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SEAT Arona vs Volvo EX30 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (150 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (19300 £ vs 33000 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Arona or Volvo EX30?

SEAT Arona

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Volvo EX30

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 decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 19300 £, while the Volvo EX30 costs 33000 £. That’s a price difference of around 13689 £.

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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 Volvo EX30 has a decisively edge – offering 428 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 278 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX30 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the SEAT Arona takes 8.40 s. That’s about 4.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the SEAT Arona performs slightly better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Volvo EX30 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo EX30 pulls significantly stronger with 543 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 293 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.

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In curb weight, SEAT Arona is clearly lighter – 1188 kg compared to 1840 kg. The difference is around 652 kg.

In terms of boot space, the SEAT Arona offers clearly perceptible more room – 400 L compared to 318 L. That’s a difference of about 82 L.

In maximum load capacity, the SEAT Arona performs distinct better – up to 1280 L, which is about 280 L more than the Volvo EX30.

When it comes to payload, SEAT Arona evident takes the win – 522 kg compared to 390 kg. That’s a difference of about 132 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Volvo EX30 proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Volvo EX30 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £33,000
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Volvo EX30

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 428 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17 - 18.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 339 - 476 km
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SEAT Arona

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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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Volvo EX30

The Volvo EX30 arrives as a compact electric with crisp Scandinavian design and a cheeky personality, proving you can be serious about safety and still enjoy a grin on your commute. Its cabin is cleverly packaged and delightfully easy to live with, offering smart tech and practical touches that make it feel like a grown-up's city car with a sense of fun.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
19300 - 29300 £
Price
33000 - 49100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.7 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
339 - 476 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
49 - 65 kWh
co2
122 - 128 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1188 - 1268 kg
Curb weight
1840 - 1960 kg
Trunk capacity
400 L
Trunk capacity
318 L
Length
4153 mm
Length
4233 mm
Width
1780 mm
Width
1838 mm
Height
1537 mm
Height
1550 - 1567 mm
Max trunk capacity
1280 L
Max trunk capacity
1000 L
Payload
502 - 522 kg
Payload
370 - 390 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Power HP
272 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 11.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
182 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Torque
343 - 543 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
SEAT
Brand
Volvo

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Is the SEAT Arona offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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