New VW Amarok – South African pricing announced

VW South Africa has announced the pricing of its highly-anticipated Amarok which is now on the market in 16 specifications.

Buyers looking to get one of the new VW bakkies will have to part ways with at least R599,000 as that is what the most affordable model goes for.

The second-generation Amarok, for the first time, is being produced right here in the rainbow nation in partnership with Ford at the company’s manufacturing plant in Silverton, Pretoria.

Engine options

The South African market receives four diesel engines for the new Amarok, two single-turbo (TDI) 2.0-litre variants, one bi-turbo (Bi-TDI) 2.0-litre, and one TDI, V6, 3.0-litre.

The entry-level TDI is only offered in the base model and generates 110kW and 350Nm and pairs with a five-speed manual gearbox that delivers drive to the back wheels. Fuel consumption is pegged at 6.9l/100km and top speed at 170km/h.

The next TDI, which can be had in the base and Life specifications, generates 125kW and 405Nm and makes use of either a six-speed manual or automatic transmission. This model is offered in rear-wheel drive as well with the 4Motion all-wheel-drive system, with diesel usage ranging between 6.9-7.7l/100km, depending on the setup.

Sitting above this, the Bi-TDI produces 154kW and 500Nm and is exclusively available with a 10-speed automatic transmission and 4Motion. This setup reports an average fuel economy of 7.5l/100km and a top speed of 180km/h.

At the top, the flagship V6 puts out 184kW and 600Nm at a consumption rate of 8.4l/100km with a maximum of 180km/h on the books, and it also sports the 10-gear auto-box and 4Motion system.

As a result, the entire Amarok line-up is now capable of hauling loads of up to 1.19 tonnes in the rear box as well as tow a maximum of 3,500kg – whereas the previous generation was only rated for up to 3,300kg.

Similarly, the double cab has grown in size now measuring 96mm longer with its wheelbase extended by 173mm, resulting in more aggressive approach and departure angles of 30 and 26 degrees, respectively. It now boasts an 800mm maximum water wading depth, too.

Accessories

The new Amarok is more a leisure double cab than a workhorse, and its standard accessories reflect this.

The bakkie is offered in Base, Life, Style, Aventura, and PanAmericana guises, with fitments such as LED headlights, a multifunction steering wheel, an 8.0-inch digital cockpit, a 10-inch central touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, rear parking sensors, a rear-view camera, cruise control, and 16-inch steel wheels being standard on the cheapest model.

Upgrading to the Life sees the addition of a leather steering wheel, seat height and lumbar support adjustment for the front passengers, carpet floor covering, a speed limiter, an electronic parking brake, front parking sensors, a power tailgate lock, as well as 17-inch “Combra” wheels on the 125kW version and front seat heating and 18-inch Amadora rims on the 154kW one.

On top of this, the Style gets keyless entry and start, dual-zone climate control, wireless charging, Savona leather upholstery, heated front seats, ambient lighting, a USB port in the rear-view mirror, a 230V power socket, a 12-inch digital driver’s cluster, a 12-inch infotainment screen, high-beam assist, a multi-collision brake system, autonomous emergency braking, lane assist, and a tyre pressure monitor.

This model is also the recipient of a tubular chrome styling bar, side steps, and either 18-inch Amadora or 20-inch Bendigo alloys.

The top-end Aventura and PanAmericana are further endowed with a host of nice-to-haves, though there is one important distinction between them. The former’s design and features are catered towards comfort and lifestyle whereas the latter is focused on utility and off-roading.

On both, buyers get the IQ.Light LED headlights, LED tail lights, a Harmon Kardon stereo, the Discover Media navigation system, “Cricket” leather seats, rubber floor mats, rear cross-traffic alert, park assist, front assist with autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control with traffic jam assist, a 360-degree camera, driver fatigue detection, evasive steering assist, blind-spot monitoring, and either black 18-inch Amadora or 20-inch Bendigo wheels.

The PanAmericana then has a black tubular styling bar, silver roof rails, a load box bed liner, metal underbody protection, improved suspension, and if the Comfort Package is selected, an electric roller cover for the load bed and cargo management system.

The Aventura, on the other hand, brings chrome finishes for the mirrors, door handles, and side steps, a body-colour sports bar, an electric roller cover for the load bed as standard, premium carpet floor mats, and 21-inch Varberg rims.

Price

The South African pricing and model line-up for the new VW Amarok are as follows:

VW Amarok 2.0 TDI 110kW – R599,000
VW Amarok 2.0 TDI 125kW – R650,500
VW Amarok 2.0 TDI 125kW 4Motion – R721,500
VW Amarok Life 2.0 TDI 125kW – R683,500
VW Amarok Life 2.0 TDI 125kW 4Motion – R738,000
VW Amarok Life 2.0 TDI 125kW 4Motion Auto – R760,000
VW Amarok Life 2.0 Bi-TDI 154kW 4Motion Auto – R825,500
VW Amarok Style 2.0 Bi-TDI 154kW 4Motion Auto – R900,000
VW Amarok Style 2.0 Bi-TDI 154kW 4Motion Auto (Comfort package) – R919,500
VW Amarok Style 3.0 TDI V6 184kW 4Motion Auto – R966,000
VW Amarok Style 3.0 TDI V6 184kW 4Motion Auto (Comfort package) – R985,500
VW Amarok PanAmericana 2.0 Bi-TDI 154kW 4Motion Auto – R987,000
VW Amarok PanAmericana 2.0 Bi-TDI 154kW 4Motion Auto (Comfort package) – R1,017,000
VW Amarok PanAmericana 3.0 TDI V6 184kW 4Motion Auto – R1,053,000
VW Amarok PanAmericana 3.0 TDI V6 184kW 4Motion Auto (Comfort package) – R1,083,000
VW Amarok Aventura 3.0 TDI V6 184kW 4Motion Auto – R1,105,000

Each purchase is accompanied by a 4-year/120,000km warranty and a 5-year/100,000km maintenance plan.

“The new Amarok Single Cab retail is planned to start in Q2 2023,” said VW. “Pricing for the Amarok Single Cab range will be available closer to the retail date.”