The beautiful thing about a double cab is that you never have to think about your vehicle when considering what you want to do. It's ready for any adventure. I have the previous generation Ranger with the 3.2. Converted to a double cab 5 years ago. If I have my way, I will never own anything but a double cab. I don't mind the "slow" performance. Drive them on the torque and they are very satisfying. Overtaking, even with a trailer, on the highway is so easy, just push the gas pedal.

@dawoodparuk6944

24 күн бұрын

Could have said it better myself

@dietmargl9501

24 күн бұрын

I hated double cab bakkies, until I bought one. Will never go back to any normal vehicle. They are so versatile in any situation.

@mjngp

24 күн бұрын

I was thinking of getting myself the Mazda BT 50 version of the Ford Ranger you talking about 3.2 TDCI SLE I think

@Nellie-H

23 күн бұрын

@@mjngp I have the Mazda (Ford) BT-50 with a 3.2 and auto. Now Isuzu is the base for the new BT-50.

@mjngp

23 күн бұрын

@@Nellie-H I'm planning on getting one during September, I like the quirkiness of it , it looks like it's smiling unlike conventional bakkies macho look

Loving my Pan Am V6, got 34,000km on it and no issues! Best bakkie you can buy in 2024.

@user-yj7rz5lf4s

23 күн бұрын

Would you really expect issues at 34k kms in any vehicle?

@funkdunk

23 күн бұрын

​@@user-yj7rz5lf4sAbsolutely if you own a GMW P-series for example...my mate has 2 and both have given him endless trouble...

@funkdunk

23 күн бұрын

Wow thats allot of mileage, you must really be enjoying it, my 2002 Corolla has only done 143000 km since new...I am looking at the Amarok

@lesediseemela9856

20 күн бұрын

Not sure it's the best one but it's up there for sure. 😊

@erichweggelaar1320

10 күн бұрын

Fully agree. Best by far

Another great review, thank you.

I never knew Vw sold Ford's, I will still keep my old amarok v6. Old German technology

@LSGTVSA

24 күн бұрын

Ford builds VW Amarok Bakkies.

@dietmargl9501

24 күн бұрын

Fully agree with you, Ford Amarok, I don't think so. Your old Amarok is still pure VW. Good choice.

@Nellie-H

23 күн бұрын

@@dietmargl9501 The average Volkswagen is put together with parts from about 30 different Countries! Pure & German. LOL

@KingJasonthe1st

23 күн бұрын

And nobody I know wants to own an old Amarok, just like a BMW or any other old German car, it's a ticking time bomb with the electronics. That's coming from an ex- BMW fanboy, owned two myself.

@steven-kh3qc

20 күн бұрын

​@dietmargl9501 very few vehicles are "pure " their brands these days...the early Polos, for example, were rebadged Seat vehicles...VW are criminals though, so a VW that isn't a VW is worthy of my interest.

The wear on the driver seat bolster and the window rubber seal hanging is a bit concerning.

@SDav21

23 күн бұрын

It is clearly a Ford. Fords have poor build quality. The previous gen Amarok didn't have these issues.

@XITSONGABombaMugaza

22 күн бұрын

My uncle had the previous generation Ranger, I encountered that problem a lot of times

That driver's side window rubber seal, at the top, that was bulging during the test was bugging me the whole time! Probably also why there was wind noise...faulty rubber seal or was I mistaken???

@landrovanderwalt3841

24 күн бұрын

Yeah, I saw that too… and equally bothered me. Also that wiggly armrest cover… Bad quality/fitment from this Amaranger!

@masterq2.033

22 күн бұрын

Thanks , now it bothers me as well.

@tshephangsithole750

16 сағат бұрын

Congratulations, you just made me get irritated by this now😅

Battle to overtake on the highway? In a new generation bakkie? Any brand? No way!

Someone asked here in the comments feed whether you're paid for the review. Wnether you are or not, this is a good review and well balanced. I am busy researching "bakkies" at the moment for a client who wants to buy a few (hundred) and the Style (after this review) has been added to the list. In the looks department the Amorok wins hands down, we are looking at aftermarket service and my experience with Ford hasn't been great. They were keen to throw me under the proverbial bus until I got hold of the SA MD ,it all improved from there on. The Chinese bakkies aren't on the list. Toyota is with their Hilux, however its older generation technology, styling has improved since launch though. Isuzu is on the list. New Triton too...an improvement over the outgoing model but also a box whereas the Amarok has got style. There's also an annoying camera in the new Triton which the Ozzie reviewers aren't pleased with. I am not sure whether we will have it here. Isuzu's aftermarket service is decent so is Toyota plus they have the best dealer network across SA. So does Ford for that matter. VW also has too but not as prolific as Ford, Isuzu and Toyota.

excellent tip

The roller shutter thing - it’s not the only solution on the back, and it’s actually quite limiting because if you have it, it eats into the space in the back. There are foldable covers that are secure and much more versatile, but given dealership markups, I think it’s better to buy the blank canvas and figure a solution out for yourself.

@lesediseemela9856

20 күн бұрын

Roller shutters can be limiting but they better than tanu covers. They provide a bakkie boot of some sort and you can store your more personal items.

