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Toyota Proace Max vs VW Amarok comparison

Compare performance (279 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (56,900 £ vs 43,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Proace Max or VW Amarok?

Toyota Proace Max vs VW Amarok: Key differences

Toyota Proace Max

  • somewhat more power
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VW Amarok

  • markedly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Proace Max

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW Amarok is markedly cheaper – starting at 43,200 £ , while the Toyota Proace Max costs 56,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,699 £.

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 Toyota Proace Max offers somewhat more power – delivering 279 HP compared to 240 HP. That’s roughly 39 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Amarok delivers markedly more torque with 600 Nm compared to 410 Nm. That’s about 190 Nm more.

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.

Seats: VW Amarok offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, VW Amarok is clearly lighter – 2,262 kg compared to 2,790 kg. The difference is around 528 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace Max carries visibly more – 1,460 kg compared to 983 kg. That’s a difference of about 477 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Proace Max 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 £56,900
Proace Max

Toyota Proace Max

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 279 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 26.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 424 km
Toyota Proace Max
VW Amarok

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Toyota Proace Max

The Toyota Proace Max is a practical, no-nonsense people-mover that swallows luggage and daily chaos with the steady reliability you expect from the badge. Its sensible cabin and unshowy comfort make it a great pick for families and businesses who want 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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Toyota Proace Max
VW Amarok

Costs and Consumption

Price
56,900 - 61,000 £
Price
43,200 - 64,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 10.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
26.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
424 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
226 - 270 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
3
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,790 kg
Curb weight
2,262 - 2,423 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
-
Length
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Length
5,350 mm
Width
2,050 mm
Width
1,910 mm
Height
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Height
1,871 - 1,884 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
710 - 1,460 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
279 HP
Power HP
170 - 240 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Torque
410 Nm
Torque
405 - 600 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
205 kW
Power kW
125 - 177 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,993 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Toyota
Brand
VW
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