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VW Amarok vs ZEEKR 001 comparison

Compare performance (240 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (43,200 £ vs 51,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Amarok or ZEEKR 001?

VW Amarok vs ZEEKR 001: Key differences

VW Amarok

  • slightly cheaper
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ZEEKR 001

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

VW Amarok is slightly cheaper – starting at 43,200 £ , while the ZEEKR 001 costs 51,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,183 £.

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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 ZEEKR 001 offers considerably more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 240 HP. That’s roughly 304 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the ZEEKR 001 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the VW Amarok takes 8.8 s. That’s about 5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the ZEEKR 001 delivers moderately more torque with 686 Nm compared to 600 Nm. That’s about 86 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, ZEEKR 001 is very slightly lighter – 2,200 kg compared to 2,262 kg. The difference is around 62 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Amarok carries significantly more – 983 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 463 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The ZEEKR 001 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.

from £51,400
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ZEEKR 001

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.2 - 18.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 585 - 620 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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ZEEKR 001

The Zeekr 001 feels like a grown-up fastback from the future, blending sleek Scandinavian minimalism with surprising road presence that turns heads without shouting. Inside it's a premium, gadget-filled cocoon that makes electric driving effortless and enjoyable — a polished alternative for buyers who want something refreshingly different.

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ZEEKR 001

Costs and Consumption
Price
43,200 - 64,100 £
Price
51,400 - 62,600 £
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
18.2 - 18.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
585 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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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
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
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Curb weight
2,262 - 2,423 kg
Curb weight
2,200 - 2,350 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
539 L
Length
5,350 mm
Length
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Width
1,910 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Height
1,871 - 1,884 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
883 - 983 kg
Payload
505 - 520 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 240 HP
Power HP
272 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
405 - 600 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
125 - 177 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,993 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
ZEEKR
What drive types are available for the VW Amarok?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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