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    Volkswagen Amarok

    Volkswagen Amarok Reviews

    You'll find all our Volkswagen Amarok reviews right here. Volkswagen Amarok prices range from $55,490 for the Amarok Core TDI405 4Motion to $82,990 for the Amarok Aventura TDI600 4Motion.

    Our reviews offer detailed analysis of the Amarok's features, design, practicality, fuel consumption, engine and transmission, safety, ownership and what it's like to drive.

    The most recent reviews sit up the top of the page, but if you're looking for an older model year or shopping for a used car, scroll down to find Volkswagen Amarok dating back as far as 2012.

    Or, if you just want to read the latest news about the Volkswagen Amarok, you'll find it all here

    Volkswagen Amarok Reviews

    adventureguide
    Volkswagen Amarok 2025 review: 10 Deserts Edition - Off-road test

    Volkswagen Amarok 2025 review: 10 Deserts Edition - Off-road test

    28 Nov 2024 by James Cleary
    Volkswagen Australia used its Amarok dual-cab ute to set a new record for crossing Australia's 10 deserts... in one go. And a limited run of 300 '10 Deserts Edition' examples has been commissioned to... Read more
    familyguide
    Volkswagen Amarok 2025 review: PanAmericana TDI600

    Volkswagen Amarok 2025 review: PanAmericana TDI600

    29 Sep 2024 by Emily Agar
    The VW Amarok PanAmericana gets some new 4x4 capabilities and rugged good looks, but will this new entry prove to be a true competitor against its Toyota and Ford rivals? Read more
    tradieguide
    Volkswagen Amarok 2025 review: Aventura TSI452

    Volkswagen Amarok 2025 review: Aventura TSI452

    31 Aug 2024 by Chris Thompson
    The most powerful ute in the Volkswagen Amarok range is powered by the engine used in some of Ford's icons like the 'Stang and Focus RS - but does petrol power work in a big ute? Read more
    adventureguide
    Volkswagen Amarok 2024 review: TDI600 Style

    Volkswagen Amarok 2024 review: TDI600 Style

    10 Jul 2024 by Marcus Craft
    The Volkswagen Amarok has been around since 2011 and it has garnered a stack of awards, a legion of fans and long ago set the standard for refinement in utes. Times changed, though, and the rest of... Read more
    tradieguide
    Volkswagen Amarok 2024 review: Core - GVM test

    Volkswagen Amarok 2024 review: Core - GVM test

    28 May 2024 by Mark Oastler
    The new-gen Volkswagen Amarok has been on sale for about a year now so it's time to give the entry-level Core a run through to see exactly how tradie-friendly it is compared with its rivals. Read more
    tradieguide
    Volkswagen Amarok 2023 review: Core & Life

    Volkswagen Amarok 2023 review: Core & Life

    27 Jun 2023 by Andrew Chesterton
    Sure, top-spec utes are great, but what if you don't have a pile of money so high you'd need a 4WD dual-cab to climb over it? Volkswagen reckons its Core and Life models are the answer, offering the... Read more
    expertguide
    Volkswagen Amarok Aventura 2023 review: snapshot

    Volkswagen Amarok Aventura 2023 review: snapshot

    17 May 2023 by Byron Mathioudakis
    As far as niches go, offering an Australian designed and engineered German-branded dual-cab ute made in South Africa with an American muscle-car heart and glamorous luxury features is quite a unique... Read more
    expertguide
    Volkswagen Amarok PanAmericana 2023 review: snapshot

    Volkswagen Amarok PanAmericana 2023 review: snapshot

    15 May 2023 by Byron Mathioudakis
    This is the wildest looking version of the new-generation Amarok, and it's taking aim at the hot-selling Ford Ranger Wildtrak. Read more
    expertguide
    Volkswagen Amarok Style 2023 review: snapshot

