2018 Volkswagen Amarok
The 2018 Volkswagen Amarok 3.0 V6 TDI Highline 4Motion Automatic offers South African buyers a powerful and reliable used bakkie with premium features. Well-maintained and in excellent condition, this vehicle combines performance and practicality, making it an ideal choice for work or leisure.
Powered by a robust 3.0 V6 TDI diesel engine producing 258 horsepower, it features an automatic transmission and 4Motion all-wheel drive for enhanced handling. With a fuel consumption of approximately 10 L/100km, it balances efficiency with performance. The Amarok comfortably seats five across four doors, offering ample space for passengers and cargo. Its durable body type suits versatile South African terrains and demands, making it perfect for both city driving and off-road adventures.
Located in Woodmead East, Midrand, Gauteng, this used Amarok is available now at an affordable price. Interested buyers can arrange a test drive or explore finance deals today. Compare prices and seize the opportunity to buy a reliable, top-condition Volkswagen Amarok for sale in South Africa.
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Volkswagen Amarok
Amarok's always played to a more discerning crowd, squarely gunning for folks who want their double-cab to handle the Fourways commute and still drag a boat to Harties without flinching. On paper at least, it lines up against Ford's Ranger Raptor and the Hilux Legend, but the Amarok leans hard into the premium feel — you get the sense it was built for drivers who care as much about the Monday-morning N1 shuffle as the weekend braai. Diesel rules the roost here, with 2.0 BiTDI and 3.0 TDI V6 options, mostly tied to automatics. Price-wise, Amarok listings range wildly from R219,900 up to R1,329,995, with the bulk around R739,990, so you’ve got a shot whether you’re bargain-hunting or flashing the company card. The fact that dealers are holding 50 new and 69 used units says stock isn’t tricky to find either. Most buyers settle on the 2.0 BiTDI 4Motion Style — it's not hard to see why, with 24 up for grabs between R625,000 and R991,950, fitting that sweet spot for serious users who still want some badge appeal. The V6 Aventura, topping out at R1,329,995, targets a different crowd entirely. Used Amaroks span from 2012 models to nearly-new, with mileage averaging a relatively gentle 59,610 km. That hints at a fair few ex-fleet cars, probably with proper maintenance logs. Where Amarok leaves the Hilux behind is inside: the interior honestly feels more Golf than workhorse, which matters a lot if you spend hours behind the wheel. Resale values stay strong for exactly that reason — it’s what the Amarok should have been from the start.
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Volkswagen has its roots dug deep in South African roads, from the township Polo Vivos battered by city taxi ranks to plush Tiguans parked outside Sandton offices. You don’t see many brands straddling so many worlds, and 1,416 active classifieds — from a R59,500 runabout all the way to a plush R2 million Touareg — prove it’s not just marketing fluff. R374,400 is the middle ground, and that’s where most South Africans are actually shopping: not scraping the barrel, not maxing the credit card, just wanting a good car that’ll last. On paper at least, VW’s lineup makes as much sense for first-timers stretching for a Polo Vivo as it does for a fleet boss buying Transporters or a family wanting a Tiguan. There’s a solid split too: 553 new VWs for those who want factory-fresh, 863 used units for anyone chasing the badge without the fresh sticker price. The Polo Vivo is king of the hill with 327 listings from R96,500, and for a reason — it’s still one of the most attainable hatches with decent space and real parts support. Standard Polo buyers (322 listings, up to R699,995) are after that extra polish: turbo engines, a bit more polish inside, the B-segment sweet spot. If you’re tired of hatchbacks, the T-Cross (from R259,500) is the on-ramp into SUVs. Amarok, meanwhile, starts at R219,900 and stretches into territory most Hilux or Ranger drivers wouldn’t imagine, with a cabin that finally feels its price. Golf’s still here from R79,900 to R1,139,900 — proof that the badge matters to enthusiasts. Hatchbacks are everywhere (421 units), petrol still rules, but VW’s plug-in hybrids are starting to give buyers proper alternatives, especially since most rivals are still catching up on tech.
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