Compare performance (150 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (20700 £ vs 17300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Arona or VW Polo?
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 17300 £ , while the SEAT Arona costs 20700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3442 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Polo manages with 5.10 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the SEAT Arona with 5.30 L. The difference is about 0.20 L per 100 km.
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 8.30 s. That’s about 1.80 s faster.
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.
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.
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.
The VW Polo is far ahead overall 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.
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.
detailsThe 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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Price
20700 - 30500 £
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Price
17300 - 30800 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
120 - 132 g/km
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co2
116 - 148 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1188 - 1268 kg
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Curb weight
1143 - 1378 kg
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Trunk capacity
400 L
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Trunk capacity
351 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1780 mm
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Width
1751 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
502 - 522 kg
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Payload
432 - 457 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
95 - 150 HP
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Power HP
80 - 207 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
175 - 250 Nm
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Torque
93 - 320 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
70 - 110 kW
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Power kW
59 - 152 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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Brand
SEAT
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Brand
VW
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.