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VW Amarok vs Nissan Micra comparison

Compare performance (240 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (43,200 £ vs 24,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Amarok or Nissan Micra?

VW Amarok vs Nissan Micra: Key differences

VW Amarok

  • markedly more power

Nissan Micra

  • significantly cheaper
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably lighter

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.

Nissan Micra is significantly cheaper – starting at 24,000 £ , while the VW Amarok costs 43,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,246 £.

Micra

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 VW Amarok offers markedly more power – delivering 240 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 90 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Micra is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the VW Amarok takes 8.8 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Amarok delivers significantly more torque with 600 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 355 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, Nissan Micra is considerably lighter – 1,452 kg compared to 2,262 kg. The difference is around 810 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Amarok carries substantially more – 983 kg compared to 408 kg. That’s a difference of about 575 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Micra is clearly 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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Micra

Nissan Micra

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 150 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.2 - 14.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 317 - 416 km
VW Amarok
Nissan Micra

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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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Nissan Micra

The Nissan Micra is a compact hatchback renowned for its agile handling and city-friendly dimensions. With a design that blends sleek curves with a practical layout, it appeals to urban drivers who value style and efficiency. Inside, the car offers a surprising amount of room and useful tech features, making it both a convenient and comfortable ride for daily commutes.

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VW Amarok
Nissan Micra

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,200 - 64,100 £
Price
24,000 - 29,900 £
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 10.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.2 - 14.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
317 - 416 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
226 - 270 g/km
co2
0 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
1,452 - 1,527 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5,350 mm
Length
-
Width
1,910 mm
Width
1,774 mm
Height
1,871 - 1,884 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
883 - 983 kg
Payload
403 - 408 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 240 HP
Power HP
122 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9 s
Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
405 - 600 Nm
Torque
225 - 245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
125 - 177 kW
Power kW
90 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,993 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,023
Model Year
2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Nissan
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