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Mercedes AMG GT vs VW Tayron comparison

Compare performance (816 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (102,500 £ vs 40,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes AMG GT or VW Tayron?

Mercedes AMG GT vs VW Tayron: Key differences

Mercedes AMG GT

  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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VW Tayron

4.5 (6 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • very slightly lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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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

AMG GT

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 Tayron is considerably cheaper – starting at 40,200 £ , while the Mercedes AMG GT costs 102,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 62,283 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tayron uses 1.5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes AMG GT with 10.3 L/100km. The difference is about 8.8 L/100km.

As for electric range, the VW Tayron offers clearly more range – reaching up to 123 km, about 112 km more than the Mercedes AMG GT.

Tayron

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes AMG GT offers considerably more power – delivering 816 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 544 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes AMG GT is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the VW Tayron takes 6.1 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes AMG GT delivers significantly more torque with 1,420 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 1,020 Nm more.

AMG GT

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: VW Tayron offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, VW Tayron is very slightly lighter – 1,682 kg compared to 1,790 kg. The difference is around 108 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tayron offers substantially more boot space – 885 L compared to 321 L. That’s a difference of about 564 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Tayron carries considerably more – 573 kg compared to 215 kg. That’s a difference of about 358 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tayron 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.

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Tayron

VW Tayron

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.5 - 8.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range 116 - 123 km
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Mercedes AMG GT

The Mercedes-AMG GT is a theatrical sports car with prowling looks and an aggressive exhaust note that announces its intentions the moment it fires up. It pairs ferocious performance with surprising everyday usability — a taut yet forgiving chassis and a cockpit that feels special — making sensible buyers suddenly very good at justifying indulgence.

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VW Tayron

The VW Tayron combines a roomy, practical interior with a composed, comfortable ride that suits both daily commuting and longer journeys. With a restrained, modern design and a focus on straightforward tech and safety, it’s a sensible choice for buyers who want Volkswagen refinement without unnecessary flash.

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Jack
4 May 2026, 15:16:08

Top suspension, performance more than adequate, trunk gigantic, and the Matrix headlights are great.

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Charley
12 Apr 2026, 05:53:48

Good-looking model. Comfortable but also sporty to drive.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
102,500 - 194,400 £
Price
40,200 - 56,000 £
Consumption L/100km
10.3 - 14 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
11 km
Electric Range
116 - 123 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
235 - 319 g/km
co2
33 - 192 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,790 - 2,195 kg
Curb weight
1,682 - 1,948 kg
Trunk capacity
182 - 321 L
Trunk capacity
705 - 885 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,929 mm
Width
1,853 - 1,866 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
170 - 215 kg
Payload
497 - 573 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
435 - 816 HP
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 1,420 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
320 - 600 kW
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Mercedes AMG GT?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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