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SEAT Arona vs Toyota Aygo – Which one offers the better deal?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Arona or Toyota Aygo?

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.

Toyota Aygo has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 15500 £, while the SEAT Arona costs 19300 £. That’s a price difference of around 3797 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Aygo manages with 4.80 L and is therefore to a small extent more efficient than the SEAT Arona with 5.40 L. The difference is about 0.60 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the SEAT Arona has a decisively edge – offering 150 HP compared to 72 HP. That’s roughly 78 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the SEAT Arona is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 8.40 s, while the Toyota Aygo takes 15.50 s. That’s about 7.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the SEAT Arona performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Toyota Aygo tops out at 158 km/h. The difference is around 52 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: SEAT Arona pulls significantly stronger with 250 Nm compared to 93 Nm. That’s about 157 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: SEAT Arona offers somewhat more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Toyota Aygo is slightly lighter – 1015 kg compared to 1188 kg. The difference is around 173 kg.

In terms of boot space, the SEAT Arona offers decisively more room – 400 L compared to 231 L. That’s a difference of about 169 L.

In maximum load capacity, the SEAT Arona performs noticeable better – up to 1280 L, which is about 451 L more than the Toyota Aygo.

When it comes to payload, SEAT Arona evident takes the win – 522 kg compared to 345 kg. That’s a difference of about 177 kg.

Who wins the race?

The SEAT Arona proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
SEAT Arona is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £19,300
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SEAT Arona

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 95 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.4 - 5.6 L

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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Toyota Aygo

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The Aygo is a cheeky city car that turns congested streets into a playground, with bold styling and sprightly manners that make parking a pleasure rather than a pain. Economical to run and surprisingly well equipped for its size, the Aygo is a smart choice for urban buyers who want personality without a premium price and a car that brings a smile to the daily commute.

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SEAT Arona
Toyota Aygo
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Aygo @ Toyota Motor Corporation

Costs and Consumption

Price
19300 - 29300 £
Price
15500 - 22100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 4.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
122 - 128 g/km
co2
108 - 111 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
35 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1188 - 1268 kg
Curb weight
1015 kg
Trunk capacity
400 L
Trunk capacity
231 L
Length
4153 mm
Length
3700 mm
Width
1780 mm
Width
1740 mm
Height
1537 mm
Height
1510 mm
Max trunk capacity
1280 L
Max trunk capacity
829 L
Payload
502 - 522 kg
Payload
345 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, CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Power HP
72 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 11.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
15.5 - 15.6 s
Max Speed
182 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
151 - 158 km/h
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Torque
93 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Power kW
53 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
998 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
SEAT
Brand
Toyota
Is the SEAT Arona offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.