Amarok review: VW’s Ford-based pick-up brings class but not value

The second-generation Amarok is big, easy to drive and comfortable, but not as much of a working vehicle as the Fords on which is is based – and it comes with a hefty price-tag, starting at €47,355

Volkswagen's new Amarok pick-up truck

Andrew English
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The first results of Volkswagen’s convoluted agreement with Ford to share rolling chassis and powertrains are this second-generation VW Amarok pick-up.

The new Amarok is based on the Ford Ranger and Ford Tourneo Connect, and all-Ford built in South Africa.