The punch-on at the top of ute market has gone up a notch with Volkswagen announcing a power boost for the Amarok V6.
With the Mercedes-Benz X-Class not far away, the Amarok V6 will be packing a Euro 6 compliant 3.0-litre turbo-diesel that develops 190kW and 580Nm, up from the current 165kW (180kW on overboost) and 550Nm.
The new outputs will allow the Amarok to maintain bragging rights over the X350d which offers 190kW and 550Nm.
Never one to shy away from a tussle, Carlos Santos Volkswagen Group Australia Director of Commercial Vehicles said: “As we’ve promised before, we have no intention of giving up the mantle of the most powerful ute in its class and are looking to offer the upgraded 190kW Amarok V6 later in the year.”
“Amarok continues to be a huge success story for Volkswagen in Australia, winning fans in Birdsville and boardrooms alike.”
“Our current V6 Amarok with 180kW on overboost is no lightweight; proven by the 1:57 and 2:57 laps around Eastern Creek and Mount Panorama set in our apprentice built race car running a standard driveline.”
Initially, the new V6 will be available to Australian buyers in Ultimate guise at a slight premium over the current Ultimate with deliveries to start in Q3 of this year. Prices are yet to be confirmed, however, it’s likely to undercut the Merc.
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