To the sides there are more pronounced rear wheel arches than before, while the new-look tailgate has “Amarok” stamped into the metal. As well as increasing by 100mm between standard rear-wheel-drive and two four-wheel-drive systems, depending on the engine: one permanent and the other native-drive.
The payload has increased to 1200 kg, a towing capacity of up to 3500 kg is now achieved on a wider model range and the roof loading capacity is up to 350 kg. Its fording boundary is also deeper now, in line with that of the Ranger.
Although the Ranger is sold with a petrol-electric plug-in hybrid drivetrain, this won’t be offered in the Amarok, due to what one insider described as “less than satisfactory” electric range. Engineering studies are underway, however, to equip the new pickup with an all-electric drivetrain, Autocar can reveal.
The interior is similar to that of the Ranger, but it receives typical Volkswagen touches as part of efforts to make it live up to the comfort and quality expectations of the old Amarok, including its own multi-function steering wheel, its seats, switches and trim. .
Ford’s Sync 4 system forms the basis of the touchscreen infotainment. More expensive models, including the Pan-Americana and Aventura, will be available with artificial leather upholstery for the dashboard, door panels and seats, the latter with optional 10-way adjustment.
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Source: www.autocar.co.uk
This notice was published: 2022-04-25 22:01:23
