Volkswagen Amarok vs LDV Terron 9

The Volkswagen Amarok starts from $55,990 before on-road costs, while the LDV Terron 9 opens at $50,990. That makes the LDV Terron 9 the more affordable entry point by $5,000.

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 $56,089 respectively.

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

Both the Volkswagen Amarok and LDV Terron 9 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 86% for the Volkswagen Amarok and 91% for the LDV Terron 9.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The LDV Terron 9 packs more ADAS features with 6 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 3 in 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 LDV Terron 9.

The Volkswagen Amarok features a 10.1-inch touchscreen paired with a 8-inch digital dash, while the LDV Terron 9 gets a 12.3-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The LDV Terron 9 counters with MG Sound audio that the Volkswagen Amarok does not offer. 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 LDV Terron 9 responds with a Diesel Turbo making 163kW and 520Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 10.8 seconds.

The LDV Terron 9 has the clear power advantage at 163kW 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, 150mm shorter than the LDV Terron 9 at 5,500mm (3,300mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the LDV Terron 9 generally means more rear legroom.

For towing, the LDV Terron 9 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 $2,252/year for the LDV Terron 9. That is a $28 annual difference in favour of the LDV Terron 9.

Estimated annual total: $2,280 (Volkswagen Amarok) vs $2,252 (LDV Terron 9). The LDV Terron 9 saves you roughly $28 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Volkswagen Amarok) vs 7 years / 200,000km (LDV Terron 9). The LDV Terron 9 has longer coverage.