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Volkswagen Amarok SC 2.0 TDI 6MT

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
Volkswagen SC 2.0 TDI 6MT is the entry derivative at R596 800.
ZAR 596,800
On-road in
ZAR 614,961
Ex-showroom ZAR 596,800
Estimated finance from ZAR 10,446/month Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:1996cc (2.0L) Torque:350Nm (258 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:237mm (9.3″) Power:110kW (148 bhp)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 14.5 km/l (34 mpg)
City 11.8 km/l (28 mpg)
Highway 17.0 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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Monthly EMI
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. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

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Volkswagen Amarok SC 2.0 TDI 6MT

Volkswagen SC 2.0 TDI 6MT is the entry derivative at R596 800.

The Volkswagen SC 2.0 TDI 6MT is the entry derivative in the South African Amarok range and is listed at R596 800. Its mechanical package combines Amarok Double Cab 2.0 TDI 110kW (Low Rider); Amarok Double Cab 2.0 TDI 125kW; Amarok Double Cab 2.0 TDI 125kW 4Motion, Manual and 4x2. Output is listed as 110 kW with torque shown as 350 Nm. Lexus lists combined consumption at 6.9 l/100 km. These figures define what the derivative is for: output influences loaded response, drivetrain affects traction and efficiency, and the transmission shapes everyday effort. The badge alone is not enough to choose correctly. Within the range, this grade must justify its position through equipment or capability that the owner will use regularly. Compare its seat trim, front-seat adjustment, climate control, infotainment, phone integration, camera coverage and driver assistance with the grades immediately below and above it. A panoramic roof, larger wheel or premium audio system can improve the cabin, but safety hardware, tyre profile and seating flexibility usually have a greater effect on daily ownership. The right upgrade removes a repeated inconvenience; the wrong one only raises finance and replacement cost. Practical fit is equally important: boot space Load bed 2332 mm x 1227 mm litres; ground clearance 237 mm mm; braked towing 3500 kg kg. Those numbers should be tested against real passengers, luggage, child seats, tools or trailer use. A quoted capacity does not show how easy the opening is to use, and an all-wheel-drive badge does not create low-range off-road ability. Wheel size, kerb mass and fitted equipment can also alter ride, payload margin and tyre cost, so the exact derivative on the invoice should match the vehicle inspected. At R596 800, finance structure can change the value judgement. Compare quotations with the same deposit, term, interest rate and balloon, then add insurance, expected fuel or electricity, tyres and the maintenance cover written into the contract. A low instalment supported by a large final payment is not a lower total obligation. Buyers planning an early trade should also consider demand for this exact powertrain and grade rather than relying on general brand resale. The SC 2.0 TDI 6MT is strongest for a work, towing or leisure buyer who needs to choose cab style, payload, drivetrain and equipment before styling. It becomes less convincing when a cheaper derivative already completes every weekly task or when its powertrain depends on charging, towing or terrain conditions the owner cannot support. The decision should come from a representative drive, a real load check and a clean written quotation.

Volkswagen Amarok — Quick Facts

Volkswagen Amarok Variants & Prices

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

Length
5350 mm
Width
1910 mm
Height
1884 mm
Wheelbase
3270 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
237 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
Kerb Weight
1859 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3060 kg
Payload Capacity
1201 kg
Towing Capacity
3500 kg
Seating Capacity
2 seats
Doors
2 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
12.93 m
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

This SC 2.0 TDI 6MT suits a work, towing or leisure buyer who needs to choose cab style, payload, drivetrain and equipment before styling who wants the entry point in the range. The buyer should value its exact 4x2 and Manual combination, use its confirmed equipment frequently and be comfortable carrying the full R596 800 ownership cost.

