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Audi Q8 vs VW Amarok comparison

Compare performance (640 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (77,300 £ vs 43,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 or VW Amarok?

Audi Q8 vs VW Amarok: Key differences

Audi Q8

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  • significantly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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VW Amarok

  • substantially cheaper
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Q8

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

VW Amarok is substantially cheaper – starting at 43,200 £ , while the Audi Q8 costs 77,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 34,077 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi Q8 uses 3.9 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the VW Amarok with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 4.7 L/100km.

Amarok

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi Q8 offers significantly more power – delivering 640 HP compared to 240 HP. That’s roughly 400 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the VW Amarok takes 8.8 s. That’s about 5.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 delivers markedly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 600 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.

Q8

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi Q8 is very slightly lighter – 2,175 kg compared to 2,262 kg. The difference is around 87 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Amarok carries noticeably more – 983 kg compared to 665 kg. That’s a difference of about 318 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q8 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 £77,300
Q8

Audi Q8

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 231 - 640 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.9 - 13.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 80 km
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Audi Q8

The Audi Q8 wraps coupe-like flair around a burly SUV stance, serving up a cabin dressed in premium materials and smart tech that puts comfort and swagger front and center. It’s composed and comfortable on long runs yet happy to play when asked, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want head-turning looks without surrendering everyday practicality.

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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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VW Amarok

Costs and Consumption
Price
77,300 - 137,100 £
Price
43,200 - 64,100 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 13.1 L/100km
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
80 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
88 - 297 g/km
co2
226 - 270 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,490 kg
Curb weight
2,262 - 2,423 kg
Trunk capacity
439 - 605 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
5,350 mm
Width
1,995 - 2,007 mm
Width
1,910 mm
Height
-
Height
1,871 - 1,884 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
620 - 665 kg
Payload
883 - 983 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 640 HP
Power HP
170 - 240 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
405 - 600 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
170 - 471 kW
Power kW
125 - 177 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,993 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Audi
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Audi Q8 have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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