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2023 Volkswagen Amarok
The 2023 Volkswagen Amarok is a ute offered in cab-chassis (double-cab) or pick-up (double-cab) body styles. When it was new, prices in Australia typically ranged from $50,990 for the Core variant and topping out at $79,990 for the Aventura variant.
There are 5 variants of the Amarok available in Australia and this generation went on sale in early-2023.
The 2023 Amarok was offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the Volkswagen Amarok include 2.0 in-line 4-cylinder turbo (125kW/405Nm), 2.0 in-line 4-cylinder turbo (154kW/500Nm), 2.3 in-line 4-cylinder turbo (222kW/452Nm) and 3.0 v6 turbo (184kW/600Nm). Available with 6-speed manual manual, 6-speed automatic with manual mode or 10-speed automatic with manual mode transmissions. All variants feature 4x4.
- Retail Price
- $50,990 - $79,990â€
- Transmission
- 6 or 10-speed auto or 6-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4
- Fuel Type
- Diesel or Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Utility
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
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- Retail Price
- $50,990 - $79,990â€
- Transmission
- 6 or 10-speed auto or 6-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4
- Fuel Type
- Diesel or Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Utility
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
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Volkswagen Amarok
2023 Volkswagen Amarok
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
2023 Volkswagen Amarok
Available Variants
The Volkswagen Amarok comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Core and the most expensive being Aventura.
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Power to Weight
55.14 - 92.85 kW/t
52.13 kW/t
172.44 kW/t
Fuel Efficiency
7.1 - 9.9 L/100km
6.7 L/100km
12.8 L/100km
Vehicle Range
808 - 1,127 km
672 km
1,215 km
Price
$50,990 - $79,990
$25,375
$224,950
Warranty (Years)
5 years
3 years
10 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 3 years
1 year
4 years
Service Interval
12 months
6 months
24 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
3,100 - 3,350 kg
2,700 kg
5,352 kg
Gross Comb. Mass
6,150 - 6,400 kg
4,050 kg
12,837 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
3,500 kg
1,000 kg
4,500 kg
Approach Angle
30°
20°
40.7°
Departure Angle
25.6°
18.6°
29.2°
Ground Clearance Unladen
235 mm
174 mm
330 mm
Payload Capacity
858 - 1,065 kg
671 kg
1,759 kg
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Core
2025
$55,490
Life
2025
$59,490
10-Deserts Edition
2025
$68,490
Style
2025
$69,740
Panamericana
2025
$78,990
Aventura
2025
$79,990
Year
2025
Engine Type
2.0L Combustion
3.0L Combustion
2.3L Combustion
Fuel
Diesel
Premium Unleaded
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
Utility
Drop Side
Number of Doors
4 Doors
Drivetrain
4x4
Maximum Power
125 kW
154 kW
184 kW
222 kW
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2023 Volkswagen Amarok
Dimensions
5,350 mm
1,910 mm
inc mirror: 2,208 mm
inc mirror: 2,208 mm
1,886 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,350 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,910 mm |
| Overall Width (Inc Mirror) | 2,208 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,886 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,270 mm |
| Turning Circle | 12,800 mm |
| Load Capacity | 1,006 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Sales Data
20248,400Total Sales
20255,392Total Sales
2026264YTD Sales
Volkswagen Amarok Sales rolling 12-months#
*Based on VFACTS and EVC data
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2023 Volkswagen Amarok
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Volkswagen Amarok is the Core variant that starts from $50,990.
See all Volkswagen Amarok PricingThe most expensive Volkswagen Amarok is the Aventura variant that starts from $79,990.
See all Volkswagen Amarok PricingThe best towing capacity of a Volkswagen Amarok is 3500 kg shared by all variants.
See all Volkswagen Amarok towing capacityThe largest Volkswagen Amarok is the Core variant which measures 1910mm wide, 5350mm in length and sits 1886mm tall.
The most powerful Volkswagen Amarok is the Aventura variant which has 222kW of power and 452nm of torque.
The Volkswagen Amarok is manufactured in different countries, depending on the variant, then shipped to Australia. The Volkswagen Amarok may be manufactured in Argentina or Germany.
The heaviest Volkswagen Amarok is the Style variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 3350 kg.
The Volkswagen Amarok may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Diesel or Premium Unleaded.
# Based on VFACTS and EVC data
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