Practicalities That Matter

When it comes to hauling life’s paraphernalia, the Kamiq leans into versatility — flexible space planning and sensible touches feel tailored to real-world family life. The Arona counters with clever packaging and a more compact footprint that makes parking and tight manoeuvres less stressful. For buyers, the decision often comes down to whether weekend flexibility or weekday convenience is the priority.

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Controls, Screens and Everyday Tech

Both cabins keep tech approachable, but they take different approaches: the Arona wraps features in a trendier presentation aimed at hands-on tech users, while the Kamiq prefers a straightforward, menu-light approach that’s easy to learn. Physical controls are more prominent where driver focus matters, and either setup will satisfy people who want fuss-free usability rather than gadget overload. If you like a cockpit that feels intuitive from the first drive, the Kamiq leans that way; if you enjoy a livelier interface, the Arona delivers personality.

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Ownership Feel and Value Sense

Perceived value is a mix of price, equipment, and how each car feels after months on the road: the Arona reads as the sharper deal for image-conscious buyers, while the Kamiq projects the steadier long-term ownership experience for pragmatists. Running costs and convenience features will tilt the balance depending on how you use the car — city commuting, family duties or mixed usage every week. Both make solid sense, but they appeal to different wallet philosophies.

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Which Driver Will Each Win Over?

If your days are full of tight urban streets, stylish coffee stops and you want a car with a cheeky streak, the SEAT Arona is likely to match your vibe; if you’re after a calm, practical companion that puts usability and understated polish first, the Skoda Kamiq will feel like home. Neither choice is wrong — they just carve different lifestyles out of the small-SUV market. Keep reading to see which model takes the DriveDuel Champion crown — the reveal is coming up next.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

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.

SEAT Arona has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 19300 £, while the Skoda Kamiq costs 21700 £. That’s a price difference of around 2409 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Kamiq manages with 5.30 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the SEAT Arona with 5.40 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

Both models deliver identical power – 150 HP each.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Kamiq is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 8.10 s, while the SEAT Arona takes 8.40 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Kamiq performs slight better – reaching 216 km/h, while the SEAT Arona tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 6 km/h.

Both models offer the same torque – 250 Nm.

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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 curb weight, SEAT Arona is hardly perceptible lighter – 1188 kg compared to 1231 kg. The difference is around 43 kg.

Boot capacity is identical – both offer 400 L of storage.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Kamiq performs minimal better – up to 1395 L, which is about 115 L more than the SEAT Arona.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Kamiq hardly perceptible takes the win – 539 kg compared to 522 kg. That’s a difference of about 17 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Skoda Kamiq shows itself to be wins by a narrow margin 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.

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Skoda Kamiq

Price : 21700 - 31900 £
Body Type : SUV
Engine Type : Petrol
Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail : Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 95 - 150 HP
Consumption L/100km : 5.3 - 5.7 L
Seats : 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 8.1 - 11 s
Model Year : 2025
Max Speed : 183 - 216 km/h
Torque : 175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 3 - 4
Doors : 5
Model : Kamiq
Modell : Kamiq 1.0 TSI, Kamiq 1.5 TSI ACT
CO2 Efficiency Class : D
Trim Level : Essence, Selection, Tour, Monte Carlo, Essence DSG, Selection DSG, Tour DSG, Monte Carlo DSG
Power kW : 70 - 110 kW
co2 : 121 - 128 g/km
Engine capacity : 999 - 1498 cm3
Curb weight : 1231 - 1340 kg
Fuel tank capacity : 50 L
Trunk capacity : 400 L
Length : 4241 mm
Width : 1793 mm
Height : 1562 mm
Brand : Skoda
Max trunk capacity : 1395 L
Payload : 439 - 539 kg

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The SEAT Arona is a stylish compact SUV that blends urban agility with a robust design, making it an ideal choice for city dwellers and adventure seekers alike. Inside, it offers a well-crafted interior with modern technology and connectivity features that enhance the driving experience. With its efficient engine options and responsive handling, the Arona provides a dynamic ride while maintaining impressive fuel efficiency.

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Skoda Kamiq

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The Skoda Kamiq is a neatly packaged city crossover that pairs practical space with unshowy, thoughtful design. It’s easy to live with, economical to run and full of clever details that make daily driving feel intelligently sorted rather than flashy.

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Costs and Consumption
Price 19300 - 29300 £	Price 21700 - 31900 £
Consumption L/100km 5.4 - 5.6 L	Consumption L/100km 5.3 - 5.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km -	Consumption kWh/100km -
Electric Range -	Electric Range -
Battery Capacity -	Battery Capacity -
co2 122 - 128 g/km	co2 121 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity 40 L	Fuel tank capacity 50 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 1231 - 1340 kg
Trunk capacity 400 L	Trunk capacity 400 L
Length 4153 mm	Length 4241 mm
Width 1780 mm	Width 1793 mm
Height 1537 mm	Height 1562 mm
Max trunk capacity 1280 L	Max trunk capacity 1395 L
Payload 502 - 522 kg	Payload 439 - 539 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Petrol	Engine Type Petrol
Transmission Manuel, Automatic	Transmission Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic	Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive	Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 95 - 150 HP	Power HP 95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 8.4 - 11.3 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 8.1 - 11 s
Max Speed 182 - 210 km/h	Max Speed 183 - 216 km/h
Torque 175 - 250 Nm	Torque 175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders 3 - 4	Number of Cylinders 3 - 4
Power kW 70 - 110 kW	Power kW 70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity 999 - 1498 cm3	Engine capacity 999 - 1498 cm3