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Nissan Qashqai vs VW Amarok comparison

Compare performance (205 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (29,600 £ vs 43,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Qashqai or VW Amarok?

Nissan Qashqai vs VW Amarok: Key differences

Nissan Qashqai

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly lighter
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VW Amarok

  • somewhat more power
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Qashqai

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.

Nissan Qashqai is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the VW Amarok costs 43,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,632 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Qashqai uses 4.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the VW Amarok with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 4.3 L/100km.

Amarok

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 VW Amarok offers somewhat more power – delivering 240 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 35 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Qashqai is a bit 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 considerably more torque with 600 Nm compared to 330 Nm. That’s about 270 Nm more.

Qashqai

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Qashqai is significantly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 2,262 kg. The difference is around 842 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Amarok carries significantly more – 983 kg compared to 516 kg. That’s a difference of about 467 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Qashqai is decisively ahead 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 £29,600
Qashqai

Nissan Qashqai

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 158 - 205 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Nissan Qashqai
VW Amarok

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Nissan Qashqai

The Nissan Qashqai blends practical, family-friendly packaging with SUV styling that refuses to shout, making it a sensible and dependable choice for everyday life. It’s comfortable to live with, economical on the road, and neatly equipped enough to feel modern without ever feeling precious — perfect if you want crossover versatility without the drama.

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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 Qashqai
VW Amarok

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Price
43,200 - 64,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 10.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
98 - 152 g/km
co2
226 - 270 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,624 kg
Curb weight
2,262 - 2,423 kg
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
5,350 mm
Width
1,835 mm
Width
1,910 mm
Height
-
Height
1,871 - 1,884 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
446 - 516 kg
Payload
883 - 983 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
158 - 205 HP
Power HP
170 - 240 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Torque
260 - 330 Nm
Torque
405 - 600 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
116 - 151 kW
Power kW
125 - 177 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,993 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Nissan
Brand
VW
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