Volkswagen’s Amarok single cab model will be available for purchase from the end of May 2023. This is all you need to know about the all-business Volkswagen workhorse bakkie.
The single-cab Amarok off-soot is available in three distinct configurations:
- Amarok Single Cab 2,0-litre TDI 110 kW 5-speed manual: R499 000
- Amarok Single Cab 2,0-litre 125 kW 6-speed manual: R575 000
- Amarok Single Cab 2,0-litre TDI 125 kW 4MOTION 6-speed manual: R646 000
“We are pleased to be extending the new Amarok range to include the Single Cab; the workhorse of the range. The Amarok Single Cab is a key model for increasing our volumes and market share in the rental and corporate segments as well as supporting our Sub- Saharan Africa growth plan by retailing in key African markets” — Mark Handley, Head of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles
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The range is powered by two four-cylinder turbo-diesel engines namely, a 2,0-litre TDI 110 kW which affords the two-seater bake with a power output of 110 kW and 350 N.m. The power plant is mated to a five-speed manual transmission. The range-topping 4MOTION model is powered by the same power plant as its stablemate except this confirmation affords the single cab with a power output of 125 kW and 405 N.m.
As standard, the 110 kW Single Cab Amarok is outfitted with 16-inch steel wheels accompanied by a full-size spare wheel, and height-adjustable seats. The range-topping 125 kW variant builds on the standard offerings of the entry-level model’s offerings. In addition to the standard offerings, the 125 kW model is outfitted with 17-inch alloy wheels, a rear differential lock, a trailer hitch, raised suspension and an improved payload capacity of 1,2 tonnes.
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The Volkswagen Amarok Single Cab is accompanied by a 4-year/ 120 000km warranty and a 6-year anti-corrosion warranty as standard. Additionally, the 125 kW model is accompanied by a 3-year/ 60 000km Easy Drive Service Plan.
