Volkswagen Amarok, 2016–2020

Volkswagen Amarok 1st generation, facelift specifications

The Volkswagen Amarok 1st generation, facelift was built from 2016 to 2020. This page lists all 8 versions (pickup) with 138–255 hp and 340–580 Nm of torque.

138–255 hp
Power (103–190 kW)
340–580 Nm
Torque (251–428 lb-ft)
7.3–13.7 s
0–100 km/h (fastest to slowest version)
207 km/h
Highest top speed (129 mph)

All versions

From least to most powerful. Figures are manufacturer claims and vary by market and model year.

Power, torque and performance for each version of the Volkswagen Amarok 1st generation, facelift.
VersionEnginePowerTorque0–100 km/hTop speedGearboxDrive
2.0 TDI MT 4Motion DoubleCab pickup2.0 litre diesel138 hp 103 kW340 Nm13.7 s161 km/hManual, 6-speedAll wheel drive
2.0 biTDI AT 4Motion DoubleCab pickup2.0 litre diesel177 hp 132 kW420 Nm10.9 s179 km/hAutomatic, 8-speedAll wheel drive
2.0 biTDI MT 4Motion DoubleCab pickup2.0 litre diesel177 hp 132 kW420 Nm11.3 s174 km/hManual, 6-speedAll wheel drive
3.0 AT DoubleCab pickup3.0 litre diesel221 hp 165 kW550 Nm7.9 s193 km/hAutomatic, 8-speedAll wheel drive
3.0 TDI AT 4Motion DoubleCab pickup3.0 litre diesel221 hp 165 kW550 Nm7.9 s193 km/hAutomatic, 8-speedAll wheel drive
3.0 AT DoubleCab pickup3.0 litre diesel255 hp 190 kW580 Nm7.3 s207 km/hAutomatic, 8-speedAll wheel drive
3.0 AT DoubleCab pickup3.0 litre diesel—500 Nm9.1 s184 km/hAutomatic, 8-speedAll wheel drive
3.0 MT DoubleCab pickup3.0 litre diesel—500 Nm8.3 s193 km/hManual, 6-speedAll wheel drive

Dimensions and weight

Typical values for the 1st generation, facelift, pickup.
Length5,254 mm207 in
Width1,954 mm77 in
Height1,834 mm72 in
Wheelbase3,097 mm122 in
Ground clearance192 mm8 in
Kerb weight1,968–2,241 kg4,339–4,941 lb
Boot space2,520 litres89 cu ft
Seats5
Turning circle13 m43 ft
Fuel tank80 litres21 US gal

Questions about the Volkswagen Amarok 1st generation, facelift

What is the most powerful Volkswagen Amarok 1st generation, facelift?

The 3.0 AT doublecab pickup, with 255 hp (190 kW) and 580 Nm of torque.

How fast is the Volkswagen Amarok 1st generation, facelift from 0 to 100 km/h?

The quickest version, the 3.0 AT doublecab pickup, takes 7.3 seconds; the slowest takes 13.7 seconds. 0–60 mph is about 0.3 seconds quicker than 0–100 km/h.

What engines does the Volkswagen Amarok 1st generation, facelift have?

Engines from 2.0 to 3.0 litres, running on diesel. The table above lists the power, torque and gearbox of each version.

How big is the Volkswagen Amarok 1st generation, facelift?

About 5,254 mm long, 1,954 mm wide and 1,834 mm tall (207 in long), weighing 1,968–2,241 kg. Figures vary slightly by body style.

Every Volkswagen Amarok generation

  1. 1st generation 2010–2016
  2. 1st generation, facelift 2016–2020
  3. 2nd generation 2022–present

Volkswagen Amarok overview: current engines, dimensions and markets

Sources: manufacturer data for each version. Figures are manufacturer claims and vary by market, model year and equipment.