ADVERTISEMENT
Sort

Filter & Refine

Automatic
View Layout

VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK Used Car Review

Volkswagen is no stranger to commercial vehicles, yet its Amarok was still a surprise entrant to the ute segment dominated by American and Japanese manufacturers. It made an impact on the safety front, too, when it became the first ute to gain a five-star independent crash rating. The Volkswagen Amarok was also differentiated by a drivetrain that was sophisticated for the segment - a twin-turbocharged diesel mated to an eight-speed auto. A powerful V6 joined the range in 2016.

Pros

Cons

  • Refined turbo diesel, powerful V6
  • Slick eight-speed automatic
  • Capable off-road
  • Excellent ride comfort laden or unladen
  • Lower carrying capacity of models with Comfort Suspension
  • V6 model not cheap
  • Lack of rear curtain airbags in dual-cab variant
  • Rear-seat space less than that of some key rivals
This is general information and should not be relied on as purchasing advice.
VolkswagenAmarokAutomaticIs your car registered?: YesPPSR Vehicle Report: YesClear all

Top2017 VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK V6 TDI 550 HIGHLINE 8 SP AUTOMATIC DUAL CAB UTE

$33,500
Tolga, QLD

9 hours ago

Top2014 VW AMAROK TDI 420 ULTIMATE

  • 88578 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

Top of the range 2014 VW Amarok Ultimate for sale. One owner, ex company vehicle , well maintained, impeccable service history through VW Dealership, genuine lows kms at just 88,600, registered until Oct 2024.

$26,000Negotiable
Murarrie, QLD

03/05/2024

Top2015 VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK TDI420 (4x4) 8 SP AUTOMATIC DUAL CAB UTILITY, 5

$17,000Negotiable
Toowoomba Region, QLD

Yesterday

Top2022 Volkswagen Amarok TDI580 V6 BLACK EDTN 4MOTION 8 SP AUTOMATIC DUA

$59,000
Blue Haven, NSW

03/05/2024

Top2018 V6 TDI 580 ULTIMATE 8 SP AUTOMATIC DUAL CAB UTILITY

  • 125000 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.0L

Being forced to downsize so my much loved Amarok is for sale. With a good list of aftermarket extras to save you time and money. Major 120000km service has been done. Always serviced at VW.. ARB ascent canopy. ARB’s premium canopy. ARB tradie rack with a Kings awning. Airbagman suspension helper kit fitted. Clear view mirrors. Redarc tow pro elite brake controller. Almost $8000 worth. Also will have brand new Cooper AT3’s fitted. Our last set lasted 112000km’s. Another $2000 worth. A great vehi

$43,000Negotiable
Palmview, QLD

01/05/2024

Top2017 VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK V6 TDI 550 SPORTLINE 8 SP AUTO DUAL CAB UTILITY

$31,430
Stanthorpe, QLD

02/05/2024

2018 VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK V6 TDI 550 CORE 8 SP AUTOMATIC DUAL CAB UTILITY

  • 136484 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.0L

11/18 Vw Amarok v6 auto dual cab ute. Two keys, one owner. Upgraded suspension, ARB bullbar side steps and fog lights.Upgraded gvm and snorkel. Electric brakes and driving lights setup for towing a caravan. Full service history.

$34,000Negotiable
Hagley, TAS

2 hours ago

2018 VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK V6 TDI 550 4x4

  • 107000 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.0L

2018 Volkswagen Amarok Highline V6 Turbo diesel Automatic transmission 107,000 kilometres 4x4 One local owner from new Service history Custom alloy hardlid Ideal for tradesman or secure storage Leather seats Reverse camera Cruise control Bluetooth phone connectivity Finance warranty and trade ins available Ph Tom 👨👩👧👧We are a family owned and operated dealership, located in Northern Tasmania, specialising in the commercial sector, utes, 4x4, vans, with a small stock of SU

$38,990
Launceston, TAS

4 hours ago

2016 VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK TDI420 (4x4) 8 SP AUTOMATIC DUAL CAB UTILITY

  • 111000 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2016 VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK TDI420 (4x4) 8 SP AUTOMATIC DUAL CAB UTE EXCELLENT CONDITION, ONE OWNER, ALWAYS GARAGED, SERVICE BOOKS & 2 SETS OF KEYS. WITH A LOW 111000KLM's TWIN TURBO DIESEL ALUMINIUM TRAY, UNDER TRAY STORAGE BOXES EACH SIDE, POLOARIS SOUND SYSTEM WITH REVERSE CAMERA & NAVIGATION, SET UP FOR TOWING WITH ELECTRIC BRAKES, GREY & RED ANDERSON PLUGS & WIRING LOOM FOR REAR CARAVAN CAMERA. VINYL FLOORS. REGO TO 16th JUNE 2024 CALL STEPHEN FOR ALL ENQUIRIES.

