Yes.
VW Amarok pick-up (2010)
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Yes.
I wouldn't. While it may be new, it's too small to do any real work out of it. It wont have the hauling capabilities of the Toyota's or Ford's or any other real trucks and will cost more. With the new engines out and the one's coming out this will just be another waist. Look at the Ford sport track, same thing different maker. If you want a well built small 4dr pickup, you can't go wrong with a toyota.
Only because they purchased a couple of smaller companies.
I would still consider the Amarok over anything else because the interior quality is lightyears ahead of anything else in the small truck market and it will get better gas mileage. On wait there is nothing in the small truck market anymore besides the ancient Ranger. Tacoma, Frontier, Colorado/Canyon, Dakota, and the Sport Trac which is a Explore with a pickup bed have gotten way to big for my needs. They are basically the size of fullsize pickups from the 60s to the 80s. This will fit it my needs just right. Bigger and gas guzzler are not always better.
+1
If you want practicallity and utility go with the Tacoma. If you want a few more creature comforts go for the Frontier. I looked at both, the wife and I decided we liked the Frontier better (felt more 'refined') but couldn't get it in a 6-speed so we got the Tacoma. 7000 miles later I don't think I could be happier.
Sorry, a 4 ft bed is just useless, and in my opinion, trucks shouldn't have four doors outside of access cabs for those times when you HAVE to have more than two people in the truck. This looks more like something catered to the Ridgeline community and not to those actually seeking a truck for its intended purpose. Even so, like what has been said, people will buy it nonetheless because of the VW name and the 'chic factor' of having a VW truck.
My parents had a 00 Tacoma and when Toyota bought it back they looked at the new Tacomas. My father was less then happy with the Tacoma and especially when he started researching that the current Tacoma could have rusting frames. He went and bought a loaded 09 Chevy Silverado Z71 extended cab for less than the a extended cab 4WD Tacoma. I like the Tacoma but will not buy one because I feel they are overpriced. Each there own really.
Agreed. The biggest complaints I've heard of the new Tacomas is actually that they are too "soft" and that it seems Toyota made them more of a daily driver. My big requirement was the manual transimission, which simply isn't offered by Ford or GM (in decent trim levels). On the other hand, I ended up picking up a 4x4 Tacoma in SR5 trim (not a TRD model) and I know I paid less than I would have for a comparable Silverado, F150, etc. Now I know those are considered full-sized, but their mid-sized trucks (Colorado, Ranger) just aren't up to par with with Toyota's and Nissan's.
I agree with you that the Americans do not compare with the Japanese. I think Toyota has fallen from grace.
Their cars, SUV's, etc - yes, but I will disagree when it comes to their trucks (Tacoma and Tundra). The Ford Ranger is pretty much the only cheaper, more utiliarian medium truck you can find (and also comes with a manual option) but the current design is so outdated it's scary. If the new Ranger were out for the '10 MY I would have definitely been looking at those.
Toyota has always had rusting problems. You're right though, to each their own. I just don't see it selling well. But that's not to say that the people that do buy it won't be happy with it.
But I can say this. I have a old chevy and I can still fit a new toyota in the back. lol
You would think Yota would have addressed it's rust issue years ago. Even the Tundras are being inspected for rusting frames now. The VW Amarok will appeal to the people that are accustom to high end and premium cars.
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That TDI has some serious twist
VW will have to sell 100,000 Amaroks to bring the pickup to the U.S.
Earlier this month,Volkswagen took the wraps off of its new 2011 Amarok pickup. The model goes on sale next year in key markets including South America, South Africa and Australia. Europe will also get the Amarok in the second half of 2010. But what about the United States?
According to President and CEO of the Volkswagen Group of America Stefan Jacoby, the company will have to “sell at least 100,000 Amarok pickups to make it feasible.”
Jacoby said that the compact pickup segment faces too many challenges, making the Amarok an unlikely candidate for the stateside.
As PickupTrucks.com points out, only the Toyota Tacoma is able to reach a volume above 100,00 units. Through November, Toyota has sold 102,327 Tacomas. Ford Ranger comes in second with only 51,097 units sold year-to-date.
Earlier this month,Volkswagen took the wraps off of its new 2011 Amarok pickup. The model goes on sale next year in key markets including South America, South Africa and Australia. Europe will also get the Amarok in the second half of 2010. But what about the United States?
According to President and CEO of the Volkswagen Group of America Stefan Jacoby, the company will have to “sell at least 100,000 Amarok pickups to make it feasible.”
Jacoby said that the compact pickup segment faces too many challenges, making the Amarok an unlikely candidate for the stateside.
