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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.
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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

20 hours ago

2018 Volkswagen Amarok MY17 TDI420 CORE 4X4 DUAL CAB

  • 121000 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2018 VW Amarok 2H MY17 TDI420 Core Cab Chassis Dual Cab 4dr Auto 8sp 4MOTION Perm 1018kg 2.0DTT -4x4 -Reversing Camera -Dual Front Airbag Package -Anti-lock Braking -Automatic Air Con / Climate Control -Brake Assist -Central Locking Remote Control -Cloth Trim -Electronic Brake Force Distribution -Electronic Differential Lock -Electronic Stability Program -Head Airbags -Hill Descent Control -Hill Holder -Engine Immobiliser -Protective Glazing -Power Mirrors -Power Steering -Power Windows -Radio

$32,990Negotiable
Maddington, WA

25/04/2024

2016 VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK TDI420 CORE EDITION (4x4) 8 SP AUTOMATIC

  • 226000 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

VW Amarok, 2016, 8-speed Auto 4-motion, 4-cylinder, bi-turbo, 2Ltr Deisel. Lots of extras: bulbar, canopy, transmission cooler, towbar, electric brakes, air bags, 350kg constant load springs, Iron Man Suspension, Hankook AT2 Tires. 226km on the clock, all country miles, Has towed 2.3t van for 45,000km total. Drives very well with no issues.

$21,500Negotiable
Port Macquarie, NSW

24/04/2024

2018 VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK TDI420 (4x4)

  • 202000 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2018 Volkswagen Amarok TDI420 Core Edition 4x4 Automatic Diesel RWC and Rego - ready for you to own. Only travelled 202,000K’s This car has been beautifully maintained and is in FANTASTIC condition inside and out! - Rego till 07/06/2024 - One previous owner - Full log book service history - Powerful 4cyl Diesel - Reverse camera - Bluetooth music and calls - Cruise control - 1 key - Upgraded sound system - Outback armour suspension - TJM airtec snorkel - Rhino rack roof tray - Rock slide

$26,999Negotiable
Banora Point, NSW

24/04/2024

2015 VOLKSWAGEN CORE EDITION (4x4) 8 SP AUTOMATIC DUAL C/CHAS

$9,900Negotiable
Shoalhaven Heads, NSW

23/04/2024

2015 VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK TDI420 CORE EDITION (4x4) 8 SP AUTOMATIC DUAL C

  • 181000 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2015 VW AMAROK 4CYL DIESEL 8 SPEED AUTOMATIC. TOW BAR,BEDLINER, ROOF RACK, SIDE STEP, TONNEAU COVER, FLOOR MATS. NEAR NEW TYRES, NEW BATTERY, SERVICE HISTORY. 2 KEYS, REGO 8/2024, 181000KMs CAR IS IN GOOD CONDITION, DRIVES WELL WITH NO ISSUES. WILL UPDATE PHOTO IN CAR TEXT ONLY

$20,999Negotiable
West Busselton, WA

20/04/2024

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.