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VW Amarok vs Audi A1 comparison

Compare performance (240 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (43,200 £ vs 20,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Amarok or Audi A1?

VW Amarok vs Audi A1: Key differences

VW Amarok

  • somewhat more power
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Audi A1

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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Amarok

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.

Audi A1 is significantly cheaper – starting at 20,000 £ , while the VW Amarok costs 43,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,266 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A1 uses 5.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the VW Amarok with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 3.4 L/100km.

A1

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 VW Amarok offers somewhat more power – delivering 240 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 33 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A1 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the VW Amarok takes 8.8 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Amarok delivers substantially more torque with 600 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 280 Nm more.

Amarok

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, Audi A1 is clearly lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 2,262 kg. The difference is around 1,087 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Amarok carries substantially more – 983 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 513 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A1 is far ahead 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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A1

Audi A1

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 95 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 - 6.4 L/100km
VW Amarok
Audi A1

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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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Audi A1

The Audi A1 is a compact premium hatch that wraps Audi's polished design and surprisingly grown-up cabin into a city-friendly package. It’s poised and fun to drive, a smart pick for buyers who want luxury flair without the fuss of a bigger car — and it makes tight parking feel almost enjoyable.

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VW Amarok
Audi A1

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,200 - 64,100 £
Price
20,000 - 28,800 £
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 10.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
226 - 270 g/km
co2
118 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
80 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,262 - 2,423 kg
Curb weight
1,175 - 1,365 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
335 L
Length
5,350 mm
Length
-
Width
1,910 mm
Width
1,740 - 1,756 mm
Height
1,871 - 1,884 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
883 - 983 kg
Payload
410 - 470 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 240 HP
Power HP
95 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 11.5 s
Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
405 - 600 Nm
Torque
175 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
125 - 177 kW
Power kW
70 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,993 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
VW
Brand
Audi
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