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VW Amarok vs Jeep Wrangler comparison

Compare performance (240 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (43,200 £ vs 60,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Amarok or Jeep Wrangler?

VW Amarok vs Jeep Wrangler: Key differences

VW Amarok

  • significantly cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
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Jeep Wrangler

  • moderately more power
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Amarok

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

VW Amarok is significantly cheaper – starting at 43,200 £ , while the Jeep Wrangler costs 60,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,534 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Amarok uses 8.6 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Jeep Wrangler with 11.1 L/100km. The difference is about 2.5 L/100km.

Wrangler

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 Jeep Wrangler offers moderately more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 240 HP. That’s roughly 32 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jeep Wrangler is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the VW Amarok takes 8.8 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Amarok delivers visibly more torque with 600 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm more.

Amarok

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, Jeep Wrangler is somewhat lighter – 1,938 kg compared to 2,262 kg. The difference is around 324 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Amarok carries significantly more – 983 kg compared to 556 kg. That’s a difference of about 427 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Amarok 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 £43,200
Amarok

VW Amarok

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 170 - 240 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8.6 - 10.3 L/100km
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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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Jeep Wrangler

The Jeep Wrangler wears its go-anywhere attitude on its boxy shoulders, with exposed hinges, a removable top and a look that practically dares the tarmac to get in its way. Inside it’s simple and tough-minded, ready to swallow muddy boots and weekend gear, so if you crave honest off-road thrills rather than refined suburbia polish, the Wrangler is your unapologetic partner in adventure.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
43,200 - 64,100 £
Price
60,800 - 62,500 £
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 10.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
11.1 - 11.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
226 - 270 g/km
co2
250 - 269 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
80 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,262 - 2,423 kg
Curb weight
1,938 - 2,028 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
533 L
Length
5,350 mm
Length
-
Width
1,910 mm
Width
1,894 mm
Height
1,871 - 1,884 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
883 - 983 kg
Payload
546 - 556 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 240 HP
Power HP
272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 s
Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
405 - 600 Nm
Torque
400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
125 - 177 kW
Power kW
200 kW
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,993 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
VW
Brand
Jeep
What drive types are available for the VW Amarok?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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