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    Volkswagen Amarok Core (2017) price & specs

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    Overview

    The 2017 Volkswagen Amarok Core is a four-wheel drive, 4-door Utility that was released to the Australian market on 3rd February 2017. The Volkswagen Amarok is regarded as a Pickup built in Argentina with prices starting at $43,490 before on-road costs.

    This Volkswagen Amarok is powered by a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that has 132 kW of power (at 4000 rpm) and 400 Nm of torque (at 1500 rpm) via a Six-speed Manual transmission. Volkswagen claims the Amarok Core uses 8.0L/100km of Diesel in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 211g of CO2. It has a 80L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 1000km per full tank

    The Volkswagen Amarok measures 1834mm (72.2 inches) in height, 5254mm (206.9 inches) in length, 1944mm (76.5 inches) in width with a 3095mm (121.9 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 2022kg (4457.7 lbs) of unladen weight. The Amarok Core comes standard with 245/70 R16 front tyres and 245/70 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 2017 Volkswagen Amarok Core has a 226mm ground clearance with a 3000kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.

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    Power to Weight
    64.33 - 84.55 kW/t
    53.42 kW/t
    92.28 kW/t
    Fuel Efficiency
    7.8 - 9 L/100km
    6.3 L/100km
    10.9 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    889 - 1,026 km
    688 km
    1,270 km
    Price
    $38,490 - $67,990
    $19,490
    $149,500
    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
    3,040 - 3,080 kg
    2,550 kg
    4,490 kg
    Gross Comb. Mass
    5,550 - 6,000 kg
    4,138 kg
    11,479 kg
    Braked Towing Capacity
    3,000 kg
    1,588 kg
    6,942 kg
    Approach Angle
    28°
    20.7°
    35°
    Departure Angle
    23.6 - 28°
    20.3°
    29°
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    192 - 230 mm
    188 mm
    279 mm
    Payload Capacity
    864 - 1,139 kg
    864 kg
    1,533 kg

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    Dimensions

    5,254 mm
    1,944 mm
    1,834 mm
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length5,254 mm
    Overall Width1,944 mm
    Overall Height1,834 mm
    Wheelbase3,095 mm
    Turning Circle12,950 mm
    Load Capacity1,018 mm

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    Core

    2.0L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Utility, Diesel, 4x4

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    Compressor

    Compressor: Turbo

    Emission Control Level

    CO2 Level (Combined): 211
    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

    Fuel

    Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
    Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
    Fuel Type: Diesel

    Fuel Tanks

    Main Capacity Gal: 21.1
    Main Capacity (L): 80
    Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 17.6
    Main Type: Total

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    Fuel Consumption

    ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1000
    ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 621
    ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 12.5
    ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 8.0
    ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 35
    ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 29
    ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 13.7
    ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 7.3
    ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 39
    ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 32
    ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
    ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 10.9
    ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 9.2
    ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 31
    ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 26

    Fuel Economy

    ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 8.0

    Power

    Maximum Power (hp/PS): 180
    Maximum Power (kW): 132
    Maximum Torque (Nm): 400
    Measurement Standard: EEC
    Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
    Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4000
    Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1500

    Differential Lock

    Location: Rear

    Drive

    Descent Control System: yes
    Driven Wheels: 4x4
    Four-Wheel Drive Type: Part-Time
    Selection: Manual

    Transmission

    Description: Manual
    Low High Gear Ranges: yes
    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: 111
    Location: Front
    Front Wheels Tire Profile: 70
    Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
    Front Wheels Tire Width: 245
    Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 111
    Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
    Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 70
    Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
    Rear Wheels Tire Width: 245

    Wheels

    Location: Front
    Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
    Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
    Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
    Location: 1
    Location: Rear
    Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
    Rear Rim Type: Alloy
    Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5

    Tray/Tub

    Type: Straight Side

    Cargo Area Dimensions

    Cargo Volume (cu ft): 89.0
    Cargo Volume (L): 2520
    Height (in): 20.0
    Height (mm): 1620
    Length (in): 61.2
    Length (mm): 1555
    Loading Floor Height (in): 30.7
    Loading Floor Height (mm): 780
    Standard Measurement: Manufacturer'S Own
    Width Between Wheelhouses (in): 48.1
    Width Between Wheelhouses (mm): 1222
    Width (in): 63.8
    Width (mm): 1620

    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): 8.9
    Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 226
    Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 42.5
    Overall Height (in): 72.2
    Overall Height (mm): 1834
    Overall Length (in): 206.9
    Overall Length (mm): 5254
    Overall Width (in): 76.5
    Overall Width (mm): 1944
    Rear Overhang (in): 46.8
    Rear Overhang (mm): 1188
    Rear Track (in): 64.7
    Rear Track (mm): 1644
    Wheelbase (in): 121.9
    Wheelbase (mm): 3095

    Ramp Angles

    Approach Angle: 28.0
    Departure Angle: 23.6

    Body Style

    Body Type: Utility
    Cab Type: Double Cab
    Local Body Type: Utility
    Platform Code: A1
    Roof Type: Standard
    Wheelbase Type: Short

    Step

    Step Location: Rear
    Rear Step Type: Platform

    Bumpers

    Front Bumper Colour: Painted
    Location: Front
    Rear Bumper Colour: Black
    Location: Rear

    Cargo Doors

    Rear Height (in): 20.0
    Rear Height (mm): 508
    Location: Rear
    Rear Opening Angle: 90
    Rear Operation: Dropping Gate
    Rear Width (in): 53.7
    Rear Width (mm): 1364

    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

    Headlights

    High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
    Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
    Lens Type: Complex Surface

    Paint

    External Colour: Silver
    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 Train Weight (kg): 5550
    Gross Train Weight (lb): 12236
    Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 3040
    Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 6702
    Payload Allowance (kg): 1018
    Payload Allowance (lb): 2244
    Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2022
    Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4458
    Tare Weight (kg): 1963

    Audio System

    Radio Type: Am/Fm
    Touch Screen: yes

    External Connections

    USB (Front): yes

    Remote Audio Controls

    Type: Steering Wheel Mounted

    Speakers

    Number of Speakers: 6

    Mobile Integration

    Android Auto: yes
    Apple Carplay: yes
    Mirrorlink: yes

    Parking Distance System

    Location: Rear
    Rear Type: Sensor & Camera

    Power Outlet 12V

    Location (12V): Front

    Luxury Trim

    Gear Selector: Leather
    Instrument Panel: Alloy Look

    Airbags

    Number of Airbags: 4

    Crash Test Results

    ANCAP Date Tested: 20110225
    ANCAP Overall: 5.0
    ANCAP Standard: Ancap
    ANCAP Version Tested: 2.0 Tdi Amarok 4wd Lhd

    Front Airbag

    Location: Driver
    Location: Passenger

    Front Seat Belts

    Driver Height Adjustable: yes
    Driver Seat Position: Driver
    Passenger Height Adjustable: 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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