$19,990
Delacombe, VIC

6 hours ago

2013 VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK TDI420 4x4

  • 205000 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

205,000km (highway kms). 4x4. Second owner. Automatic. Clear title. Logbook and full service history. Always serviced every 10,000km with European specialists. Almost new Toyo A/T III front tyres. ARB Canopy with Titan drawers and fridge slide (fridge not included). ECB Bullbar (recently polished). Aftermarket reverse light. Prorack HD roofracks. Clearview towing mirrors. Towbar (can include towball). Redarc electric brakes (need to be wired) Wiring ready for spoties or lightbar. Aftermarket re

$16,000Negotiable
Sunnybank, QLD

6 hours ago

2017 VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK V6 TDI 550 HIGHLINE 8 SP AUTOMATIC DUAL CAB UTE

$33,500
Tolga, QLD

9 hours ago

2021 VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK TDI550 V6 CORE

  • 77000 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.0L

The car is still under warranty, has a remaining 2 years and is attached to the car (not seller). Heaps of added extras - Central Locking canopy - Fitted Floor mats - Roof racks for car & canopy - Dash mat - New all terrain tyres Always serviced. Full service history. Minor scuff marks on rims. Selling due to getting a work car and my wife doesn't drive this car far or long enough to justify ownership RELIABLE WORKHORSE Family life is made easy in this 2020 Volkswagen Amarok. SPECIAL FEATU

$46,599
Yallambie, VIC

12 hours ago

2020 VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK TDI550 V6 CORE 4MOTION 8 SP AUTOMATIC DUAL CAB

  • 33000 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.0L

2020 VW Amarok V6 core One owner. No finance owed. No accidents. new car warranty until August 2025 32xxxklms rego to Aug 30. HSP electric roller cover with factory sports bars 3500kg tow bar redarc tow pro elite 12pin tow plug Anderson plug for towing and tub reverse spot lights MSA towing mirrors additional 12v sockets roof racks side steps stedi light bar custom fit neoprene seat covers from new VW rubber floor mats Tub liner HSP easy up/down tailgate struts HSP tailgate central locking kit

$42,500Negotiable
Moss Vale, NSW

Yesterday

2017 VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK TDI420 CORE

  • 174000 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2017 VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK TDI420 CORE EDITION (4x4) 8 SP AUTOMATIC DUAL CAB UTILITY Dual cab Ute with 2.0 litre twin turbo diesel engine, eight speed Tiptronic auto, cruise with traction control, front side airbags, safety of 4motion, on-demand 4WD, Bluetooth connectivity, alloy wheels, soft Tonneau cover, genuine Volkswagen roof racks, LineX tub liner, reverse camera. Full Service History.

$23,500Negotiable
Osborne Park, WA

Yesterday

2015 Volkswagen Amarok TDI420 HIGHLINE (4x4) 8 SP AUTOMATIC DUAL CAB U

  • 232858 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

High line, Dual climate control Satellite navigation Rear view camera Dual cab , 5 seats Auto, 8 speed, turbo Lumber support front seats Front and rear parking sensors Rain sensor wipers Full service history One owner Auto headlights Side steps Car seat covers Power windows Cruse control New tyres Tow bar Can bring to Wollongong, Canberra or Wagga

