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Volkswagen Amarok

Price in South Africa, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year Current Generation Latest Amarok generation brings improved performance and modern safety features Current version 2023 Body style Pickup
Amarok is a South African Pickup with a pickup body and diesel power.
ZAR 1,105,600
On-road in
ZAR 1,124,400
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 1,105,600
Registration allowance
ZAR 3,800
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,450
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 1,000
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 2,600
Insurance
ZAR 9,950
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 1,105,600
Finance estimate from ZAR 10,446/month Based on SC 2.0 TDI 6MT Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:2261cc (2.3L) Torque:452Nm (333 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:237mm (9.3″) Power:222kW (298 bhp)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 14.5 km/l (34 mpg)
City 11.7 km/l (28 mpg)
Highway 17.1 km/l (40 mpg)

On-road pricing varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the Volkswagen Amarok in South Africa. The default illustration uses the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest over 60 months and no balloon payment.

Estimated monthly instalment
ZAR 10,446
Total Interest
ZAR 151,789
Total Payable
ZAR 626,789
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment, using the SC 2.0 TDI 6MT. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

Volkswagen Amarok

Amarok is a South African Pickup with a pickup body and diesel power.

The Volkswagen Amarok occupies a specific place in the South African range: it is designed for a work, towing or leisure buyer who needs to choose cab style, payload, drivetrain and equipment before styling. The current range contains 16 confirmed derivatives, priced from R596 800 to R1 259 700. The current range spans 2.0 TDI manual and automatic derivatives, 4MOTION choices, 3.0 V6 TDI grades and a 2.3 TSI PanAmericana. Dark Label is offered with 125 kW 2.0 TDI and 184 kW V6 TDI power. Recommended price range checked 2026-07-17: R596 800 to R1 259 700. The Volkswagen Amarok best suits a work, towing or leisure buyer who needs to choose cab style, payload, drivetrain and equipment before styling. On South African highways, Torque, trailer mass and cab load decide the right Amarok. The price range of R596 800 to R1 259 700 is broad enough that a disciplined trim decision matters. The Amarok deserves recommendation for a work, towing or leisure buyer who needs to choose cab style, payload, drivetrain and equipment before styling when its packaging and engineering fit the normal week. The Amarok is not best understood by one headline number. Its appeal comes from the interaction between a South African price reference of R596,800, a power output of 110 kW and a Manual transmission. A proper look at the Amarok begins with the local specification, then moves to the owner’s week. Here, a pickup body sits beside Diesel power, while a South African price reference of R596,800 sets a practical boundary. For this South African pickup, the owner should weigh a South African price reference of R596,800 against the route, load and cost of the vehicle. For a buyer searching the Amarok price and specifications in South Africa, the interesting part is the trade-off rather than the feature count. A Manual transmission describes the opportunity; a two-wheel drive drivetrain and a listed payload of 1201 describe the conditions around it. Its appeal comes from the interaction between a listed payload of 1201, towing capacity of 3500 and a listed ground clearance of 237 for Amarok. Those details decide whether it is an easy fit for work, delivery or fleet duty, or whether a nearby model with a different package would make more sense once the ownership budget is written down for Amarok

