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2.0L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Cab Chassis, Diesel, RWD
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Volkswagen Amarok Base (2016) price & specs
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Overview
The 2016 Volkswagen Amarok Base is a rear-wheel drive, 4-door Cab Chassis that was released to the Australian market on 5th October 2015. The Volkswagen Amarok is regarded as a Pickup built in Argentina with prices starting at $31,490 before on-road costs.
This Volkswagen Amarok is powered by a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that has 103 kW of power (at 3500 rpm) and 340 Nm of torque (at 1600 rpm) via a Six-speed Manual transmission. Volkswagen claims the Amarok Base uses 7.5L/100km of Diesel in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 197g of CO2. It has a 80L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 1067km per full tank
The Volkswagen Amarok measures 1834mm (72.2 inches) in height, 4979mm (196.0 inches) in length, 1944mm (76.5 inches) in width with a 3095mm (121.9 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1872kg (4127.0 lbs) of unladen weight. The Amarok Base comes standard with 205/80 R16 front tyres and 205/80 R16 rear tyres. It requires a service every 12 months or 15,000 km, whichever comes first. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2016 Volkswagen Amarok Base has a 230mm ground clearance with a 3000kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
55.02 - 70.4 kW/t
41.51 kW/t
86.73 kW/t
Fuel Efficiency
7.5 - 8.3 L/100km
6.5 L/100km
12.7 L/100km
Vehicle Range
964 - 1,067 km
551 km
1,231 km
Price
$31,490 - $63,990
$18,990
$63,990
Warranty (Years)
3 years
2 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 3 years
1 year
4 years
Service Interval
12 months
6 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,820 - 3,040 kg
2,720 kg
3,500 kg
Gross Comb. Mass
5,550 kg
4,435 kg
6,000 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
3,000 kg
1,800 kg
3,500 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
192 - 230 mm
171 mm
314 mm
Payload Capacity
790 - 1,168 kg
790 kg
1,533 kg
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Dimensions
4,979 mm
1,944 mm
1,834 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,979 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,944 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,834 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,095 mm |
| Turning Circle | 12,950 mm |
| Load Capacity | 1,168 mm |
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Explore Volkswagen Amarok Features & Specs
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
Australia Air Pollution Rating: 5.0
Australia Greenhouse Rating: 6.5
Australia Overall Emission Control Level Rating: 3.5
CO2 Level (Combined): 197
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 81.0
Engine (cc): 1968
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 95.5
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Diesel Common Rail
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 21.1
Main Capacity (L): 80
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 17.6
Main Type: Total
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1067
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 663
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 13.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 38
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 31
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 16.1
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 46
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 38
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 11.0
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 9.1
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 31
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 26
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.5
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 140
Maximum Power (kW): 103
Maximum Torque (Nm): 340
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1600
Differential Lock
Location: Rear
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: Rear
Transmission
Description: Manual
Number of Speeds: 6
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 2
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Leaf
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 110
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 80
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 110
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 80
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 205
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Location: 1
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Body Style
Body Type: Cab Chassis
Cab Type: Double Cab
Local Body Type: Cab Chassis
Platform Code: A1
Roof Type: Standard
Wheelbase Type: Short
Mud Flaps
Front Mud Flaps Location: Front
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 12950
Front Overhang (in): 35.4
Front Overhang (mm): 898
Front Track (in): 64.9
Front Track (mm): 1648
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 9.1
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 230
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 42.5
Overall Height (in): 72.2
Overall Height (mm): 1834
Overall Length (in): 196.0
Overall Length (mm): 4979
Overall Width (in): 76.5
Overall Width (mm): 1944
Rear Overhang (in): 38.8
Rear Overhang (mm): 986
Rear Track (in): 64.7
Rear Track (mm): 1644
Wheelbase (in): 121.9
Wheelbase (mm): 3095
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Height Adjustment: Manual
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Rear Side Windows
Location: Driver
Driver Type: Wind-Up
Location: Passenger
Passenger Type: Wind-Up
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Fixed
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 3000
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 6614
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 3040
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 6702
Payload Allowance (kg): 1168
Payload Allowance (lb): 2575
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1872
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4127
Tare Weight (kg): 1813
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
Digital Media Card: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Floor Covering
Vehicle Cab Compartment: Plastic/Rubber
Luxury Trim
Gear Selector: Leather
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 4
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Front Head Protection: yes
Location: Front
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Semi-Auto
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
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