The better Ford Ranger? 2023 Volkswagen Amarok review: Petrol four joins diesel V6 in new ute/pickup

The 2023 Volkswagen Amarok is finally here, but just don't call it a Ford Ranger in a suit. That's right, the best-selling mid-size pick-up in Australia has a new twin, having been related to the Mazda BT-50 in their respective previous generations. Since then, the BT-50 paired up with the new Isuzu D-Max, while the Ranger has moved on with the Amarok, which went it alone it its first generation.

Confused? Don't be. The second-generation Amarok is looking to capitalise on the new Ranger's success by taking its overall package to the next level. And yes, the two utes actually do look different inside and out - but there's a lot more differentiation between the two than just their designs.

As CarsGuide Contributing Journalist Byron Mathioudakis finds out in this expert review, the Amarok also drives differently, partly thanks to its option of a Ford Mustang-derived 2.3-litre turbo-petrol four-cylinder engine, with such a powertrain an unknown quantity in Australia in 2023. And let's not forget the shared 3.0-litre turbo-diesel V6. It's a headline-grabber for a reason.

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00:00 Intro

00:45 Pricing and features

03:02 Design

04:42 Practicality

07:36 Under the bonnet

09:43 Efficiency

10:07 Driving

13:13 Safety

13:40 Ownership

14:17 Verdict

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