Is Amarok using Ford engines?
A line-up of Ford-sourced but Volkswagen-developed engines will make their way into the second-generation Amarok. Volkswagen has unveiled its second-generation Amarok and in doing so has locked in the details for its new engine line-up – but the Ford Ranger Raptor’s 292kW petrol V6 is not on the cards. Volkswagen claims that the 3. V6 and 10-speed automatic combination can return up to 28mpg, whether it’s a Style, PanAmericana or Aventuras-spec Amarok. That said, we managed to average 28. V6 Amarok Style during our pick-up truck group test between the Amarok, Ford Ranger and Toyota Hilux.MPG and running costs It’s pretty easy to get to grips with the Amarok’s engine range – 2. VW claims a maximum fuel consumption of 32.Close behind, the Volkswagen Amarok delivers 36. MPG. Known for its smooth driving experience, the Amarok is a reliable option for those prioritising efficiency. Notably, manual models tend to offer slightly better fuel economy, an important factor for potential buyers.
Does the Amarok have a Porsche engine?
Volkswagen has introduced Porsche’s Cayenne V6 turbo diesel power to the Amarok ute, making it the biggest gun in town among one-tonne utes with 165kW/550Nm (the latter figure almost a match for an HSV Clubsport). The second-generation Amarok was released on 7 July 2022. Designed and conceived in Germany and Australia, it is built by Ford at its South African assembly plant in Silverton, and shares the new Ford Ranger’s platform as part of the 2019 Ford-VW global alliance cooperation agreement.In 2018, VW toughened-up the engine stakes of the Amarok, by announcing the arrival of the TDI550 Amarok, which adds a powerful new V6 turbo engine into the mix, packing a great punch. In August 2018, the TDI580 was released, coming out with the same engine but with more power & torque.Introducing the 2025 Volkswagen Amarok TDI600 Style, a powerful and reliable 4X4 Constant Dual Cab Ute designed to conquer any terrain. In striking Clear White, this Amarok boasts a 3. Litre 6-Cylinder diesel engine paired with a 10-Speed Automatic transmission for seamless performance.Prior to mid-2020, the Volkswagen Amarok TDI580 Ultimate was compliant with Euro 6 regulations, and required AdBlue. This is no longer the case, after a Euro 5 version of the engine was developed, and production switched from Germany to Argentina.