

Ben Zachariah
2026 Volkswagen Amarok review
Pros
- Ranger bones in a good-looking suit
- Proper off-road cred
- Classy interior
Cons
- Fuel economy is a let-down
- V6 could be more exciting
- Infotainment screen is overkill
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The new Volkswagen Amarok is a Pickup. Available in Australia from $24,490 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Base variant and topping out at $61,490 for the Ultimate.
There are 4 variants of the Amarok available in Australia and this generation went on sale in September of 2011.
Engine options include 2.0L turbo diesel common rail (120kW/400Nm), 2.0L turbo (120kW/400Nm) and 2.0L turbo petrol direct injection (118kW/300Nm). Available with 6-speed manual or 8-speed automatic transmissions. Both rear-wheel drive and four-wheel drive configurations are available.
The new 2012 Amarok is offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
Retail Price
Transmission
6-speed manual or 8-speed auto
Driven Wheels
4x4 or Rear
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded or Diesel
Body Types
Cab Chassis or Utility
Powertrain Type
4x4 or Rear-wheel Drive
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Retail Price
Transmission
6-speed manual or 8-speed auto
Driven Wheels
4x4 or Rear
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded or Diesel
Body Types
Cab Chassis or Utility
Powertrain Type
4x4 or Rear-wheel Drive
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Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Design, size, and presence on the road
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
The Volkswagen Amarok comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Ultimate.


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| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,979 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,944 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,820 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,095 mm |
| Turning Circle | 12,950 mm |
| Load Capacity | 1,311 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
Our Volkswagen Amarok Exterior and Dimensions Page has every measurement you need to know exactly how this vehicle will fit your driving, garage, or work needs.


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Volkswagen Amarok
The cheapest Volkswagen Amarok is the Base that starts from $24,490.
See all Volkswagen Amarok PricingThe most expensive Volkswagen Amarok is the Ultimate that starts from $61,490.
See all Volkswagen Amarok PricingThe best towing capacity of a Volkswagen Amarok is 3000 kg offered by the following variants: Base, Trendline, Highline and Ultimate.
See all Volkswagen Amarok towing capacityThe largest Volkswagen Amarok is the Trendline which measures 1944mm wide, 5254mm in length and sits 1834mm tall.
The most powerful Volkswagen Amarok is the Trendline which has 132kW of power from its 2.0L Turbo Diesel Common Rail engine.
The Volkswagen Amarok is built in Argentina and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Volkswagen Amarok is the Trendline which weighs 3040 kg (kerb weight).
The Volkswagen Amarok may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Diesel or Premium Unleaded.
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