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SEAT Refreshes Ibiza and Arona for Early 2026 With Tech, Trim and Design Upgrades

Ordering begins in November ahead of a January rollout, with pricing kept broadly unchanged.

Overview

  • SEAT confirms market arrival in January 2026 for both models, with dealers opening order books in November.
  • The facelift adds a new hexagonal grille, slimmer full-LED lights, redesigned bumpers, fresh wheel designs up to 18 inches and new colors, with the Arona also offering contrasting roof options.
  • Cabins gain higher‑grade materials, new seat fabrics and a sportier FR specification that brings bucket seats and additional styling cues.
  • Connectivity upgrades include wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on infotainment screens up to 9.2 inches, a new SEAT Sound audio system and a cooled 15 W wireless charger.
  • Powertrains remain gasoline‑only at launch with 1.0 MPI 80 hp (Ibiza), 1.0 TSI 95 hp and 115 hp, and a 1.5 TSI 150 hp with cylinder deactivation, paired with manual or DSG gearboxes; production continues in Martorell with three trims pitched as more equipment for roughly the same price.