Volkswagen Amarok — Quick Facts

Volkswagen Amarok Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
DC PanAmericana 2.3 TSI 4Motion 10AT Flagship Petrol Efficiency14.5 km/l Automatic ZAR 1,105,600
SC 2.0 TDI 6MT Base Diesel Efficiency14.5 km/l Manual ZAR 596,800
SC 2.0 TDI 4Motion 6MT Base Diesel Efficiency14.5 km/l Manual ZAR 669,800
DC 2.0 TDI 6MT Base Diesel Efficiency14.5 km/l Manual ZAR 673,700
DC 2.0 TDI 4Motion 6MT Base Diesel Efficiency14.5 km/l Manual ZAR 747,000
DC 2.0 TDI 10AT Base Diesel Efficiency14.5 km/l Automatic ZAR 693,800
DC 2.0 TDI 4Motion 10AT Base Diesel Efficiency14.5 km/l Automatic ZAR 772,100
DC Life 2.0 TDI 10AT Mid Diesel Efficiency14.5 km/l Automatic ZAR 708,900
DC Life 2.0 TDI 4Motion 10AT Mid Diesel Efficiency14.5 km/l Automatic ZAR 805,800
DC Style 2.0 TDI 4Motion 10AT Top Diesel Efficiency14.5 km/l Automatic ZAR 902,000
DC Dark Label 2.0 TDI 4Motion 10AT Top Diesel Efficiency14.5 km/l Automatic ZAR 937,200
DC Style 3.0 V6 TDI 4Motion 10AT Top Diesel Efficiency14.5 km/l Automatic ZAR 1,083,000
DC Dark Label 3.0 V6 TDI 4Motion 10AT Top Diesel Efficiency14.5 km/l Automatic ZAR 1,118,200
DC PanAmericana 3.0 V6 TDI 4Motion 10AT Flagship Diesel Efficiency14.5 km/l Automatic ZAR 1,198,000
DC PanAmericana 3.0 V6 TDI 4Motion Comfort Pack 10AT Flagship Diesel Efficiency14.5 km/l Automatic ZAR 1,232,100
DC Aventura 3.0 V6 TDI 4Motion 10AT Flagship Diesel Efficiency14.5 km/l Automatic ZAR 1,259,700
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
DC PanAmericana 2.3 TSI 4Motion 10AT Flagship Petrol Efficiency14.5 km/l Automatic ZAR 1,105,600
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
SC 2.0 TDI 6MT Base Diesel Efficiency14.5 km/l Manual ZAR 596,800
SC 2.0 TDI 4Motion 6MT Base Diesel Efficiency14.5 km/l Manual ZAR 669,800
DC 2.0 TDI 6MT Base Diesel Efficiency14.5 km/l Manual ZAR 673,700
DC 2.0 TDI 4Motion 6MT Base Diesel Efficiency14.5 km/l Manual ZAR 747,000
DC 2.0 TDI 10AT Base Diesel Efficiency14.5 km/l Automatic ZAR 693,800
DC 2.0 TDI 4Motion 10AT Base Diesel Efficiency14.5 km/l Automatic ZAR 772,100
DC Life 2.0 TDI 10AT Mid Diesel Efficiency14.5 km/l Automatic ZAR 708,900
DC Life 2.0 TDI 4Motion 10AT Mid Diesel Efficiency14.5 km/l Automatic ZAR 805,800
DC Style 2.0 TDI 4Motion 10AT Top Diesel Efficiency14.5 km/l Automatic ZAR 902,000
DC Dark Label 2.0 TDI 4Motion 10AT Top Diesel Efficiency14.5 km/l Automatic ZAR 937,200
DC Style 3.0 V6 TDI 4Motion 10AT Top Diesel Efficiency14.5 km/l Automatic ZAR 1,083,000
DC Dark Label 3.0 V6 TDI 4Motion 10AT Top Diesel Efficiency14.5 km/l Automatic ZAR 1,118,200
DC PanAmericana 3.0 V6 TDI 4Motion 10AT Flagship Diesel Efficiency14.5 km/l Automatic ZAR 1,198,000
DC PanAmericana 3.0 V6 TDI 4Motion Comfort Pack 10AT Flagship Diesel Efficiency14.5 km/l Automatic ZAR 1,232,100
DC Aventura 3.0 V6 TDI 4Motion 10AT Flagship Diesel Efficiency14.5 km/l Automatic ZAR 1,259,700
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Volkswagen Amarok Specifications

Showing all 292 non-empty supported buyer-facing fields for DC PanAmericana 2.3 TSI 4Motion 10AT. Blank contract fields are not fabricated.

Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Drivetrain Note
4x4 configuration for the local line-up
Production Status
published
Generation
Latest Amarok generation brings improved performance and modern safety features
Facelift History
Major redesign in 2023 introducing new platform, updated engines, and advanced tech
Facelift Launched Since
2023
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Model Introduced Year
2010
Model Year
Current
Tare Mass Kg
2023 kg
Vehicle Type
Pickup
Segment
Pickup
Color Note
White, Silver, Black, Grey, Blue, Red
Body Type Cab
Pickup
Body Style
Pickup
Length
5350 mm
Width
1910 mm
Height
1884 mm
Wheelbase
3270 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
237 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
Kerb Weight
2023 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3190 kg
Payload Capacity
1167 kg
Towing Capacity
3500 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
Doors
4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
12.93 m
Engine
Not Officially Disclosed
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
2261 cc
Cylinders
Not Officially Disclosed
Cylinder Layout
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel System
Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
222 kW
Maximum Torque
452 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Drive Type
4WD
Transmission
Not Officially Disclosed
Top Speed
Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
109.7 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
223.4 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
10
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Gearbox Type
Automatic
4WD Lo Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
Drive Mode Selector
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Gearbox
Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
4x4
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Available
4WD Engagement
Available
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Low Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Drivetrain
4x4
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Transmission Type
Automatic
Number of Gears
10
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
4x4
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
14.5 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
80
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Claimed Mileage
14.5 km/l
City Mileage
11.7 km/l
Highway Mileage
17.1 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Passenger Airbag
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Brake Assist
Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Traction Control
Not Available
Electronic Stability Control
Not Available
AEB
Not Available
Stability Control
Not Available
BA
Not Available
ABS
Standard
TCS
Not Available
Brake Override System
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Not Available
EBD
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Airbags
6
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Hill Hold
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Side Airbags
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Reverse Camera
Not Available
EV Mode
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Interior Colours
Black
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Seat Material
Cloth
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Driver Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Cup Holders
Standard
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Interior Colour Options
Black
Front Armrest
Standard
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Fabric Seats
Cloth
Armrest Front
Standard
Seat Trim
Cloth
Interior Trim Colour
Black
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Premium interior layout, large infotainment screen, digital cockpit, advanced driver assistance systems
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Bottle Holders
Standard
Loadbox Length Mm
1624 mm
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Loadbox Width Mm
1227 mm
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Load Bed Length
1624 mm
Load Bed Width
1227 mm
Climate Control
Not Available
Power Windows
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Push Button Start
Not Available
Wireless Charging
Not Available
Sunroof
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Variant Role
Flagship / premium derivative
Trim Level
flagship
Trailer Sway Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Trailer Stability Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Trailer Hitch
Bakkie towing support
Towbar
Bakkie towing support
Tow Bar Type
Bakkie towing support
Tie Down Hooks
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Tailgate Lock
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
Source Model Column
amarok
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
12V Accessory Socket
Standard
Speed Limiter
Standard
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Rear Step Bumper
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
AC Type
Not Available
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
Front Armrest
Standard
Front Power Outlet
Standard
Fuel Consumption Combined
6.9
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
Rev Matching
Not Available
Skid Plates
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Speed Alert System
Adjustable speed limiter
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Load Bed Light
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Centre Console
Standard
Power Socket 12v
Standard
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Applicable
Infotainment System
SYNC
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Android Auto
Not Available
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Number of Speakers
Not Available
USB Ports
Not Available
Infotainment Screen Size
SYNC
Infotainment Screen
SYNC
Connected Services
SYNC
Touchscreen
SYNC
Exterior Colour Options
6
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
6
Headlights
Not Available
Body Type
Pickup
LED Headlamps
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Active Exhaust
Not Available
Roof Rails
Not Available
Load Bed Liner
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Off Road Traction Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Ground Clearance Min
237 mm
Ground Clearance Max
237 mm
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
Breakover Angle
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
4WD System Type
Four-wheel drive
Terrain Mode Mud
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Mode Sand
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Mode Snow
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Underbody Protection
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Terrain Modes
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Wading Depth
Not Available
Departure Angle
Not Available
Approach Angle
Not Available
Front Brake Type
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
Wheel Rim Size
Not Available
Tyre Size
Not Available
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Standard
Rear Brake Type
Not Available
Rear Suspension
Not Available
Front Suspension
Not Available
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
Service Plan
Not Available
Basic Warranty
3 years / 120 000 km
Warranty
3 years / 120 000 km
Idle CO2 Output
182
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
CO2 Emissions
182 g/km
CO2 Emissions G Km
182
Fuel Octane Requirement
Petrol
Ownership Role
South Africa market model
Starting Price
1105600
Starting Price Zar
1105600
Pricing Role
Active local lineup
Price Zar
1105600 ZAR

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OEM URL
https://www.vw.co.za/en/models/amarok.html
Configuration Note
DC PanAmericana 2.3 TSI 4Motion 10AT
Country
South Africa
Country Slug
south-africa
Model
Amarok
Market
South Africa
Variant
DC PanAmericana 2.3 TSI 4Motion 10AT
Make
Volkswagen
Brand
Volkswagen
Brand Slug
volkswagen
Source URL
https://www.vw.co.za/en/models/amarok.html
Source Page URL
https://www.vw.co.za/en/models/amarok.html
Source Name
Volkswagen South Africa official specification sheet
Combined Consumption
6.9
Combined Consumption L 100km
6.9 l/100km
Fuel Economy Combined
6.9
Fuel Efficiency
14.5 l/100km
Average Fuel Consumption
6.9
Claimed Fuel Consumption
6.9 l/100km
Price Source
South Africa variant price CSV; verify against latest OEM price list
Driving fit

Where the Volkswagen Amarok Fits Best

A practical view of the buyer and roads this model is best suited to.

Who buys this

Amarok makes the most sense for an owner whose route and budget agree with a power output of 110 kW. A shopper researching Amarok should separate need from showroom appeal. If a listed payload of 1201 solves a problem every week, it deserves real consideration for Amarok. If it appears only on an occasional trip, a less expensive derivative may leave more room for running costs for Amarok. Test the space with the actual child seats, bags, tools or stock, and confirm the equipment that belongs to the exact South African version for Amarok

