I quickly skimmed through the comments below. Our 2011 BiTDi still a lovely vehicle with manual box and transfer case (Low Range). I cannot understand why Volkswagen of all places here in SA try so hard to push the auto box, though it is an excellent vehicle. For those who don't realise it, the 2L BiTDi is still available with a manual gearbox, transfer case and diff-lock. I did Andre De Villiers' training last year and can truly recommend it. @Freddie Robertson below.... You'll be amazed what the Amatrok is capable of. No its not witchcraft :-D.... Just brilliant engineering! Here is the biggie though.... Australia launched a manual 4Motion with the V6 this year. Common VW South Africa, can we have some sense! I know Andre will agree! Being naughty now....
Hi @Dirk Laubscher. We appreciate you sharing your experience with your #ToughSmart 'Rok. We stand by the quality our manual transmission delivers. We also believe that our auto transmission delivers a similar experience, and has proven to be a popular choice in our market. With this in mind, specifications will differ between markets, but we do our utmost to cater for our customers requirements.
@@amarokcoza Simply chewing on you answer from a month ago. In fact your answer was a very bland answer to a Amarok punter. So straight out then, when are we going to see the V6 manual Amarok in South Africa. It is what we need here. VW Autralia listened to the Ausie Amarok owners. It has been two years now, but in Africa we only have the V6 Auto! It does not make sense! Love my 'Trok
Dear Alastair Thanks for your message, the video was created specifically for NAMPO event in 2020, we don’t have an English version of the video. However you can catch Andre de Villiers and the Amarok in action on Safari 4x4 Roetes TV programme every Mondays at 17:30 on Kyknet channel 144, the programme is hosted in Afrikaans and have English subtitles. Stay Safe
Hey. I am in nz . I own a 550nm amarok. And i love it. But as a off road vehicle i really dont rate it. Obviously i am the problem and not the ute. Here in nz the v6 doesnt come with a rear diff locker. So the other day i had it stuck on a minor incline with wet grass. Its on cooper a/t tires 265 something r20. I am quiet keen to equip it with a e-locker but vw nz won't sell me a genuine set up and haarop doesnt do a e locker. So we are left with arb... .... any advice?
Hi Wilfred. The gear ratio of the reverse is like a normal reverse and the power of the engine is cut to protect the driveline / gearbox. Thus, in soft sand you need to deflate your tyres to 0,8 bar. The Amarok can do a 35 degree incline in first gear with a 1 ton payload and 20 degrees in reverse.
Hi Freddy. Thanks for supporting Amarok! To clarify - The Amarok is equipped with EDL’s , this stands for Electronic Differential locks for the front and rear axle. It works different from a Traction Control system. The EDL will automatically select when one wheel on the axle has lost traction and this function works below 60km/h and below 3000rpm. Thus, no input from the driver and it is controlled by the ECU. The Amarok is also equipped with a Magnetic rear axle differential lock that you can select, the button is positioned next to the gear lever. It's important to note that t
It's important to note that the Amarok is the only bakkie on SA market with EDL functionality. We encourage you to join André de Villiers on one of his Amarok Expert training days. You're welcome to get in touch with him using andre@andre4x4.co.za / 082 800 7743.
@@amarokcoza Thanks I already received a quotation from Acantha and I will most definitely have to attend the training, as it seems like the Amarok has allsorts of witchcraft I clearly know nothing off. :) I have plenty experience offroading but I need to get to know my vehicle and what its capable of. I will be at Seikel 4x4 on Monday the 14th December to fit a dustkit for the tailgate. Looking forward to meeting you guys.
@@amarokcoza quick question, and thanks for the video. I'm in the market for a Amarok. I spoked with my mechanic and he advised me to stay away from auto gearboxes. I have been driving manual's all my life and a bakkie and auto would be a first for me. Would you recommend the auto over the manual and why? I've seen many complaints about the auto problems from models between 2010-2014
Hi@@marschlionoalexander8498. Thanks for your interest in the Amarok! Our Auto model is on par with the Manual. It has a “creeper” gear as first gear and is permanent four wheel drive - the only pickup in the market to feature this. This feature also has enhanced safety benefits in hazardous situations. Sarel van Der Merwe also chooses the Auto over the Manual and says it makes off road "easy". In terms of the reported concerns over this transmissions - we can't comment on these as they each have to be looked at individually, on merit. As the manufacturer, we aren't aware of any prevalent concerns on this gearbox - especially ones that would've warranted a recall. What we can advise is that new Amarok's come with a standard 3 year / 100 000km factory warranty, intended to address any unforeseen concerns on the vehicle that are related to defective parts or components.
