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VW Amarok vs NIO ET7 comparison

Compare performance (240 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (43,200 £ vs 59,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Amarok or NIO ET7?

VW Amarok vs NIO ET7: Key differences

VW Amarok

  • visibly cheaper
  • marginally lighter
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NIO ET7

  • substantially more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

VW Amarok is visibly cheaper – starting at 43,200 £ , while the NIO ET7 costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,677 £.

ET7

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 NIO ET7 offers substantially more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 240 HP. That’s roughly 413 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET7 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the VW Amarok takes 8.8 s. That’s about 5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the NIO ET7 is barely faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the VW Amarok tops out at 190 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET7 delivers markedly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 600 Nm. That’s about 250 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, VW Amarok is marginally lighter – 2,262 kg compared to 2,434 kg. The difference is around 172 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Amarok carries substantially more – 983 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 517 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET7 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 £59,900
ET7

NIO ET7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 451 - 584 km
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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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NIO ET7

The NIO ET7 arrives like a calm thunderstorm — sleek, silent and unapologetically clever, turning motorway cruising into the sort of effortless glide that makes other cars feel noisy and rehearsed. Inside, it's all luxury sofas and smart gadgets that actually help rather than confuse, so buyers who crave tech and comfort will feel like they've upgraded their life without needing to spellcheck the manual.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
43,200 - 64,100 £
Price
59,900 - 68,900 £
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 10.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
451 - 584 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
226 - 270 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
80 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,262 - 2,423 kg
Curb weight
2,434 - 2,454 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
363 L
Length
5,350 mm
Length
5,101 mm
Width
1,910 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
1,871 - 1,884 mm
Height
1,509 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
883 - 983 kg
Payload
446 - 466 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 240 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 s
Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
405 - 600 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
125 - 177 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,993 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
NIO
What drive types are available for the VW Amarok?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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