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Toyota RAV4 vs VW Amarok comparison

Compare performance (306 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (35,100 £ vs 43,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota RAV4 or VW Amarok?

Toyota RAV4 vs VW Amarok: Key differences

Toyota RAV4

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter

VW Amarok

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

RAV4

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Toyota RAV4 is visibly cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the VW Amarok costs 43,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,103 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota RAV4 uses 1 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the VW Amarok with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 7.6 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 Toyota RAV4 offers markedly more power – delivering 306 HP compared to 240 HP. That’s roughly 66 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota RAV4 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 6 s, while the VW Amarok takes 8.8 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW Amarok is marginally faster – reaching 190 km/h, while the Toyota RAV4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

RAV4

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota RAV4 is clearly lighter – 1,745 kg compared to 2,262 kg. The difference is around 517 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Amarok carries noticeably more – 983 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 383 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota RAV4 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.

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RAV4

Toyota RAV4

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 218 - 306 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1 - 5.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 75 km
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Toyota RAV4

The Toyota RAV4 feels like a sensible friend on the road, marrying dependable practicality with a dash of SUV personality that keeps daily driving from turning dull. Comfortable and easy to live with, it looks tough without shouting and quietly gets the job done — a sensible pick for buyers who want versatility without drama.

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Reviews Toyota RAV4

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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Mariana González
5 Jan 2026, 23:15:27

I love it — it’s super comfortable, I’ve never had any trouble with it, very reliable and stable.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
35,100 - 55,700 £
Price
43,200 - 64,100 £
Consumption L/100km
1 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 10.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
75 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
22 - 128 g/km
co2
226 - 270 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,745 - 1,910 kg
Curb weight
2,262 - 2,423 kg
Trunk capacity
520 - 580 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,600 mm
Length
5,350 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,910 mm
Height
1,685 mm
Height
1,871 - 1,884 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,604 - 1,690 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
390 - 600 kg
Payload
883 - 983 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 - 306 HP
Power HP
170 - 240 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
405 - 600 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
160 - 225 kW
Power kW
125 - 177 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,993 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Toyota
Brand
VW
Is the Toyota RAV4 offered with different drivetrains?

The Toyota RAV4 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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