SEAT Arosa first generation
The SEAT Arosa first generation (1997–2004): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 11 versions in the United Kingdom.
Model codes: 6H · Sold in: European Union and United Kingdom
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,540–3,550 mm RDW | 3,551 mm |
| Width | 1,640 mm Traficom | 1,639 mm |
| Height | 1,460 mm RDW | 1,460 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,320 mm RDW | 2,323 mm |
| Front track | 1,347–1,387 mm ASTRA | – |
| Rear track | 1,376–1,400 mm ASTRA | – |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 855–911 kg RDW | – |
| Mass in running order | 955–1,011 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,340–1,415 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 650–800 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 450 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 4 RDW | – |
| Doors | 2 RDW | – |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 160 km/h RDW | 151–205 km/h |
| Torque | 84–195 Nm ASTRA | 84–195 Nm |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 155/70R13, 175/65R13, 185/55R14, 195/45R15
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia (en, de), Traficom type approvals (Finland), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 years and older | 66.8% (65.7–68.0) | 69.2% | 6,279 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 46.9% | 41.6% |
| Brakes | 41.0% | 36.4% |
| Tyres | 33.8% | 31.2% |
| Lights and electrics | 32.3% | 28.8% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 31.4% | 18.6% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 26.9% | 17.1% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
All 11 versions of the SEAT Arosa first generation
United Kingdom 11 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003–20041.0 (50 PS) · 1.0 (50 PS) up to December 2002 | 1.0 L | 37 kW (50 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 5.8 L/100 km NEDC | 139 g/km |
| 2003–20041.4 MPI Auto (60 PS) | 1.4 L | 44 kW (60 PS) | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 7.5 L/100 km NEDC | 180 g/km |
| 2003–20041.4 16V Sport (100 PS) | 1.4 L | 74 kW (100 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.7 L/100 km NEDC | 161 g/km |
| 2001–20031.4 Tdi · 1.4 TDI | 1.4 L | – | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 4.4 L/100 km NEDC | 119 g/km |
| 2001–20021.0 & S Models (50 bhp) · 1.0 (50 bhp) | 1.0 L | 37 kW (51 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 5.8 L/100 km NEDC | 139 g/km |
| 2000–20021.4 60 bhp · 1.4 Auto S (60 bhp) · 1.4 MPI Auto (60 bhp) | 1.4 L | 45 kW (61 PS) | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 7.5 L/100 km NEDC | 180 g/km |
| 2001–20021.4 16v Sport (100 bhp) | 1.4 L | 75 kW (101 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.7 L/100 km NEDC | 161 g/km |
| 2000–20011.4 16V 100 bhp · 1.4 16v Sport (100 bhp) | 1.4 L | 75 kW (101 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.6 L/100 km NEDC | 158 g/km |
| 20011.4 Tdi S (75 bhp) | 1.4 L | 56 kW (76 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 4.4 L/100 km NEDC | 119 g/km |
| 20001.0 50 bhp | 1.0 L | 37 kW (51 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 5.6 L/100 km NEDC | 134 g/km |
| 20001.7 SDI 60 bhp | 1.7 L | 45 kW (61 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 4.4 L/100 km NEDC | 119 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.