VW NZ announces prices for all-new Amarok ute

The all-new VW Amarok arrives in New Zealand next month. Photo: VW NZ

Volkswagen New Zealand has just revealed the pricing of the much-anticipated Amarok ute range that lands here in March.

Originally designed and conceived in Germany and Australia, the new Amarok is the result of superior engineering and design collaboration, ensuring road-ready suitability to meet the challenges of South Pacific terrains. All vehicles in the range have been awarded a 5 Star NCAP safety rating and feature Volkswagen DNA inside and out.

“The all-new Amarok is set to usher in a new era for Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles in New Zealand. With cutting-edge design and Volkswagen refinement the new ute brings with it a high level of safety and features,” says General Manager of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles New Zealand, Kevin Richards.

”We can’t wait to get Amarok onto New Zealand roads to prove that they drive as awesomely as they look. We know we’ve delivered a ute that will hit the mark for Kiwis, no matter what it’s used for, be it tackling the building site or towing the boat.”

The line-up starts with the Amarok Life with a 2.0L 125kW 405Nm diesel engine and 6-speed automatic transmission, 17” alloy wheels, rear mechanical differential lock, LED headlights, heated exterior mirrors, multifunction leather steering wheel and 12” touchscreen infotainment. 

New driver assistance features include, Lane Keep Assist, Blind Spot Monitor, Traffic Sign Recognition, Adaptive Cruise Control and Autonomous Emergency Braking, to earn that 5-star NCAP safety rating which is standard across the range. Amarok Life is priced at $65,000.

Brand new to the range and set to make its mark on the segment is the Amarok Style. With a powerful 2.0L 154kW 500Nm diesel engine, 18” alloy wheels, styling bar, IQ.Light LED Matrix headlights, 12” touchscreen infotainment, ambient lighting, and keyless entry and start. It is packed with safety and driving assistance systems including navigation and a standard across-the-range towbar. It is priced at $75,000.

The Amarok PanAmericana boasts a strong off-road design with a powerful 3.0L 184kW 600Nm diesel engine to meet challenging terrain. Features include 18" alloy wheels exclusively in black, with all-terrain tires, exterior mirrors, bumpers and door handles in black, styling bar and steps

in black, IQ.Light LED Matrix headlights, heated leather seats, 12” touchscreen infotainment, Harman Kardon premium sound system, and ambient lighting. Plus, driving assistance systems includes Park Assist and Intelligent Adaptive Cruise. It is priced at $88,000.

The Amarok Aventura has a 184kW 600Nm diesel engine and is top of the premium segment of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles. It features 20" alloy wheels, X- design front bumper, exterior chrome styling accents, body-coloured sports bar, IQ.Light LED Matrix headlights, leather seats including heating, 12” touchscreen infotainment, Harman Kardon premium sound system and ambient lighting. New driver assistance features include Advanced Park Assist and Area View Camera. It is priced at $90,000. 

The New Zealand Government Clean Car fee/rebate may apply to the models.