The Best Vehicle Interior Available for Under $30,000 Is in a Mazda

The Best Vehicle Interior Available for Under $30,000 Is in a Mazda

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

New Volkswagen Golf R now available with manual transmission

The new Volkswagen Golf R can now be ordered with a manual transmission. Since its local launch in February 2014, the new Golf R has sold over 740 units in spite of only being available with DSG transmission.

The new Golf R is powered by a newly designed 206 kW engine (380Nm of torque available from 1800rpm). Like all previous Golf R models, the new model also transfers its turbocharged engine power to the road via a permanent all-wheel drive system. In this case, it is the latest version of the 4MOTION system with a fifth-generation Haldex coupling.

A newly configured sport suspension system (body height lowered by 20 mm), coupled with the new progressive steering system and “ESC Sport” ensures that the dynamic driving experience is exceptional. Optional features include Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC) system with the driving profile selector that features a new Race mode.

The Golf R with a manual transmission reaches 100 km/h after just 5.2 seconds (previous model: 5.7 seconds). The car’;s top speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h.  The fuel consumption is down from 8.5 to 6.9 l/100 km compared to that of the previous model. The new Golf R is equipped with BlueMotion Technology that offers Stop-Start system and battery regeneration.

Retail Prices (VAT and emissions tax included)

2.0 TSI 206 kW Manual             R485 400

2.0 TSI 206 kW DSG                 R499 990

The new Golf R comes standard with a 5 year/90 000km Service Plan, 3 year/120 000km warranty and a 12 year anti-corrosion warranty. Service interval is 15 000km.

New Volkswagen Golf R now available with manual transmission

New Volkswagen Golf R now available with manual transmission

The new Volkswagen Golf R can now be ordered with a manual transmission. Since its local launch in February 2014, the new Golf R has sold over 740 units in spite of only being available with DSG transmission.

The new Golf R is powered by a newly designed 206 kW engine (380Nm of torque available from 1800rpm). Like all previous Golf R models, the new model also transfers its turbocharged engine power to the road via a permanent all-wheel drive system. In this case, it is the latest version of the 4MOTION system with a fifth-generation Haldex coupling.

A newly configured sport suspension system (body height lowered by 20 mm), coupled with the new progressive steering system and “ESC Sport” ensures that the dynamic driving experience is exceptional. Optional features include Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC) system with the driving profile selector that features a new Race mode.

The Golf R with a manual transmission reaches 100 km/h after just 5.2 seconds (previous model: 5.7 seconds). The car’;s top speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h.  The fuel consumption is down from 8.5 to 6.9 l/100 km compared to that of the previous model. The new Golf R is equipped with BlueMotion Technology that offers Stop-Start system and battery regeneration.

Retail Prices (VAT and emissions tax included)

2.0 TSI 206 kW Manual             R485 400

2.0 TSI 206 kW DSG                 R499 990

The new Golf R comes standard with a 5 year/90 000km Service Plan, 3 year/120 000km warranty and a 12 year anti-corrosion warranty. Service interval is 15 000km.

New Volkswagen Golf R now available with manual transmission

New Volkswagen Golf R now available with manual transmission

The new Volkswagen Golf R can now be ordered with a manual transmission. Since its local launch in February 2014, the new Golf R has sold over 740 units in spite of only being available with DSG transmission.

The new Golf R is powered by a newly designed 206 kW engine (380Nm of torque available from 1800rpm). Like all previous Golf R models, the new model also transfers its turbocharged engine power to the road via a permanent all-wheel drive system. In this case, it is the latest version of the 4MOTION system with a fifth-generation Haldex coupling.

A newly configured sport suspension system (body height lowered by 20 mm), coupled with the new progressive steering system and “ESC Sport” ensures that the dynamic driving experience is exceptional. Optional features include Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC) system with the driving profile selector that features a new Race mode.

The Golf R with a manual transmission reaches 100 km/h after just 5.2 seconds (previous model: 5.7 seconds). The car’;s top speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h.  The fuel consumption is down from 8.5 to 6.9 l/100 km compared to that of the previous model. The new Golf R is equipped with BlueMotion Technology that offers Stop-Start system and battery regeneration.

Retail Prices (VAT and emissions tax included)

2.0 TSI 206 kW Manual             R485 400

2.0 TSI 206 kW DSG                 R499 990

The new Golf R comes standard with a 5 year/90 000km Service Plan, 3 year/120 000km warranty and a 12 year anti-corrosion warranty. Service interval is 15 000km.

New Volkswagen Golf R now available with manual transmission