Volkswagen Amarok vs Kia Tasman

The Volkswagen Amarok starts from $55,990 before on-road costs, while the Kia Tasman opens at $42,990. That makes the Kia Tasman the more affordable entry point by $13,000.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $61,589 and $47,289 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs are nearly identical since both have similar efficiency.

Both the Volkswagen Amarok and Kia Tasman hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 86% for the Volkswagen Amarok and 87% for the Kia Tasman.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 6 of 10 key ADAS systems on the Kia Tasman, against 3 on the Volkswagen Amarok.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 9 in the Volkswagen Amarok and 7 in the Kia Tasman.

A recall covers the builds its notice lists, not every car of a model. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.

The Volkswagen Amarok features a 10.1-inch touchscreen paired with a 8-inch digital dash, while the Kia Tasman gets a 12.3-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Volkswagen Amarok stands out with Apple CarPlay — features our data doesn't list for the Kia Tasman. The Kia Tasman counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and power tailgate. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Volkswagen Amarok uses a Diesel producing 125kW and 405Nm of torque, sent through a auto to a 4WD layout.

The Kia Tasman responds with a Diesel making 154kW and 440Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 12.5 seconds.

The Kia Tasman has the clear power advantage at 154kW vs 125kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Volkswagen Amarok measures 5,350mm long on a 3,270mm wheelbase, 60mm shorter than the Kia Tasman at 5,410mm (3,270mm wheelbase).

Boot space is 543L in the Volkswagen Amarok and 352L in the Kia Tasman, giving the Volkswagen Amarok a 191L advantage.

For towing, the Kia Tasman leads with a 3,500kg braked capacity vs 3,500kg. That 0kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,280/year for the Volkswagen Amarok and $2,109/year for the Kia Tasman. That is a $171 annual difference in favour of the Kia Tasman.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Volkswagen Amarok) vs 7 years / 999,999km (Kia Tasman). The Kia Tasman has longer coverage.