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Honda Civic vs VW Amarok comparison

Compare performance (184 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (32,500 £ vs 43,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda Civic or VW Amarok?

Honda Civic vs VW Amarok: Key differences

Honda Civic

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  • noticeably cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially lighter
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VW Amarok

  • noticeably more power
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Civic

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Honda Civic is noticeably cheaper – starting at 32,500 £ , while the VW Amarok costs 43,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,752 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Honda Civic uses 4.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the VW Amarok with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 3.9 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 VW Amarok offers noticeably more power – delivering 240 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 56 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Honda Civic is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.8 s, while the VW Amarok takes 8.8 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Amarok delivers clearly more torque with 600 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 285 Nm more.

Civic

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Honda Civic is substantially lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 2,262 kg. The difference is around 745 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Amarok carries significantly more – 983 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 586 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Honda Civic stands well ahead of its rival 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 £32,500
Civic

Honda Civic

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 184 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.7 - 5 L/100km
Honda Civic
VW Amarok

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Honda Civic

The Honda Civic mixes practical daily usability with a surprisingly engaging driving character, wrapping clever interior design and dependable engineering in a tidy, modern package. It’s a smart buy for drivers who want sensible reliability, a bit of fun behind the wheel, and a shape that never looks like it’s trying too hard.

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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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Honda Civic
VW Amarok

Costs and Consumption

Price
32,500 - 35,500 £
Price
43,200 - 64,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 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
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
108 - 114 g/km
co2
226 - 270 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,533 kg
Curb weight
2,262 - 2,423 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
5,350 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,910 mm
Height
-
Height
1,871 - 1,884 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
348 - 397 kg
Payload
883 - 983 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
170 - 240 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Torque
315 Nm
Torque
405 - 600 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
125 - 177 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 cm3
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,993 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Honda
Brand
VW
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