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Overview
The 2018 Volkswagen Amarok Core Plus is a four-wheel drive, 4-door Utility that was released to the Australian market on 5th November 2017. The Volkswagen Amarok is regarded as a Pickup built in Argentina with prices starting at $47,490 before on-road costs.
This Volkswagen Amarok is powered by a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that has 132 kW of power (at 4000 rpm) and 400 Nm of torque (at 1500 rpm) via a Six-speed Manual transmission. Volkswagen claims the Amarok Core Plus uses 8.0L/100km of Diesel in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 211g of CO2. It has a 80L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 1000km per full tank
The Volkswagen Amarok measures 1878mm (73.9 inches) in height, 5254mm (206.9 inches) in length, 1954mm (76.9 inches) in width with a 3095mm (121.9 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 2052kg (4523.9 lbs) of unladen weight. The Amarok Core Plus comes standard with 245/65 R17 front tyres and 245/65 R17 rear tyres. It requires a service every 12 months or 15,000 km, whichever comes first. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2018 Volkswagen Amarok Core Plus has a 226mm ground clearance with a 3000kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
64.33 - 86.08 kW/t
53.79 kW/t
111.71 kW/t
Fuel Efficiency
7.8 - 9 L/100km
6.3 L/100km
12.7 L/100km
Vehicle Range
889 - 1,026 km
551 km
1,270 km
Price
$38,490 - $71,990
$17,990
$169,950
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
7 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
New this year - 2 years
1 year
3 years
Service Interval
12 months
6 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
3,040 - 3,080 kg
2,700 kg
5,309 kg
Gross Comb. Mass
5,550 - 6,000 kg
4,435 kg
11,479 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
3,000 - 3,500 kg
1,700 kg
6,942 kg
Approach Angle
28 - 29.5°
15.2°
35°
Departure Angle
18 - 28°
18°
29°
Ground Clearance Unladen
192 - 230 mm
171 mm
283 mm
Payload Capacity
808 - 1,139 kg
748 kg
1,713 kg
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Dimensions
5,254 mm
1,954 mm
1,878 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,254 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,954 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,878 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,095 mm |
| Turning Circle | 12,950 mm |
| Load Capacity | 988 mm |
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Explore Volkswagen Amarok Features & Specs
Bluetooth
Bluetooth Includes Phone Connection: yes
Bluetooth Includes Music Streaming: yes
Cruise Control
Cruise Control Speed Limiter: yes
Mobile Integration
Mobile Integration Apple Carplay: yes
Mobile Integration Android Auto: yes
Mobile Integration Mirrorlink: yes
Parking Distance System
Parking Distance System Rear Location: Rear
Parking Distance System Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Parking Distance System Front Location: Front
Parking Distance System Front Type: Sensor
Power Outlet12v
Power Outlet Front Location12v: Front
Power Outlet Boot Cargo Location12v: Boot/Cargo
Power Outlet Rear Location12v: Rear
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
Emission Control Level Standard Met: EU5
Emission Control Level Co2 Level Combined: 211
Emission Control Level Australia Greenhouse Rating: 6.0
Emission Control Level Australia Overall Rating: 3.0
Emission Control Level Australia Air Pollution Rating: 5.0
Engine
Engine Liters: 2.0
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Cc: 1968
Engine Number Of Cylinders: 4
Engine Bore: 81.0
Engine Stroke: 95.5
Engine Number Of Valves Per Cylinder: 4
Fuel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel System
Fuel Fuel System Injection Carburetion: Diesel Common Rail
Fuel Tanks
Fuel Tanks Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks Main Capacity L: 80
Fuel Tanks Main Capacity Gal: 21.1
Fuel Tanks Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 17.6
Fuel Consumption
Fuel Consumption Adr8102 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Consumption Adr8102 Combined L100km: 8.0
Fuel Consumption Adr8102 Combined Mpg: 29
Fuel Consumption Adr8102 Combined Miles Per Uk Gallon: 35
Fuel Consumption Adr8102 Combined Km Ll: 12.5
Fuel Consumption Adr8102 Calculated Vehicle Range Km: 1000
Fuel Consumption Adr8102 Calculated Vehicle Range Miles: 621
Fuel Consumption Adr8102 Urban Mpg: 26
Fuel Consumption Adr8102 Urban L100km: 9.2
Fuel Consumption Adr8102 Country Highway Mpg: 32
Fuel Consumption Adr8102 Country Highway L100km: 7.3
Fuel Consumption Adr8102 Urban Miles Per Uk Gallon: 31
Fuel Consumption Adr8102 Country Highway Miles Per Uk Gallon: 39
