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Nissan Leaf vs VW Amarok comparison

Compare performance (217 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 43,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Leaf or VW Amarok?

Nissan Leaf vs VW Amarok: Key differences

Nissan Leaf

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  • significantly cheaper
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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VW Amarok

  • barely more power
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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

Leaf

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Nissan Leaf is significantly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the VW Amarok costs 43,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,423 £.

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 barely more power – delivering 240 HP compared to 217 HP. That’s roughly 23 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Leaf is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the VW Amarok takes 8.8 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Amarok delivers significantly more torque with 600 Nm compared to 355 Nm. That’s about 245 Nm more.

Leaf

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Leaf is noticeably lighter – 1,864 kg compared to 2,262 kg. The difference is around 398 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Amarok carries substantially more – 983 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 539 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Leaf 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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Leaf

Nissan Leaf

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 176 - 217 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.7 - 13.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 436 - 624 km
Nissan Leaf
VW Amarok

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Dimensions and Body

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Nissan Leaf

The Nissan Leaf is a practical, easygoing electric hatch that turns daily commutes into a quiet, effortless affair while offering more cabin space than it lets on. It’s a sensible, wallet-friendly step into electrification for buyers who value comfort and simplicity over sporty drama, though those chasing long-distance thrills might look elsewhere.

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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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Nissan Leaf
VW Amarok

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 41,100 £
Price
43,200 - 64,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 10.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.7 - 13.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
436 - 624 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
226 - 270 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,956 kg
Curb weight
2,262 - 2,423 kg
Trunk capacity
437 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
5,350 mm
Width
1,810 mm
Width
1,910 mm
Height
-
Height
1,871 - 1,884 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
441 - 444 kg
Payload
883 - 983 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
176 - 217 HP
Power HP
170 - 240 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Torque
345 - 355 Nm
Torque
405 - 600 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Power kW
125 - 177 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,993 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Nissan
Brand
VW
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