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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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Top2015 VOLKSWAGEN CORE EDITION (4x4) 8 SP AUTOMATIC DUAL C/CHAS

$7,900Negotiable
Shoalhaven Heads, NSW

30/04/2024

Top2013 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

19 hours ago

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

$31,430
Stanthorpe, QLD

02/05/2024

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

$17,000Negotiable
Toowoomba Region, QLD

18 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

Top2020 VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK TDI550 V6 CORE 4MOTION 8 SP AUTOMATIC DUAL CAB

$42,500
Randwick, NSW

02/05/2024

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

14 hours ago

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

14 hours ago

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

15 hours ago

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

$17,000Negotiable
Toowoomba Region, QLD

18 hours ago

2011 VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK TDI400 HIGHLINE (4x4) 6 SP MANUAL DUAL CAB UTIL

  • 266973 km
  • Ute
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

I am the second owner of this 2011 Volkswagen Amarok Highline TDI400 Dual Cab 4Motion 4x4 - 2.0L Bi-Turbo Diesel 4 Cylinder - 6 Speed Manual - 18" Kumho MT51 Tyres at 95% - Pioneer Double Din Head unit with Apple Carplay, Android Auto & Reverse Camera - Genuine Volkswagen Towbar with 7 pin round plug - RedArc TowPro Elite Brake Controller - Just been Serviced - New wipers - New Drive Belt - New Timing Belt Kit Inc pulleys and tensioner at 262,000 - Heavy Duty Clutch - Registered until 21/09/202

$14,500Negotiable
Victor Harbor Area, SA

19 hours ago

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

19 hours ago

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

$43,500Negotiable
Enfield, NSW

24 hours ago

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

24 hours ago

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

24 hours ago

2011 VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK TDI400 HIGHLINE (4x4) 6 SP MANUAL DUAL CAB UTIL

$23,000Negotiable
Mansfield, QLD

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

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

2017 VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK V6 TDI 550 SPORTLINE 8 SP AUTOMATIC

  • 175000 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.0L

*** JUST LISTED *** 2017 Volkswagen Amarok Sportline TDI550 - 3.0L V6 Turbo Diesel - 8-Speed Automatic - 175,000kms - 12/3/25 Registration - Books & Spare Key - Service History - 4-Motion Constant 4x4 - Ironman Bull Bar - Ironman Side Steps - Tow Bar & Redarc Brakes - Apple/Android Connectivity - Dual Zone Climate Control - Auto Headlights - Front Fog Lights - Rain Sensing Wipers - Reverse Camera - F & R Sensors - Heated Side Mirrors - Height Adjust Drivers Seat - Cruise Control - Hill Hold F

$24,990
Port Macquarie, NSW

02/05/2024

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

$42,500
Randwick, NSW

02/05/2024

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

02/05/2024

2014 VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK TDI420 (4x4) 8 SP AUTOMATIC DUAL CAB UTILITY

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

2014 Volkswagen Amarok Ultimate TDI420 174,000kms July rego Leather interior Full service history Yokohama Geolander AT tyres 80% Good clean ute Great condition Set up for touring, families or tradies All original parts including mirrors etc included Extras: ARB Accent canopy with central locking Redarc tow pro Throttle controller Nudge bar Driving lights Roof racks Weathershields, protectors etc Aftermarket 7in head unit with wireless carplay and Android auto Renogy 12v system with inverter,

$23,200Negotiable
Camden, NSW

02/05/2024

2021 VW AMAROK TDI420 CORE 4MOTION 8 SP AUTOMATIC DUAL CAB UTILITY

  • 70000 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 2.0L

RELIABLE WORKHORSE This 2021 Volkswagen Amarok is ready for any job. Features fit for a tradie: It has trailer sway control and cargo tie down hooks/Rings. 12Volt socket put in the tub to connect the fridge. MORE FEATURES: This Volkswagen Amarok has driver airbag, hill descent control (HDC), memory card reader, hill holder, rear vision camera and passenger airbag. Equipped with ABS brakes. Using the multi-function steering wheel, listen to your favourite music and answer calls without taking

$36,400Negotiable
Marsden Park, NSW

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.