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Aixam Minauto vs VW Amarok comparison

Compare performance (8 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (9,900 £ vs 43,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Aixam Minauto or VW Amarok?

Aixam Minauto vs VW Amarok: Key differences

Aixam Minauto

  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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VW Amarok

  • significantly more power
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Minauto

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Aixam Minauto is clearly cheaper – starting at 9,900 £ , while the VW Amarok costs 43,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,303 £.

Amarok

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the VW Amarok offers significantly more power – delivering 240 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 232 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Amarok delivers substantially more torque with 600 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 560 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: VW Amarok offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Aixam Minauto is considerably lighter – 425 kg compared to 2,262 kg. The difference is around 1,837 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Amarok carries substantially more – 983 kg compared to 250 kg. That’s a difference of about 733 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Aixam Minauto holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £9,900
Minauto

Aixam Minauto

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 8 HP
  • Electric Range 75 km
Aixam Minauto
VW Amarok

Costs and Consumption

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Aixam Minauto

The Aixam Minauto is a tiny, no-nonsense city microcar from Aixam that prioritizes ease of parking and low running costs over outright performance. It suits urban commuters who want a compact, economical runabout with basic comfort and safety, though buyers should expect limited pace and cabin space compared with conventional cars.

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VW Amarok

The VW Amarok is a surprisingly refined pickup that blends rugged capability with car-like comfort, feeling equally at home on a worksite or a weekend escape. Practical, well‑mannered and a little bit charismatic, it’s a smart choice for buyers who need honest utility without sacrificing everyday drivability — and yes, it can be oddly addictive to drive.

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Aixam Minauto
VW Amarok

Costs and Consumption

Price
9,900 - 10,900 £
Price
43,200 - 64,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 10.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
75 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
226 - 270 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
425 kg
Curb weight
2,262 - 2,423 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
5,350 mm
Width
1,500 mm
Width
1,910 mm
Height
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Height
1,871 - 1,884 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
250 kg
Payload
883 - 983 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
8 HP
Power HP
170 - 240 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Torque
21 - 40 Nm
Torque
405 - 600 Nm
Number of Cylinders
2
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
6 kW
Power kW
125 - 177 kW
Engine capacity
479 cm3
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,993 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Aixam
Brand
VW
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