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VW Amarok vs Lexus RX comparison

Compare performance (240 HP vs 371 HP), boot space and price (43,200 £ vs 63,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Amarok or Lexus RX?

VW Amarok vs Lexus RX: Key differences

VW Amarok

  • considerably cheaper
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Lexus RX

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  • markedly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Amarok

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW Amarok is considerably cheaper – starting at 43,200 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,063 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus RX uses 3.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the VW Amarok with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 5.3 L/100km.

RX

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 Lexus RX offers markedly more power – delivering 371 HP compared to 240 HP. That’s roughly 131 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RX is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.2 s, while the VW Amarok takes 8.8 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Amarok delivers very slightly more torque with 600 Nm compared to 551 Nm. That’s about 49 Nm more.

Amarok

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus RX is somewhat lighter – 2,040 kg compared to 2,262 kg. The difference is around 222 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Amarok carries visibly more – 983 kg compared to 620 kg. That’s a difference of about 363 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus RX 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 £63,300
RX

Lexus RX

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 207 - 371 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 67 km
VW Amarok
Lexus RX

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Lexus RX

The Lexus RX glides through city streets with the kind of hushed refinement that turns mundane commutes into a private lounge. It mixes plush comfort and polished practicality in a package that suits buyers who want to arrive relaxed and a touch smug.

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Lexus RX

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,200 - 64,100 £
Price
63,300 - 87,400 £
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 10.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
67 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
226 - 270 g/km
co2
75 - 183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
80 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,262 - 2,423 kg
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,185 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
461 L
Length
5,350 mm
Length
-
Width
1,910 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
1,871 - 1,884 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
883 - 983 kg
Payload
575 - 620 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 240 HP
Power HP
207 - 371 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
405 - 600 Nm
Torque
551 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
125 - 177 kW
Power kW
152 - 273 kW
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,993 cm3
Engine capacity
2,393 - 2,487 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, B
Brand
VW
Brand
Lexus
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