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Seat Arona – doing well, the little one
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Small crossovers like the Seat Arona are popular. You sit a little higher than usual in a small car, making it easy to get in and out. But is that enough? At least it cuts a good figure during the main inspections at the TÜV.
The Seat Arona has been on the market since the end of 2017; The technical brother of the VW T-Cross and Skoda Kamiq is one of the bestsellers of the Spanish VW subsidiary. TÜV knows what the quality of the small crossover is like.
Quality
The Seat Arona is 4.14 meters long.
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So far, the Seat Arona has left a good impression in the TÜV general inspections. Its defect rates are below the average of all vehicles tested. But he is not entirely without fault. The TÜV inspectors criticize the high level of wear on the brake discs and steering joints. However, the axle suspension and axle springs are unremarkable. The exhaust system and oil loss check points also don't cause any problems.
Body and interior
The Seat Arona's space is quite decent. The choice of materials in the interior has been improved by the facelift.
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Like its relatives, the 4.14 meter long Seat Arona is based on the A0 variant of the modular transverse matrix, which is specially designed for small cars. Its body shape is reminiscent of an SUV – but without appearing particularly bulky. There is no all-wheel drive. The space in the five-door car is quite decent, and the driver is happy about a slightly raised seat.
The trunk volume is 400 liters. If you fold down the rear seat backs, up to 1280 liters can fit in the luggage compartment.
At the end of 2021, the Seat Arona received a facelift.
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At the end of 2021, the Arona received a facelift, recognizable by the modified radiator grille. Inside, the crossover has been upgraded with, among other things, higher-quality materials on the dashboard as well as a digital cockpit and larger displays.
Engines and drive
A 1.0-liter three-cylinder turbo is offered in versions with 70 kW/95 HP and 85 kW/115 HP (since the end of 2020: 81 kW/110 HP). On average you are content with 5 liters. If you like something sharper, you can choose the 1.5-liter four-cylinder turbo with 110 kW/150 hp, which also has a consumption of 5 liters according to the standard. The top engine is equipped with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission (DSG) at the factory; this is available as an alternative to the six-speed manual gearbox for the 115 hp turbo. The smallest petrol engine has a manual five-speed gearbox on board. A 66 kW/90 hp natural gas version (TGI) based on the three-cylinder turbo gasoline engine was available between 2019 and 2023.
The trunk holds 400 liters, up to 1280 liters with the backrest folded down.
(Photo: Seat)
At the market launch, Seat also offered a 1.6-liter diesel with 95 and 115 hp for the Arona, with between 4 and 4.5 liters flowing through the lines. As an alternative to the manual five-speed gearbox, first-time buyers could order a seven-speed DSG for the 95 hp expansion level; the 115 hp diesel was only delivered with a six-speed manual gearbox. In mid-2019 (115 hp) or summer 2020, Seat took the diesel engines out of the range. Also
Equipment and security
As is typical for small cars, the basic version “Reference” is only suitable for those who are willing to go without. Air conditioning and infotainment systems are only on board from the “Style” version onwards. The “Xcellence” comfort level has, among other things, a 17-inch model, two-tone paint, automatic climate control and ambient lighting on board. “FR” focuses on sportiness and offers sports seats. Since the facelift, the Xperience line has replaced the Xcellence comfort level. It relies on an off-road look with, among other things, all-round plastic paneling.
An emergency braking assistant is always on board, and additional assistants such as blind spot warning and reversing camera were able to be booked by first-time buyers. Since the facelift, Travel Assist has also been available; it automatically adapts the speed to the traffic flow.
Conclusion
The slightly higher seating position, the good space and its good performance so far in the TÜV general inspections speak in favor of the Seat Arona. According to mobile.de's evaluation, around 5,000 used Seat Aronas are currently offered for sale on this platform. It starts at around 9,000 euros.
