Volkswagen Amarok 2022– car dimensions: 5350 mm long, 1910 mm wide and 1884 mm high. Unladen weight is 2,262 kg. Braked towing is 3,500 kg.
The cabin offers a vertical touchscreen of 10.1 inches on base Life models or 12 inches higher up, paired with an 8-inch or 12.3-inch digital cockpit. Android Auto and Apple CarPlay come standard, often wireless, with USB ports and wireless charging on mid grades and above. Climate is single-zone manual on entry models and dual-zone automatic Climatronic from Style. Adaptive cruise control is standard. Rear parking sensors and reversing camera are fitted across the range, with front sensors and 360-degree views on higher trims. Automatic emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection is standard, as is Lane Assist. Blind-spot monitoring with Side Assist appears on mid and upper grades or via packs.
As a double-cab pickup the load bed measures about 1.62 m long with 1.23 m between the wheel arches, enough for a Euro pallet sideways. Lashing rings secure loads up to a combined 400 kg capacity. LED cargo lighting features on higher models.
Braked towing reaches 3500 kg on automatic models and is available across the range with a genuine towbar. Unbraked capacity is 750 kg. Payload peaks at 1113 kg depending on engine, transmission and spring pack, with GVM around 3100-3350 kg.
Leaf-spring rear suspension is standard. heavy-duty packs raise payload on select grades. A load/trailer drive mode and trailer sway control support work duties. The cargo box takes a Euro pallet and includes tie-downs for secure carrying.
The cabin offers a premium feel with soft-touch materials, stitched leather-look dash and doors on higher grades, and up to 12.3-inch digital cockpit plus large touchscreen. Longer wheelbase adds rear legroom for three adults. Dual-zone climate with rear vents, heated front seats, ambient lighting and 10-way power seats appear on mid to top trims. Seats are comfortable with good bolstering and storage is practical.
5-star Euro NCAP and ANCAP safety rating from 2022 testing
Standard nine airbags including centre airbag plus AEB with pedestrian and cyclist detection
Service intervals typically every 12 months or 15,000 km
Five-year warranty in most markets with optional service plans
80-litre fuel tank across the range
Fuel options centre on diesel engines from 2.0-litre four-cylinder to 3.0-litre V6, with petrol available in some markets. All models use an 80-litre tank. Claimed economy figures vary by engine and transmission but are published in local brochures.
Servicing follows a 12-month or 15,000 km schedule in key markets, with some regions listing up to 20,000 km. Volkswagen offers prepaid care plans covering scheduled services for three or five years. Warranty is commonly five years unlimited kilometres plus roadside assistance.
Safety earns a five-star rating with strong adult and child scores. Standard kit includes nine airbags, multi-collision braking, lane-keep assist, adaptive cruise, driver fatigue warning and speed sign recognition. Higher grades add 360-degree cameras and extra parking aids.
The pick-up is built for daily work and weekend use with selectable or permanent 4MOTION, multiple drive modes and up to 3.5-tonne towing. Load bed accessories and durable finishes help keep it practical over years of mixed driving.
Length 5350 mm, Width 1910 mm, Height 1884 mm, Wheelbase 3270 mm (Amarok 2022 - present)
Sources: manufacturer data, Volkswagen UK brochure May 2023 and Parkers, Volkswagen NZ MY24 Spec Sheet, AU brochure and German tech data.