You had high expectations. Ours were higher.
Introducing the Amarok, a ute forged by some of the world’s toughest critics - Aussies. A ute that looks, feels and performs better than ever before. Uncompromising in its performance, the Amarok comes with an incredible amount of new technology, premium design and unsurpassed levels of comfort and safety – everything you demanded and more. So, thanks for the tough love, Australia. It’s what pushed us to create our most capable ute yet.
Performance without compromise
You didn’t hold back in demanding the best, so we haven’t held back in delivering it. The Amarok range gives you a choice of powerful diesel and petrol engines, spearheaded by the barnstorming 3.0-litre V6 TDI engine boasting 600Nm of torque. New adaptable 4x4 drive modes ensures there’s no off-road situation the Amarok can’t beat, while rear diff lock, traction control and downhill descent control remain true to the resilient Amarok spirit. The same can be said for the Amarok’s 3.5 tonne braked towing capacity1, only now an increased gross combined mass (up to 6400kg) dials up the toughness.
Next level tech
Driving our toughest and most capable ute yet doesn’t mean you need to compromise on technology. We’ve taken innovation to the next level with a vertical touchscreen infotainment, up to 12 inches in certain models, that ‘levitates’ above the central console. A digital cockpit with up to 12-inch digital instrument cluster then reveals essential driving information like never before. And with wireless App-Connect, your smartphone will seamlessly connect to the Amarok, with wireless charging on the side for extra convenience.
Safe inside and out
You shouldn’t accept anything but the best when it comes to safety, so we’ve dialled up the safety specs big time. With a 5-star ANCAP safety rating, the Amarok sets an unrivalled standard for what’s possible in a ute. It boasts up to 31 state-of-the-art driver assistance systems, 20 of which are brand new to the Amarok. From tight city streets to long open highways, features like Adaptive Cruise Control and autonomous emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist monitoring – just to name a few – make driving the Amarok easier and safer than ever before.4
The evolution of the Amarok
Customise your Amarok
Customise Your Choice
Features of Core
- 17" 'Combra Alloy wheels, including steel spare wheel
- LED headlights
- Rear parking sensors with rear view camera
- 10.1" Infotainment system including touch display and DAB
- Differential lock in rear
- Driver/passenger/middle airbag, side and curtain airbag
- 8-inch Digital Cockpit
- Vinyl floor covering
- Wireless phone charging
- Driver Assistance systesm: ACC, Lane Assist and Traffic Sign Recognition
Features of Life
- LED front fog lamps
- Embossed fabric seats
- Carpet floor covering
- Power-folding exterior mirrors
- Leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel
- 6 speakers
- Electronic parking brake
- Driver Assistance system: ACC, Lane Assist, Traffic Sign Recognition and Blind Spot Monitoring
Features of Style
- 18" 'Amadora' Alloy wheels including alloy spare wheel
- Black bumper in rear with chrome-plated styling elements
- Chrome Sports bar
- ArtVelours microfleece seats
- 12" digital Infotainment system including touch display and DAB
- IQ.LIGHT LED matrix headlamps
- Keyless locking and starting system Keyless Access with SAFELOCK
- Driver Assistance system: ACC, Lane Assist, Traffic Sign Recognition, Blind Spot Monitoring and 360 Area View camera
Features of Panamerica
- 18" 'Amadora' Alloy wheels painted Black with all-terrain tyres and alloy spare wheel
- Body-colored bumper in front, X-style
- LED taillights
- Roof rails
- Exterior mirrors and door handles in black
- Black powder-coated Sports bar and black side steps
- 12" Infotainment system with navigation and Harman Kardon premium sound system
- 10-way electric seats in Cricket leather
- Spray liner coating in load compartment
Features of V6 Aventura
- 21" 'Varberg' Alloy wheels including alloy spare wheel
- Body-colored bumper with Chrome in front, X-style
- Moulded Sports bar with chrome inlay side steps
- Chrome-plated exterior mirror housings and door handles
- Load compartment electric cover system
- 10-way electric seats in Savona leather
Up for any challenge
From maxed-out towing power to a powerful V6 engine, no stone has been left unturned in creating the most uncompromising and capable Amarok yet.
