Amarok Double Cab Automatic now available in 4×2

The Amarok Double Cab has revolutionised the local 1-tonne bakkie market since its introduction in September 2010. One of the innovative technologies that Amarok introduced into the local bakkie segment was the 8-speed automatic transmission in January 2013. Until now, this popular derivative was only available with a permanent 4-wheel drive system.

Customers can now order the Amarok Double Cab Automatic with a rear-wheel drive system. The 4×2 derivative has a combined fuel consumption of 8.2 litres per 100 km and CO₂ emissions of 216 g/km.

The additional gears make it possible to achieve a wider gear ratio spread between the 1^st and 8^th gears compared to a conventional automatic transmission. As a result, the 132kW 2.0 litre BiTDI engine works more frequently in its optimal torque band. The 8^th gear has been configured as a fuel saving overdrive gear that operates at reduced engine speed.

The 2.0 litre BiTDI has a maximum torque of 420 Newton metres that is available at 1 750rpm.The top speed of 180 km/h is reached in 7^th gear. It only takes 10.6 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h.

Standard Features

The Amarok Double Cab Automatic is offered with the top of the range equipment line, Highline. Its standard safety and convenient features include ESP with brake assist and Hill Start/Hill Descent assist, ABS including off-road ABS, driver and front passenger airbag, daytime running lights, park distance control (rear), 17-inch alloy wheels, Radio/CD (MP3 capable) with 6 speakers, Climatronic 2-zone air conditioning system, electrically foldable mirrors, storage drawers under front seats, cruise control and 12-volt socket in centre console, dashboard and load box.

Optional Features

Customers can order optional functional features such as park distance control (front), alloy wheels (18 and 19-inch) and Vienna leather seats to individualise their Amarok Double Cab Automatics.

Retail Pricelist (Vat Included)

Amarok Double Cab 2.0 BiTDI 132kW 4×2 Auto Highline                R467 700

Service and Warranty

The Amarok Double Cab with automatic transmission comes standard with 3 year/100 000 km manufacturer warranty, 5 year/90 000 km Automotion Service Plan and 6 year anti-corrosion warranty. The service interval is at 15 000 km.

Amarok Double Cab Automatic now available in 4×2

Volkswagen Amarok Ultimate Proves Cushy Trucks Aren’t Just for America

Yeah, yeah, yeah, we know we’re in no way going to get the wicked-cool Volkswagen Amarok compact pickup right here, at least not any time soon. But that won’t cease us from wanting it—or writing about it. So behold the Amarok Ultimate, a new range-topping model that follows a formula well-known amongst American truck-makers: Add luxury—and add cost.  

The Amorok Ultimate stakes out a higher level of poshness over plebian Amaroks with regular bi-xenon headlamps, a special LED running lamp style, silver door mirror caps, and darkened taillights. The polished 19-inch “Aragonit” wheels, silver skid plate, and chrome side actions add much more flash, although we could do with no the tacky reduced physique decals.

The Ultimate is primarily based on the Amarok Highline model, so it already comes effectively-equipped, but VW adds a ton of extra gear to that strong base. A backup camera, energy-folding and heated door mirrors, an alarm method, heated front seats, and navigation are all part of the deal. A handful of things are unique to the Ultimate, including reduce-pile floor mats and faux suede seat upholstery. The truck is available only in Candy White, Organic Grey, Reflex Silver, Starlight Blue, Toffee Brown, and Deep Black.

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Want 1? Nicely while you pack your bags for your move to Europe, don’t forget to bring €41,376.30—or about $ 56K at existing exchange rates. If you want one here, you will have to wait a few a lot more years at least whilst VW makes a decision about providing a pickup right here in the U.S. (Preserve in thoughts that, if VW gives a truck right here at all, it might not be the Amarok.) For now, this “Luxo-rok” shows that Volkswagen certainly has a finger on the pulse of what tends to make truck-buying Americans tick. Well, aside from size, of course.

Volkswagen Amarok Ultimate Proves Cushy Trucks Aren’t Just for America