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SEAT Arona vs VW Caddy - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (150 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (19300 £ vs 27800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Arona or VW Caddy?

SEAT Arona

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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VW Caddy

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 VW Caddy costs 27800 £. That’s a price difference of around 8457 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Caddy manages with 0.50 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the SEAT Arona with 5.40 L. The difference is about 4.90 L per 100 km.

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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 has a edge – offering compared to . That’s roughly more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the SEAT Arona is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 8.40 s, while the VW Caddy takes 11.40 s. That’s about 3 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the SEAT Arona performs to a small extent better – reaching 210 km/h, while the VW Caddy tops out at 186 km/h. The difference is around 24 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Caddy pulls distinct stronger with 320 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 70 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: VW Caddy offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, SEAT Arona is noticeable lighter – 1188 kg compared to 1575 kg. The difference is around 387 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Caddy performs clearly better – up to 3700 L, which is about 2420 L more than the SEAT Arona.

When it comes to payload, VW Caddy evident takes the win – 710 kg compared to 522 kg. That’s a difference of about 188 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Caddy shows itself to be wins the duel decisively 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 £27,800
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VW Caddy

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 6.9 L
  • Electric Range : 116 - 121 km
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SEAT Arona

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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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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VW Caddy

The VW Caddy is the Swiss-army knife of compact vans — practical, surprisingly refined, and ready to swap a weekend adventure for a grocery run without breaking a sweat. It’s user-friendly, comfortable enough for daily driving, and sensible for buyers who want utility with a dash of style and no drama.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
19300 - 29300 £
Price
27800 - 45900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
116 - 121 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
122 - 128 g/km
co2
10 - 165 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1188 - 1268 kg
Curb weight
1575 - 1998 kg
Trunk capacity
400 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4153 mm
Length
4500 - 4853 mm
Width
1780 mm
Width
1855 mm
Height
1537 mm
Height
1819 - 1860 mm
Max trunk capacity
1280 L
Max trunk capacity
2556 - 3700 L
Payload
502 - 522 kg
Payload
501 - 710 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 11.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 14 s
Max Speed
182 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
173 - 186 km/h
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Torque
220 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
SEAT
Brand
VW

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Is the SEAT Arona offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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