There's a special edition of the VW Amarok in town

With over 30,000 Volkswagen Amaroks sold in South Africa since launch in 2010, Volkswagen has added a special edition Amarok, the Dark Label.

Why is it called the Dark Label?

From the outside the special edition Amarok Dark Label distinguishes itself from the rest of the Amarok range through the locally-sourced MAXE matte black styling bar with 'Amarok' lettering, door handles and exterior mirrors in matte black, matte black highlight front protection grille with dark chrome lacquered ledges, tinted rear windows, blacked-out B-pillars, black side sills, 'Dark Label' décor film on the sides, smoked taillights and new 18-inch 'Rawson' alloy wheels.

Inside the Amarok Dark Label, the new black 'Greenhouse' headlining, Vienna leather seats, silk glance chrome air vent borders and floor mats embroidered with 'Dark Label' lettering continue the design theme of this special model.

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Functional and standard features of the Amarok Dark Label include bi-xenon headlights with LED daytime running lights, front and rear park distance control, tyre pressure monitor, 'Plus' multi-function onboard computer, 'Composition Media' infotainment system, app-connect with voice control and multi-function steering wheel.

A comprehensive list of safety equipment comes as standard on the special edition Amarok, including on and offroad Electronic Stabilisation Programme and Volkswagen’s award-winning Automatic Post-Collision Braking System which can reduce the chance or severity of a secondary accident in the event of a collision.

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Additionally, the Amarok Dark Label can be customised with the following optional features; seat heating (winter package), increased GVM/ heavy duty suspension, rear view camera, climatronic air-conditioning, 'Discover Media' infotainment system (including Satnav) as well as rubber floor covering for the cab and passenger compartment.

With a length of 5.25m and a width of 2.23m, including the mirrors, the Amarok presents an aggressive stance and offers everything that could be expected from a rugged bakkie. The volumous loading area of the Amarok Dark Label is wide enough to accommodate a Euro pallet placed sideways.

Under the skin, the Amarok’s powerhouse is the tried and tested 2.0 BiTDi engine which generates 132kW from 4,000 rpm and 420Nm of torque from 1,500 to 2,000 rpm. The engine is paired with a class-leading 8-speed automatic transmission and permanent 4Motion four-wheel drive system. The Amarok Dark Label completes the zero to 100km/h sprint in 11.3 seconds and has a top speed of 179km/h. It has an average fuel consumption of 8.5 litres per 100kilometres. The Amarok Dark Label has a fuel tank capacity of 80 litres.

Pricing, service and warranty

Amarok Dark Label Recommended Retail Price (Vat and emissions tax included)

  • Amarok Dark Label 2.0 BiTDI 132kW 4otion Auto is priced at R674,600 and comes standard with 3 year/100,000 km manufacturer warranty, 5 year/90,000 km Genuine Automotion Service Plan and 6 year anti-corrosion warranty. The service intervals are at 15,000 km.

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