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SEAT Ibiza vs VW Polo comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (16,800 £ vs 17,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Ibiza or VW Polo?

SEAT Ibiza vs VW Polo: Key differences

SEAT Ibiza

  • very slightly cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • only slightly lighter
  • barely more trunk space
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VW Polo

4.1 (3 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Ibiza

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

SEAT Ibiza is very slightly cheaper – starting at 16,800 £ , while the VW Polo costs 17,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 416 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Ibiza uses 5 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the VW Polo with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

Polo

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 VW Polo offers noticeably 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 Ibiza takes 8.1 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Polo delivers visibly more torque with 320 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm more.

Ibiza

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 Ibiza is only slightly lighter – 1,111 kg compared to 1,143 kg. The difference is around 32 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SEAT Ibiza offers barely more boot space – 355 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 4 L.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Ibiza 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 is decisively ahead 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 £17,300
Polo

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/100km
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The SEAT Ibiza is a cheeky, well-priced hatchback that blends sharp styling with a grown-up driving character, making it a smart choice for city commuters who still want a bit of fun. Inside it's practical and neatly finished, with sensible kit and easygoing manners that make everyday life less fussy — a car that doesn't try too hard but gets the job done with a smile.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
16,800 - 28,600 £
Price
17,300 - 30,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
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
114 - 128 g/km
co2
116 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,111 - 1,231 kg
Curb weight
1,143 - 1,378 kg
Trunk capacity
355 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,780 mm
Width
1,751 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
489 - 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
80 - 150 HP
Power HP
80 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 15.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
95 - 250 Nm
Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
59 - 110 kW
Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
SEAT
Brand
VW
Is the SEAT Ibiza offered with different drivetrains?

The SEAT Ibiza is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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