City
In urban use, Single Cab and Double Cab versions are large vehicles for urban parking. Automatic private-buyer grades reduce traffic effort, while fleet buyers should avoid paying for luxury equipment that does not improve uptime or load work. For this derivative, test low-speed response, steering effort, camera view, parking sensor coverage and ride over familiar broken surfaces. Confirm garage fit and charging access where relevant before treating the specification sheet as proof of daily convenience.
Highway
On national roads, Torque, trailer mass and cab load decide the right Amarok. V6 grades make the strongest towing and overtaking case, but a 2.0 TDI can be the better total-cost choice when loads are moderate. The SC 2.0 TDI 6MT should be driven through a merge and overtake with realistic passenger load. Seat support, wind and tyre noise, spare-wheel provision and the distance between fuel or charging stops matter more over several hours than a feature used only during delivery.
Off-Road
For gravel or rough-road travel, 4MOTION derivatives are the relevant choices for farms, gravel and leisure trails. Tyres, underbody clearance and recovery planning remain important; a styling pack alone does not increase capability. Judge this exact derivative from 4x2, tyre construction, sidewall depth, ground clearance and recovery access. Occasional maintained gravel and repeated remote-road use are different requirements, and the trim name should never substitute for the correct hardware.

Volkswagen Amarok SC 2.0 TDI 6MT — Should You Buy It?

A sound entry choice when its exact powertrain and equipment are required.

The Volkswagen SC 2.0 TDI 6MT is a rational entry choice when its R596 800 price, Amarok Double Cab 2.0 TDI 110kW (Low Rider); Amarok Double Cab 2.0 TDI 125kW; Amarok Double Cab 2.0 TDI 125kW 4Motion, Manual and 4x2 solve a recurring need. Compare it line by line with neighbouring grades and one rival at the same on-road budget. Pay the step only when the added equipment or capability will be used often.

What's Good
  • ✓Current listed price of R596 800
  • ✓Confirmed Manual
  • ✓Confirmed 4x2
  • ✓Derivative-specific performance data
  • ✓Detailed cabin specification
  • ✓Comparison-ready safety rows
  • ✓Clear role within the range
  • ✓Current South African model context
  • ✓Strongest when selected by use case
Watch Out For
  • ✕Real energy use depends on route and load
  • ✕On-road cost exceeds listed price
  • ✕Insurance varies by derivative
  • ✕Tyre cost depends on wheel package
  • ✕Stock and colour combinations can change
  • ✕A neighbouring grade may offer better value
  • ✕Optional equipment needs a separate value check
  • ✕Resale depends on exact powertrain demand
  • ✕A representative test drive remains essential

Volkswagen Amarok FAQs

The current recommended retail price listed for the Volkswagen Amarok SC 2.0 TDI 6MT is R596,800. This is the vehicle price before finance interest, insurance, registration and any dealer-added options.

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 V6 TDI 4Motion 10AT, DC Dark Label 3.0 V6 TDI 4Motion 10AT, DC PanAmericana 2.3 TSI 4Motion 10AT, DC PanAmericana 3.0 V6 TDI 4Motion 10AT, DC PanAmericana 3.0 V6 TDI 4Motion Comfort Pack 10AT, DC Aventura 3.0 V6 TDI 4Motion 10AT. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

The listed ground clearance for the Volkswagen Amarok SC 2.0 TDI 6MT 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 listed engine capacity for the Volkswagen Amarok SC 2.0 TDI 6MT is 1996 cc, with output shown as 110 kW (148 bhp). Where a model has more than one derivative, compare the specific variant because fuel type, gearbox and drivetrain can change the way it drives.

The combined fuel-economy figure shown for the Volkswagen Amarok SC 2.0 TDI 6MT is around 14.5 km/l.

This SC 2.0 TDI 6MT suits a work, towing or leisure buyer who needs to choose cab style, payload, drivetrain and equipment before styling who wants the entry point in the range. The buyer should value its exact 4x2 and Manual combination, use its confirmed equipment frequently and be comfortable carrying the full R596 800 ownership cost.

In urban use, Single Cab and Double Cab versions are large vehicles for urban parking. Automatic private-buyer grades reduce traffic effort, while fleet buyers should avoid paying for luxury equipment that does not improve uptime or load work. For this derivative, test low-speed response, steering effort, camera view, parking sensor coverage and ride over familiar broken surfaces. Confirm garage fit and charging access where relevant before treating the specification sheet as proof of daily convenience.

On national roads, Torque, trailer mass and cab load decide the right Amarok. V6 grades make the strongest towing and overtaking case, but a 2.0 TDI can be the better total-cost choice when loads are moderate. The SC 2.0 TDI 6MT should be driven through a merge and overtake with realistic passenger load. Seat support, wind and tyre noise, spare-wheel provision and the distance between fuel or charging stops matter more over several hours than a feature used only during delivery.

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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