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SEAT Arona vs Skoda Octavia Combi comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (20,700 £ vs 25,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Arona or Skoda Octavia Combi?

SEAT Arona vs Skoda Octavia Combi: Key differences

SEAT Arona

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • slightly lighter

Skoda Octavia Combi

  • substantially more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space

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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

SEAT Arona is noticeably cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the Skoda Octavia Combi costs 25,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,877 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Octavia Combi uses 4.4 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the SEAT Arona with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.9 L/100km.

Octavia Combi

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 Skoda Octavia Combi offers substantially more power – delivering 265 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 115 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Octavia Combi is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the SEAT Arona takes 8.3 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Octavia Combi delivers markedly more torque with 370 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 120 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 slightly lighter – 1,188 kg compared to 1,366 kg. The difference is around 178 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers markedly more boot space – 640 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 240 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Octavia Combi carries very slightly more – 534 kg compared to 522 kg. That’s a difference of about 12 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Octavia Combi 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 £25,600
Octavia Combi

Skoda Octavia Combi

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.4 - 6.9 L/100km
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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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Reviews SEAT Arona

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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Jorge Soares
26 Mar 2026, 01:31:22

Comprei há 2 meses o Seat Arona novo DE 95 cv... ´Trata-se da versão base...
Estou muito contente com o mesmo...
Tem um ótima posição elevada da condução, é económico, tem uma bagageira com uma boa capacidade de arrumação...
Considero que este B Suv tem uma aparência bem desportiva e atraente...
Só tenho pena deste carro não ter instalados de fábrica os faróis dianteiros de nevoeiro, nem a câmara de ré acho que isto faz muita falta a nível da segurança da condução... Só a versão superior do carro é que traz instalada isto tudo...

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Skoda Octavia Combi

The Skoda Octavia Combi is the sensible family wagon that somehow turns grocery runs and long trips into a pleasant, unshowy experience — spacious, practical and built like it prefers reliability over flash. With smart touches, clever storage and a cabin that feels grown-up rather than frugal, it’s an easy recommendation for buyers who want maximum utility without sacrificing comfort or style.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
20,700 - 30,500 £
Price
25,600 - 42,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
120 - 132 g/km
co2
113 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,188 - 1,268 kg
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,553 kg
Trunk capacity
400 L
Trunk capacity
640 L
Length
-
Length
4,698 - 4,709 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Width
1,829 mm
Height
-
Height
1,455 - 1,468 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,700 L
Payload
502 - 522 kg
Payload
471 - 534 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Power HP
116 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
203 - 250 km/h
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Torque
220 - 370 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Power kW
85 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, C
Brand
SEAT
Brand
Skoda
What drivetrain options does the SEAT Arona have?

The SEAT Arona is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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