8.2
2024 Volkswagen Amarok PanAmericana TDI600 review
With a nice blend of on- and off-road ability, rugged looks, and V6 turbo-diesel power, the Amarok PanAmericana is an appealing ute.
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Scott Collie
2022 Volkswagen Amarok vs 2024 LDV T60 Comparison
Volkswagen Amarok
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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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8.2
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Based on the Volkswagen Amarok PANAMERICANA TDI600 4MOTION
Based on the LDV T60 MAX PLUS (4x4)
Best suitable for...
Work
Driving the family
Long distance drivingFuel Efficiency
80L
568 to 792 km
73L
650 to 679 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
5 year
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CarExpert's Take
Scott Collie
Contributor
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Interesting interior finishes
- Balance of ride and handling
- Undercuts Aventura by $5000
Misses
- Tech has fallen further behind Ranger
- Doesn't go as far as some off-road rivals
- More expensive than key rivals
Matt Campbell
Senior Contributor
Matt Campbell drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Big changes to tech and spec
- Massive interior glow-up
- New rear coils improve ride
Misses
- Still not as refined as some rivals
- Still missing key safety tech
- Still no capped-price servicing
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 (+$990)
- Premium Paint (+$500)
Colours Available
The 2023 LDV T60 Max is available in the following colours:
- Blanc White
- Lava Grey
- Metal Black
- Jewel Blue
- Maple Leaf Orange
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO CDI, DIESEL TURBO F/INJ, BI TURBO CDI, TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | TWIN TURBO CDI | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1968 - 2993 | 1996 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.0L, 3.0L, 2.3L | 2.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| DIESEL TURBO 4, DIESEL TURBO V6, DIESEL TWIN TURBO 4, BI TURBO DIESEL 4, TURBO 4 | TWIN TURBO 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM, VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 12 - 24 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 125kW - 222kW | 160kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 2500 - 5900 | 4000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 400Nm - 600Nm | 500Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1250 - 3350 | 1500 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 10 - 17 | 15.9 | |
