Volkswagen Amarok Ultimate 580 Ute Radio Segment

September 30, 2018 Rob Fraser 4WD Dual Cab Ute Guide, Motoring Minute, Volkswagen Comments Off on Volkswagen Amarok Ultimate 580 Ute Radio Segment

Amarok V6 Ultimate 580 side greenVolkswagen have launched the range topping Amarok V6 Ultimate 580 Ute.

The Amarok 580 competes in the premium end of the Ute segment against the likes of the Toyota Hilux Rugged X and Ford Ranger Raptor.

Loaded with extra features such as 20-inch alloy wheels, redesigned bumper, illuminated side steps, and exclusive Peacock Green paint option. There is also Nappa leather trim and electric heated front seats.

The main story however is that through some clever computer modifications the 3.0L V6 diesel engine  produces a healthy 200kW of power and a stump pulling 580 Nm of torque allowing for relaxed driving, towing and cruising.

Priced from $71,990 plus on road costs the only option is metallic paint at a cost of $610.

The Amarok 580 is suited to those drivers that will spend most of their time on normal roads, with an occasional outback adventure. It makes an excellent towing vehicle as well.

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Rob Fraser – General dogsbody & Director Rob is the founder of the business. He constantly mutters something about way too many red wines one evening being to blame. Often known for taking the 4WD in the driveway over the sports car, he has travelled pretty much everywhere in Australia and when he is bored goes for a drive. He first learned to drive on the farm in a left hand drive WW11 Jeep when he was 11, and was hooked on 4WDriving way back then. In addition to 4WD he is an avid motoring enthusiast and has maintained a strong interest in the industry ever since his teens. He has owned way too many cars in his time as well. Having previously lived at the top of corporate life he retired in 2000 and hasn’t put a suit and tie on since. Cars are his passion so why not have a business doing what you love he figures. He has towed either a caravan or camper trailer to most parts of Australia, has run guided tours for camper trailers’ and instructed drivers in off road towing.
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