VW Adds 8-Speed Auto Amarok TDI420 And Single Cab For Australia
Volkswagen has added an eight-speed automatic transmission to its Australian Amarok line-up, which is also joined by a new single-cab model this week. The eight-speed ZF auto is available exclusively with the new dual-cab TDI420 revealed internatio
Volkswagen has added an eight-speed automatic transmission to its Australian Amarok line-up, which is also joined by a new single-cab model this week.
The eight-speed ZF auto is available exclusively with the new dual-cab TDI420 revealed internationally in September, entering as the most powerful model in the range.
8-Speed Auto TDI420 Dual-Cab
With 132kW and 420Nm on tap, the twin-turbo Amarok TDI420 offers 12kW and 20Nm more than the TDI400 variant, which is the toughest model available with a manual transmission.
The auto's eighth-gear is configured as a fuel-saving overdrive gear, while the first gear is for off-road use, or for pulling away when towing.
Volkswagen says that the short first gear means there is no need for a low-range transfer case. (Watch for TMR's launch review this week.) All dual-cab automatics feature the TDI420 engine, with a Torsen centre differential.