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Volkswagen Amarok I Double Cab (facelift 2016) 3.0 V6 TDI (204 Hp) 4MOTION Automatic
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Volkswagen Amarok:
The Volkswagen Amarok is a pickup truck produced by German automaker Volkswagen since 2010. It is a body-on-frame truck with double-wishbone suspension at the front and leaf springs at the rear. The Amarok range consists of single cab and double cab, combined with either rear-wheel drive or 4motion four-wheel-drive, and is powered by turbocharged petrol or turbocharged direct injection diesel engines.
Amarok competes in some global markets with comparable mid-size pickup trucks, such as the Toyota Hilux, Nissan Navara, Mitsubishi L200, Ford Ranger, Isuzu D-Max and Chevrolet/Holden Colorado/S-10. The second-generation Amarok is based on the Ford Ranger....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Double Cab (facelift 2016) Overview:
Volkswagen Amarok (I Double Cab (facelift 2016)). With 500 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.45 l/100km). At around 2053 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.05 s). The top speed reaches 184 km/h. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.0 V6 TDI (204 Hp) 4MOTION Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A significant step up in power and refinement, offering strong acceleration and effortless cruising with the automatic gearbox.
Fuel Economy
Impressively efficient for its power output, benefiting from the optimized automatic transmission.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Powerful and refined V6 TDI engines across the range
- • Comfortable and car-like interior for a pickup
- • Strong towing capacity (up to 3500 kg)
- • Excellent ride quality and handling for its class
- • Premium feel and build quality
Cons:
- • Higher purchase price compared to many rivals
- • Fuel economy can be high on top-tier performance trims
- • Rear passenger space is adequate but not class-leading
- • 4-star Euro NCAP rating from 2010 might be considered dated by some
- • Limited engine options (only V6 TDI post-facelift)
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I Single Cab: 2012 - 2016).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Amarok |
| Generation: | I Double Cab (facelift 2016) |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 V6 TDI (204 Hp) 4MOTION Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2016 |
| End of production: | 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 204 Hp @ 3000-4500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 68.8 Hp/l [73mm more] |
| Torque: | 500 Nm @ 1250-2750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | DDXB More details about the engine DDXB |
| Engine displacement: | 2967 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.3-8.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.1-7.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.5-7.8 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.0-9.1 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.0-9.1 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 184-186 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.1 kg/Hp, 99.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.1 kg/Nm, 243.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2053 |
| Max. weight: | 2920 |
| Max. roof load: | 100 kg |
| Max load: | 867 |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 3500 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 l |
| AdBlue tank: | 13 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 140 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 15.6° |
| Wading depth: | 500 mm |
| Length: | 5254 mm mm [73mm more] |
| Width: | 1954 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Height: | 1834 mm mm [14mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 3097 mm mm [2mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2228 mm |
| Front overhang: | 898 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1259 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 192 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.95 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 29.5° |
| Departure angle: | 18.0° |
| Climb angle: | 45° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 8 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 245/65 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 17 |
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