2024 Volkswagen Amarok w/ 40mm lift kit on/off-road (inc. 0-100) review‌

[@AutoEngineerVideos]

I know the Old Man Emu engineers who did the suspension kit and its tune. They really know their stuff. Having driven the current Ranger with the OME suspension fitted, I'm not the least bit surprised about the glowing review for the Amarok.

[@philtait62]

Interesting review. Im not surprised the suspension performs well. Old Man Emu, and indeed ARB gear generally, seems to be very well engineered. Great Aussie business 👏🏻

[@tonygreen8221]

I know that you know your stuff, but you’re a bit off the mark with some things here. In my experience of fitting lift kits to many of my 4wds, the ride will always become softer (unless there’s a GVM upgrade as part of it) because the aim is to provide a more compliant ride off road and to give the suspension more flex making it easier to keep all 4 wheels planted. Also that vehicle looks like it’s been raised too far because the front wheels are leaning a bit at the top. But as you mentioned, it’s probably designed to carry a Bullbar. Suspension that high is a disadvantage on steep uneven climbs as they pick up a wheel far more easily and lose traction. It’s great that you tested a modification that so many people choose to do. It’d be great if you could put together 3 or 4 (Hilux, Ranger, D-Max, Triton) of the most popular utes and do a full outback test with different brands of aftermarket suspension kits fitted to each. To my knowledge, no one has ever done that before. I think there’s a huge interest in comparison between the kits as well as the vehicles. Love the channel. Keep up the good work.

[@geoffreypridmore888]

I would agree with some of what you are saying. But I would say that the suspension kit is brand new and has not settled yet.

[@nhlenganerodgers-pq6hu]

Great review,watching from South Africa

[@trevorevans7101]

Looks fantastic-good review. We currently have a previous (5 year old) version of the Amarok and an older 2.0 litre TDI Golf. Both have been faultless and wonderful vehicles. The 11 year old (230,000km) Golf is still driving like a new car. We hope to be upgrading to the V6 Style Amarok soon. Terrific that the prices have come down quite a bit. Whilst test driving the new V6 Style recently I tested out the complaints with the "SCREEN' climate controls (as Paul once again highlighted) expecting it to be distracting and annoying, but honestly, found it very simple and surprising easy and quick. I tried all aircon setting. It seems that some people love to nit-pick at anything at all. Also like the DMAX but is less refined with less power but cheeper too. Lots of good options.

[@tanmupps5997]

paul is my favourite car reviewer

[@perpetualgrin5804]

Still one of the few car channels I have not be banned from.

[@logicalsnorlax5641]

when you're spending good money on aftermarket suspension, usually you'll be getting better quality components than the stock suspension

[@hedydd2]

In low range these vehicles start off in second gear unless manually set to first. First gear low is very very low, much slower than most other utes whether fitted with auto or manual gearboxes. The 10 speed auto is amazingly well tuned but can be somewhat odd when changing down a ratio in low range while moving down a steep hill. In my experience it’s best to manually select a ratio and not to change down manually down a steep hill because in certain circumstances it can lose drive for too long between ratios. Otherwise absolutely superb.

[@stephenroberts8820]

I’ve had my Amorak Style TDI500 lifted, bullbar and Lights done by ARB. It rides so much better. Just need to get better tyres.

[@mvnorsel6354]

I'm so old most used to lower their cars by 40mm😅.

[@mrgarrison3516]

People are too fat to get into lowered vehicle's these days

[@AutoEngineerVideos]

On-road sporty cars get lowered. Off-road 4WDs get lifted. It has always been like that.

[@Cous1nJack]

@@AutoEngineerVideoswe know. There was some humour in the OP

[@williamfan1985]

liftkit on factory tyres. Not as bad as i thought. it will look better with bigger tyres, but standard ones doesn't look too much like caster wheels

[@paulredfern2252]

a really close look at both utes in wheel articulation, the old had more compression travel, both had the same unlaiden travel, and the standard ute sat flatter. But the extra clearance and ride quality is good with new ute.

[@jordankeeps]

when i got my ranger over a year ago, im a farmer so acceries had to happen haha, ARB products came with 2-3 year warrenity, then Ford said get it through us get a 5 year Warrenty i got a price quote of both, and some parts where cheaper with ford, others with arb. Was interesting. But ford offering 5 year warrnity for the same products, but then arb still put on most of the Acceries i dont know how it worked but it worked hahaha.

[@jasonwishart6800]

all dual cabs except the raptor benefit greatly from aftermarket dampers

[@phillroo7871]

Is it a snorkel 9r just a raised air intake?, you mentioned quality makes you wonder how sealed it is from water ingress at depth.

[@Tom-lf8hx]

I was wondering that aswell, safari snorkels are 100% sealed (if you follow the instruction)

[@hedydd2]

Climbing into these things is no joke when you get to a certain age or get a bad leg or back. It probably also knocks a few grand off the residual value of the truck. The tow ball also needs to be lowered and reaching stuff in the load bed becomes a pain. Great base vehicle though but a lift is not for me. Just too many negative compromises.

