2022 Seat Arona

The new SEAT Arona revamps the compact SUV segment with a more rugged exterior design and a revolutionised interior look, building on the incredible success of one of the brand's key pillars since its introduction in 2017.

SEAT's design and engineering teams have completely updated the urban SUV's character to give it an even stronger off-road aesthetic, making it feel even more robust and safer, even when tackling the most challenging of urban environments.

The small SUV integrates larger floating-screen infotainment systems that, thanks to SEAT CONNECT, wireless access to Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, as well as voice recognition, provide an immersive, connected user experience.

Interior design

The SEAT Arona's interior is revolutionised, moving things in a new direction. The technical, precise lines and lighter proportions remain to achieve a feeling of spaciousness; the look and feel of the cabin is reimagined to improve perceived quality. Achieved through the introduction of new materials, digital and connected technologies and lighting systems to evolve its character. The new floating central infotainment system display is an obvious highlight in this new interior approach. The screen has grown on average by more than 20% compared to its predecessor - the standard screen is now 8.25", while the optional screen is 9.2".

In addition, its higher position in the cabin - at the driver's line of sight - improves its ergonomics, making it safer and more practical. Add to this the clear 10.25" Digital Cockpit and the interior of the new Ibiza is fully digital. The cabin gives a sense of space and comfort. Improvements have been made to the fit, finish and quality throughout; one highlight is the completely new soft dashboard, which linked to the new, ergonomic multifunction steering wheel in Nappa (available in Style as an option, and in Xperience and FR trims as standard) deliver an increased level of refinement. New upholstery also gives the interior space a greater level of value.

Exterior design

The SEAT Arona's exterior design is refreshed and rebalanced to deliver an even greater off-road character, giving it a more robust appearance and a greater perception of safety. From the front the already distinct, three-dimensional look is enhanced by the hot-stamped grill designs - there's a slight change for each of the trims available; Reference, Style, Xperience, (replacing Xcellence), and FR, while the front spoiler (in reflex silver or black coulour depending on the trim) emboldens the look.

Any vehicle's exterior lights are a window into its soul, and the SEAT Arona's shift to 100% LED headlamps technology as standard - LEDs and the option of an upgrade with Full LEDs - reinforce the front design cues while also offering better visibility with lower energy consumption. The front face of the SEAT Arona Xperience can be reinforced with the newly designed and positioned foglamps - available as an option - which increases the SUV-character. The customer can then choose between two different faces of the car.

Safety and convenience

The new SEAT Arona integrates a range of new driver assistance systems, making it safer than ever. Building on the breadth of systems already in place such as Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Front Assist, and Tiredness Recognition the rejuvenated vehicle now combines some of the most advanced driver assistance systems.

Travel Assist delivers semi-automatic driving across the whole speed range, making sure the vehicle maintains speed as the flow of traffic changes. Add to that Lane Assist, so that the vehicle is centred in the lane and Traffic Sign Recognition, so the vehicle always knows what the speed limit is for any given road and the SEAT Arona becomes an even more secure vehicle on the road.

But it doesn't end there. The updated vehicle also benefits from upgraded Side Assist taking the pressure off when changing lanes. Rear facing radars monitor the vehicle's blind spots up to 70 meters letting the driver know if there is a vehicle in the vicinity should they want to change lanes for example.