Is the new Ford Ranger quicker than the outgoing V6 Volkswagen Amarok? We lined them up, side-by-side, to find out.
Ford Ranger vs Volkswagen Amarok Comparison
Ford Ranger
Volkswagen Amarok
How they stack...
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CarExpert's Take
- Superb V6 powertrain
- Great to drive
- Some great tech inclusions
- Expensive, and prices keep rising
- Back seat space a bit limited
- Tray roller cover eats into space
- Superb technology that all works
- Attractive styling, inside and out
- Smooth, responsive powertrain
- Less user-friendly interior than Ranger
- No rear USB outlets or app connectivity
- A bit pricey
Standard Features
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
Wireless phone charger | ||
Powered tailgate | ||
Rear air vents | ||
Adaptive cruise control | ||
Climate control | ||
Reversing sensors | ||
Reversing camera | ||
Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Canopy (+$4,500)
- Prestige Paint (+$700)
- Tow Pack (+$1,900)
- Metallic Paint (+$990)
- Savona Leather Interior (+$3,100)
Colours Available
Ford is giving its gen-two Ranger and Ranger Raptor a handful of colours including some brilliant bright colours for the alter, including one exclusive to the flagship ute.
However, if you like 50 shades of grey – or, in this case, three – you’ll still have some options that’ll suit.
The colour palette comprises the following:
- Absolute Black
- Aluminium
- Arctic White
- Blue Lightning
- Meteor Grey
- Sedona Orange
- Luxe Yellow (Wildtrak only)
- Code Orange (Raptor only)
- Conquer Grey (Raptor only)
While options and pricing haven’t been confirmed yet, we know the Amarok will be available in eight exterior colours including one colour unique to VW.
- Frozen White
- Agate Black metallic
- Blue Lightning metallic
- Carbonised Grey metallic
- Lucid Red metallic
- Moondust Silver metallic
- Diffused Silver metallic
- Moroccan Blue metallic (unique to Volkswagen)
Comparison
Reviews
The Ford Ranger WIldtrak V6 could be the sweet spot for those who want a ute that does the ‘dual purpose’ thing better than anything else.
Matt Campbell
The Volkswagen Amarok remains an impressive ute even with the less powerful bi-turbo diesel four-cylinder engine.
William Stopford
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Specs
Type | ||
BI TURBO CDI, TURBO CDI, TWIN TURBO DIR F/INJ | BI TURBO CDI, TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, TURBO CDI | |
Size (cc) | ||
1996 - 2990 | 1996 - 2993 | |
Size (L) | ||
2.0L, 3.0L | 2.0L, 2.3L, 3.0L | |
Induction | ||
BI TURBO DIESEL 4, DIESEL TURBO V6, DIESEL TURBO 4, TWIN TURBO V6 | BI TURBO DIESEL 4, TURBO 4, DIESEL TURBO V6, DIESEL TURBO 4 | |
Camshaft | ||
DUAL OVERHEAD CAM, VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM, VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
16 | 12 - 24 | |
Power | ||
125kW - 292kW | 125kW - 222kW | |
Power RPM | ||
3250 - 5650 | 3250 - 5900 | |
Torque | ||
405Nm - 600Nm | 405Nm - 600Nm | |
Torque RPM | ||
1750 | 1750 - 3350 | |
Bore Stroke | ||
- | - | |
Compression Ratio | ||
15.8 - 16.3 | 10 - 16.5 |