7.3
2020 Volkswagen Amarok V6 Sportline TDI550 review
The Amarok V6 may be getting on a bit, but its strong points help maintain its appeal today – if you can look past its safety omissions.
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2020 Volkswagen Amarok TDI580S 4MOTION vs 2020 Volkswagen Amarok TDI550 SPORTLINE 4MOTION (DEU) Comparison
Volkswagen Amarok
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2020 Volkswagen Amarok
TDI580S 4MOTION
vs
2020 Volkswagen Amarok
TDI550 SPORTLINE 4MOTION (DEU)
How they stack...
CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the pick up or cab chassis 4x4 category, between scores of 7 and 8.4.
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Based on the Volkswagen Amarok TDI550 SPORTLINE 4MOTION (DEU)
Based on the Volkswagen Amarok TDI550 SPORTLINE 4MOTION (DEU)
Best suitable for...
Work
Driving the family
Long distance drivingFuel Efficiency
80L
712 km
80L
624 km
Warranty
5 year
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CarExpert's Take
James Wong
Marketplace Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Class-leading V6 diesel
- Permanent 4x4 gives all-weather confidence
- Feels more like an SUV to drive than a truck
Misses
- Major safety shortcomings
- Pricey servicing costs
- Low-speed ride can be busy
James Wong
Marketplace Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Class-leading V6 diesel
- Permanent 4x4 gives all-weather confidence
- Feels more like an SUV to drive than a truck
Misses
- Major safety shortcomings
- Pricey servicing costs
- Low-speed ride can be busy
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Metallic Paint (+$700)
- Pearl Effect Paint (+$700)
- XL Conversion (+$18,995)
- XXL Conversion (+$21,995)
- Additional 12 Volt Socket/s (+$160)
- Automatic Headlights & Rain Sensing Wipers (+$350)
- Lumbar Support Both Front Seats (+$360)
- Metallic Paint (+$700)
- Parking Distance Control Rear & Rear View Camera (+$920)
Ready To Buy
Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO DIESEL DIR INJ | TURBO DIESEL DIR INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 2967 | 2967 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 3.0L | 3.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| DIESEL TURBO V6 | DIESEL TURBO V6 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 24 | 24 | |
| Power | ||
| 190kW | 165kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 3250 | 2500 | |
| Torque | ||
| 580Nm | 550Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1400 | 1500 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 16 | 16 | |
