Volkswagen Amarok Mk1
The premium workhorse that redefined the lifestyle pick-up segment.
- Power
- 258 bhp
- Top speed
- 127 mph
About the Volkswagen Amarok Mk1
The first-generation Volkswagen Amarok was a significant departure for the brand, entering the mid-size pick-up market with a focus on car-like refinement and premium interior quality. The 2018 Aventura trim represents the peak of the Mk1's development, featuring the powerful 3.0-litre V6 TDI engine that replaced the earlier, less reliable 2.0-litre units. It offers a permanent 4Motion all-wheel-drive system and an 8-speed automatic gearbox, providing a driving experience closer to a luxury SUV than a traditional utility vehicle. While it lacks the ultimate off-road hardware of some rivals, its on-road composure and 3.1-tonne towing capacity made it a favourite for lifestyle buyers.
Volkswagen Amarok Mk1 specs
The Volkswagen Amarok Mk1 produces 258 bhp (192 kW) and 580 Nm (428 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 127 mph (205 km/h).
| Make | Volkswagen |
|---|---|
| Model | Amarok |
| Generation | Mk1 |
| Trim | Amarok 3.0 V6 TDI Aventura |
| Years | 2010–2022 |
| Type | Truck |
| Body style | Pick-up |
| Country | Germany |
| Engine | 3.0-litre turbocharged V6 diesel |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,967 cc (3.0 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 258 bhp (192 kW) at 3,250 rpm |
| Torque | 580 Nm (428 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 4,500 rpm |
| Top speed | 127 mph (205 km/h) |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Four-wheel drive |
| Weight | 2,260 kg (4,982 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 114 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Volkswagen Amarok Mk1 rarity in CarSpot
The Volkswagen Amarok Mk1 is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 19 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
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Volkswagen Amarok Mk1 fun facts
- The name 'Amarok' is derived from Inuit mythology, referring to a giant wolf that hunts alone at night.
- The 3.0 V6 TDI engine features an overboost function that temporarily increases power to 272 PS (268 hp) for up to 10 seconds.
- The Amarok's load bed is wide enough to accommodate a Euro pallet sideways between the wheel arches, a rarity in its class at launch.