As PickupTrucks.com points out, only the Toyota Tacoma is able to reach a volume above 100,00 units. Through November, Toyota has sold 102,327 Tacomas. Ford Ranger comes in second with only 51,097 units sold year-to-date.
First Drive: VW Amarok
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A pick-up from Volkswagen? Yes, really... and weve driven it first!
Its been a long time since Volkswagen went for honours in the pick-up market. Remember the Taro from the late Eighties? Essentially it was a Toyota Hilux with different badges, and it never sold in big numbers.
Now VW has returned to the fray with the Amarok. The name comes from the Inuit for wolf, and the firm hopes its newcomer will change its lacklustre history in the class.
VW is aiming to tempt drivers of the Nissan Navara and Mitsubishi L200, and the Amarok is unique in the pick-up sector by being the only model that has been designed and engineered in Europe. VW has high hopes for its newcomer
to be a sales success. Likely customers will be those looking for something more refined and upmarket than is currently on offer. The plan is to impress those after a luxurious interior and fine road manners.
This top-spec four-door five-seater double-cab Highline version suggests this aim is easily attainable. Its 163bhp 2.0-litre common-rail diesel offers strong performance, while selectable four-wheel drive adds go-anywhere ability and great fuel economy benefits. The system is user-friendly, too. All you need to do is press a button on the console to engage all four wheels.
Even on rough-looking roads the Amarok rides surprisingly smoothly. Through demanding bends it handles competently, too. From behind the wheel, noise levels are decent and theres no lack of pace, but the gearchange is slightly clunky on the six-speed transmission.
Interior features include front and side airbags, climate control and an MP3-compatible radio/CD player with six speakers. The rear side windows are tinted, too, although the leather trim of our test car costs extra. The cab is roomy up front, and this Highline version gets a rear bench with a trio of three-point seatbelts and head-restraints.
Off-road the Amarok outperforms its key rivals. Most have 2.5-litre diesels, but VWs 2.0-litre can match them for power and torque. Another plus point is an ABS system that cuts in more gently on loose surfaces. This enables a mound of gravel to build up ahead of the front wheels, which helps to bring the vehicle to a drama-free halt. The Amarok is also available in two-wheel drive, or can be ordered with permanent instead of selectable four-wheel-drive. A two-door single-cab version will debut next year, as well as a more fuel-efficient 122bhp variant of the 2.0-litre diesel.
Rival: Mitsubishi L200
The Japanese firm's L200 is the pick-up to beat in the UK. And the range has been extended with the addition of a double-cab and a longer cargo bed.
Now VW has returned to the fray with the Amarok. The name comes from the Inuit for wolf, and the firm hopes its newcomer will change its lacklustre history in the class.
VW is aiming to tempt drivers of the Nissan Navara and Mitsubishi L200, and the Amarok is unique in the pick-up sector by being the only model that has been designed and engineered in Europe. VW has high hopes for its newcomer
to be a sales success. Likely customers will be those looking for something more refined and upmarket than is currently on offer. The plan is to impress those after a luxurious interior and fine road manners.
This top-spec four-door five-seater double-cab Highline version suggests this aim is easily attainable. Its 163bhp 2.0-litre common-rail diesel offers strong performance, while selectable four-wheel drive adds go-anywhere ability and great fuel economy benefits. The system is user-friendly, too. All you need to do is press a button on the console to engage all four wheels.
Even on rough-looking roads the Amarok rides surprisingly smoothly. Through demanding bends it handles competently, too. From behind the wheel, noise levels are decent and theres no lack of pace, but the gearchange is slightly clunky on the six-speed transmission.
Interior features include front and side airbags, climate control and an MP3-compatible radio/CD player with six speakers. The rear side windows are tinted, too, although the leather trim of our test car costs extra. The cab is roomy up front, and this Highline version gets a rear bench with a trio of three-point seatbelts and head-restraints.
Off-road the Amarok outperforms its key rivals. Most have 2.5-litre diesels, but VWs 2.0-litre can match them for power and torque. Another plus point is an ABS system that cuts in more gently on loose surfaces. This enables a mound of gravel to build up ahead of the front wheels, which helps to bring the vehicle to a drama-free halt. The Amarok is also available in two-wheel drive, or can be ordered with permanent instead of selectable four-wheel-drive. A two-door single-cab version will debut next year, as well as a more fuel-efficient 122bhp variant of the 2.0-litre diesel.
Rival: Mitsubishi L200
The Japanese firm's L200 is the pick-up to beat in the UK. And the range has been extended with the addition of a double-cab and a longer cargo bed.
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if it came to the states, i'd buy it 
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