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Renault Captur vs VW Amarok comparison

Compare performance (158 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (21,400 £ vs 43,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Captur or VW Amarok?

Renault Captur vs VW Amarok: Key differences

Renault Captur

4.8 (7 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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VW Amarok

  • visibly more power
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Captur

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Renault Captur is substantially cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the VW Amarok costs 43,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,852 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Captur uses 4.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the VW Amarok with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 4.2 L/100km.

Amarok

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the VW Amarok offers visibly more power – delivering 240 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 82 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Amarok is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.8 s, while the Renault Captur takes 8.9 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Amarok delivers considerably more torque with 600 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 335 Nm more.

Captur

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, Renault Captur is significantly lighter – 1,323 kg compared to 2,262 kg. The difference is around 939 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Amarok carries considerably more – 983 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 530 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Captur is clearly superior 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.

from £21,400
Captur

Renault Captur

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 115 - 158 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.4 - 6 L/100km
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Renault Captur

The Renault Captur is a stylish and practical compact crossover that combines a high seating position and easy manoeuvrability with a comfortable, well‑equipped cabin. Its flexible interior layout and modern infotainment make it a sensible, polished choice for city drivers and small families.

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4.8 (7 Reviews)
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Lüsi
15 May 2026, 16:11:37

More affordable, high-level infotainment and better quality — good value for money.

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Pet
4 Feb 2026, 11:01:12

The car was a very pleasant surprise. Very comfortable and enjoyable. The 1.3 TCe 158 hp engine is brilliant.

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Waldemar
1 Feb 2026, 13:55:20

A 2025 mild‑hybrid, 160 hp.
Really nice little car. Mostly doing 200 km trips. Driving isn’t tiring. I trusted the driver‑assistance systems and… I wasn’t disappointed. The adaptive cruise control is brilliant, though I’d trust it about 90%. Overtaking punch is a plus. I recommend it with a clear conscience. Ah, just those 18" wheels 🤦. Obviously fuel consumption is higher because it’s an automatic.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
21,400 - 28,600 £
Price
43,200 - 64,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 10.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
100 - 137 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
1,323 - 1,441 kg
Curb weight
2,262 - 2,423 kg
Trunk capacity
326 - 422 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
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Length
5,350 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Width
1,910 mm
Height
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Height
1,871 - 1,884 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
447 - 453 kg
Payload
883 - 983 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Power HP
170 - 240 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Torque
160 - 265 Nm
Torque
405 - 600 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Power kW
125 - 177 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,993 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Renault
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Renault Captur have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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