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First Details of Next Amarok Revealed, With A Big Surprise

Volkswagen has confirmed the Amarok will live on for a third generation — but the next version may not be based on the Ford Ranger. In this Chasing Cars exclusive, Tom Baker explains what Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles CEO Stefan Mecha revealed about the future of the Amarok, including plans for plug-in hybrid and fully electric power, the possibility of a Chinese platform, and why Ford has not yet been locked in for the next generation. We also reveal Volkswagen’s long-running ambition to build a rugged seven-seat Amarok SUV to rival the Ford Everest, Toyota LandCruiser Prado and Isuzu MU-X. Volkswagen previously built a secret seven-seat Amarok wagon prototype, and that vehicle still exists in the company’s internal collection. With the next Amarok partnership now being decided, the idea has a better chance than it has had in years. The renders shown in this video are speculative Chasing Cars illustrations, not leaked Volkswagen designs. They explore how a future Amarok ute and SUV could look if Volkswagen combined current Amarok proportions with design cues from its newer Chinese-market concepts. In this video: * Third-generation Volkswagen Amarok confirmed * PHEV and electric Amarok powertrains planned * Why Ford may not build the next Amarok * How a Chinese platform could enter the picture * Why the current eAmarok was cancelled * Secret seven-seat Amarok SUV prototype revealed * Volkswagen’s potential Ford Everest and Prado rival * What it all means for Australian buyers Would you prefer the next Amarok to remain Ranger-based, or should Volkswagen take a completely different path? As always, we don’t accept advertising from car manufacturers, and we’re powered by Budget Direct. Subscribe now! https://www.youtube.com/user/ChasingCarsAustralia?sub_confirmation=1 Chasing Cars on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chasingcarsaustralia/ Follow Chasing Cars on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chasingcars.com.au/ Chasing Cars is Australia’s most independent source of new car reviews, car industry news, comparisons and car guides. We give you a critical look at every new car you should consider! Budget Direct Car Insurance is issued by Auto & General Insurance Company. See PDS & TMD at budgetdirect.com.au