City
In city use, Single Cab and Double Cab versions are large vehicles for urban parking. Drive the Amarok through the tightest parking area, a steep ramp, a speed hump and stop-start traffic. A two-wheel drive drivetrain matters when the cabin or load is full, and a listed payload of 1201 can change the cost of repeated short trips
Highway
Run Amarok at legal cruising speed, include a hill and a safe overtake, and see whether the driver can remain relaxed after an hour. The interaction between a Manual transmission, a two-wheel drive drivetrain and a listed payload of 1201 is more informative than maximum speed. On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the Amarok out with the load it normally carries. Observe the joining response, overtaking reserve, braking, crosswind behaviour, seat support and cabin noise for Amarok. Towing capacity of 3500 gives context, but a number cannot show how a listed ground clearance of 237 feels on a gradient for Amarok. Plan fuel or charging stops around actual use; the stated consumption reference is a comparison reference, not a promise for every trip for Amarok
Off-Road
For gravel and rough-road use, 4MOTION derivatives are the relevant choices for farms, gravel and leisure trails. For Amarok, the sensible check is the exact 4x2 arrangement, tyre specification, load and protection underneath. If the Amarok will leave smooth tar, test the actual road rather than the image around it. A slow run over corrugations, a sharp entrance and a loaded crest will show whether the suspension, tyres and underside suit the duty for Amarok. Check a four-wheel drive drivetrain against the stated drivetrain for Amarok. Maintained gravel can be a reasonable use case for many road vehicles; deep sand, mud and water demand confirmed equipment and a recovery plan for Amarok

Volkswagen Amarok — Should You Buy It?

Amarok deserves a closer look when its price, equipment and powertrain fit the owner’s route.

The buying case for Amarok is specific. A South African price reference of R596,800 gives it a reason to be considered, while a power output of 110 kW and a Manual transmission set the boundaries. Amarok is easiest to recommend when the buyer can point to a concrete benefit in a listed payload of 1201 and accept the limitation represented by a South African price reference of R669,800. The local price should be judged against the equipment that is actually included, not an adjacent trim for Amarok. That is the difference between a sound purchase and an expensive specification mismatch for Amarok

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: Pickup
  • ✓Fuel type: Diesel
  • ✓South African price: R596,800
  • ✓Power output: 110 kW
  • ✓Gearbox: Manual
  • ✓Drivetrain: 4x2
  • ✓Payload: 1201
  • ✓Towing Capacity: 3500
  • ✓Ground clearance: 237
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for Amarok can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for Amarok depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written Amarok quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate Amarok budget.
  • ✕A short Amarok test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕Amarok capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent Amarok grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published Amarok figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm Amarok stock and support terms.

Volkswagen Amarok FAQs

Current recommended retail prices for the Volkswagen Amarok run from R596,800 to R1,259,700, depending on the derivative. Compare the exact trim before calculating finance because options, insurance and dealer charges can change the final monthly cost.

The current south african range comprises SC 2.0 TDI 6MT, SC 2.0 TDI 4Motion 6MT, DC 2.0 TDI 6MT, DC 2.0 TDI 4Motion 6MT, DC 2.0 TDI 10AT, DC 2.0 TDI 4Motion 10AT, DC Life 2.0 TDI 10AT, DC Life 2.0 TDI 4Motion 10AT, DC Style 2.0 TDI 4Motion 10AT, DC Dark Label 2.0 TDI 4Motion 10AT, DC Style 3.0...

The listed ground clearance for the Volkswagen Amarok is 237 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

The Volkswagen Amarok engine specification depends on derivative: SC 2.0 TDI 6MT, DC 2.0 TDI 6MT: 1996 cc, 110 kW (148 bhp); SC 2.0 TDI 4Motion 6MT, DC 2.0 TDI 4Motion 6MT, DC 2.0 TDI 10AT, DC 2.0 TDI 4Motion 10AT, DC Life 2.0 TDI 10AT, DC Life 2.0 TDI 4Motion 10AT, DC Dark Label 2.0 TDI 4Motion...

The combined fuel-economy figure shown for the Volkswagen Amarok is around 14.5 km/l.

Amarok makes the most sense for an owner whose route and budget agree with a power output of 110 kW. A shopper researching Amarok should separate need from showroom appeal.

In city use, Single Cab and Double Cab versions are large vehicles for urban parking. Drive the Amarok through the tightest parking area, a steep ramp, a speed hump and stop-start traffic.

Run Amarok at legal cruising speed, include a hill and a safe overtake, and see whether the driver can remain relaxed after an hour. The interaction between a Manual transmission, a two-wheel drive drivetrain and a listed payload of 1201 is more informative than maximum speed.

Buyers researching the Volkswagen Amarok often compare it with rivals such as Ford Ranger XL , Toyota Hilux Double Cab , Toyota Hilux Xtra Cab , Isuzu D-Max Double Cab , Mitsubishi Triton Double Cab . Comparing them side by side is the quickest way to see where your money goes — performance, fuel use, price and running costs can differ substantially.

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Volkswagen Golf discontinued model reference in South Africa Golf Discontinued Hatchback Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace discontinued model reference in South Africa Tiguan Allspace Discontinued SUV

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