VW Amarok alternatives & comparisons

Here you can find alternatives to the VW Amarok, based on existing comparison pages and popular model matchups. We currently show 6 suitable models as a starting point for your buying decision.

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.

Alternative models

These models are frequently compared with the VW Amarok and are good next research steps.

from £45,600

Ford Ranger

Price : 45,600 - 71,900 £
Body Type : Pickup
Engine Type : Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission : Automatic
Transmission Detail : Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 210 - 292 HP
Consumption L/100km : 3.1 - 13.8 L/100km
Electric Range : 42 km
Battery Capacity : 11.8 kWh
Seats : 4 - 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 7.9 - 9.2 s
Model Year : 2,022 - 2,025
Max Speed : 180 - 190 km/h
Torque : 491 - 697 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 4 - 6
Doors : 4
Model : Ranger
Modell : Ranger Doppelkabine 3.0 EcoBlue, Ranger Raptor 2.0 EcoBlue, Ranger Raptor 3.0 EcoBoost, Ranger Doppelkabine 2.3 EcoBoost PHEV, Ranger Extrakabine 3.0 EcoBlue
CO2 Efficiency Class : G, B
Trim Level : MS-RT e-4WD Automatik, Platinum e-4WD Automatik, Wildtrak e-4WD Automatik, e-4WD Automatik, XLT e-4WD Automatik, Limited e-4WD Automatik
Power kW : 154 - 215 kW
co2 : 70 - 315 g/km
Engine capacity : 1,996 - 2,993 cm3
Curb weight : 2,405 - 2,511 kg
Fuel tank capacity : 80 L
Length : 5,370 - 5,381 mm
Width : 1,918 - 1,968 mm
Height : 1,884 - 1,922 mm
Brand : Ford
Payload : 676 - 989 kg

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Ford Ranger as a suitable alternative to VW Amarok

In the competitive realm of midsize pickups, the Ford Ranger and VW Amarok showcase distinctive strengths that cater to varied preferences. The Ford Ranger is celebrated for its robust towing capacity and advanced tech features, making it a favorite for both rugged adventures and urban commuting. On the other hand, the VW Amarok impresses with its refined interior and strong off-road capabilities, appealing to those who prioritize comfort without sacrificing performance.

The Ford Ranger is a workhorse with the manners of a grown-up pickup—practical, tough, and surprisingly civilized on the road. It’s the sort of truck that laughs at mud on the weekend and performs like a sensible daily driver during the week, making it an easy sell for buyers who want capability without theatrics.

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Quick data check: Ford Ranger

barely cheaper
only slightly lighter
moderately more power
considerably more efficient
slightly quicker 0–100 km/h

from £34,300

Isuzu D-Max

Price : 34,300 - 50,100 £
Body Type : Pickup
Engine Type : Diesel
Transmission : Automatic
Transmission Detail : Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 163 HP
Consumption L/100km : 8.7 - 9 L/100km
Seats : 2 - 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 12.6 s
Model Year : 2,024 - 2,025
Torque : 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 4
Model : D-Max
Modell : D-Max Space Cab 1.9 Diesel, D-Max Double Cab 1.9 Diesel, D-Max Single Cab 1.9 Diesel
CO2 Efficiency Class : G
Trim Level : L 4WD Automatik, LS 4WD Automatik, LSE 4WD Automatik, V-Cross 4WD Automatik, L 2WD Automatik
Power kW : 120 kW
co2 : 228 - 235 g/km
Engine capacity : 1,898 cm3
Curb weight : 1,905 - 2,110 kg
Width : 1,810 - 1,870 mm
Brand : Isuzu
Payload : 990 - 1,095 kg

