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Max Davies
2025 Volkswagen Amarok Life TDI500 review
The Amarok remains a solid choice in Australia's booming ute market, but it isn't best suited to the working life.
11 Months Ago
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Overview
Variant
SX
Variant
Core
Body type
Cab Chassis
Body type
Utility
Engine size
1.9 L
Engine size
2.0 L
Drive type
Rear
Drive type
4x4
Fuel efficiency (combined)
7.0 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
8.0 / 100 km
Power and torque
110kW / 350Nm
Power and torque
125kW / 405Nm
1086km
1000km
Warranty
6 years
Warranty
5 years
Doors
2
Doors
4
Seats
2
Seats
5
Fuel type
Diesel
Fuel type
Diesel
Safety rating
5 Stars
Safety rating
5 Stars
Specifications
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 170
CO2 Level (Combined): 183
CO2 Level (Urban): 212
Standard Met: EU5
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 211
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Engine (cc): 1898
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: Rz4e-Tc
Engine (L): 1.9
Number of Cylinders: 4
Engine
Engine (cc): 1968
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 20.1
Main Capacity (L): 76
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 16.7
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 21.1
Main Capacity (L): 80
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 17.6
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 7.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 4.20
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 10.10
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 8.00
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
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Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1086
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 675
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 14.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.0
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 40
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 34
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 15.4
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.5
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 44
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 36
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 12.3
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 8.1
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 35
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 29
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1000
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 621
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 12.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 8.0
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 35
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 29
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 150
Maximum Power (kW): 110
Maximum Torque (Nm): 350
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3600
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1800
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 170
Maximum Power (kW): 125
Maximum Torque (Nm): 405
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.0
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 8.0
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: Rear
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Part-Time
Manufacturer Name: 4motion
Selection: Manual
Transmission
Code: Mvl-6y
Description: Manual
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Low High Gear Ranges: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Differential Lock
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Differential Lock
Location: Rear
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 2
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 2
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Plastic
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Plastic
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Leaf
Rear Type: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Leaf
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 111
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: S
Front Wheels Tire Type: All Terrain
Front Wheels Tire Width: 255
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 111
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: S
Rear Wheels Tire Type: All Terrain
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 255
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 70
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 255
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 70
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 255
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Location: 1
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Location: 1
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 29.6
Departure Angle: 24.6
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 30.0
Departure Angle: 25.6
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 12500
Front Overhang (in): 35.0
Front Overhang (mm): 890
Front Track (in): 61.8
Front Track (mm): 1570
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 9.3
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 235
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 41.0
Overall Height (in): 70.5
Overall Height (mm): 1790
Overall Length (in): 209.6
Overall Length (mm): 5325
Overall Width (in): 73.6
Overall Width (mm): 1870
Rear Overhang (in): 51.6
Rear Overhang (mm): 1310
Rear Track (in): 59.4
Rear Track (mm): 1510
Wheelbase (in): 123.0
Wheelbase (mm): 3125
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 12800
Front Overhang (in): 34.1
Front Overhang (mm): 865
Front Track (in): 63.8
Front Track (mm): 1620
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 9.3
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 235
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 42.0
Overall Height (in): 74.3
Overall Height (mm): 1886
Overall Length (in): 210.6
Overall Length (mm): 5350
Overall Width (in): 75.2
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 86.9
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2208
Overall Width (mm): 1910
Rear Overhang (in): 47.8
Rear Overhang (mm): 1215
Rear Track (in): 65.0
Rear Track (mm): 1650
Wheelbase (in): 128.7
Wheelbase (mm): 3270
Cargo Area Dimensions
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Cargo Area Dimensions
Height (in): 20.8
Height (mm): 529
Length (in): 60.8
Length (mm): 1544
Standard Measurement: Manufacturer'S Own
Width Between Wheelhouses (in): 48.2
Width Between Wheelhouses (mm): 1224
Body Style
Body Type: Cab Chassis
Cab Type: Single Cab
Local Body Type: Cab Chassis
Platform Code: I-Grip
Roof Type: Standard
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Utility
Cab Type: Double Cab
Local Body Type: Utility
Platform Code: T6.2
Roof Type: Standard
Wheelbase Type: Short
Trailer Towing Preparation
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Trailer Towing Preparation
Trailer Hitch: yes
Underbody Protection
—
Underbody Protection
Location: Engine
Step
—
Step
Step Location: Rear
Rear Step Type: Platform
Step Location: Side
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Rear
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Cargo Doors
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Cargo Doors
Location: Rear
Rear Opening Angle: 90
Rear Operation: Dropping Gate
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
LED Lights
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LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Paint
External Colour: Gray
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Rear Side Windows
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Rear Side Windows
Location: Driver
Driver Type: Wind-Up
Location: Passenger
Passenger Type: Wind-Up
Rear View Mirror Camera
—
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Weights
Front Axle Weight (kg): 1450
Front Axle Weight (lb): 3197
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2800
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 6173
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Train Weight (kg): 5300
Gross Train Weight (lb): 11685
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 3000
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 6614
Payload Allowance (kg): 1405
Payload Allowance (lb): 3098
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1595
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3516
Rear Axle Weight (kg): 1910
Rear Axle Weight (lb): 4211
Tare Weight (kg): 1539
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 280
Weights
Front Axle Weight (kg): 1450
Front Axle Weight (lb): 3197
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 3500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 7716
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Train Weight (kg): 6200
Gross Train Weight (lb): 13669
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 3250
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 7165
Payload Allowance (kg): 967
Payload Allowance (lb): 2132
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2283
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 5033
Rear Axle Weight (kg): 1959
Rear Axle Weight (lb): 4319
Tare Weight (kg): 2224
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 350
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Android Wireless Connection: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: Unlimited
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 1
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 1
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 3
Cruise Control
—
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Driver Modes
—
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Embedded Infotainment User Interface
—
Embedded Infotainment User Interface
UI Number of Months Online Services: Unlimited
Remote Services
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Remote Services
Driving History Analysis: yes
Months Subscription Included: 60
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
Telematics
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Telematics
Concierge Months Included: 0
Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 8
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 9
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Airbag
Front Head Protection: yes
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Brakes: yes
Activates Steering: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Includes Braking: yes
Type: Sensor
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 86.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 89.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20221201
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 69.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20281231
ANCAP Rating Year: 2022
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 84.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: Sx Crew Cab
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 86.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 93.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20230401
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 74.0
ANCAP Rating Year: 2022
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 83.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: Amarok Bi-T Aventura Lhd
Rear Seat Belts
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Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Autonomous Drive
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Autonomous Drive
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Overtaking Sensor
—
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 2
Configuration: 2+0
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Air Conditioning
Type: Semi-Auto
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Cargo Area
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Tray/Tub
Type: Straight Side
Interior Trim
—
Floor Mats
Material: Plastic/Rubber
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