Fuel Consumption Adr8102 Urban Km Ll: 10.9
Fuel Consumption Adr8102 Country Highway Km Ll: 13.7
Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy Adr8102 L100km: 8.0
Power
Power Maximum Power Kw: 132
Power Maximum Power Hp Ps: 180
Power Maximum Torque Nm: 400
Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1500
Power Measurement Standard: EEC
Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4000
Power Primary Or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Differential Lock
Differential Lock Rear Location: Rear
Drive
Drive Driven Wheels: 4x4
Drive Four Wheel Drive Type: Part-Time
Drive Selection: Manual
Drive Descent Control System: yes
Transmission
Transmission Type: Manual
Transmission Number Of Speeds: 6
Transmission Low High Gear Ranges: yes
Transmission Description: Manual
Disc Brakes
Disc Brakes Number Of: 2
Disc Brakes Number Of Ventilated Discs: 2
Steering Wheel
Steering Wheel Type: Leather Covered
Steering Wheel Height Adjustment: yes
Steering Wheel Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Suspension
Suspension Rear Location: Rear
Suspension Rear Spring Type: Leaf
Suspension Front Location: Front
Suspension Front Spring Type: Coil
Suspension Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Suspension Front Type: Wishbone
Suspension Rear Type: Beam
Suspension Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Suspension Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Tires
Wheels Tire Rear Location: Rear
Wheels Tire Front Location: Front
Wheels Tire Rear Width: 245
Wheels Tire Front Width: 245
Wheels Tire Rear Profile: 65
Wheels Tire Front Profile: 65
Wheels Tire Front Speed Rating: T
Wheels Tire Rear Speed Rating: T
Wheels Tire Front Type: Conventional/Summer
Wheels Tire Rear Type: Conventional/Summer
Wheels Tire Front Load Index: 111
Wheels Tire Rear Load Index: 111
Wheels Tire Front Diameter: 19
Wheels Tire Rear Diameter: 19
Wheels
Wheels Rear Axle1 Axle Location: 1
Wheels Rear Location: Rear
Wheels Front Location: Front
Wheels Rear Rim Diameter Inch: 17
Wheels Front Rim Diameter Inch: 17
Wheels Front Rim Type: Alloy
Wheels Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Wheels Front Rim Width Inch: 8.0
Wheels Rear Rim Width Inch: 8.0
Body Style
Body Type: Utility
Local Body Type: Utility
Platform Code: A1
Wheelbase Type: Short
Cab Type: Double Cab
Roof Type: Standard
Mud Flaps
Mud Flaps Front Location: Front
Mud Flaps Rear Location: Rear
Step
Step Rear Location: Rear
Step Rear Type: Platform
Pickup Bed
Pickup Bed Type: Straight Side
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Area Standard Measurement: Manufacturer'S Own
Cargo Area Length In: 61.2
Cargo Area Length Mm: 1555
Cargo Area Width Mm: 1620
Cargo Area Width In: 63.8
Cargo Area Height In: 20.0
Cargo Area Height Mm: 1620
Cargo Area Width Between Wheelhouses Mm: 1222
Cargo Area Width Between Wheelhouses In: 48.1
Cargo Area Loading Floor Height In: 30.7
Cargo Area Loading Floor Height Mm: 780
Cargo Area Cargo Volume Cu Ft: 89.0
Cargo Area Cargo Volume L: 2520
External Dimensions
External Dimensions Overall Height In: 73.9
External Dimensions Overall Height Mm: 1878
External Dimensions Wheelbase Mm: 3095
External Dimensions Wheelbase In: 121.9
External Dimensions Overall Width In: 76.9
External Dimensions Overall Width Mm: 1954
External Dimensions Overall Length In: 206.9
External Dimensions Overall Length Mm: 5254
External Dimensions Rear Track Mm: 1644
External Dimensions Rear Track In: 64.7
External Dimensions Front Track Mm: 1648
External Dimensions Front Track In: 64.9
External Dimensions Curb To Curb Turning Circle Mm: 12950
External Dimensions Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle Ft: 42.5
External Dimensions Ground Clearance Unladen Mm: 226
External Dimensions Ground Clearance Unladen In: 8.9
External Dimensions Rear Overhang In: 46.8
External Dimensions Rear Overhang Mm: 1188
External Dimensions Front Overhang Mm: 898
External Dimensions Front Overhang In: 35.4
Ramp Angles
Ramp Angles Approach Angle: 28.0
Ramp Angles Departure Angle: 23.6
Bumpers
Front Location: Front
Rear Location: Rear
Front Color: Painted
Rear Color: Black
Cargo Doors
Cargo Doors Rear Location: Rear
Cargo Doors Rear Operation: Dropping Gate
Cargo Doors Rear Opening Angle: 90
Cargo Doors Rear Height Mm: 508
Cargo Doors Rear Height In: 20.0
Cargo Doors Rear Width Mm: 1364
Cargo Doors Rear Width In: 53.7
Doors
Doors Passenger Location: Passenger
Doors Driver Location: Driver
Doors Passenger Type: Front Hinged
Doors Driver Type: Front Hinged
Doors Rear Passenger Location: Rear Passenger
Doors Rear Passenger Type: Front Hinged
Doors Rear Driver Location: Rear Driver
Doors Rear Driver Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Headlight Control Dusk Sensor: yes
