Who makes the V6 engine in the new Amarok?
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. There is currently a choice of two engines in the Amarok, both diesel Ford engines manufactured in the UK and shipped out: the 205 hp four-cylinder and the 236 hp V6. The previous Amarok was fitted with VW engines and the V6 was very popular.The three engine options in the VW Amarok range are all in the same sort of ballpark when it comes to fuel economy. The most efficient is the Amarok Life with the 170hp 2. The rest of the range are all automatics.Dyno results tuning your volkswagen amarok v6 can deliver a 79% power boost and a 91% increase in torque at the wheels. With these improvements, you’ll certainly notice a significant difference in both performance and driving capability.
How much does it cost to service a V6 Amarok?
For the previous-generation Amarok, servicing costs totalled $2000 for four-cylinder diesel versions, while V6 diesel variants were $200 more expensive over five years at $2200, however, all 2023 Amaroks now have a capped price total of $1800 regardless of the variant or drivetrain. Ranger vs Amarok: Ride and Handling Not surprisingly, the Amarok is quicker off the mark, reaching 62mph in just 9. Ranger can only manage it in 10. Engine noise is noticeably louder on the Ranger too, especially during heavy acceleration.The Amarok is a great pick-up truck offering strong engines, impressive practicality and good driving characteristics. That said, it’ll cost you more than its rivals, including the closely-related and brilliant Ford Ranger.THE new VW Amarok pickup truck was developed as a joint project between VW and Ford. However, both the Amarok and Ford Ranger share the same production line in the same factory in South Africa. Both share the same engines and chassis etc, with only mild design differences to the body skins.