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Renault Trafic Transporter vs VW Amarok comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (33,200 £ vs 43,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Trafic Transporter or VW Amarok?

Renault Trafic Transporter vs VW Amarok: Key differences

Renault Trafic Transporter

  • noticeably cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • noticeably lighter

VW Amarok

  • visibly more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h

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

Trafic Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Renault Trafic Transporter is noticeably cheaper – starting at 33,200 £ , while the VW Amarok costs 43,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,036 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Trafic Transporter uses 6.6 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the VW Amarok with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 2 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 visibly more power – delivering 240 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 70 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Amarok is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.8 s, while the Renault Trafic Transporter takes 10.8 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW Amarok is marginally faster – reaching 190 km/h, while the Renault Trafic Transporter tops out at 174 km/h. The difference is around 16 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Amarok delivers visibly more torque with 600 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 220 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Renault Trafic Transporter offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Trafic Transporter is noticeably lighter – 1,848 kg compared to 2,262 kg. The difference is around 414 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Trafic Transporter carries slightly more – 1,222 kg compared to 983 kg. That’s a difference of about 239 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Trafic Transporter holds a narrow overall lead 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 £33,200
Trafic Transporter

Renault Trafic Transporter

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 110 - 170 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.6 - 7.8 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 21.2 - 22.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 240 - 318 km
Renault Trafic Transporter
VW Amarok

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Renault Trafic Transporter

The Renault Trafic is a practical, workhorse transporter that hides thoughtful cabin comfort behind a tough, utilitarian exterior, so you can tackle a busy week without sacrificing sanity. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want reliability and clever flexibility rather than flash, with just enough character to make daily hauling feel less like a chore.

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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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Renault Trafic Transporter
VW Amarok

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,200 - 43,500 £
Price
43,200 - 64,100 £
Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 10.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
240 - 318 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 206 g/km
co2
226 - 270 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
80 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
3 - 6
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,848 - 2,075 kg
Curb weight
2,262 - 2,423 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5,080 - 5,480 mm
Length
5,350 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Width
1,910 mm
Height
1,967 - 2,509 mm
Height
1,871 - 1,884 mm
Max trunk capacity
3,300 - 8,900 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
848 - 1,222 kg
Payload
883 - 983 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 170 HP
Power HP
170 - 240 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 - 15.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
110 - 174 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Torque
245 - 380 Nm
Torque
405 - 600 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
81 - 125 kW
Power kW
125 - 177 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,993 cm3

General

Model Year
2,022 - 2,025
Model Year
2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Renault
Brand
VW
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