SEAT Arona SUV in-depth review - Carbuyer

The SEAT Arona shares its mechanical structure with the SEAT Ibiza supermini and it’s best to think of it as an upgraded version of that car. It offers Ibiza buyers an opportunity to opt for something a little bigger, more practical and more distinctive, while maintaining the Ibiza's qualities of sensible running costs, agile handling and stylish design. It's a likeable package that doesn't deliver the last word in driving excitement but should be a pleasure for any young family to live with.

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[johnnywires]

why do reviewers keep going on about the plastics in a car.do we start rubbing and kissing and caressing them while we drive?who cares.as a car it looks ok and i personally like 'simple'.it would be a good idea if reliability is also conveyed during your reviews.its a big talking point with me and people around me.would be nice if reliability was talked about on all the cars reviewed.just a thought.

[sullysullivan]

Was this video sponsored by the Citroen c3 aircross ?

[fabian]

The boot looks better finished than the cabin!

[lesbrown]

Why is it only reviewers seem obsessed with plastic? Just been for a test drive & ordered one, never even noticed the plastic.

[Max-fdpx]

1 like just because of the style of the journalist!

[scruffywuffy]

that's some nice durable plastic in there.

[grantmarshall]

Any idea if the diesel version is available with dsg gearbox? I'm a male in my 40s with two gammy legs! Many thanks in advance!

[matthewmuckian]

It’s bland because your test car is the SE specification.

[shuttayerface]

UK Arona DSG lux ordered w8 2018 delivery is to be w46. I was originally told 12 week wait so cancelled and now have a BMW :)

[jenssrensen]

I wonder why cars has build inn wireless charging points whilst having Apple carplay and Android auto as well. if you got an smartphone you will want to use this (must plug in usb port) and then the changing happends anyway...

[peterosullivan]

don't mess around James, just say you prefer the Citroen

[fitaliano]

Great review and nice coat James! May I ask where you got it from?

[chattysteve]

"What Car" Gave The Seat Arona " Five Stars" One Of The Best Small SUV`s On The the Market ! Who do you Believe ??

[jamiep]

I wish SEAT has used some Soft Touch Materials

[lnteIIigence]

It'd perhaps make a good rental...

[galloping]

Good to see you James... review not up to usual standard as lots of repetition of words and phrases, almost as if nobody proof read the script??detracted from the review.

[gordonmccartney]

When you place the 2nd suitcase in the boot there is no way that boot lid is closing!!

[randyrandier]

Grab handles with hooks to hang coats - no. Pockets to store small items on back of the front seats - no. Basic stitching on the seats to give them more of a structure and hence comfort to the occupants - no. Fixed central armrest is positioned way too far back to be of any use.

[davidtvbox]

why is the front number of the car white, and the rear orange?

[GeorgeX.]

I like seat's design but as others said, this a bit boring.Yes you can personalize it i have seen different cars in reviews and they look good, but i would take the ibiza any day...