SEAT has launched its new Arona crossover to the Irish market, writes Trish Whelan.
Arona is the younger brother to the Ateca in the SEAT range, and is the brand’s third model launch this year after the upgraded Leon and the new Ibiza.
Trims are S, SE, FR & XCELLENCE.
Three petrol engines offered are a 3-cylinder, 1.0 with 95hp linked to a five-speed manual gearbox; the same engine with 115hp and a six-speed manual gearbox or dual-clutch seven-speed DSG transmission; and a new four-cylinder, 150hp connected to a six-speed manual gearbox. Diesel options are the 1.6 with 95hp and 115hp. The 95hp can be paired with a five-speed manual transmission or the seven-speed DSG, and the 115hp with a six-speed gearbox.
Prices are from €17,995-€24,215.00.
Prices are from €17,995-€24,215.00.