Compare performance (605 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (106600 £ vs 43200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes G Class or VW Amarok?
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 Mercedes G Class costs 106600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 63353 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Amarok manages with 8.60 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the Mercedes G Class with 8.70 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.
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 G Class has a convincingly edge – offering 605 HP compared to 240 HP. That’s roughly 365 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes G Class is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.40 s, while the VW Amarok takes 8.80 s. That’s about 4.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes G Class performs somewhat better – reaching 220 km/h, while the VW Amarok tops out at 190 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes G Class pulls convincingly stronger with 1164 Nm compared to 600 Nm. That’s about 564 Nm difference.
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, VW Amarok is minimal lighter – 2262 kg compared to 2485 kg. The difference is around 223 kg.
When it comes to payload, VW Amarok noticeable takes the win – 983 kg compared to 715 kg. That’s a difference of about 268 kg.
The Mercedes G Class proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes G Class is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The G-Class, often called the G‑Wagen, is a blocky icon that blends unapologetic off-road prowess with a plush, modern cabin, announcing your arrival before you even step out. It’s equally at home crawling over rocks or cruising city streets, and owning one feels like adopting a very expensive, very capable personality.
detailsThe 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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Price
106600 - 171000 £
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Price
43200 - 64100 £
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Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L
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Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 10.3 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
468 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
116 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 336 g/km
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co2
226 - 270 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
100 L
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Fuel tank capacity
80 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Off-Roader
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Body Type
Pickup
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
2485 - 3085 kg
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Curb weight
2262 - 2423 kg
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Trunk capacity
620 - 640 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4624 - 4873 mm
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Length
5350 mm
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Width
1931 - 1984 mm
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Width
1910 mm
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Height
1973 - 1983 mm
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Height
1871 - 1884 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1990 - 2010 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
415 - 715 kg
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Payload
883 - 983 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
387 - 605 HP
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Power HP
170 - 240 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 11.6 s
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Max Speed
180 - 220 km/h
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Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
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Torque
760 - 1164 Nm
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Torque
405 - 600 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
285 - 445 kW
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Power kW
125 - 177 kW
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Engine capacity
2989 - 3982 cm3
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Engine capacity
1996 - 2993 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
VW
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Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.