[@awakenlilrabbit]

the Gw ute has side opening doors and tail lift. pretty smart idea

[@BrendanJMcMahon]

Interesting that you're stating that adding the likes of suspension lifts and accessories such as snorkels (you didn't go into bull bars, winches, lights which I would consider to be the most common after-market item in this review...) may void the new car warranty. The information I've had from suppliers such as ARB and Ironman 4x4 is that as long as the items are installed to compliance (ADR specifications etc..) there is no impact on the new car warranty. Whilst the new car warranty is often 5 years+, after market accessories are often only 3 years. It would be good if you could build on this segment and go and interview a reputable after market supplier and get their feedback as well. FYI, I am looking at trading in my 2003 Prado in the next year for an Amarok v6 Style, and I am considering after market products such as the raid bar, winch and lights, along with a 4" lift and different all terrain tyres. I would be interested in knowing how this will not only affect my warranty but also my servicability? Volkswagon offer a 5 year service agreement with their new cars. Do I also need to take this into consideration?...

[@lehlohonolothabo4466]

I enjoyed the video my brother. Best review 😁

[@minukim1468]

For a moment i though i was watching carwow 😂

[@mariohatzi1347]

Will you be making a video of the new LDV max lux? New screens and a facelift looks promising

[@perpelle]

Bp51 will improve all utes if fitted.

[@S9RUT]

With some larger, meatier tyres, lifts are just great! But I think its worth noting that the articulation isn't really much more with the lift, even though the lift can provide much more suspension travel, it's the sway bars that ruin the offroad articulation. I think more manufacturers need to produce quick-disconnect sway bars for mainstream 4by's, especially the IFS Ute's.

[@adamcrea3547]

you doing a review on the facelift dmax?

[@peterlamattina6510]

A little off the topic here and I’m not sure if its been mentioned previously in the past however find it really odd that the Amarok get the nice instrument cluster across the range whereas ford only offer it on Platinum and Raptor rangers🤷🏽‍♂️🤷🏽‍♂️

[@CarExpertAus]

Ford aiming for higher profit margin.

[@TwoCrabsAdventures]

Loving your standard format of testing you apply a non modified version, I did drop prob 80k on a 79 like every Aussie with one. I now own a standard ZR2 Silverado. 150kish. When you add up what you get from a standard car, I'm way ahead of the cruiser company. The standard duel cabs these days, with offroad camping are looking at 120k? What next is the question for all.

[@catamircea8885]

The ground clearance remain the same if you don't change the tyres .

[@hi9580]

Increase in approach, departure and breakover angles.

[@mattw1393]

What?! Only the rear axle.

[@catamircea8885]

@@mattw1393 , the rear axle give you maximal ground clearamce. This is the right way to measure. Toyota do different , because has a low ground clearance, just 219 mm.

[@AutoEngineerVideos]

@@catamircea8885you're correct about the minimum ground clearance. This is usually the rear diff "pumpkin" or the rear shock mounting brackets, which aren't changed by a lift kit. However, the approach, departure and ramp-over angles and relevant clearances are increased, so there's definitely some benefit. Also, lifting the suspension can help to fit in slightly taller tyres, which will then increase the clearances to the shock mounts and diff pumpkin.

[@roberthocking9138]

I won’t be buying a vw ever. But I agree ref the snorkel, I deleted it when I bought my last ranger, it created wind noise and induction noise, bloody annoying . Let’s face it if you venture into water over 800, you probably shouldn’t be in there in the first place

[@FishandHunt]

Cooler intake air and less dust are other advantages of a good snorkel.

[@YZJB]

This isn’t a VW though. It’s a Ranger

[@roberthocking9138]

@@YZJB don’t care it’s got a vw badge on it so I won’t be buying one ever

[@Jacobtheunwise]

Its mainly for dust

[@hartzland7658]

​@@roberthocking9138But you bought a Ford😂😂 Out of the fry pan & into the fire.

[@cyclemoto8744]

Has VW provided evidence that the stability control system was modified for the ARB suspension or is that an assumption? Honestly curious to know. Cheers

[@cyclemoto8744]

I guess I'll have to take the lack of response as meaning it was an assumption

[@aykuthasbahce]

No review for 2024 dmax ?

[@aydinclaridge]

is it just an assumption or an actual Volkswagen claim that they're modifying the ESC parameters for the lift? I find it hard to believe, but would love to be proved wrong

[@chrisblatherwick6569]

Awesome look at the suspension option. Never stated or I missed it, was it the.BP51 or the MT64 fitted on the Amarok?

[@Naessey]

I’ve done my VW/Audi experiment. Never again.

