New Volkswagen Amarok ‘not a Nissan and Mercedes mistake’

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VW Australia’s boss assures that the upcoming 2022 Amarok will be distinctly different from the Ford Ranger it is based on, and not just a rebadged version. The new Amarok, developed in Australia, will have unique features and will not repeat the mistakes made by Mercedes-Benz and Nissan with their platform-sharing. The second-generation Amarok will utilize powertrains from the next Ranger, including a 2.0-liter twin-turbo four-cylinder and a new 3.0-liter V6. Volkswagen has been actively involved in the development process, even relocating German designers to Melbourne to better understand the Australian market. The full extent of Volkswagen’s input remains top-secret.

Brands mentioned: Volkswagen, Ford, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, Mazda, Isuzu