SEAT Arona SUV, starting at 20700 £

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The SEAT Arona SUV impresses with 150 HP and an attractive starting price of 20700 £ . Here are all the details at a glance.

from about £20,700
Arona

SEAT Arona

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 95 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.3 - 5.8 L

Design & Presence

The SEAT Arona looks like a compact crossover that means business without shouting: crisp creases, a raised ride height and cheeky details give it street-smart SUV character in a footprint of just 4,153 mm long and 1,780 mm wide. The front end is modern and taut, while roof and trim colour options add personality for buyers who like a dash of style. From a distance it reads as practical and fashionable rather than bulky, which suits city owners who want SUV looks without the size penalty. Road presence is confident and easy to live with in tight parking or busy streets.

Interior & Usability

Inside the Arona the layout favours clear ergonomics and familiar controls, with materials that balance durability and flair—soft-touch surfaces where it matters and some hard plastics lower down. The seating position is raised for a good view out, and the cabin fits five with straightforward adjustment and supportive seats for daily commutes. The dashboard centres a touchscreen with logical menus and physical shortcut keys for common functions, keeping interaction simple on the move. Build quality is generally tidy for the class, so the interior feels more mainstream crossover than bargain-basement runaround.

Space & Everyday Practicality

Practicality is a strong point: the boot holds a useful 400 litres with the rear seats up and expands to 1,280 litres with them folded flat, making weekend gear and supermarket runs equally easy jobs. Rear legroom is competitive for the class, comfortably accommodating child seats and average-size adults on short to medium trips, while a 40-litre fuel tank keeps refuelling stops reasonable. Small-item storage is sensible, with door bins and cubbies positioned for everyday use. Payload and load-sill heights are civilised, which means fitting prams, boxes or a bike wheel won’t be a daily wrestling match.

Driving & Handling

The Arona drives with a predictable, confidence-inspiring balance: agile in town and composed on faster roads thanks to light steering and a compliant suspension setup that soaks up potholes without feeling floaty. Engine options include three-cylinder and four-cylinder petrols, with outputs from around 95 to 150 hp and 0–100 km/h times spanning roughly 11.3 to 8.4 seconds, so there’s a clear trade-off between economy and sportiness. Most buyers will find the 115 hp versions the sweet spot for everyday overtakes and motorway merging, while the 150 hp unit suits those who spend more time on fast roads. Only front-wheel drive is offered, but the chassis is tuned to be reassuring rather than entertaining, which matches the Arona’s role as a practical urban crossover.

Efficiency/Consumption & Range

Official consumption figures cluster around 5.4–5.6 L/100 km, with CO2 close to the low-120 g/km band, which translates into decent real-world fuel bills if driven sensibly. Expect typical mixed-driving economy to sit closer to about 6–7 L/100 km, meaning the 40-litre tank gives a realistic range in the order of 500–700 km depending on driving style and traffic. The lighter 1.0-litre versions will be kinder in urban stop-start use, while the 1.5-litre delivers stronger midrange at the cost of slightly higher consumption. For buyers prioritising low running costs, the lower-powered TSI units are the obvious pick; the 150 hp is there for those who need brisker performance at higher speeds.

Assistance & Infotainment

The Arona offers a familiar suite of driver aids and connected tech, including adaptive cruise options, lane-keeping assistance and parking sensors, with higher trims adding more autonomous features for stress-free motorway driving. The infotainment screen is responsive and supports smartphone mirroring, while available digital instrument displays modernise the cockpit without overcomplicating things. Seat comfort and visibility work well with the assistance systems to reduce fatigue on longer journeys. Overall the tech package is competitive for the segment and focuses on usefulness rather than gimmicks.

Who is it for?

The SEAT Arona is aimed at buyers who want the elevated position and practicality of an SUV in a compact, city-friendly package, combining sensible interior space with efficient petrol engines and straightforward technology. The range concentrates on the 1.0 TSI small-capacity units and a punchier 1.5 TSI, so choices cover pure economy, everyday usability and occasional motorway urgency without confusing the shopper. For families, young professionals or urban explorers who value versatility and low running costs, the Arona is a convincing, no-nonsense option in the crowded small-SUV market.

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Reviews

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Costs and Consumption
Price
20700 - 30500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
120 - 132 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1188 - 1268 kg
Trunk capacity
400 L
Length
-
Width
1780 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
502 - 522 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.1 s
Max Speed
-
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
SEAT

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Is the SEAT Arona offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.