Chevrolet Colorado Z71
Pickup · Electric · AWD
vs
Volkswagen Amarok Highline
Pickup · Diesel · 4WD
Chevrolet Colorado Z71
Car A
Chevrolet Colorado Z71
The Chevrolet Colorado Z71 blends a capable V6 and AWD with five-seat versatility and a 5-star safety rating for family use. It offers good value in its segment with balanced performance and 9.4 L/100 km efficiency.
5 seatsPickupElectric5-star safety275 hpAWDElectric
Volkswagen Amarok Highline
Car B
Volkswagen Amarok Highline
A 4WD, five-seat utility vehicle with strong torque and a large 1050-liter load area, the Amarok Highline suits cargo-heavy users and road trippers. It balances reliability signals with efficient-for-its-class consumption, but city and winter specialists may want alternatives.
5 seatsPickupDiesel4-star safety8 L/100km
Why compared cross branddifferent powertrainsame body typesame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 64 / 67
City 51 / 29
Budget / value 60 / 61
Road trip 52 / 63
Performance 29 / 32
Cargo 45 / 71
Practical 42 / 51
Premium 27 / 29
Winter 26 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = Chevrolet Colorado Z71 · Orange = Volkswagen Amarok Highline

Specs side-by-side

Spec Chevrolet Colorado Z71 Volkswagen Amarok Highline
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Pros & cons

Chevrolet Colorado Z71

  • Good value in its segment at $34,500 for AWD and a V6.
  • Balanced power and response: 275 hp, 400 Nm, 0-100 km/h in 8.0 s.
  • Family-ready practicality with 5 seats and 600 L cargo space.
  • Reassuring 5-star safety and an 80 reliability score.

Volkswagen Amarok Highline

  • Reliability is a top signal, supporting demanding daily use
  • Large 1050-liter load area and 4WD make worksite and weekend hauling easier
  • 500 Nm torque delivers steady performance with cargo and on highways
  • 8 L/100 km combined is efficient for its class

Verdict

Pick Chevrolet Colorado Z71 if…
Lower entry price
Chevrolet Colorado Z71 starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick Volkswagen Amarok Highline if…
Performance & capability
Volkswagen Amarok Highline is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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