$25,000Negotiable
Buckajo, NSW

Yesterday

2015 VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK TDI420 (4x4) 8 SP AUTOMATIC DUAL CAB UTILITY, 5

$17,000Negotiable
Toowoomba Region, QLD

Yesterday

2013 VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK TDI420 HIGHLINE (4x4) 8 SP AUTOMATIC DUAL CAB U

  • 205000 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

ONE OWNER. 2013 Amarok Highline. Automatic 8 speed. 205,000 k's at time of writing this ad. Absolutely love this ute. Selling as I no longer camp and elderly parent unable to get in and out of it. Going back to a sedan. Always serviced and taken good care of. Never been driven on the beach/sand. Long list of extras. Never been in a collision. Front and rear diff oils and Auto gearbox recently serviced by local European car mechanic. New polyurethane leaf spring bushes fitted. New radiator. Ti

$23,000Negotiable
Harrington Park, NSW

Yesterday

2017 (MY18)Volkswagen Amarok 550 ultimate

  • 95000 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.0L

2017 Vw Amarok 550 ultimate has been kept in a great condition inside out always serviced on time by Volkswagen and a Volkswagen professional after warranty finished. Second owner 2 keys Log books Always garaged Loads of extras over 10k Arb 2”lift kit old man emu Snorkel Kings rims Sumaxx AT tyres Rhino roof racks Viper front bar Arb long range fuel tank 130L Second battery set up 80L dual zone fridge freezer Original Weather shields Original floor mats Seat covers for front seats Leather ste

$42,000Negotiable
Enfield, NSW

Yesterday

2020 Volkswagen Amarok TDI580 HIGHLINE 4MOTION 8 SP AUTOMATIC DUAL CAB

  • 69000 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.0L

2020 TD1580 HIGHLINE VW AMAROK. Bought feb 2021 new. 10 months rego . 20 months full factory warranty and car car plan , free servicing . 69000KM. tinted windows. safari snorkel . roof and tradie ladder racks. 2 inch dobinson lift kit . iron man bull bar 1000 lum light bar . ROH 18inch mags with pirelli tyres . uniden 2 way . tub liner . tub cover . this car is ready for work or play . awsome condition .

$46,500
Townsville, QLD

Yesterday

2012 Volkswagen Amarok TDI420 HIGHLINE (4x4) 8 SP AUTOMATIC DUAL CAB U

  • 214000 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

*** PRICE REDUCED *** WAS $14,490 2012 Volkswagen Amarok Highline TDI420 4Motion - 2.0L Twin Turbo Diesel - 8-Speed Automatic - 214,000kms - 20/9/24 Registration - Books & Spare Key - Service History - 4-Motion 4x4 - Tow Bar & Redarc Brakes - Ladder Rack - Sports Bar - Soft Tonneau Cover - Aftermarket Reverse Cam - Bluetooth - Dual-Zone Climate Control - Cruise Control - Rear Parking Sensors - Front Fog Lights - Height Adjust Front Seats - Side Steps - Heated Side Mirrors - Hill Descent Contr

$13,990
Port Macquarie, NSW

Yesterday

2018 VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK V6 TDI 550 SPORTLINE 8 SP AUTOMATIC UTILITY

$45,000Negotiable
Cooranbong, NSW

Yesterday

2017 VOLKSWAGEN AMAROKV6 TDI 550 HIGHLINE 8 SP AUTOMATIC DUAL CAB UTE.

  • 172000 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.0L

Good looking well maintained vehicle. Slight trolley damage to LHS passenger door.

$27,990
Chapman, ACT

03/05/2024

2017 VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK V6 TDI 550 HIGHLINE

  • 242000 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.0L

VW Amarok 2017 Highline 550 242000km ARB Bullbar with under body protection Rhino rack roof racks with tradie rollers at the back Alpha GSE canopy with central locking rear canopy door Stedi spotlights Clearview electric mirrors Uniden UH9000 CB Headrest DVD screens Leather interior Redarc electric trailer brakes Titan drawer Canopy shelving unit Selling as i no longer need a 4wd ute. Regularly serviced Tune with the EGR DPF delete With the kms on the clock comes a few niggly scratches and st

$25,888.88Negotiable
Cessnock, NSW

03/05/2024

2012 (MY13) VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK TDI420 HIGHLINE DUAL CAB UTILITY

  • 278500 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

I have just upgraded to a new Amarok so selling the old one! I have owned since brand new, 2012 (MY13) VW Amarok Dual Cab ute. White. Presents great and freshly detailed for sale. Inspection won't disappoint. Well looked after with full service history. Rego until March 25. 2.0L Bi Turbo Diesel 8 Speed Auto 278500 Km's Alpha Canopy Ironman 4x4 bullbar with UltraVision Nitro Maxx 140 spotty's (can be sold with spotty's removed if preferred) Long Ranger Auxiliary fuel tank (143L total) ARB OM