No challenge too big
The Amarok is a thoroughbred off-roader. With up to six drive modes (Normal, ECO, Slippery, Mud, Snow/sand, Towing/Heavy Load), it can take on any terrain with ease. So whether you’re exploring the mountains or venturing down beach tracks, the Amarok will be up for the challenge.
Start your engines
The Amarok range boasts four powerful diesel and petrol engines, including:
- 3.0-litre V6 TDI 184kW/600Nm diesel
- 2.3-litre TSI 222kW/452Nm petrol
- 2.0-litre TDI 154kW/500Nm diesel
- 2.0-litre TDI 125kW/405Nm diesel
You’ll also find a new 10-speed automatic gearbox in select variants with low range, high range and permanent 4MOTION drivetrains for maximum capability.
Haul anything you want
With a 3.5 tonne braked towing capacity1 and gross combined mass (GCM) of up to 6400kg, the Amarok is up for any kind of adventure. And when you’re spending a night under the stars, there’s no better place for your rooftop tent thanks to a 350kg static roof load capacity.
Bigger is better
No weekend is too big, no job is too tough thanks to the Amarok’s extra wide tray and up to 1065kg payload capacity5. With enough space to accommodate a Euro pallet, you can load it up and lock it down too with robust lashing rings on the cargo bed.
Crafted to perfection
It’s amazing what a bit of tough love can do. A striking new exterior design sets the tone for what’s new inside, with a redefined interior putting premium quality and comfort at the forefront of every drive in the Amarok.
Exterior design
Power in motion
Designed in Australia, the Amarok has been sculpted by tough love. A defining front X-shaped design marks the PanAmericana and Aventura variants, while an upright bonnet remains true to Volkswagen DNA. And with ‘Amarok’ distinctly embossed across the tailgate and commanding 21” alloy wheels on the Aventura, the Amarok is striking from every angle.
Interior
Sit back in comfort
The Amarok offers unsurpassed levels of interior comfort. Premium leather seats7 (in higher trim variants) make for a luxurious feel, with increased leg room thanks to an expanded wheelbase. Add other features like keyless entry, an electronic parking brake and interior ambient lighting, and you’ve got ticks in all the right boxes.
Multifunctional Steering Wheel
At the push of a button
Enjoy fingertip control of simple features with Volkswagen’s signature multifunctional steering wheel (in leather7 from Life onwards). Adjust the volume, skip to the next song, answer calls and more, without even taking your hands off the wheel or eyes off the road.
Get the most out of your drive
When it came to upgrading the Amarok’s tech, we didn’t hold back. Featuring an impressive array of advanced technology, the Amarok sets new standards in entertainment, comfort and innovation.
Digital Cockpit & Infotainment Screens
Seamless integration
Advanced technology is at your fingertips with a vertical touchscreen infotainment up to 12 inches in certain models and 10.1-inch touch colour display in others. From there, a digital cockpit with 8-inch digital instrument cluster - or 12.3-inch in higher trims - puts the upgraded tech right before your eyes, housing essential driving information like never before.
Harmon Kardon Sound
Sit back in comfort
Your go-to tunes never sounded so good with the premium Harman Kardon sound system (from the PanAmericana onwards). Enter an immersive soundscape with 8 loudspeakers seamlessly integrated throughout the interior, delivering captivating sound that enhances every beat.
LED Lights & IQ.Light LED Matrix
Cut through the night
With LED headlights standard across the range, the road ahead never looked brighter. Powerful IQ.LIGHT LED Matrix headlights then enter the picture in higher trim variants, providing variable illumination depending on the conditions, making any road a safer place.
Wireless Charging & Apple Carplay
Better connected
Wireless App-Connect8 will seamlessly link your smartphone to the Amarok via Apple Carplay® & Android AutoTM so you can play music, navigate or even answer phone calls via the infotainment system. And with wireless charging, keeping your phone powered up and connected has never been easier.