    Volkswagen Amarok Style 2023 review: snapshot

    13 May 2023 by Byron Mathioudakis
    The VW Amarok Style kicks off from  $66,990, before on-road costs, and – as with all the new and second-generation Amaroks – is based on the T6.2 Ford Ranger. They share the same... Read more
    tradieguide
    Volkswagen Amarok 2023 review

    Volkswagen Amarok 2023 review

    11 May 2023 by Byron Mathioudakis
    The original VW Amarok changed the ute, pushing out refinement and drivability boundaries. The new version is based on the Australian designed and engineered Ford Ranger, and shares its underpinnings... Read more

    Pricing guides

    $69,240
    Based on Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP)
    Lowest Price
    $55,490
    Highest Price
    $82,990
    See all Volkswagen Amarok pricing & specs

    Range and Specs

    VehicleSpecsPrice*
    Aventura TSI452 4Motion 2.3L, —, 10 SP AUTO $82,990 2025 Volkswagen Amarok Aventura TSI452 4Motion Pricing and Specs
    Life TDI500 4Motion 2.0L, Diesel, 10 SP AUTO $59,490 2025 Volkswagen Amarok Life TDI500 4Motion Pricing and Specs
    Core TDI405 4Motion 2.0L, Diesel, 6 SP AUTO $55,490 2025 Volkswagen Amarok Core TDI405 4Motion Pricing and Specs
    Aventura TDI600 4Motion 3.0L, Diesel, 10 SP AUTO $82,990 2025 Volkswagen Amarok Aventura TDI600 4Motion Pricing and Specs
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    * Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price

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    Volkswagen Amarok News

    Best utes and vans arriving in 2025

    Best utes and vans arriving in 2025

    16 Dec 2024 by Chris Thompson
    Tough new Walkinshaw tuned ute confirmed for early 2025 with performance-focused Volkswagen Amarok dual-cab ute coming for Ford Ranger Tremor, Isuzu D-Max Blade, Mazda BT-50 Thunder Pro, Nissan Navara Warrior and Toyota HiLux GR Sport

    Tough new Walkinshaw tuned ute confirmed for early 2025 with performance-focused Volkswagen Amarok dual-cab ute coming for Ford Ranger Tremor, Isuzu D-Max Blade, Mazda BT-50 Thunder Pro, Nissan Navara Warrior and Toyota HiLux GR Sport

    26 Nov 2024 by James Cleary
    Record-breaking Aussie desert assault inspires locally-developed special 2025 Volkswagen Amarok to challenge Ford Ranger, Ineos Grenadier Quartermaster, Isuzu D-Max Blade, LDV T60 Max Plus, Mitsubishi Triton, Nissan Navara Warrior, Toyota HiLux GR Sport

    Record-breaking Aussie desert assault inspires locally-developed special 2025 Volkswagen Amarok to challenge Ford Ranger, Ineos Grenadier Quartermaster, Isuzu D-Max Blade, LDV T60 Max Plus, Mitsubishi Triton, Nissan Navara Warrior, Toyota HiLux GR Sport

    5 Nov 2024 by James Cleary
    Why Cupra won't build a ute to rival popular Ford Maverick and Hyundai Santa Cruz despite edgy branding and impending US-market entry

    Why Cupra won't build a ute to rival popular Ford Maverick and Hyundai Santa Cruz despite edgy branding and impending US-market entry

    26 Oct 2024 by Tom White
    State of the art Australian manufacturing facility announced! Ram 1500, Chevrolet Silverado and Toyota Tundra conversion specialist to move all operations under one roof

    State of the art Australian manufacturing facility announced! Ram 1500, Chevrolet Silverado and Toyota Tundra conversion specialist to move all operations under one roof

    11 Jul 2024 by John Law
    Déjà v-ute? Original Volkswagen Amarok lives on with new facelift but with no help from the Ford Ranger

    Déjà v-ute? Original Volkswagen Amarok lives on with new facelift but with no help from the Ford Ranger

    9 Jul 2024 by Andrew Chesterton
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