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Aug 11, 2023

VW Australia reveals range of accessories for its new Amarok

Noting the amount of money buyers of 4x4 utes are spending on accessories from aftermarket suppliers, VW has jumped in the deep end for a slice of those dollars. Working with some of the key

Noting the amount of money buyers of 4x4 utes are spending on accessories from aftermarket suppliers, VW has jumped in the deep end for a slice of those dollars.

Working with some of the key aftermarket suppliers in the industry including ARB 4x4 Accessories, Redarc Electronics, Narva, Rhino Rack and TRED recovery boards, the vehicle manufacturer has compiled a list of products that are approved and backed for its ute.

All accessories can be fitted by Volkswagen’s 100-plus nationwide dealership network, with a five-year, unlimited kilometre warranty.

While there is a plastic nudge bar up front of the blue PanAmericana ‘concept’ car, VW told 4X4 Australia that there are currently no plans at present for full bull bars for the new model. That nudge bar contains one of Narva’s new EX2 LED lightbars.

An auxiliary switch panel fits in lieu of the sunglasses holder in the roof of the cabin and it includes factory-style switches for items like the lightbar, a winch or other powered accessories.

Amaroks come standard with a 3500kg rated towbar, and extendable towing mirrors will also become part of the accessories range.

Moving down the flanks of the PanAmericana reveals BFGoodrich KO2 all terrain tyres, which are one of a number of non-OEM-fit tyres approved for the Amarok.

The tyres are covered by faux-bolt-on flares manufactured by leading supplier EGR. They will also be available in a smooth finish without the pretend bolts.

The air-intake snorkel was specifically developed for the Amarok to reduce dust intake to the engine; and as it replaces the forward-facing standard air intake at the top of the grille, it should also help to reduce water ingress on river crossings.

Behind the wheels and tyres is a suspension system developed locally with ARB, which gives a 40mm lift in ride height as well as offering different leaf springs at the rear for standard or constant loads.

A Rhino Rack Pioneer platform is fitted to the factory roof rails, and on the platform is a set of TRED recovery boards with AMAROK branding stamped on them. The Amarok TREDs will come in exclusive grey only. There is a selection of roof bars available for mounting a variety of accessories including a RTT.

It is available in either silver or black. An electric roll cover and soft tonneau cover are also available. A set of rails atop the tub sides mount an Amarok-branded hard-shell RTT, while inside the tub a cargo slide makes accessing gear easier.

The white Amarok showcased a new canopy designed by Volkswagen’s own design team specifically for the car. Interestingly the smooth design of the canopy does away with external latches for the lift-up side windows, which are unlocked via a remote button.

The canopy can also be fitted with sliding rather than lift-up side windows, or a combination of one of each on opposing sides. There is also a bracing kit available for the canopy, to allow carrying heavier loads such as a RTT atop it.

While not all inclusive, the range of VW accessories available for Amarok shows the brand recognises what its owners are doing with their vehicls and are serious about equipping the cars to what the owners need.

“Every accessory has been designed with customer lifestyles in mind, and that includes the seamlessness of their purchase, their ability to buy accessories or finance them from the dealership as part of buying their Amarok,”said Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles director, Ryan Davies.

Matt is a 30-year veteran of the auto industry spending the last five as 4x4 Australia editor.