What Tradies Want — August-September 2017

54 WHAT TRADIES WANT.

I

felt a lot like a little kid at Christmas when
the VW Amarok V6 Ultimate turned up in
my driveway. I knew it was going back
in a week, but I was genuinely excited. The
sexy lines, distinctive front design, 19-inch
alloy wheels and striking new styling bar
with ‘long’ twin pipe and side steps made
of stainless steel all gave it the wow factor.
It was also fitted with the stylish Amarok
roof racks, so it was ready for me to load
my ladder and work tools and put it through
its paces.
While I was loading I figured I may as well
throw in the downhill mountain bike, outrigger
canoe and a few other bits and pieces to leave
my options open for some after-work activities.
One of the things that stood out right from
the start with the Amarok was it was equally

balanced between looking and feeling stylish

and luxurious, but once you dig below the

surface it’s a well-built, serious work truck

that’s ready to take whatever you throw at it.

We drove on- and off-road, and the long list

of features combined into a seamless, well-

balanced driving experience.

TEST #1: STYLISH

INTERIOR

Opening the door of the Ultimate has you

instantly greeted with a feeling of luxury. It’s

easy to get your mind off the stresses of work

in the high-comfort interior.

The ‘Nappa’ leather ergoComfort seats

have 14-way adjustment (12 electronically)

and have been awarded the AGR seal of

quality for outstanding ergonomics. They’re

heated too, an amazing touch of luxury which

I could get very used to in the winter months.

The new ‘Discover Media’ navigation system

is a crystal-clear, 16cm colour touch screen

and includes features like digital radio, app

connect Bluetooth and Apple car play. The

sound system is punchy and clear, which is

also a must for me. And as a drummer, the

Tested By Matt Page

Volkswagen

Amarok V6 Ultimate

What a ride!

TRADIE

TOUGH TEST

APPROVED

STRONG POINTS

• V6 3.0-litre TDI engine


• Overboost


• Unique drive combination


• High level of grip on every terrain


• Super efficient


• Stopping power


• New exterior design


• New interior design


• Modern infotainment systems


• Largest tray in its class