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Ford Kuga vs VW Amarok - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (243 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (34200 £ vs 43200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Kuga or VW Amarok?

Ford Kuga

3.9 (3 Reviews)
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VW Amarok

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

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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.

Ford Kuga has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34200 £, while the VW Amarok costs 43200 £. That’s a price difference of around 8995 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Kuga manages with 2.80 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the VW Amarok with 8.60 L. The difference is about 5.80 L per 100 km.

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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 Ford Kuga has a minimal edge – offering 243 HP compared to 240 HP. That’s roughly 3 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Kuga is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 7.30 s, while the VW Amarok takes 8.80 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Kuga performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 200 km/h, while the VW Amarok tops out at 190 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Amarok pulls decisively stronger with 600 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 360 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Ford Kuga is clearly lighter – 1526 kg compared to 2262 kg. The difference is around 736 kg.

When it comes to payload, VW Amarok significantly takes the win – 983 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 433 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Ford Kuga proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Kuga is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £34,200
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Ford Kuga

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 243 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.8 - 6.8 L
  • Electric Range : 68 km
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Ford Kuga

3.9 (3 Reviews)
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The Kuga is Ford’s adaptable family SUV that blends usable space with a surprisingly lively driving character, making daily commutes and weekend escapes equally enjoyable. With smart interior packaging, an easy-to-use infotainment setup and composed road manners, it’s a sensible choice for buyers who want a bit of fun without the fuss.

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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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3.9 (3 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
34200 - 46300 £
Price
43200 - 64100 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 10.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
68 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
1.1 - 14.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
55 - 154 g/km
co2
226 - 270 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1526 - 1859 kg
Curb weight
2262 - 2423 kg
Trunk capacity
412 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4604 - 4645 mm
Length
5350 mm
Width
1882 mm
Width
1910 mm
Height
1673 - 1681 mm
Height
1871 - 1884 mm
Max trunk capacity
1534 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
541 - 550 kg
Payload
883 - 983 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 243 HP
Power HP
170 - 240 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
195 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Torque
240 Nm
Torque
405 - 600 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
111 - 178 kW
Power kW
125 - 177 kW
Engine capacity
1496 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1996 - 2993 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Ford
Brand
VW

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What drivetrain options does the Ford Kuga have?

The Ford Kuga is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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