Andy_Bangle Posted December 1, 2009 Report Share Posted December 1, 2009 Need something to tow your jetski's or track car (carry MTB's) then VW may have answer. PRESS RELEASE Amarok –The Volkswagen Among Pick-Ups Launches * Amarok sets new standards in 1-tonne pick-up class * Fuel-efficient TDI engines and three drive concepts * Active and passive safety at the highest level * Production and market launch in South America; Europe to follow in 2010 The Amarok is launching worldwide in a four-door version with "double cab" – a "single cab" will debut in the first half of 2011. Conceptually and stylistically, the Amarok – up to 5.25 meter long. For the powertrain, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has chosen two reliable, fuel-efficient and clean high-tech turbo-diesels for the pick-up's market launch. The 120 kW / 163 PS strong 2.0 TDI with common rail injection has two-stage bi-turbo turbocharging, which generates a torque of 400 Newton-meters at a low 1,500 rpm. Another four-cylinder TDI with 90 kW / 122 PS will follow as a second engine variant in mid-2010. It has a turbocharger with variable turbine geometry and develops a maximum torque of 340 Newton-meters from 2,000 rpm. Both engines are paired with a 6-speed manual transmission. Take the Amarok with switchable all-wheel drive as an example. Even in this 4x4 version, the 122-PS TDI consumes just 7.6 litres per 100 kilometres (equivalent to 199 g/km CO2). In the case of the 163-PS TDI, fuel consumption is also very economical at 7.8 litres (206 g/km CO2). This is the first time an all-wheel drive vehicle has been offered in this class whose CO2 emissions are less than 200 grams. Thanks to its 80-litre tank, the pick-up is also capable of ranges of over 1,000 kilometres! The two all-wheel drive variants are right at home on all terrains. The ideal choice for journeys up hill and down dale is the Amarok 4MOTION with switchable all-wheel drive and a red "4" in its signature. Making its appearance with full-time all-wheel drive and greater comfort is the Amarok 4MOTION with a black "4". It exhibits the same vehicle dynamics advantages offered by all-wheel drive, but for paved roads. An optional rear differential lock is available for all drive types. It can haul 2,300 pounds and tow nearly three tons (5,600 pounds). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cuprabob Posted December 1, 2009 Report Share Posted December 1, 2009 Just what Jon C has ben waiting for The name is pretty close to Anorak Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonC Posted December 1, 2009 Report Share Posted December 1, 2009 Just what Jon C has ben waiting for The name is pretty close to Anorak Whey hey! It's a marriage made in heaven - pick up practicality for the DH bike with my beloved VW quality Seriously though, I would consider one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
byron13 Posted December 1, 2009 Report Share Posted December 1, 2009 Are they being funny with the name? Do they really not know that is not a particularly flattering sounding name in the UK? (regardless of the spelling when said it sounds the same!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tipex Posted December 1, 2009 Report Share Posted December 1, 2009 I thought this was going to be a thread about some boring beardy nerds wearing VW jackets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarmac_Terrorist Posted December 1, 2009 Report Share Posted December 1, 2009 Whey hey! It's a marriage made in heaven - pick up practicality for the DH bike with my beloved VW quality Seriously though, I would consider one. If you turned up to value my house in one of those JC, I would take you for a property developer wanting to buy my property for the land value :grin: One of those Amaroks, a remap and a few mods and you're sorted! Seriously, I can actually imagine these would sell well in the UK - ultimate surfers transport / leisure / utility vehicle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garcon magnifique Posted December 1, 2009 Report Share Posted December 1, 2009 Who comes up with model names at VW? We've had the Toerag and the Phoetus, now the Anorak. As for design, or lack of, isn't that basically a ten year old Mitsu L200 with a Golf grill? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shao_khan Posted December 1, 2009 Report Share Posted December 1, 2009 I had to read the name 3 times to notice it didnt say anorak!!! JonC - stick with what you have it looks nicer and will be far more reliable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarmac_Terrorist Posted December 1, 2009 Report Share Posted December 1, 2009 Would rather have one of these but it might struggle to get JC's DH bike to the top of the hill! