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2.0L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Utility, Diesel, 4x4
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Volkswagen Amarok Core Plus (2018) price & specs
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Core Plus
Overview
The 2018 Volkswagen Amarok Core Plus is a four-wheel drive, 4-door Utility that was released to the Australian market on 5th November 2017. The Volkswagen Amarok is regarded as a Pickup built in Argentina with prices starting at $47,490 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 Plus 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 1878mm (73.9 inches) in height, 5254mm (206.9 inches) in length, 1954mm (76.9 inches) in width with a 3095mm (121.9 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 2052kg (4523.9 lbs) of unladen weight. The Amarok Core Plus comes standard with 245/65 R17 front tyres and 245/65 R17 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 2018 Volkswagen Amarok Core Plus has a 226mm ground clearance with a 3000kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
64.33 - 86.08 kW/t
53.79 kW/t
111.71 kW/t
Fuel Efficiency
7.8 - 9 L/100km
6.3 L/100km
12.7 L/100km
Vehicle Range
889 - 1,026 km
551 km
1,270 km
Price
$38,490 - $71,990
$17,990
$169,950
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
7 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
2,700 kg
5,309 kg
Gross Comb. Mass
5,550 - 6,000 kg
4,435 kg
11,479 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
3,000 - 3,500 kg
1,700 kg
6,942 kg
Approach Angle
28 - 29.5°
15.2°
35°
Departure Angle
18 - 28°
18°
29°
Ground Clearance Unladen
192 - 230 mm
171 mm
283 mm
Payload Capacity
808 - 1,139 kg
748 kg
1,713 kg
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Dimensions
5,254 mm
1,954 mm
1,878 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,254 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,954 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,878 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,095 mm |
| Turning Circle | 12,950 mm |
| Load Capacity | 988 mm |
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Explore Volkswagen Amarok Features & Specs
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Cruise Control
Speed Limiter: yes
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Mirrorlink: yes
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
Australia Air Pollution Rating: 5.0
Australia Greenhouse Rating: 6.0
Australia Overall Emission Control Level Rating: 3.0
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
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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): 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 Diameter: 19
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 111
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 245
Rear Wheels Tire Diameter: 19
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 111
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 245
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Location: 1
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Body Style
Body Type: Utility
Cab Type: Double Cab
Local Body Type: Utility
Platform Code: A1
Roof Type: Standard
Wheelbase Type: Short
Mud Flaps
Front Mud Flaps Location: Front
Rear Mud Flaps Location: Rear
Step
Step Location: Rear
Rear Step Type: Platform
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): 73.9
Overall Height (mm): 1878
Overall Length (in): 206.9
Overall Length (mm): 5254
Overall Width (in): 76.9
Overall Width (mm): 1954
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
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
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Paint
External Colour: Silver
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
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: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
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): 988
Payload Allowance (lb): 2178
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2052
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4524
Tare Weight (kg): 1993
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Media Card: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
iPod Connection (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Display Screen
Location: ?
Number of Screens: 1
Screen Size (in): 6.3
Touch Screen: yes
Floor Covering
Vehicle Cab Compartment: Textile
Luxury Trim
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 4
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Date Tested: 20110225
ANCAP Overall: 5.00
ANCAP Pedestrian: Good
ANCAP Rear Crash Protect Head Restraint Rating: Marginal
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 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 Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Upgraded Cloth/Velour
Main Seat Material: Upgraded Cloth/Velour
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear 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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