Volkswagen Amarok
The Volkswagen Amarok is a pickup truck that entered production in 2010. It measures 5,520 mm in length and accommodates three seats. The vehicle is powered by a 2.051-litre engine and has a kerb weight of 2,461 kg, with a top speed of 175 km/h. Six recalls have been registered in the EU Safety Gate database for this model.
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen |
|---|---|
| Production | From 2010 |
| Body type | Pickup |
| Fuel | Diesel |
| Engine power | 150 kW (201 hp) |
| CO₂ (WLTP) | 230 g/km |
| Kerb weight | 2,234 kg |
| Displacement | 2,051 cc |
| Top speed | 175 km/h |
| Length | 5,520 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,026 mm |
| Height | 2,028 mm |
| Seats | 3 |
| Doors | 3 |
Engine power, CO₂ and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages across the 1 European country that registered the Volkswagen Amarok in 2024 (1 cars). Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
Generations
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Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 82% of Volkswagen Amaroks pass their MOT test first time, based on 20,367 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
6 recalls recorded in the EU Safety Gate (European market) for the Volkswagen Amarok. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.
- Pickup truckEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
The brake callipers may work loose because their bolts may not have been attached tightly enough to the wheel bearing housing. This may cause the front wheel to jam.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2015-07-03
- Pickup truckEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
Damage to a wire may lead to localised scorching and to the seat moving independently, increasing the risk of losing control over the vehicle.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2019-09-06
- Pickup truckEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2020-10-09
- Pickup truckEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2020-02-07
- Pickup truckEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
A damaged pipe could leak hydraulic oil on to hot components or the brake disk, leading to the risk of a fire or an accident.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2018-01-19
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2026-02-06
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Volkswagen recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the top speed of the Volkswagen Amarok?
- The Volkswagen Amarok has a rated top speed of 175 km/h.
- How much power does the Volkswagen Amarok have?
- The Volkswagen Amarok produces 150 kW (201 hp).
- What are the dimensions of the Volkswagen Amarok?
- The Volkswagen Amarok is 5,520 mm long, 2,026 mm wide and 2,028 mm tall.
- How much does the Volkswagen Amarok weigh?
- The Volkswagen Amarok has a kerb weight of about 2,234 kg.
- What are the CO2 emissions of the Volkswagen Amarok?
- The Volkswagen Amarok emits 230 g/km of CO2 (WLTP).
- How many seats does the Volkswagen Amarok have?
- The Volkswagen Amarok has 3 seats.