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Amarok is Volkswagen's first one-tone ute. A ruff and tough car with a ruff and tough look, Amarok's is designed to allow more wheel lock under braking to reduce the stopping distance on gravel and dirt. Volkswagen has designed the Amarok to have the widest tub in the class, measuring 1555mm long, 1620mm across the back and 1222mm between the wheel arches. It runs front disc brakes and drums on the rear and its diesels are 2.0-liter common-rail turbo four cylinders with a single turbo and generate 90kW and 340Nm and manages an impressive average fuel consumption figure of 7.5 litres per 100km with the rear drive variant. With a push of an 'Off Road' button near the gear shift, Amarok is blend of funk and adventure.

Volkswagen Amarok

The whole new Volkswagen Amarok differentiates itself by unbelievable driving qualities, both on- and off-road. It sets brand new standards in the pick-up category in respect to interior room, load capacity, ergonomics, ease, and fuel consumption. The Amarok's cargo area is 2.52 square meters, including a "best in class" 1222mm wide space between the wheel wells, making it possible to load European palettes sideways. Buy Volkswagen Amarok to enjoy freedom and adventure and the fun of driving!

Volkswagen has dropped pricing details for the new Amarok pickup truck in Britain. At launch, the Amarok will be offered only as a double-cab in three trim levels and with a choice of two turbo diesel engines. Prices start from £16,995 for the Startline model and £18,995 for the Trendline, while the range-topping Highline will cost from £21,575.

The entry-level powerplant is the 2.0-litre TDI with 122-ponies, which is available on the Startline models. A more powerful 2.0-liter BiTDI with 163-horses is standard on the Trendline and Highline models.

All Amaroks come equipped with VW's 4MOTION Selectable four-wheel drive system, which allows the driver to choose between rear-wheel drive, four-wheel drive and low range four-wheel drive through a dashboard-mounted button. All models fitted with this 4WD system have a gross vehicle weight of 3,170 kg and more robust suspension which results in a payload of over 1,045 kg.