SEAT Arona
The SEAT Arona is a five-seat SUV produced from 2017 onwards, powered by a three-cylinder petrol engine with a displacement of 1,040 cm³ and output of 82 kW. It measures 4,220 mm in length, weighs 1,231 kg, and achieves a top speed of 185 km/h with CO₂ emissions of 128 g/km. In Norway, new registrations totalled 54 units between 2019 and 2020, with a notable decline from 50 registrations in 2019 to just 4 in 2020. The model has been subject to 5 recalls registered in the EU Safety Gate database.
| Manufacturer | SEAT |
|---|---|
| Production | From 2017 |
| Body type | SUV |
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Engine power | 82 kW (111 hp) |
| CO₂ (WLTP) | 125 g/km |
| Kerb weight | 1,216 kg |
| Displacement | 1,020 cc |
| Top speed | 185 km/h |
| Length | 4,146 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,780 mm |
| Height | 1,541 mm |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 5 |
Engine power, CO₂ and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages across the 27 European countries that registered the SEAT Arona in 2025 (62,709 cars). Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations in Norway
Number of SEAT Arona registered for the first time in Norway per year.
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations by country (2025)
Number of SEAT Arona cars registered for the first time across 27 European countries in 2025.
| Country | Registrations |
|---|---|
| Spain | 20,279 |
| Germany | 16,208 |
| United Kingdom | 6,674 |
| Italy | 5,123 |
| France | 3,655 |
| Austria | 2,213 |
| Portugal | 2,049 |
| Belgium | 1,819 |
| Sweden | 950 |
| Poland | 831 |
| Ireland | 785 |
| Netherlands | 492 |
| Czechia | 308 |
| Denmark | 197 |
| Greece | 184 |
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the SEAT Arona (from registration data). 3 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 l · 3-cyl | – | – | 184 km/h | – | – |
| 1.5 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 208 km/h | – | – |
| 1.6 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 178 km/h | – | – |
Source: RDW (NL). European engine variants.
Other SEAT models
Similar SUV models
Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 89% of SEAT Aronas pass their MOT test first time, based on 38,471 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
5 recalls recorded in the EU Safety Gate (European market) for the SEAT Arona. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
The product does not comply with the requirements laid down in the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2021-12-03
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2020-06-26
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2025-08-01
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
There is therefore an increased risk of injury in the event of an accident.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2018-07-27
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
As a result, the vehicle could roll, possibly leading to an accident.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2019-04-12
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all SEAT recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the top speed of the SEAT Arona?
- The SEAT Arona has a rated top speed of 185 km/h.
- How much power does the SEAT Arona have?
- The SEAT Arona produces 82 kW (111 hp).
- What are the dimensions of the SEAT Arona?
- The SEAT Arona is 4,146 mm long, 1,780 mm wide and 1,541 mm tall.
- How much does the SEAT Arona weigh?
- The SEAT Arona has a kerb weight of about 1,216 kg.
- What are the CO2 emissions of the SEAT Arona?
- The SEAT Arona emits 125 g/km of CO2 (WLTP).
- How many seats does the SEAT Arona have?
- The SEAT Arona has 5 seats.