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Lexus RX vs VW Amarok comparison

Compare performance (371 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (63,300 £ vs 43,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RX or VW Amarok?

Lexus RX vs VW Amarok: Key differences

Lexus RX

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

  • substantially cheaper
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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

RX

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW Amarok is substantially cheaper – starting at 43,200 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,063 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus RX uses 3.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the VW Amarok with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 5.3 L/100km.

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 Lexus RX offers visibly more power – delivering 371 HP compared to 240 HP. That’s roughly 131 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RX is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 6.2 s, while the VW Amarok takes 8.8 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Amarok delivers marginally more torque with 600 Nm compared to 551 Nm. That’s about 49 Nm more.

RX

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, Lexus RX is slightly lighter – 2,040 kg compared to 2,262 kg. The difference is around 222 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Amarok carries clearly more – 983 kg compared to 620 kg. That’s a difference of about 363 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus RX is far ahead 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.

from £63,300
RX

Lexus RX

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 207 - 371 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 67 km
Lexus RX
VW Amarok

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Lexus RX

The Lexus RX glides through city streets with the kind of hushed refinement that turns mundane commutes into a private lounge. It mixes plush comfort and polished practicality in a package that suits buyers who want to arrive relaxed and a touch smug.

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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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Lexus RX
VW Amarok

Costs and Consumption

Price
63,300 - 87,400 £
Price
43,200 - 64,100 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8.1 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
67 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
75 - 183 g/km
co2
226 - 270 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,185 kg
Curb weight
2,262 - 2,423 kg
Trunk capacity
461 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
5,350 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,910 mm
Height
-
Height
1,871 - 1,884 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
575 - 620 kg
Payload
883 - 983 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
207 - 371 HP
Power HP
170 - 240 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Torque
551 Nm
Torque
405 - 600 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
152 - 273 kW
Power kW
125 - 177 kW
Engine capacity
2,393 - 2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,993 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Lexus
Brand
VW
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