Hi Selemela. Thanks for your interest in our courses. You’re welcome to book an off-road course with our Driving Academy. More info and the contact details are available on our website: www.vw.co.za/en/volkswagen-experience/driving-academy.html.
Hi Brunmore. Thanks for stopping by. A 4x2 wouldn't have as much grip and the same level of performance, on or off-road as a 4x4 /4MOTION® Amarok. It would however be best to feel and experience the difference firsthand.
It depends on the terrain. Obviously in soft sand, steep inclines and mud, the 4x2 will struggle. I’ve taken my 4x2 Amarok biTdi to places like Anysberg, Where the roads are quite bad and not once did it struggle. 4x4 will always beat 4x2 off road though.
Hi Siraaj. Thank you for taking this up with us. We're not aware of a prevalent concern like this on the Amarok. Should you experience any on concerns on your vehicle, we suggest getting in touch with your local Volkswagen Dealer in order for them to assess your vehicle.
Hi Johnny. Thanks for sharing your interest with Amarok. We stand by the quality of our manual and automatic transmissions. We also believe that our auto transmission delivers a similar experience, and has proven to be a popular choice in our market. With this in mind, it will depend on your own preference. We suggest that you book a test drive to help with your decision.
Dit hang af waarvoor jy die Amarok gaan gebruik. As jy baie off road gaan ry, dan koop die manual. Die auto is net so goed off road, maar die manual 4x4 is beter.
Brilliant vehicle with brilliant explanations! Thanks Mr Andre 👍I can’t wait to get into my V6 soon.
I quickly skimmed through the comments below. Our 2011 BiTDi still a lovely vehicle with manual box and transfer case (Low Range). I cannot understand why Volkswagen of all places here in SA try so hard to push the auto box, though it is an excellent vehicle. For those who don't realise it, the 2L BiTDi is still available with a manual gearbox, transfer case and diff-lock. I did Andre De Villiers' training last year and can truly recommend it. @Freddie Robertson below.... You'll be amazed what the Amatrok is capable of. No its not witchcraft :-D.... Just brilliant engineering!
Here is the biggie though.... Australia launched a manual 4Motion with the V6 this year. Common VW South Africa, can we have some sense! I know Andre will agree! Being naughty now....
Hi @Dirk Laubscher. We appreciate you sharing your experience with your #ToughSmart 'Rok. We stand by the quality our manual transmission delivers. We also believe that our auto transmission delivers a similar experience, and has proven to be a popular choice in our market. With this in mind, specifications will differ between markets, but we do our utmost to cater for our customers requirements.
@@amarokcoza Simply chewing on you answer from a month ago. In fact your answer was a very bland answer to a Amarok punter.
So straight out then, when are we going to see the V6 manual Amarok in South Africa. It is what we need here. VW Autralia listened to the Ausie Amarok owners. It has been two years now, but in Africa we only have the V6 Auto!
It does not make sense!
Love my 'Trok
Het die video geniet. Subscribed.
Ek dink Andre sal 'n beter aanbieder wees (en minder slim anglisismis gebruik) as hy eers so vyf brandewyne in het.
Can you do one in English please
Dear Alastair
Thanks for your message, the video was created specifically for NAMPO event in 2020, we don’t have an English version of the video. However you can catch Andre de Villiers and the Amarok in action on Safari 4x4 Roetes TV programme every Mondays at 17:30 on Kyknet channel 144, the programme is hosted in Afrikaans and have English subtitles. Stay Safe
Hey. I am in nz . I own a 550nm amarok. And i love it. But as a off road vehicle i really dont rate it. Obviously i am the problem and not the ute. Here in nz the v6 doesnt come with a rear diff locker. So the other day i had it stuck on a minor incline with wet grass. Its on cooper a/t tires 265 something r20.
I am quiet keen to equip it with a e-locker but vw nz won't sell me a genuine set up and haarop doesnt do a e locker. So we are left with arb... .... any advice?
