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Isuzu D-Max vs VW Amarok - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (163 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (34300 £ vs 43200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Isuzu D-Max or VW Amarok?

Isuzu D-Max

4.3 (1 Reviews)
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VW Amarok

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

Amarok

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.

Isuzu D-Max has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34300 £ , while the VW Amarok costs 43200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8960 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Amarok manages with 8.60 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the Isuzu D-Max with 8.70 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

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 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 240 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 77 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Amarok is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 8.80 s, while the Isuzu D-Max takes 12.60 s. That’s about 3.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Amarok performs slight better – reaching 190 km/h, while the Isuzu D-Max tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

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

Amarok

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Isuzu D-Max is a bit lighter – 1905 kg compared to 2262 kg. The difference is around 357 kg.

When it comes to payload, Isuzu D-Max to a small extent takes the win – 1095 kg compared to 983 kg. That’s a difference of about 112 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Amarok is clearly superior overall 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.

Isuzu D-Max
VW Amarok

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Amarok

VW Amarok

  • Engine Type : Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 240 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 8.6 - 10.3 L

Isuzu D-Max

4.3 (1 Reviews)
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The Isuzu D-Max wears its workhorse credentials with quiet confidence, delivering rugged practicality and a cabin that keeps things simple and sensible. If you want a dependable truck that gets on with the job without fuss—and even manages a bit of comfort on the road—the D-Max is a smart, no-nonsense pick.

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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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Isuzu D-Max
VW Amarok

Costs and Consumption

Price
34300 - 50100 £
Price
43200 - 64100 £
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 9 L
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 10.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
228 - 235 g/km
co2
226 - 270 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
76 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
2 - 4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1905 - 2110 kg
Curb weight
2262 - 2423 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5280 - 5320 mm
Length
5350 mm
Width
1810 - 1870 mm
Width
1910 mm
Height
1770 - 1790 mm
Height
1871 - 1884 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
990 - 1095 kg
Payload
883 - 983 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
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
163 HP
Power HP
170 - 240 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.60 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Torque
360 Nm
Torque
405 - 600 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
120 kW
Power kW
125 - 177 kW
Engine capacity
1898 cm3
Engine capacity
1996 - 2993 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Isuzu
Brand
VW
Is the Isuzu D-Max offered with different drivetrains?

The Isuzu D-Max is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.