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Volkswagen Amarok Outdoorsman
Pickup · Diesel · 4WD
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Chevrolet Colorado Z71
Pickup · Electric · AWD
Volkswagen Amarok Outdoorsman
Car A
Volkswagen Amarok Outdoorsman
The Volkswagen Amarok Outdoorsman combines 5-seat practicality, 4WD capability, and strong torque for families and road trips. It delivers good value in its segment, but efficiency and city suitability take a back seat.
5 seatsPickupDiesel5-star safety
Chevrolet Colorado Z71
Car B
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 safety9.4 L/100km275 hpAWDElectric
Why compared cross branddifferent powertrainsame body typesame seatssame usage profilesimilar price

Usage fit

Family 64 / 64
City 26 / 51
Budget / value 56 / 60
Road trip 62 / 52
Performance 32 / 29
Cargo 48 / 45
Practical 42 / 42
Premium 32 / 27
Winter 30 / 26

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

Specs side-by-side

Spec Volkswagen Amarok Outdoorsman Chevrolet Colorado Z71
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Pros & cons

Volkswagen Amarok Outdoorsman

  • 204 hp and 500 Nm provide confident performance for hills and highways
  • 4WD traction supports mixed-surface travel and weekend escapes
  • Five seats and 650 L cargo space work well for growing families and road trips
  • Priced at 35000, it offers good value in its segment

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.

Verdict

Pick Volkswagen Amarok Outdoorsman if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
Volkswagen Amarok Outdoorsman is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.
Pick Chevrolet Colorado Z71 if…
All-wheel drive
Chevrolet Colorado Z71's AWD adds real-world confidence in wet, icy, or mixed-weather conditions.

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