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SEAT Arona vs VW Polo comparison
Compare performance (150 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (20,700 £ vs 17,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Arona or VW Polo?
SEAT Arona vs VW Polo: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Arona
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 is slightly cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the SEAT Arona costs 20,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,442 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Polo uses 5.1 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the SEAT Arona with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.
Polo
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 offers visibly more power – delivering 207 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 57 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Polo is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the SEAT Arona takes 8.3 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Polo delivers clearly more torque with 320 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 70 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, VW Polo is very slightly lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,188 kg. The difference is around 45 kg.
Looking at boot space, the SEAT Arona offers somewhat more boot space – 400 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 49 L.
When it comes to payload, the SEAT Arona carries somewhat more – 522 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW Polo 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.
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VW Polo
SEAT Arona
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SEAT Arona
The SEAT Arona is a compact crossover that blends practical, city-friendly packaging with a sporty, youthful design. It delivers a comfortable ride, an intuitive cabin and economical running costs, making it a sensible pick for daily drives and weekend getaways.
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VW Polo
The Polo is a well-built, comfortable hatchback that blends a refined cabin and composed manners into a compact package. It's easy to live with day to day, offering sensible space, tidy controls and reassuring quality that make it a practical choice for city or longer trips.
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SEAT Arona
VW Polo
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
20,700 - 30,300 £
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Price
17,300 - 30,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
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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
1,188 - 1,268 kg
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Curb weight
1,143 - 1,378 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
1,780 mm
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Width
1,751 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 - 1,498 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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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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