$16,500Negotiable
Madora Bay, WA

03/05/2024

2018 VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK V6 TDI DARK LABEL 8 SP AUTOMATIC

  • 124000 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.0L

Selling the Amarok V6 diesel. Powerful car. Absolutely great engine with fantastic dynamics and superb to drive Great condition, very well looked after with service history. Clean Just come for test drive

$40,900
Perth, WA

03/05/2024

2018 VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK V6 TDI 550 SPORTLINE 8 SP AUTO DUAL CAB UTILITY

  • 158000 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.0L

Amarok -2018 Volkswagen Amarok V6 Sportline TDI550 4x4 4Motion Starlight Blue -Drivetech Rival front bullbar -158xxx km -Single owner since new, fully serviced and maintained. Has been a perfect workhorse, no problems in the 5 years I have owned it. Regrettable sale for a house deposit -RWC supplied prior to sale -Removable galvanised steel front ladder rack powder-coated satin black 1400mm wide, perfect for carrying up to 6.5 metre lengths -Safari Snorkel -Towbar -Wildpeak A/T AT3W 265/60 R18

$42,500
Ashgrove, QLD

03/05/2024

2017 VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK

  • 129400 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2017 VW Amarok Car drives very well & smooth with no issues. Full VW service history. Next service not due for a while. Weathershields Reversing camera Tub liner Tub mat Rail protectors VW Floor mats Full tint Has dent imperfection on right rear exterior as shown. Rwc obtained 2 weeks ago with nothing to do on it.

$23,000Negotiable
Officer, VIC

03/05/2024

2014 VW AMAROK TDI 420 ULTIMATE

  • 88578 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

Top of the range 2014 VW Amarok Ultimate for sale. One owner, ex company vehicle , well maintained, impeccable service history through VW Dealership, genuine lows kms at just 88,600, registered until Oct 2024.

$26,000Negotiable
Murarrie, QLD

03/05/2024

2022 Volkswagen Amarok TDI580 V6 BLACK EDTN 4MOTION 8 SP AUTOMATIC DUA

$59,000
Blue Haven, NSW

03/05/2024

2017 VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK V6 TDI 550 SPORTLINE 8 SP AUTO DUAL CAB UTILITY

$31,430
Stanthorpe, QLD

02/05/2024

Overview of the Volkswagen Amarok

Overview of the Volkswagen Amarok

Volkswagen is no stranger to commercial vehicles, yet its Amarok was still a surprise entrant to the ute segment dominated by American and Japanese manufacturers.

It made an impact on the safety front, too, when it became the first ute to gain a five-star independent crash rating.

The Volkswagen Amarok was also differentiated by a drivetrain that was sophisticated for the segment - a twin-turbocharged diesel mated to an eight-speed auto. A powerful V6 joined the range in 2016.

VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK GENERATIONS

2011 on

RUNNING COSTS

Fuel Consumption

2.0L 4-cylinder twin-turbo diesel: 7.5 to 8.7 litres per 100km

3.0L V6 turbo diesel: 7.8 to 9.0 litres per 100km

= Highly economical.

= Good economy.

= Average fuel use.

= Heavy consumption.

Servicing

SIMILAR MODELS TO VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK

WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR: VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK (2011 ON)

Because the Amarok uses a conventional torque-converter automatic transmission (or a conventional manual) it has dodged the ongoing reliability problems suffered by some of VW's double-clutch transmissions.

The 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo diesel works hard in a big vehicle like this, but generally the Amarok seems to cope pretty well. We'd approach an example with a huge tow-hitch as one to check carefully and make sure there's no damage underneath from having been used off-road (something the vehicle was actually very good at).

The Amarok was, however, caught up in VW's 'Dieselgate' scandal where the company attempted to 'cheat' in official fuel economy and emissions testing.

VW was forced to recall thousands of vehicles that included Australian-delivered Amaroks to install new software to keep the legislators happy.

Some owners are yet to comply so check with a VW dealer for the status of a particular Amarok.