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Quick data check: Isuzu D-Max

visibly more power
marginally more efficient
substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
visibly cheaper
slightly lighter

from £70,700

Toyota Land Cruiser

Price : 70,700 - 79,300 £
Body Type : Off-Roader
Engine Type : Diesel
Transmission : Automatic
Transmission Detail : Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 205 HP
Consumption L/100km : 10.6 - 10.8 L/100km
Seats : 5 - 7
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 12.3 s
Model Year : 2025
Max Speed : 170 km/h
Torque : 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 4
Doors : 5
Model : Land Cruiser J7/J9/J12/J15/J25
Modell : Land Cruiser 2.8 D-4D
CO2 Efficiency Class : G
Trim Level : Executive Automatik (5-Sitzer), Lounge Automatik (5-Sitzer), Lounge Automatik (7-Sitzer)
Power kW : 151 kW
co2 : 278 - 284 g/km
Engine capacity : 2,755 cm3
Curb weight : 2,610 kg
Fuel tank capacity : 80 L
Trunk capacity : 143 - 742 L
Length : 4,925 mm
Width : 1,980 mm
Height : 1,935 mm
Brand : Toyota
Max trunk capacity : 1,829 - 1,895 L
Payload : 540 kg

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Quick data check: Toyota Land Cruiser

substantially cheaper
moderately more power
clearly more efficient
clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
slightly lighter

£66,428

Jeep Gladiator

Price : 66,400 £
Body Type : Pickup
Engine Type : Diesel
Transmission : Automatic
Transmission Detail : Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 264 HP
Consumption L/100km : 9.8 L/100km
Seats : 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 8.6 s
Model Year : 2023
Max Speed : 177 km/h
Torque : 600 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 6
Doors : 4
Model : Gladiator
Modell : Gladiator 3.0 V6 Multijet
CO2 Efficiency Class : G
Trim Level : Farout Final Edition Automatik
Power kW : 194 kW
co2 : 257 g/km
Engine capacity : 2,987 cm3
Curb weight : 2,360 kg
Fuel tank capacity : 71 L
Length : 5,591 mm
Width : 1,894 mm
Height : 1,905 mm
Brand : Jeep
Payload : 565 kg

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Quick data check: Jeep Gladiator

considerably cheaper
somewhat more efficient
very slightly lighter
very slightly more power
very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h

from £25,000

Mazda 3 Sedan

Price : 25,000 - 34,200 £
Body Type : Sedan
Engine Type : Petrol MHEV
Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail : Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 140 - 186 HP
Consumption L/100km : 5.5 - 6.1 L/100km
Seats : 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 8.1 - 9.8 s
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 238 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 4
Model : 3
Modell : 3 Fastback 2.5 e-SKYACTIV-G 140, 3 Fastback 2.0 e-SKYACTIV-X 186
CO2 Efficiency Class : D
Trim Level : Prime-Line, Prime-Line Automatik, Center-Line, Center-Line Automatik, Exlusive-Line, Exlusive-Line Automatik, Takumi, Takumi Automatik
Power kW : 103 - 137 kW
co2 : 123 - 135 g/km
Engine capacity : 1,998 - 2,488 cm3
Curb weight : 1,420 - 1,492 kg
Trunk capacity : 450 L
Width : 1,795 mm
Brand : Mazda
Payload : 467 - 481 kg

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Quick data check: Mazda 3 Sedan

visibly more power
significantly cheaper
considerably more efficient
only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
substantially lighter

from £38,200

Audi Q3

Price : 38,200 - 52,900 £
Body Type : SUV
Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission : Automatic
Transmission Detail : Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 150 - 272 HP
Consumption L/100km : 1.7 - 8.6 L/100km
Electric Range : 118 - 119 km
Seats : 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 5.7 - 9.2 s
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 4
Model : Q3
Modell : Q3 1.5 TFSI, Q3 2.0 TFSI, Q3 1.5 TFSI e-hybrid , Q3 2.0 TDI, Q3 Sportback 1.5 TFSI, Q3 Sportback 2.0 TFSI, Q3 Sportback 1.5 TFSI e-hybrid, Q3 Sportback 2.0 TDI
CO2 Efficiency Class : E, G, B
Trim Level : S tronic, quattro S tronic
Power kW : 110 - 200 kW
co2 : 39 - 195 g/km
Engine capacity : 1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Curb weight : 1,635 - 1,900 kg
Trunk capacity : 375 - 488 L
Width : 1,859 mm
Brand : Audi
Payload : 505 - 535 kg

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Quick data check: Audi Q3

a bit cheaper
slightly more power
clearly more efficient
significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
clearly lighter

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