Headlight Control Height Adjustment: Manual
Headlight Control Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Headlights Bulb Type Low Beam: Halogen
Headlights Lens Type: Complex Surface
Headlights Bulb Type High Beam: Halogen
Led Lights
Led Lights Day Time Running Lights Location: Day Time Running Lights
Paint
External Color: Silver
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors Cameras
Door Mirrors Cameras Passenger Location: Passenger
Door Mirrors Cameras Driver Location: Driver
Door Mirrors Cameras Driver Color: Painted
Door Mirrors Cameras Passenger Color: Painted
Door Mirrors Cameras Driver Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors Cameras Passenger Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Power Windows Front Location: Front
Power Windows Rear Location: Rear
Rear Side Windows
Rear Side Windows Driver Location: Driver
Rear Side Windows Driver Type: Wind-Up
Rear Side Windows Passenger Location: Passenger
Rear Side Windows Passenger Type: Wind-Up
Windshield Wipers
Windshield Wipers Intermittent Wipe: Automatic
Windshield Wipers Rain Sensor: yes
Weights
Published Kerb Weight Lbs: 4524
Published Kerb Weight Kg: 2052
Gross Trailer Weight Braked Kg: 3000
Gross Trailer Weight Braked Lbs: 6614
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked Kg: 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked Lbs: 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight Kg: 3040
Gross Vehicle Weight Lbs: 6702
Tare Weight Kg: 1993
Payload Allowance Lbs: 2178
Payload Allowance Kg: 988
Gross Train Weight Kg: 5550
Gross Train Weight Lbs: 12236
Audio System
System Radio Type: Am/Fm
System In Dash Cd: yes
System Cd Player Reads Mp3: yes
System Digital Media Card: yes
System Touch Screen: yes
System Colour Screen: yes
Connection To Ext Entertainment Devices
Connection External Usb Front: yes
Connection External Ipod Front: yes
Connection External Aux Jack Front: yes
Remote Audio Controls
Remote Control Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Speaker Number Of Speakers: 6
Display Screen
Display Screen Location: ?
Display Screen Size Inch: 6.3
Display Screen Touch Screen: yes
Display Screen Number: 1
Floor Covering
Floor Covering Vehicle Cab Compartment: Textile
Luxury Trim
Luxury Trim On Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Luxury Trim On Gear Selector: Leather
Airbags
Number Of Airbags: 4
Crash Test Results
Crash Test Results Ancap Standard: Ancap
Crash Test Results Ancap Overall: 5.00
Crash Test Results Ancap Date Tested: 20110225
Crash Test Results Ancap Version Tested: 2.0 Tdi Amarok 4wd Lhd
Crash Test Results Ancap Pedestrian: Good
Crash Test Results Ancap Rear Crash Protect Head Restraint Rating: Marginal
Front Airbag
Front Airbag Driver Location: Driver
Front Airbag Passenger Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Front Seat Belts Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts Driver Seat Position: Driver
Front Seat Belts Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seat Belts Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seat Belts Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Front Seat Belts Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Head Restraints
Head Restraints Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Head Restraints Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Head Restraints Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Rear Seat Belts Driver Seat Position: Driver
Rear Seat Belts Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Rear Seat Belts Center Seat Position: Centre
Rear Seat Belts Center Type: 3-Point
Side Airbag
Side Airbag Front Location: Front
Side Airbag Front Head Protection: yes
Front Seat
Front Seat Passenger Location: Passenger
Front Seat Driver Location: Driver
Front Seat Passenger Type: Bucket
Front Seat Driver Type: Bucket
Front Seat Driver Height Type: Manual
Front Seat Passenger Height Type: Manual
Front Seat Driver Reach Type: Manual
Front Seat Driver Lumbar Type: Manual
Front Seat Passenger Reach Type: Manual
Front Seat Passenger Lumbar Type: Manual
Seat Upholstery
Seat Upholstery Main Seat Material: Upgraded Cloth/Velour
Seat Upholstery Additional Seat Material: Upgraded Cloth/Velour
Seating
Seating Capacity: 5
Seating Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Cup Holders Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Cup Holders Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Air Conditioning Type: Semi-Auto
Power Locks
Power Locks Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Intermediate Service Distance Km: 15000
Intermediate Service Distance Miles: 9321
Intermediate Service Period Months: 12
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