Andy_Bangle Posted February 24, 2011 Report Share Posted February 24, 2011 Volkswagen has dropped pricing details for the new Amarok pickup truck in Britain. At launch, the Amarok will be offered only as a double-cab in three trim levels and with a choice of two turbo diesel engines. Prices start from £16,995 for the Startline model and £18,995 for the Trendline, while the range-topping Highline will cost from £21,575. The entry-level powerplant is the 2.0-litre TDI with 122-ponies, which is available on the Startline models. A more powerful 2.0-litre BiTDI with 163-horses is standard on the Trendline and Highline models. All Amaroks come equipped with VW's 4MOTION Selectable four-wheel drive system, which allows the driver to choose between rear-wheel drive, four-wheel drive and low range four-wheel drive through a dashboard-mounted button. All models fitted with this 4WD system have a gross vehicle weight of 3,170 kg and more robust suspension which results in a payload of over 1,045 kg. In addition to the 4MOTION Selectable system, the Highline model is also available with the option of a permanent 4WD system that reduces payload to below 1,045 kg due to the different settings of the suspension, which is tuned to offer "a more car-like driving experience with improved ride and refinement", according the German company's claims. The standard equipment on the Startline model includes 16-inch alloy wheels, 4MOTION Selectable four-wheel drive, electric front and rear windows, semi-automatic air conditioning and single CD / radio plus an array of safety features such as six airbags, ESP, Traction Control System (TCS), Electronic Differential Lock (EDL), Hill Hold Assist, Hill Descent Control, Trailer Stability Control and off-road ABS. The Trendline model adds two-zone automatic air conditioning, RCD 310 radio / CD player, cruise control, multifunction computer, leather-trimmed steering wheel, handbrake and gear knob, color-coded mirrors, front bumper and wheelarch extensions along with front fog lights and 17-inch ‘Aldo’ alloy wheels. Finally, the Highline specification is further enhanced with chrome detailing on the front grille, door mirrors and rear bumper, polished stainless steel sidebars, privacy glass and 18-inch ‘Durban’ alloy wheels, plus leather upholstery, heated front seats and rear parking sensors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanG Posted February 24, 2011 Report Share Posted February 24, 2011 I am going to get the version with the tints and add some 22" spinners. Sweet! Seriously though, I actually like it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy_Bangle Posted February 24, 2011 Author Report Share Posted February 24, 2011 don't forget to pump it up: Who's the daddy! Michaelis Tuning - NEWS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mook Posted February 24, 2011 Report Share Posted February 24, 2011 I can see Daz in one of those. With pimped windows and 24" wheels. Just to impress all the farmers wives in Daarsit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daz Posted February 24, 2011 Report Share Posted February 24, 2011 Mmmmmm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jez Posted February 24, 2011 Report Share Posted February 24, 2011 I'm guessing the target audience is shown in pic 8, I can't imagine any bob the builder types buying this ? [ATTACH]42572[/ATTACH] That pic also looks ripe for a caption comp, Feck me that's the last time I carry a jet ski up the beach, this gravel is killing me feet ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy_Bangle Posted February 24, 2011 Author Report Share Posted February 24, 2011 Feck me that's the last time I carry a jet ski up the beach, this gravel is killing me feet ! Wish I'd keep the T5 then the bloody thing would have fitted! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garcon magnifique Posted February 24, 2011 Report Share Posted February 24, 2011 So anyone know what this actually is? Pretty sure it's not a unique VW design, got to be an Isuzu or something with a Golf grille surely? And I bet the original is cheaper and more reliable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy_Bangle Posted February 24, 2011 Author Report Share Posted February 24, 2011 It's a VW from Argentina, although will be put together in Germany from the summer (for the EU market). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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