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SEAT Arona vs VW Polo – Which model is better for everyday use?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether SEAT Arona or VW Polo fits your lifestyle better.

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.

VW Polo has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17000 £, while the SEAT Arona costs 19300 £. That’s a price difference of around 2301 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Polo manages with 5.10 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the SEAT Arona with 5.40 L. The difference is about 0.30 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 VW Polo has a evident edge – offering 207 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 57 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Polo is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the SEAT Arona takes 8.40 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Polo performs slightly better – reaching 240 km/h, while the SEAT Arona tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Polo pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 320 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, VW Polo is hardly perceptible lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1188 kg. The difference is around 45 kg.

In terms of boot space, the SEAT Arona offers to a small extent more room – 400 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 49 L.

In maximum load capacity, the SEAT Arona performs somewhat better – up to 1280 L, which is about 155 L more than the VW Polo.

When it comes to payload, SEAT Arona to a small extent takes the win – 522 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW Polo proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Polo is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £17,000
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VW Polo

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 80 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.1 - 6.5 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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VW Polo

The Polo is a small car with surprisingly grown-up refinement, delivering comfortable packaging, crisp handling and a build quality that punches above its class. For buyers who want a practical, fuss-free hatch that still feels a little premium, it’s a sensible, slightly cheeky choice you’ll enjoy every day.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
19300 - 29300 £
Price
17000 - 30400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
122 - 128 g/km
co2
116 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1188 - 1268 kg
Curb weight
1143 - 1378 kg
Trunk capacity
400 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
4153 mm
Length
4074 mm
Width
1780 mm
Width
1751 mm
Height
1537 mm
Height
1431 - 1451 mm
Max trunk capacity
1280 L
Max trunk capacity
1125 L
Payload
502 - 522 kg
Payload
432 - 457 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, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Power HP
80 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 11.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
Max Speed
182 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
171 - 240 km/h
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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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