@KabirDhupelia

20 күн бұрын

@@lesediseemela9856 you get foldable, lockable tonneau covers like the tonneau king ones. They’re half the price of the roller ones and you don’t lose any space. Not bashing the roller shutter, just saying it’s not the only solution, they all have different pros and cons. Roller shutters are the most well marketed option though

@lesediseemela9856

20 күн бұрын

@@KabirDhupelia the ones I’ve seen aren’t as secure, but I get your point Kabir.

Going 15,000km between oil changes on a diesel is insane. But, the manufacturers recommend that so that you can buy a new one soon after the warranty expires, and the motor is sludged up. 🙄

This is SA boss you must lock the wheels frame and saddle to the bakkie lol

Personally maybe its just preference but ford did amarok dirty with this version 💯. The 2018/19 amarok v6 was the one.

Have you ever rewiewed the 4.0 v6 hilug legend 2024, would like to know how it performs

The Clone Ranger. Put the ranger tub on. The old VW TDI V6 (With a dpf,Egr delete and stage 1 remap) and ZF 8sp. Drop the gawdy gear knob. Put propper twist buttons on the aircon controls and cup holders from the Ranger. Then I would look at get one.

I would like to buy the wildtrak and keep it in my village. I will only drive it when i visit on holidays. I would not prefer anyone driving the car in my absence too. Will it not give me problems with the long periods of not driving it.

Should have tested it with the maximum allowed low to get accurate fuel consumption and strain on the suspension and drive train.

Also, security is an issue in a bakkie because you are leaving stuff on the back seat where it can be seen and easily stolen. Most people who buy bakkies don't even use the utility part of it. I don't get it. And they drive much worse than an SUV and use more fuel.

Nice bakkie this one, In my car I put a laptop bag under my seat from rear passenger doors. I just don't understand why this it does not get 4A. That's my only cry

This is AmaFord now 😂

This AMAFORD is beautiful

@salmonstone2358

24 күн бұрын

I coined that term first 😂😂😂 I posted it on their LinkedIn 😅

Would buy the prev gen Extreme instead..amd its not even close

Careful with the way you take your hands off the stearing whilst driving , if you ever in an accident, people will think that you weren't holding the steering

The self repairing is definitely a thing, my Polo did that a number of times.

@rudzyeli

21 күн бұрын

True 😅😅 my vw TCross has scratches that just disappeared

'then I get my South African proof lock' 💀

Some say the only interior part carried over from the Ford Ranger is the armrest. 😅

I still can't believe its based on the Ford Ranger. I think it looked better when it was all Volkswagen's work on the Amarok.

Your review is more about a "bakkie" than about the Amarok. The price difference between the Amarok and the Ranger, is mostly due to the service plans.

Watching the Amarok video on my 2 phones😁

Keep on making videos like this😅

Does VW develop its own chassis for the Amerok.?? Interior looks dated😅

RS4 Competition is lighter. Maybe why the breaks feel better?

@adhirsingh8614

23 күн бұрын

Bro, this isn't CarWow lol🤣

@MyPaballo

18 күн бұрын

@@adhirsingh8614 lol the weed was definitely strong that day.

@adhirsingh8614

18 күн бұрын

@@MyPaballo it happens😅👉

In Zambia 🇿🇲 if they cant steal the bike they steal the towel instead 😂😂

@lithayapi868

24 күн бұрын

😂😂😂😂😂😂

@Stura_tv

22 күн бұрын

@@labourlawact7826 i think its just an African thing :)

I also would prefer an SUV, nothing wrong with the bakkie but an SUV seems way better 😅

AmaRanger

Nice VW with a few FORD glitches.

@mso8190

24 күн бұрын

Nice Ford with VW glitches.

I don’t like them either. Very long car, but not that much rear passenger space and the load bed too small for bikes to fit in securely. SUV or estate car makes more sense for a leisure car

Ford ranger with lipstick 💄

@brayton6683

23 күн бұрын

The ranger is much more better looking

Are long term reviews on this channel paid for reviews from the vehicle manufacturers ?????

D-Max any day, everyday...

It's a Leisure Vehicle.... Good for Garden Refuse and Transporting MTB's. Won't Last 6 months as Workhorse ( Even if there are Workhorse Models ). It is Exactly what it is, for the Soft...Can't Work...or get your own VW/Ford Mechanic on Standby when going up in Africa. Nice Vid Ash. ✌

Hate the new intro. Need the old Ciro " Dream search drive" and then onto the video

Volkswagen getting more and more renowned for their Auto Gearboxes going bang... Na, Ford for me. LOL! Let's hope the Amarok sticks with it's Ford inherited gearbox and that Ford does not learn anything about automatic (DSG) gearboxes from Volkswagen.

Not really much more economical than the v6.

Your wife’s towel?💀

its a ford so no unless its got a vw diesel in it then no from a tiguan owner

Can you please donate me your bike 🥹🥹🥹🥹

Way way over priced! At 650k it would be something....

Its a mans car.

The build and interior quality of this new Amarok is so bad and a huge step down from the previous model. I don't understand why VW used Ford who is not known for building the best quality cars. Even the previous gen V6 diesel was way better and faster. German vs American engineering. The previous Amarok was so good so why did they need Ford? They could have just updated the previous one.

Its not a bakkie its a bakkietjie bakkies are longwheelbase workhorses not groceries getters

The ford part is the mistake,now i dislike vw

your laptop bag analysis kinda lacks creative thinking

This seriously looks terrible