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.

Alternative models

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

from £45,800

Toyota Hilux

Price 45,800 - 65,500 £
Body Type Pickup
Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Electric
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 196 - 204 HP
Consumption L/100km 9.8 - 10 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km 24.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range 257 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 9.9 s
Model Year 2,024 - 2,026
Torque 474 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Model Hilux
Model Hilux Double Cab 2.8 D-Mildhybrid, Hilux Double Cab BEV
CO2 Efficiency Class G, A
Trim Level Comfort 4x4 Automatik, Exexcutive 4x4 Automatik, Invincible 4x4 Automatik, Duty 4x4 Automatik, Active 4x4 Automatik, Duty 4x4, Executive 4x4
Power kW 144 - 150 kW
co2 0 - 264 g/km
Engine capacity 2,755 cm3
Curb weight 2,250 - 2,420 kg
Width 1,855 - 1,885 mm
Brand Toyota
Payload 715 - 960 kg

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marginally lighter

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from £28,700

SsangYong Musso

Price 28,700 - 42,700 £
Body Type Pickup
Engine Type Diesel
Transmission Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP 202 HP
Consumption L/100km 8.4 - 9.3 L/100km
Seats 5
Model Year 2,022 - 2,024
Max Speed 183 - 187 km/h
Torque 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Doors 4
Model Musso
Model Musso Grand 2.2 Diesel, Musso 2.2 Diesel
CO2 Efficiency Class G
Trim Level Crystal 4WD, Crystal 2WD, Quartz 4WD, Blackline 4WD Automatik, Quartz 4WD Automatik, Sapphire 4WD Automatik, Amber 4WD, Amber 2WD
Power kW 149 kW
co2 221 - 245 g/km
Engine capacity 2,157 cm3
Curb weight 2,045 - 2,260 kg
Fuel tank capacity 75 L
Length 5,095 - 5,405 mm
Width 1,950 mm
Height 1,840 - 1,855 mm
Brand SsangYong
Payload 785 - 1,010 kg

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substantially cheaper
only slightly more efficient
slightly lighter

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from £48,400

Ford Ranger

Price 48,400 - 57,500 £
Body Type Pickup
Engine Type Diesel, Plug-in Hybrid
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 240 - 281 HP
Consumption L/100km 3.1 - 10.1 L/100km
Electric Range 42 km
Seats 4 - 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 8.7 - 9.2 s
Model Year 2025
Torque 600 - 697 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4 - 6
Model Ranger
Model Ranger Extrakabine 3.0 EcoBlue, Ranger Doppelkabine 3.0 EcoBlue, Ranger Doppelkabine 2.3 EcoBoost PHEV
CO2 Efficiency Class G, B
Trim Level XLT e-4WD Automatik, Wildtrak e-4WD Automatik, Limited e-4WD Automatik, Platinum e-4WD Automatik
Power kW 177 - 207 kW
co2 70 - 265 g/km
Engine capacity 2,261 - 2,993 cm3
Curb weight 2,405 - 2,511 kg
Width 1,918 mm
Brand Ford
Payload 845 - 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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moderately more power
considerably more efficient
only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h

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from £35,900

Isuzu D-Max

Price 35,900 - 52,500 £
Body Type Pickup
Engine Type Diesel
Transmission Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 163 HP
Consumption L/100km 8.6 - 9.1 L/100km
Seats 2 - 5
Model Year 2026
Torque 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Model D-MAX
Model D-MAX Single Cab 2.2 Diesel, D-MAX Space Cab 2.2 Diesel, D-MAX Double Cab 2.2 Diesel
CO2 Efficiency Class G
Trim Level L 2WD, L 2WD Automatik, L 4WD, L 4WD Automatik, LS 4WD, LS 4WD Automatik, LSE 4WD Automatik, V-Cross 4WD Automatik
Power kW 120 kW
co2 225 - 237 g/km
Engine capacity 2,164 cm3
Curb weight 1,900 - 2,130 kg
Width 1,810 - 1,870 mm
Brand Isuzu
Payload 970 - 1,115 kg

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visibly cheaper
slightly lighter

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from £49,700

Ford Transit Custom Transporter

Price 49,700 - 77,400 £
Body Type Cargo Van
Engine Type Electric
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 136 - 286 HP
Seats 3 - 6
Model Year 2025
Torque 415 - 630 Nm
Model Transit Custom
Model E-Transit Custom Kastenwagen 320 L1 BEV, E-Transit Custom Kastenwagen 340 L2 BEV, E-Transit Custom Doppelkabine 320 L1 BEV, E-Transit Custom Doppelkabine 340 L1 BEV, E-Transit Custom Doppelkabine 320 L2 BEV, E-Transit Custom Doppelkabine 340 L2 BEV
CO2 Efficiency Class A
Trim Level Trend, Trend AWD, Trail AWD, Limited, Limited AWD, Sport, Sport AWD, MS-RT AWD
Power kW 100 - 210 kW
co2 0 g/km
Width 2,032 mm
Brand Ford
Variant Kastenwagen

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somewhat more power

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from £29,500

Nissan Townstar Compact Van

Price 29,500 - 37,500 £
Body Type Cargo Van
Engine Type Electric, Petrol
Transmission Automatic, Manual
Transmission Detail Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 122 - 130 HP
Consumption L/100km 6.6 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km 20.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range 263 km
Seats 2 - 5
Model Year 2,025 - 2,026
Torque 240 - 245 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Model Townstar
Model Townstar EV Kastenwagen Doppelkabine L2 2,5t, Townstar Kastenwagen L1 2,0t DIG-T 130, Townstar Kastenwagen L1 2,2t DIG-T 130, Townstar Kastenwagen L2 2,3t DIG-T 130
CO2 Efficiency Class A, E
Trim Level Tekna
Power kW 90 - 96 kW
co2 0 - 155 g/km
Engine capacity 1,332 cm3
Curb weight 1,399 - 1,908 kg
Width 1,860 mm
Brand Nissan
Payload 571 - 775 kg
Variant EV Kastenwagen, Kastenwagen

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significantly cheaper
clearly more efficient
significantly lighter

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Direct comparisons

These comparison pages show the VW Amarok head-to-head against similar models.

Ford Transit Custom Transporter

VW Amarok

Nissan Townstar Compact Van

VW Amarok

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