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DRIVEN: Volkswagen Amarok 125kW Life is a refined middle ground offering

The Volkswagen Amarok Life with 125kW should tick most of the boxes for those seeking a mid-range bakkie that’s not too bare nor too fancy.

Motoring Reviews
Jason Woosey|Published

A Volkswagen Amarok built to withstand rifles: SVI announces discreet B6 package

SVI’s new discreet B6 package for the Amarok double cab bakkie allows clients to have full rifle protection while flying beneath the radar.

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Published

2023 IN REVIEW: These were our most popular road tests

We get to drive some truly exciting cars, but when we look back at our most clicked-on road tests of 2023, it’s the popular and somewhat sensible vehicles that dominate.

Motoring Reviews
Motoring Staff|Published

Petrol-powered Volkswagen Amarok, with 222kW, under consideration for SA

With the possible introduction of a 2. 3-litre turbopetrol Amarok, Volkswagen wants to carve itself a little niche below Ford’s Raptor.

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Published

DRIVEN: Volkswagen Amarok V6 is lovely, but the 2. 0 BiTDI hits a sweet spot

Pricey as it is, the Volkwagen Amarok is a sophisticated bakkie. But do you really need the V6 version this time around?

Motoring Reviews
Jason Woosey|Published

REVIEW: Volkswagen Amarok 3. 0 V6 Aventura impresses with its sophistication

The interior of the new Amarok is as plush as you’ll find in any top-end SUV or sedan and the ride quality isn’t far off either.

Motoring Reviews
Willem van de Putte|Published

Germany’s Delta4x4 transforms Volkswagen Amarok into high-riding bakkie ‘Beast’

This German conversion of the Volkswagen Amarok takes ‘standing tall’ to the extreme.

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Published

Volkswagen Amarok Single Cab models on sale soon - here’s how much they cost

The Volkswagen Amarok Single Cab range is set to go on sale at the end of May. Here’s what you get for your money:

Motoring Launches
Motoring Staff|Published

New Volkswagen Amarok here soon: South African pricing announced

The new-generation Volkswagen Amarok is going on sale soon. Here’s what you’ll get for your money:

Motoring Launches
Jason Woosey|Published

Volkswagen South Africa planning seven new or updated models in 2023

VWSA plans to launch seven new or updated products in Mzansi this year. Here’s what to expect:

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Published

Bonnets & Boots Podcast EP27: New VW Amarok, Ford Ranger and more

In the latest episode of Bonnets & Boots, the IOL Motoring team takes a closer look at newly launched bakkies and SUVs.

Motoring Industry News
Motoring Staff|Published

Tuner transforms new Volkswagen Amarok into a high-riding ‘Beast’

While the new Volkswagen Amarok won’t have a Raptor equivalent, a German tuner called Delta 4x4 is stepping up to the plate.

Motoring Custom Cars
Jason Woosey|Published

Is Audi working on an Amarok-based bakkie? Rumours resurface

The latest rumours out of Australia suggest Audi is developing one-tonne bakkie that hopes to succeed where the X-Class failed.

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Published

New SA-built Volkswagen Amarok revealed: The full story

Say hello to the all-new Volkswagen Amarok, which boasts advanced new features and V6 power.

Motoring Launches
Motoring Staff|Published

Watch VideoNew Volkswagen Amarok debuts today - see the reveal live

The wait is almost over for Volkswagen Amarok fans, as the second-generation model makes its debut on Thursday at 10am

Motoring Launches
Motoring Staff|Published