Built for safety
With a 5-star ANCAP safety rating, 9 airbags and a suite of state-of-the-art safety and driver assistance systems across the range, it’s safe to say your tough love has worked wonders on the Amarok.4
Advanced safety systems
With the array of driver assistance systems in the Amarok, you’ll feel like you’ve got your own co-pilot. Adaptive Cruise Control allows you to maintain a pre-set distance from the car ahead while Lane Assist alerts you if you drift out of your lane. Traffic Sign Recognition is then there to ensure you don’t miss a thing, recording speed limits, no-overtaking signs and more.4
Stress-free parking
We know parking a larger vehicle can have its challenges. That’s why we’ve added Park Assist Plus which steers the ute into a space for you, so all you need to do is operate the pedals - no hands needed. And with a 360° Area View (Style model and above) you can know exactly where you’re turning with a bird’s eye view of the area around your ute.4
Safety that thinks ahead
A suite of accident prevention systems demonstrates the Amarok’s proactive approach to safety. Take Front Assist, which can detect a possible collision with the vehicle ahead. Or there’s Swerve Assist and Emergency Brake Assist to help you maintain control of the vehicle after a sudden change of speed or direction.4
Choose your Amarok
The Amarok Aventura
The Amarok Aventura finds the perfect balance between raw power and exquisite design. Boasting your choice of a 3.0L 184kW 600Nm V6 diesel engine or a 2.3L 222kW 454Nm petrol engine, feel the power that makes the world your oyster. In the Amarok Aventura, start your engines and get ready for the ultimate power, smarts, comfort and style – the ride of your life.
Includes Amarok PanAmericana features plus:
- 21" alloy wheels
- X-Design front bumper in chrome
- Exterior mirrors and door handles in chrome, rear bumper with chrome applications
- Side steps with chrome inlay
- Electronic roll cover
- Moulded sports bar
- 12" navigation system incl. touch display with Harman Kardon premium sound system
- 10 way electric seats in 'Savona' leather6
The Amarok PanAmericana
The Amarok PanAmericana is built to traverse every inch of the country with ease. Feel dirt trails and mountainside quakes in fear with its powerful 3.0L 184kW 600Nm V6 diesel engine. Packing all the equipment to take you further, the Amarok PanAmericana helps you dominate the landscape.
Includes Amarok Style features plus:
- 18" alloy wheels, exclusively in all black, with all-terrain tyres
- X-Design front bumper in chrome
- LED taillights
- Roof rails
- Exterior mirror, bumper and door handles in black
- Style bar and steps in black
- 12" navigation system incl. touch display with Harman Kardon premium sound system
- 10 way electric seats in 'Cricket' leather6
- Spray in tub liner
The Amarok Style
The Amarok Style has the grunt to go anywhere, style to look good anytime, and all the added extras to take the drive to the next level. Boasting your choice of a 2.0L 154kW 500Nm diesel engine or the power of the 3.0L 184kW 600Nm V6 diesel engine, the Amarok Style is equipped with power and style for any situation.
Includes Amarok Life features plus:
- 18" alloy wheels
- Rear bumper & steps with chrome inlay
- Sports bar
- Art Velour appointment seats
- Ambient lighting
- 12" digital infotainment incl. touch display + DAB
- IQ. Light LED-Matrix Headlamps
- New driver assistance including Park Assist and 360 degree camera area view4
- Keyless entry and start
The Amarok Life
The Amarok Life embraces the next-level power of the Core and dials up the comfort to unprecedented levels. Command the road with a 2.0L 154kW 500Nm diesel engine and 10 speed automatic transmission. One you get behind the wheel of the Amarok Life, you’ll never want to leave.
