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Matrix LED head-lamps, 360º "Top-View" camera set, pop-out door handles & powered tailgate. Keyless entry + remote parking from the My CUPRA app.
Reference: Manual pp. 6–10, 204-233
77 kWh high-voltage battery, up to 210 kW DC fast-charge (≈ 10-80% in 30 min). Home-schedule charging & bidirectional Home Energy Management ready.
Reference: Manual pp. 73-91
Single-motor RWD or twin-motor AWD. Five Drive Profiles (Range, Comfort, CUPRA, Performance, Individual). Steering-paddle energy-recuperation and e-Sound for acoustic presence.
Reference: Manual pp. 149-164
7 airbags incl. a central airbag between front seats. Pre-Crash system, seat-belt tensioners & force limiters.
Reference: Manual pp. 37-55
ACC with predictive speed, Lane/Side/Travel Assist, Emergency Assist, Park Pilot, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Traffic-sign recognition, Drowsiness & Attention monitors.
Reference: Manual pp. 170-233
5.3-inch cluster + 15-inch infotainment + AR Head-Up Display. Widgets can be rearranged; online nav, OTA updates, wireless CarPlay/Android Auto, in-car Wi-Fi, CUPRA Connect remote services.
Reference: Manual pp. 15-36, 237-257
Dual-zone Clima with heat-pump option, panoramic roof, massage sports seats, 540 L boot, 1,400 kg towing (factory hitch), roof-rail system.
Reference: Manual pp. 114-146, 288-305
Electronic parking brake + Auto-Hold, 12 V & USB-C outlets, wireless phone charger, over-the-air map & software updates, digital manual in the infotainment.
Reference: Manual pp. 112-135, 237-254
Tyre-repair kit, flat-bed towing eye, 12 V jump-start posts, service intervals shown in the Status screen, 8-yr/160,000 km HV-battery warranty.
Reference: Manual pp. 305-331, 344-355
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Explore and compare both vehicles in 3D
A punchy petrol pocket-SUV versus a bold all-electric coupe-SUV: the SEAT Arona FR and the 2024 CUPRA Tavascan sit at opposite ends of the VW-Group crossover family. Arona keeps things light, affordable and city-friendly with a 110 PS 1.0-litre turbo and a 400-litre boot; Tavascan brings 340 PS of dual-motor power, a 77 kWh battery and 540 litres of cargo space, priced roughly €23.5k more but offering five-second 0-100 km/h sprints and 520 km WLTP range. The table below lines up the headline facts so you can see where each car excels.
| Spec / Feature | SEAT Arona FR (2024 1.0 TSI 110) | CUPRA Tavascan VZ (2024 AWD 77 kWh) |
|---|---|---|
| Segment / platform | Small B-SUV, MQB-A0 | Mid-size electric SUV-coupé, MEB |
| Powertrain | 1.0 TSI 3-cyl petrol, 81 kW (110 PS), 200 Nm, 6-sp manual/7-sp DSG, FWD | Dual e-motors, 250 kW (340 PS), 545 Nm, AWD, 1-speed |
| 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) | 9.8 s (DSG) | 5.5 s |
| Top speed | 190 km/h (118 mph) | 180 km/h (112 mph) limited |
| Energy / fuel | Petrol; WLTP combined 47-50 mpg (≈ 5.7-6.0 l/100 km) | 77 kWh usable battery; WLTP range 550 km (342 mi) |
| DC charge time 10-80 % | n/a (refuel < 5 min) | 28 min @ 135 kW |
| Length × width × height | 4 153 × 1 780 × 1 552 mm | 4 644 × 1 861 × 1 597 mm |
| Boot capacity (seats up) | 400 L | 540 L |
| Towing (braked) | 1 200 kg* (1.5 TSI) / not rated for 1.0 TSI | 1 200 kg |
| Infotainment highlight | 9.2" floating touchscreen + 10.25" Digital Cockpit, SEAT CONNECT app | 15" central display + AR head-up + My CUPRA app, OTA updates |
| ADAS / safety | ACC, Lane & Travel Assist, 5-star Euro NCAP (2022 update) | ACC w/ predictive nav, Travel & Side Assist, 5-star Euro NCAP (2024) |
| UK RRP (2024) | €32,500 FR Limited Edition; range from ~€26.5k | €55,990–€71,990 depending on trim/battery |
| Running-cost snapshot | Insurance group 11–12; petrol tax band €230/yr | VED €0 (first year), €435 "luxury EV" supplement >€47k; home charging ≈ 0.18€/km† |
| Who it suits | City drivers, new owners wanting sporty looks, low entry price & easy parking | Tech-hungry early EV adopters needing long-range, fast-charge touring and hot-hatch pace |
†Based on European average 0.35 €/kWh domestic tariff and real-world 5.5 km/kWh efficiency.
Use this table to decide whether you're after efficient petrol practicality or all-electric performance and tech flair.
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