Volkswagen has launched a more affordable automatic-equipped Amarok double-cab derivative in South Africa, undercutting the previous most economical by R93 900…
Volkswagen has rolled out a new Amarok double-cab derivative in South Africa, combining the “Life” trim level with a 4×2 configuration and an automatic transmission. The newcomer thus arrives as the most affordable auto-equipped variant in the local range.
The launch of the fresh 2.0 TDI Life 4×2 6AT derivative sees the local VW Amarok line-up – which, of course, is built alongside the Ranger at Ford’s Silverton plant in Gauteng – expand to 13 variants, with all but 2 featuring the double-cab body style.
Priced from R704 700, the new 2.0 TDI Life 4×2 6AT comes at a premium of R40 300 over the base 2.0TDI double cab (R664 400), though keep in mind the latter features a 6-speed manual gearbox as standard. This new variant thus assumes the role of most affordable auto-equipped Amarok in the range, undercutting the 4Motion version by R93 900.
While double-cab derivatives further up the portfolio use either the 2.0 BiTDI (154 kW/500 Nm) or 3.0 TDI V6 (184 kW/600 Nm) oil-burners, the new 2.0 TDI Life 4×2 6AT employs the single-turbo version of the 4-cylinder motor.
Peak outputs stand at 125 kW and 405 Nm, with the latter on tap from 1 750- to 2 500 rpm. With drive directed to the rear axle via a 6-speed automatic cog-swapper, the German firm claims a combined fuel-economy figure of 6.9 L/100 km and a top speed of 180 kph. This derivative’s payload capacity comes in at 1 080 kg, while its braked towing capacity is listed as 3 500 kg.
Standard features include 17-inch “Combra” alloy wheels (wrapped in 255/70 R17 tyres), a powered tailgate lock, a trailer hitch, parking sensors (front and rear), a reverse-view camera, fabric upholstery, an 8-inch infotainment display, a 6-speaker sound system, a leather-trimmed steering wheel, manual air conditioning, cruise control and automatic LED headlamps.
How much does the VW Amarok cost in South Africa?
Volkswagen Amarok 2.0 TDI SC 4×2 6MT – R588 500
Volkswagen Amarok 2.0 TDI SC 4Motion 6MT – R660 500
Volkswagen Amarok 2.0 TDI DC 4×2 6MT – R664 400
Volkswagen Amarok 2.0 TDI DC Life 4×2 6AT – R704 700
Volkswagen Amarok 2.0 TDI DC 4Motion 6MT – R736 600
Volkswagen Amarok 2.0 TDI DC Life 4Motion 6MT – R758 600
Volkswagen Amarok 2.0 TDI DC Life 4Motion 6AT – R798 600
Volkswagen Amarok 2.0 BiTDI DC Life 4Motion 10AT – R871 200
Volkswagen Amarok 2.0 BiTDI DC Style 4Motion 10AT – R966 500
Volkswagen Amarok 3.0 TDI V6 DC Style 4Motion 10AT – R1 071 100
Volkswagen Amarok 2.0 BiTDI DC PanAmericana 4Motion 10AT – R1 081 500
Volkswagen Amarok 3.0 TDI V6 DC PanAmericana 4Motion 10AT – R1 176 800
Volkswagen Amarok 3.0 TDI V6 DC Aventura 4Motion 10AT – R1 237 400
The prices above include VW’s 5-year/150 000 km warranty and a 5-year/100 000 km maintenance plan (with 15 000 km intervals).
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