Volkswagen Amarok vs Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace

In-depth comparison in South Africa covering price, performance, fuel efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership costs.

Volkswagen Amarok in South Africa

Volkswagen Amarok

3.0 V6 TDI Double Cab Aventura 4Motion AT Diesel Automatic
ZAR 1,252,200 ex-showroom
⚡ 125 kW (168 hp)
🔧 400 Nm
⛽ 12.8 km/l
VS
Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace in South Africa

Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace

2.0 TSI 162kW R-Line 4Motion DSG Petrol Automatic
ZAR 934,700 ex-showroom
⚡ 162 kW (217 hp)
🔧 350 Nm
⛽ 13.0 km/l
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⚡ Performance Tiguan Allspace
⛽ Mileage Tiguan Allspace
🔑 Ownership Tie

Overall Comparison Score

🏆 Winner
#1

Tiguan Allspace

71
/ 100
+14
pts
#2

Amarok

57
/ 100

Moderate difference between the models.

Executive Summary

Tiguan Allspace has a slight advantage, but Amarok remains highly competitive.

Key Differences At A Glance

Performance Tiguan Allspace +2 pts
Efficiency Tiguan Allspace +1 pts
Safety Tiguan Allspace +2 pts
Practicality Tiguan Allspace +9 pts
Ownership Equal

Category Score Breakdown

🏆 Overall Winner

Tiguan Allspace

Performance 15/20
Efficiency 8/20
Safety 20/20
Practicality 16/20
Ownership 12/20

Amarok

Performance 13/20
Efficiency 7/20
Safety 18/20
Practicality 7/20
Ownership 12/20

Pros & Cons

Amarok

Pros
  • No major strengths identified
Cons
  • Less powerful engine setup
  • Lower fuel efficiency
  • Less comprehensive safety features
  • Less practical in daily usage
Best For: General Use
🏆 Overall Winner

Tiguan Allspace

Pros
  • More powerful engine output
  • Better fuel efficiency
  • Stronger safety package
  • More practical for daily use
Cons
  • No major weaknesses identified
Best For: Highway Driving Fuel Efficiency Family Usage

Who Should Buy Which?

Amarok

  • Buyers looking for a balanced all-round vehicle

Tiguan Allspace

  • Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
  • Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
  • Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
  • Large families needing more practicality and usability

Full Specification Comparison

Specification Amarok Tiguan Allspace
Ground Clearance 192 197
Wheelbase 3097 2790
Length 5254 4735
Width 1944 1839
Height 1834 1685
Kerb Weight 2095 1740
Gross Vehicle Weight 3150 2240
Seating Capacity 5 7
Boot Space 0 615
Towing Capacity 3500 1800
Specification Amarok Tiguan Allspace
Engine 2.0L TDI Turbo Diesel 2.0L TSI Petrol
Engine Type Inline 4 Turbocharged Intercooled Inline 4-cylinder EA888 TSI
Displacement 1968 1984
Cylinders 4 4
Valves per Cylinder 4 4
Power 125 162
Torque 400 350
Fuel System Common Rail Direct Injection Direct Injection
Turbocharger Twin Turbo Turbocharged
Top Speed 180 230
0-100 km/h 10.5 6.5
Power @ RPM - 5100 rpm
Torque @ RPM - 1700 rpm

Final Verdict

🏆 Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace wins with 71 pts vs 57 pts for Amarok

In structured scoring, Tiguan Allspace emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Amarok may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Based on structured category scoring, Tiguan Allspace performs better overall in South Africa. However, final choice depends on driving priorities.

Amarok scores 7 while Tiguan Allspace scores 8 in efficiency. Real-world mileage may vary based on driving conditions.

In safety scoring, Amarok scores 18 and Tiguan Allspace scores 20. Both offer competitive safety packages in this segment.

Amarok scores 12 versus Tiguan Allspace scoring 12. Warranty coverage and ownership value influence this result.

Practicality scoring gives Amarok 7 and Tiguan Allspace 16, reflecting cabin space and usability.

Performance category shows Amarok scoring 13 compared to Tiguan Allspace scoring 15, indicating stronger overtaking capability.

While resale depends on market demand, ownership and brand positioning suggest Tiguan Allspace may hold stronger long-term value.

Off-road suitability depends on drivetrain and ground clearance. Refer to the full specification comparison for detailed technical differences.

Efficiency and ownership categories influence running costs. Tiguan Allspace performs slightly stronger overall in structured scoring.

Value depends on feature set, performance and ownership coverage. Structured comparison gives Tiguan Allspace the overall advantage.

Detailed Comparison Analysis

The comparison between Amarok and Tiguan Allspace in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: Amarok scores 13 vs 15.

Efficiency: Amarok scores 7 vs 8.

Safety: Amarok scores 18 vs 20.

Practicality: Amarok scores 7 vs 16.

Ownership: Amarok scores 12 vs 12.

Final structured scoring gives Tiguan Allspace the advantage in this comparison.