Volkswagen is a very common brand in Russia. Often, this manufacturer supplies cars and light commercial vehicles to Russia. However, today we’ll talk about a slightly different class. And these are not crossovers at all. In today's article, we will pay attention to the Volkswagen Amarok. Reviews of real owners, description and technical specifications - further in our article.
Description
Amarok is a mid-size pickup truck that has been produced by Volkswagen since 2009. The machine is manufactured with a two- or four-door cab. Assembly is carried out in Hanover (Germany), as well as in Buenos Aires (Argentina). The machine is officially delivered to Russia.
Appearance
Translated from Inuit Amarok means wolf. Indeed, the car is endowed with a predatory appearance: a huge grille, big-eyed headlights and a raised bumper.
Behind are chrome stiffeners. Square wheel arches protruding beyond the body emphasize the brutality of the car. By the way, the machine comes from the factory on 17-inch alloy wheels. Rubber is highway, however, it is quite possible to install off-road “AT” here. In general, the appearance of the cars is quite attractive: the car stands out from the stream and looks no worse than its competitors.
Body problems
But what do owners say about the body of the Volkswagen Amarok? There are problems with the body here. So, over the years, the paint begins to peel off at the bottom of the doors. Moreover, such problems are observed only at the door. Thresholds remain intact after years of operation. What else do the owners reviews say about the Volkswagen Amarok? Pockets of corrosion are rare, but greatly spoil the appearance.
So, rusty spots appear on the rear pillar of the cab and along the sides. The manufacturer himself gives a six-year guarantee for through corrosion. However, peeling paint and rust spots are not a guarantee case. Therefore, the owners have to put up with this problem. What is noteworthy, for many such problems begin in the third year of operation, that is, when the warranty for the Volkswagen Amarok ends. Owner reviews say that the pickup is poorly colored, and secondary color on these models is far from uncommon.
Sizes, clearance
The car has standard sizes for its class. So, the body length is 5.26 meters, width - 1.95, height - 1.83 meters. The wheelbase is almost 3.1 meters. Very significant “Volkswagen” clearance - say the reviews of the owners. VW "Amarok" on standard alloy wheels has a 26-cm ground clearance. This is more than any crossover. High ground clearance is one of the main advantages of this car. As noted in the reviews of the owners, Volkswagen Amarok is able to conquer off-road. The car has high angles of arrival (28 degrees) and exit (24 degrees). The car is able to overcome fords up to 50 centimeters deep without additional training. Also, the German Volkswagen Amarok pickup truck is able to move when climbing with a 45 degree slope with full load.
Salon
Inside, the car looks rather modest. Everywhere there are features of budget sedans from the Volkswagen - gearshift lever, steering wheel and various buttons. On the center console is a small multimedia display. Below - the climate control unit. Ergonomics are well thought out - the reviews say.
However, there are enough shortcomings. First of all, it is the interior design itself. The car costs substantial money, and the interior does not look any better than in the Polo. In addition, the quality of the finishing materials does not shine - everywhere rough and scratched plastic. Noise isolation is also weak. Under warranty, owners will replace door seals. They quickly become worthless - note the reviews of the owners.
Trunk, carrying capacity
These cars are usually bought for the transport of goods. The car copes with this task 100 percent. Volkswagen Amarok’s cargo area is 2.52 square meters, which is pretty good. The width of the body between the wheel arches is 122 centimeters, which allows you to transport a standard euro-pallets without problems. But due to the high clearance, the car does not have a low loading line. So, the height from the trunk to the floor is 78 centimeters.
Another advantage of the Volkswagen Amarok is its carrying capacity. This car can take on board up to 1150 kilograms of cargo. In this case, the mass of the towed trailer can reach 2.8 tons.
Specifications
This machine can be equipped with two diesel power units. So, the base is a two-liter turbocharged engine with 140 horsepower. This unit generates 340 Nm of torque at 1.6 thousand revolutions per minute. Paired with this engine is a six-speed manual gearbox with 4MOTION technology. The latter allows the use of four-wheel drive (it can be permanent or pluggable).
Acceleration to hundreds of cars takes 13.7 seconds. The maximum speed is 161 kilometers per hour. Fuel consumption, according to passport data, is 7.7 liters per hundred in mixed mode. However, the flow rate depends on the type of drive used. So, if the wheel formula of Volkswagen is 4 x 4, then the consumption will be 0.2 liters more. But, as noted by the reviews, the real numbers will always be greater. So, in practice, fuel consumption is about ten liters of diesel per 100 kilometers.
In the top trim levels, a 180-horsepower diesel engine is available. What is noteworthy, its working volume is all the same 2 liters. The Germans managed to achieve such high power through the use of two turbines. One (smaller) is inflated at low speeds, and at high speeds the second is included in the work (which is larger). Thus, the torque is 420 Nm and is available in the range from 1.7 to 2.3 thousand revolutions. With such an engine, the car gains a hundred in 10.9 seconds on an eight-speed automatic and 10.3 seconds on six-speed mechanics. The maximum speed depending on the installed checkpoint is from 179 to 184 kilometers per hour. Fuel consumption, according to passport data, reaches 8.3 liters.
Problems on motors and gearbox
As noted by the owners, the diesel Amarok has a complex engine design. This applies to both the first and second units. What problems do owners face? After 8 thousand kilometers, traction may disappear. The reason for this is the malfunction of the turbine pressure sensor. This failure is repaired under warranty. After 16 thousand, the fuel filter housing may burst. Also, this filter may leak. Replacement is under warranty. The exhaust temperature sensor fails.
By the way, at one time the dealer made a service action to replace the turbine pressure sensor. This malfunction was observed very often.
Among the problems on the transmission, it is worth highlighting the “sticking” of the clutch pedal and the difficult engagement of the first gear in the cold. The rest of the problems with the checkpoint is not observed.
Suspension
The machine is built on a spar-type frame. Front - double wishbone independent suspension. Behind - a continuous bridge with semi-elliptical springs. According to the owners, the Volkswagen Amarok has a rather stiff suspension. Especially "goat" on the road back. But as soon as 200 kilograms is in the cargo compartment, the car behaves differently. Yes, there is no high ride. But the car better "swallows" bumps, and it does not carry along the road. Thus, the car behaves like a truck, which must constantly work, carrying heavy loads.
What gets Volkswagen Amarok owner reviews? Among the faults, it is worth noting the seal of the transfer case. After 30 thousand kilometers it begins to flow. Also, off-road front-wheel drive (grenade) is torn. But this is rather an isolated case. The rest of the chassis does not cause problems - say the reviews of the owners. Volkswagen Amarok has a sturdy suspension.
Conclusion
So, we found out what “Amarok” reviews of the owners and shortcomings. As you can see, the car has its pitfalls that are worth considering. Many owners say that the price of a car does not match its quality and characteristics.