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.
VW Touareg has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 64300 £, while the Mercedes AMG GT costs 102500 £. That’s a price difference of around 38197 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Touareg manages with 5.20 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Mercedes AMG GT with 10.30 L. The difference is about 5.10 L per 100 km.
As for range, the VW Touareg performs decisively better – achieving up to 49 km, about 38 km more than the Mercedes AMG GT.
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 has a clearly edge – offering 816 HP compared to 462 HP. That’s roughly 354 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes AMG GT is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.80 s, while the VW Touareg takes 5.10 s. That’s about 2.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes AMG GT performs noticeable better – reaching 320 km/h, while the VW Touareg tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes AMG GT pulls decisively stronger with 1420 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 720 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: VW Touareg offers significantly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.
In curb weight, Mercedes AMG GT is slightly lighter – 1790 kg compared to 2059 kg. The difference is around 269 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Touareg offers decisively more room – 810 L compared to 321 L. That’s a difference of about 489 L.
When it comes to payload, VW Touareg decisively takes the win – 751 kg compared to 215 kg. That’s a difference of about 536 kg.
The VW Touareg proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Touareg is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsVolkswagen Touareg wraps a grown-up presence in a classy, well-appointed cabin that feels more like a premium saloon than an SUV. It glides with quiet composure, devours long journeys and tucks away clever tech that makes life easier whether you’re stuck in town or nipping off the beaten track.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
102500 - 194400 £
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Price
64300 - 88300 £
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Consumption L/100km
10.3 - 14 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 10.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
11 km
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Electric Range
47 - 49 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
14.30 kWh
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co2
235 - 319 g/km
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co2
119 - 239 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
70 L
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Fuel tank capacity
75 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
2
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Seats
5
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Doors
2
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1790 - 2195 kg
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Curb weight
2059 - 2470 kg
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Trunk capacity
182 - 321 L
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Trunk capacity
665 - 810 L
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Length
4728 mm
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Length
4878 - 4902 mm
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Width
1929 mm
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Width
1984 mm
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Height
1354 - 1359 mm
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Height
1693 - 1712 mm
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1675 - 1800 L
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Payload
170 - 215 kg
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Payload
550 - 751 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
435 - 816 HP
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Power HP
231 - 462 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 - 7.7 s
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Max Speed
280 - 320 km/h
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Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
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Torque
500 - 1420 Nm
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Torque
450 - 700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
6
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Power kW
320 - 600 kW
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Power kW
170 - 340 kW
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Engine capacity
1991 - 3982 cm3
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Engine capacity
2967 - 2995 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
VW
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The Mercedes AMG GT is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.