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Maxus T60 MAX vs VW Amarok comparison

Compare performance (215 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (40,800 £ vs 43,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Maxus T60 MAX or VW Amarok?

Maxus T60 MAX vs VW Amarok: Key differences

Maxus T60 MAX

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  • barely cheaper
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VW Amarok

  • somewhat more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

T60 MAX

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Maxus T60 MAX is barely cheaper – starting at 40,800 £ , while the VW Amarok costs 43,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,448 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Amarok uses 8.6 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Maxus T60 MAX with 9.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 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 VW Amarok offers somewhat more power – delivering 240 HP compared to 215 HP. That’s roughly 25 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Amarok is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.8 s, while the Maxus T60 MAX takes 11.9 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Amarok delivers somewhat more torque with 600 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, VW Amarok is barely lighter – 2,262 kg compared to 2,275 kg. The difference is around 13 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Maxus T60 MAX carries slightly more – 1,225 kg compared to 983 kg. That’s a difference of about 242 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Amarok 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 £43,200
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/100km
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The T60 MAX stands out with its rugged design and impressive capabilities, making it a solid choice for both work and adventure. Inside, drivers can expect a spacious cabin equipped with modern technology that enhances every journey. With its blend of comfort and durability, the T60 MAX is engineered to tackle any challenge, on or off the road.

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Maxus T60 MAX
VW Amarok

Costs and Consumption
Price
40,800 £
Price
43,200 - 64,100 £
Consumption L/100km
9.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 10.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
239 g/km
co2
226 - 270 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
4
Curb weight
2,275 kg
Curb weight
2,262 - 2,423 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
5,350 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Width
1,910 mm
Height
-
Height
1,871 - 1,884 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
1,225 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
215 HP
Power HP
170 - 240 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Torque
500 Nm
Torque
405 - 600 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
158 kW
Power kW
125 - 177 kW
Engine capacity
1,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,993 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Maxus
Brand
VW
Is the Maxus T60 MAX offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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