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy_Bangle Posted December 2, 2009 Author Report Share Posted December 2, 2009 Whey hey! It's a marriage made in heaven - pick up practicality for the DH bike with my beloved VW quality Seriously though, I would consider one. Knew you would love it, that's why I posted it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonC Posted December 2, 2009 Report Share Posted December 2, 2009 If you turned up to value my house in one of those JC, I would take you for a property developer wanting to buy my property for the land value :grin: :roflmao:Yeah, they'll probably think, "who's this pikey and no, I don't want to buy any pegs/have my driveway done" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonC Posted December 2, 2009 Report Share Posted December 2, 2009 stick with what you have it looks nicer and will be far more reliable. I do prefer the looks of the Navara Service-wise, the Nav is every 2 years or 18k miles. I bet the Anorak wouldn't be! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theduisbergkid Posted December 2, 2009 Report Share Posted December 2, 2009 How times have changed, VW launching a new model in where-ever, as opposed to Europe... I'll guess it will be made in Brazil or somewhere, owners will expect it to be as tough as their Toyota, and will be disappointed. I can see the builders / pikeys / biking crowd going for these though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy_Bangle Posted December 2, 2009 Author Report Share Posted December 2, 2009 I'll guess it will be made in Brazil or somewhere, Close, Argentina Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cuprabob Posted December 2, 2009 Report Share Posted December 2, 2009 I do prefer the looks of the Navara Service-wise, the Nav is every 2 years or 18k miles. I bet the Anorak wouldn't be! Don't see why not, that's what most VWs are on variable servicing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanG Posted December 3, 2009 Report Share Posted December 3, 2009 (edited) So are they all 4x4 or will they be switchable 2x4 / 4x4? If the pricing is keen enough, they should do well. Edited December 3, 2009 by DanG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy_Bangle Posted December 3, 2009 Author Report Share Posted December 3, 2009 So are they all 4x4 or will they be switchable 2x4 / 4x4? The two all-wheel drive variants are right at home on all terrains. The ideal choice for journeys up hill and down dale is the Amarok 4MOTION with switchable all-wheel drive and a red "4" in its signature. Making its appearance with full-time all-wheel drive and greater comfort is the Amarok 4MOTION with a black "4". It exhibits the same vehicle dynamics advantages offered by all-wheel drive, but for paved roads. An optional rear differential lock is available for all drive types. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steelwind101 Posted December 3, 2009 Report Share Posted December 3, 2009 Looks good, no pedigree though. Could sell to the softroad crew! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bircham Posted December 3, 2009 Report Share Posted December 3, 2009 here's another vw that they get elsewhere (US) but not here. If i was in the market for an mpv it would top of my list! VW Routan - Volkswagen Routan Minivan - VW.com Jon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tipex Posted December 3, 2009 Report Share Posted December 3, 2009 Don't get me wrong, my Galaxy isn't the best looking car in the world, but that Routan thing is minging, it's a van with windows! I really hope they don't bring that over here as the replacement for the Sharon, That's got to be due a new model soon, as it's an ancient old thing that even Ford wont sell any more! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garcon magnifique Posted December 3, 2009 Report Share Posted December 3, 2009 There really are some people who'd buy any old sheeite if it has a VW or Audi badge on it aren't there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonC Posted December 3, 2009 Report Share Posted December 3, 2009 That US market Routan seems like natural progression from the Transporter. I like it. Hell, I like most of what VW produce Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steelwind101 Posted December 3, 2009 Report Share Posted December 3, 2009 (edited) The VW Routan is is ALREADY avalible in the UK under its original badge. The Routan is rebadged version of the Chrysler Voyager/Chrysler Town and Country/Dodge Caravan. Different nose, all Chrysler platform. 3.8 and 4.0 V6 engines. Bircham, your in luck buddy! I think it comes with the old Merc diesel engine. Edited December 3, 2009 by steelwind101 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bircham Posted December 4, 2009 Report Share Posted December 4, 2009 "The Routan is rebadged version of the Chrysler Voyager/Chrysler Town and Country/Dodge Caravan. " But when you see the Routan ib the States it is sucha different looking machine to the Voyager. The exterior changes, and the interior changes really make it seem like a completely different car. Plus, in the States it starts at £15500 rather than the Voyager's £25000...., Jon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riz Posted December 5, 2009 Report Share Posted December 5, 2009 I wonder if they will do a R version Volkswagen R-AMAROK £40k with options I do like this from Volkswagen though, another market segment to expand into. Riz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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