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SEAT Arona vs Toyota Yaris – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: SEAT Arona or Toyota Yaris?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

SEAT Arona has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 19300 £, while the Toyota Yaris costs 21900 £. That’s a price difference of around 2555 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Yaris manages with 3.80 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the SEAT Arona with 5.40 L. The difference is about 1.60 L per 100 km.

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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.

When it comes to engine power, the Toyota Yaris has a decisively edge – offering 280 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 130 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Yaris is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.50 s, while the SEAT Arona takes 8.40 s. That’s about 2.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Toyota Yaris performs minimal better – reaching 230 km/h, while the SEAT Arona tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Toyota Yaris pulls distinct stronger with 390 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Toyota Yaris is minimal lighter – 1090 kg compared to 1188 kg. The difference is around 98 kg.

In terms of boot space, the SEAT Arona offers clearly perceptible more room – 400 L compared to 286 L. That’s a difference of about 114 L.

In maximum load capacity, the SEAT Arona performs distinct better – up to 1280 L, which is about 345 L more than the Toyota Yaris.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Yaris slight takes the win – 525 kg compared to 522 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Toyota Yaris shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects 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.

from about £21,900
Yaris @ Toyota Motor Corporation

Toyota Yaris

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 280 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.8 - 9.5 L
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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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Toyota Yaris

The Toyota Yaris is a sprightly city hatch that packs clever packaging, surprising comfort and fuel-sipping manners into a neat, easy-to-park package. It rewards sensible buyers with low running costs, friendly ergonomics and a forgiving drive, delivered with Japanese reliability and just enough personality to make errands feel a little less ordinary.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
19300 - 29300 £
Price
21900 - 46700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 9.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
122 - 128 g/km
co2
87 - 215 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
36 - 50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
3 - 5
Curb weight
1188 - 1268 kg
Curb weight
1090 - 1356 kg
Trunk capacity
400 L
Trunk capacity
141 - 286 L
Length
4153 mm
Length
3940 - 3995 mm
Width
1780 mm
Width
1745 - 1805 mm
Height
1537 mm
Height
1455 - 1500 mm
Max trunk capacity
1280 L
Max trunk capacity
935 L
Payload
502 - 522 kg
Payload
289 - 525 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Power HP
116 - 280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 11.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
182 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
175 - 230 km/h
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Torque
390 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
1490 - 1618 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
Brand
SEAT
Brand
Toyota

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Is the SEAT Arona offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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