Jeep Grand Cherokee vs VW Amarok – Differences & prices compared

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

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.

VW Amarok has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 43200 £, while the Jeep Grand Cherokee costs 85600 £. That’s a price difference of around 42391 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Jeep Grand Cherokee manages with 2.90 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the VW Amarok with 8.60 L. The difference is about 5.70 L per 100 km.

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 Jeep Grand Cherokee has a evident edge – offering 380 HP compared to 240 HP. That’s roughly 140 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jeep Grand Cherokee is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 6.30 s, while the VW Amarok takes 8.80 s. That’s about 2.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Jeep Grand Cherokee performs minimal better – reaching 210 km/h, while the VW Amarok tops out at 190 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jeep Grand Cherokee pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 637 Nm compared to 600 Nm. That’s about 37 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, the VW Amarok is slight lighter – 2262 kg compared to 2434 kg. The difference is around 172 kg.

When it comes to payload, VW Amarok noticeable takes the win – 983 kg compared to 641 kg. That’s a difference of about 342 kg.

All in all, the Jeep Grand Cherokee shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.