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SEAT Arona vs Volvo V90 comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (20,700 £ vs 62,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Arona or Volvo V90?

SEAT Arona vs Volvo V90: Key differences

SEAT Arona

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably lighter

Volvo V90

  • considerably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit 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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Arona

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

SEAT Arona is clearly cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the Volvo V90 costs 62,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 41,605 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo V90 uses 0.8 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the SEAT Arona with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 4.5 L/100km.

V90

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 V90 offers considerably more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 305 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V90 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the SEAT Arona takes 8.3 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo V90 delivers considerably more torque with 709 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 459 Nm more.

Arona

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 terms of curb weight, SEAT Arona is considerably lighter – 1,188 kg compared to 2,075 kg. The difference is around 887 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo V90 offers a bit more boot space – 488 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 88 L.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Arona carries very slightly more – 522 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 7 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo V90 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £62,300
V90

Volvo V90

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 398 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 88 km
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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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Volvo V90

The Volvo V90 blends Scandinavian elegance with estate practicality, delivering a composed ride and an interior that's both luxurious and perfectly sensible. Packed with clever storage and top-flight safety kit, it's the choice for buyers who want to look classy while hauling life's chaos — without making a fuss about it.

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SEAT Arona
Volvo V90

Costs and Consumption
Price
20,700 - 30,500 £
Price
62,300 - 71,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
120 - 132 g/km
co2
18 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 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
2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
400 L
Trunk capacity
488 L
Length
-
Length
4,945 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Width
1,879 mm
Height
-
Height
1,472 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,454 L
Payload
502 - 522 kg
Payload
515 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Power HP
398 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Torque
659 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Power kW
293 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
SEAT
Brand
Volvo
What drivetrain options does the SEAT Arona have?

The SEAT Arona is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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