Includes Amarok core features, plus:
- 17" alloy wheels
- Front bumper, exterior mirrors and handles in body colour
- LED fog lights
- Embossed fabric seats and carpet floor covering
- Foldable heated exterior mirrors
- Multifunctional leather steering wheel
- 6 radio speakers
- Electronic parking brake
- Front and rear parking sensors with rear view camera
- Blind spot monitoring
The Amarok Core
The Amarok Core takes every feature, from style to safety to the max. Built tough from the ground up with a 2.0L 125kW 405 Nm Diesel engine and available in automatic and manual transmission with 3.5-tonne braked towing capacity. When you drive a ute maxed out like this – there’s nothing you can’t do.
Selection of standard features:
- 17" alloy wheels
- LED headlights
- Rear parking sensors with rear view camera
- 10.1" infotainment incl. touch display + DAB
- Rear differential lock
- Driver/passenger/middle airbag, side and curtain airbag
- 8" Digital Cockpit
- Vinyl floor covering
- Wireless charging
- New Driver Assistance systems such as ACC, Lane Assist and Traffic Sign Recognition4
Specifications
Vehicle length in mm | 5,350 |
|---|---|
Vehicle width without/with exterior mirrors in mm | 1,910/2,208 |
Vehicle height in mm | 1,884 |
Wheelbase in mm | 3,270 |
Max. trailer weight in kg | 3,500 |
Load compartment dimensions (LxWxH) | 1,651 x 1,584 (1,227 between wheel housings) x 525 |
Turning circle in m | 12.93 m |
Volkswagen Terms & Conditions +
- When fitted with Volkswagen Genuine Tow Bar. Towing capacities are applicable to Volkswagen Genuine Accessory Tow Bar. Towing capacity figures are maximum figures and actual towing capacity depends on factors including the laden mass of the vehicle, driving conditions and fitment of any accessories. Volkswagen Group Australia does not endorse or will not be held liable for any claim, loss or damage arising from the use or fitment of electronic trailer brakes.
- Manufacturer’s recommended campaign driveaway price for new Amarok MY23 Amarok Core 2.0 TDI 405 4MOTION 6 Speed Auto purchased from 1/12/2023 and delivered by 30/06/2024. Private buyers only/Excludes Government, fleet and rental buyers. Available in conjunction with current finance comparison rate offer. Options and metallic paint may be available for an additional cost. While stocks last. Volkswagen Group Australia the right to extend, withdraw or change all offers.
- Free 5 Year/75,000 km (whichever occurs first) Care Plan is available at no additional cost on Amarok MY23 Amarok Core 2.0 TDI 405 4MOTION 6 Speed Auto vehicles purchased from 1/12/2023 and delivered by 30/06/2024. Private buyers only. Excludes other offers. While stocks last. 5-Year Care Plan covers standard items as contained in each scheduled service interval only. The service intervals occur every 15,000 KM/12 months (whichever occurs first) for all models except Model Year 2018 to current Crafter and Model Year 2021 and 2022 Amarok models, which are scheduled to occur every 20,000 km/12 months (whichever occurs first). These Care Plans can only be purchased prior to the first scheduled service and up to 22,500 km/15 months (whichever occurs first) for all models except Model Year 2018 to current Crafter and Model Year 2021 and 2022 Amarok models which is 30,000 km/15 months (whichever occurs first). The timeframe takes effect from when the vehicle is first reported in our system as ‘sold’. Discount structure varies by model. For details of what is not included in a scheduled service, please refer to the program terms and conditions. Volkswagen Group Australia reserves the right to extend, withdraw or change all offers.
- Safety technologies are designed to assist the driver, but should not be used as a substitute for safe driving practices.
- Payload is defined as the Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) minus the Kerb Mass. Payload is the maximum combined weight of occupants, cargo, added structures and tow ball down weight (when towing). GVM must not be exceeded.
- Optional accessories at extra cost. Overseas models are shown for illustrative purposes only. The above accessories may have an effect on fuel efficiency. Items such as sports equipment, cargo carriers and bike racks are shown for illustration purposes only.
- Leather appointed seats have a combination of genuine and artificial leather, but are not wholly leather.
- Wireless App-Connect featuring wireless Apple CarPlay® & wireless Android Auto™ is compatible for selected apps with the latest smartphone versions of iOS and Android, active data service required, optional connection cable (sold separately).