Volkswagen Amarok: feedback from owners about a new German pickup truck

The debut of the German pickup "Volkswagen Amarok"was held in 2009 at the international motor show in Hanover. At that time, this SUV was presented under the name "Volkswagen Pickup Concept". A few months after the presentation, in the autumn of the same year, the German pickup was produced serially. It should be noted that this was the first "Pick-up" class car, which was developed by German engineers. Until that time, Volkswagen was only engaged in the manufacture of passenger cars, off-road and small-tonnage vehicles. So, let's consider in more detail what is the pick-up truck Volkswagen Amarok.

Comments of owners of 2013 on dimensions and load-carrying capacity

It must be said that this model wasIt was developed absolutely from scratch. It did not contain details from any other Volkswagen models. As for the dimensions, the truck has quite impressive dimensions, which are significantly different from other European cars. So, the length of the car is 5.25 m, width - 1.94 m (1.54 without mirrors), and height - 1.83 m. At the same time the novelty has proved itself in terms of load capacity. According to the passport data, the pickup is capable of raising up to 1200 kg of additional cargo on board. In addition, there is a modification of Heavy Duty for Volkswagen Amarok. The owners' comments say that such an SUV can pull a 3-ton trailer in addition to the main load.

Volkswagen Amarok: feedback from owners about the design

As a basis for the German noveltyA lightweight ladder frame is provided, which is the carrier in the body of the machine. Suspension of the car is independent, spring type, equipped with double wishbones and springs in front and a continuous bridge from the rear. The buyers will be offered two variants of the suspension - with 2- or 5-leaf sheets. As for the cabin, it is produced equally for all modifications of the Volkswagen Amarok.

Reviews of owners say excessiveThe capacity of the pickup truck, which can take up to five passengers on two rows of seats. According to the developers of the model, in the near future buyers will be presented a jeep with a single cab and a more spacious cargo compartment.

Volkswagen Amarok: owner feedback on technical characteristics

With regard to technical characteristics, forof the Russian market the novelty will be presented in three variations of the engine - two petrol and one turbodiesel. Aggregates will develop power from 122 to 180 horsepower and at the same time have a working volume of 2 liters (the same for all engines). All engines are equipped with two transmissions - eight-speed automatic and six-speed mechanics. Owners also note good economics - for 100 km of mileage, the novelty consumes only 7.5 liters (and this in a mixed cycle).

Volkswagen Amarok: owner feedback on the cost

The initial price for a new pick-up in Russia will bestart from the mark of 1 million 318 thousand rubles, and the most expensive equipment will cost 1 million 750 thousand rubles. Whether the cost of this acquisition justifies - every car owner makes his own conclusion.