Amarok papa
Please clear up the reversing issues in soft sand or inclines.. Rumor has it that it's high revs no action
Hi Wilfred. The gear ratio of the reverse is like a normal reverse and the power of the engine is cut to protect the driveline / gearbox. Thus, in soft sand you need to deflate your tyres to 0,8 bar. The Amarok can do a 35 degree incline in first gear with a 1 ton payload and 20 degrees in reverse.
Front and rear difflock?? Not sure if that is correct? My 2018 Bitdi has a button only for the rear difflock?
Hi Freddy. Thanks for supporting Amarok! To clarify - The Amarok is equipped with EDL’s , this stands for Electronic Differential locks for the front and rear axle. It works different from a Traction Control system.
The EDL will automatically select when one wheel on the axle has lost traction and this function works below 60km/h and below 3000rpm. Thus, no input from the driver and it is controlled by the ECU. The Amarok is also equipped with a Magnetic rear axle differential lock that you can select, the button is positioned next to the gear lever. It's important to note that t
It's important to note that the Amarok is the only bakkie on SA market with EDL functionality. We encourage you to join André de Villiers on one of his Amarok Expert training days. You're welcome to get in touch with him using andre@andre4x4.co.za / 082 800 7743.
@@amarokcoza Thanks I already received a quotation from Acantha and I will most definitely have to attend the training, as it seems like the Amarok has allsorts of witchcraft I clearly know nothing off. :) I have plenty experience offroading but I need to get to know my vehicle and what its capable of. I will be at Seikel 4x4 on Monday the 14th December to fit a dustkit for the tailgate. Looking forward to meeting you guys.
@@amarokcoza quick question, and thanks for the video. I'm in the market for a Amarok. I spoked with my mechanic and he advised me to stay away from auto gearboxes. I have been driving manual's all my life and a bakkie and auto would be a first for me. Would you recommend the auto over the manual and why? I've seen many complaints about the auto problems from models between 2010-2014
Hi@@marschlionoalexander8498. Thanks for your interest in the Amarok! Our Auto model is on par with the Manual. It has a “creeper” gear as first gear and is permanent four wheel drive - the only pickup in the market to feature this. This feature also has enhanced safety benefits in hazardous situations. Sarel van Der Merwe also chooses the Auto over the Manual and says it makes off road "easy". In terms of the reported concerns over this transmissions - we can't comment on these as they each have to be looked at individually, on merit. As the manufacturer, we aren't aware of any prevalent concerns on this gearbox - especially ones that would've warranted a recall. What we can advise is that new Amarok's come with a standard 3 year / 100 000km factory warranty, intended to address any unforeseen concerns on the vehicle that are related to defective parts or components.
Hello Andre. Where can I book one of your offroad courses?
Hi Selemela. Thanks for your interest in our courses. You’re welcome to book an off-road course with our Driving Academy. More info and the contact details are available on our website: www.vw.co.za/en/volkswagen-experience/driving-academy.html.
How does the 4x2 perform of road
Hi Brunmore. Thanks for stopping by. A 4x2 wouldn't have as much grip and the same level of performance, on or off-road as a 4x4 /4MOTION® Amarok. It would however be best to feel and experience the difference firsthand.
It depends on the terrain. Obviously in soft sand, steep inclines and mud, the 4x2 will struggle. I’ve taken my 4x2 Amarok biTdi to places like Anysberg, Where the roads are quite bad and not once did it struggle. 4x4 will always beat 4x2 off road though.
Does Amarok have reverse issue?
Hi Siraaj. Thank you for taking this up with us. We're not aware of a prevalent concern like this on the Amarok. Should you experience any on concerns on your vehicle, we suggest getting in touch with your local Volkswagen Dealer in order for them to assess your vehicle.
Out of my experience .. yes it has under heavy load
Hi Andre ek will vra tussen n manual amarok en n automatic water ene is beter ek will vir my ene koop.
Hi Johnny. Thanks for sharing your interest with Amarok. We stand by the quality of our manual and automatic transmissions. We also believe that our auto transmission delivers a similar experience, and has proven to be a popular choice in our market. With this in mind, it will depend on your own preference. We suggest that you book a test drive to help with your decision.
Dit hang af waarvoor jy die Amarok gaan gebruik. As jy baie off road gaan ry, dan koop die manual. Die auto is net so goed off road, maar die manual 4x4 is beter.
Maar die v6 kom mos net in automatic?
Hi Johnny. That's correct, the V6 Amarok is only available in automatic.