[@AnarchistBogan]

I feel like your expectations of what aftermarket suspension does to a 4x4 were quite out of whack mate. Every 4x4 I’ve driven with sensible suspension upgrades are far superior to stock

[@CarExpertAus]

You learn something new everyday!

[@AnarchistBogan]

@@CarExpertAus this is very true

[@RogerM88]

You just forgot to mention the overpriced VW body kit on the Ranger. Here in Europe they offer the 2.0L engine from the Transit, probably with a wet belt. Huge pass.

[@YZJB]

2.0L

[@RogerM88]

@@YZJB Even worse. The previous Ranger had the 2.2L engine.

[@hippie1559]

What day you released Isuzu dmax 😅

[@user-bi6bg6lu9r]

Paul is my 1st favourite KZbinr

[@stephenroberts8820]

@carexpert, interested to know that when you went into reverse @23:27 you had alarm chime going off, what that the reverse brake assist saying not available?

[@markymark8472]

id love to see a 0-100 comparison with a v6 ranger with sport mode activated and normal mode

[@CarExpertAus]

Shouldn’t be any of a difference in theory. It’s just a throttle map. If you have 100% throttle regardless of mode it’ll operate at 100%. It’s only when you’re at lower throttle levels that the map offers more input in Sport mode.

[@andreweggins3055]

How about the amarok v ranger v300 grsport v y62 warrior. That we if we are on the fence of wagon v dual then we would have a reasonably good test. Especially if you did a proper test in the high country or Robe.

[@ivan_pechyorin]

Good day, hope you are well. Could you please let me know which app you ware using to measure 0 to 100 km/h on your phone?

[@razvanciurez]

so they forgot to upgrade the brakes...

[@tagandbruce]

Need bigger tyres now.

[@LCBBuilders]

Why do the lift and leave on the shit OE tyres?. Done the Amarok thing. Never again.

[@gerryroetsYosi]

Yeah if more manufacturers follow the same idea. They will do much better.

[@rakeshraju509]

Volkswagen Ranger

[@galooney1]

Something NQR with that front bumper

[@biglap.australia]

With the type support you get from Volkswagen which is located on the seventh level of hell. I wouldn't touch it.

[@Bradsavage_]

I had vw but sold due to having a baby but honestly, VW were really good to me.. Super professional every service and they even fixed an issue with the rear main seal for free out of good faith, even after it ran out of warranty

[@Nikolasmar]

What is the point to lift a car and put street tires

[@josh3221ify]

Steel tires 😂, or wheels? 🚆

[@AutoEngineerVideos]

In case you didn't catch it at the beginning, the car is in "as sold" condition if you were to buy the car new (with the suspension kit fitted prior to delivery) from VW.

[@Donoaccount]

Worst quality I have experienced from a VW product, my Amarok's interior unravelled after just 7000km with no replacement parts available. Serous paint defects, mine so bad mine VW had to have several panels repainted. Also be careful of depreciation, mine has already lost 35% of its value in just ten months.

[@hedydd2]

Spare parts availability for both VW and Ford just suck so far. There is hope that this will improve with time and as they get their act together to increase stock. I suspect that their parts suppliers and Ford themselves are at capacity at the moment building parts for the production line. They ignore parts supply and quality and back-up at their peril though. It takes a lot of effort to get a positive reputation but it is easily lost if the owner’s experience is poor and word soon gets around in this connected age.

[@terrydrew7002]

GFV avoids depreciation being an issue.

[@josh3221ify]

It settled to it's normal price, keep on paying the premium for these new cars, we peasants are waiting to take them from you when you are done dealing with that depreciation.

[@Cous1nJack]

@@terrydrew7002it doesn’t. It just tells you what it will be, it will still reduce in value.

[@nvusthingzyouknowit7304]

Isuzu D-max review?

[@Stevegrande1]

4k for a lift 😳😳

[@Rooler694]

Idk im a big vw fan but not a fan of this amarok. I would rather spend the money on the GR hilux tbh or iszuzu.

[@Faisal-rc6ne]

Love from India 🇮🇳 iam owner of toyota innova crysta fortuner ❤

[@tmfaber]

Why does vw call it 4motion on a truck with a mechanical transfer case as well as their crossovers?? Totally different systems…

[@Cous1nJack]

Just their trade mark. Audi call it Quattro but that works by different drivelines too.

[@razvanciurez]

26:06 except braking distance, but who cares. We are not car experts, ahem!

[@rl7586]

I wonder if it breaks down as often as the Ranger ?

[@andrew6526]

I'll take Scotty Kilmers advice, never buy a VW. 😂

[@YZJB]

It’s a Ford

[@BSBS-gk4iy]

latest german cars just expensive recycled plastic which is initially poor quality and mandatory as per EU eco laws.

[@In0centz]

I rate my Amarok 580. Never had one issue, hasn't let me down off road and tows like an absolute beast

[@bobmarli6095]

Scotty is a legend

[@interceptor7905]

Rev up your engine lol

[@tersy9862]

A lift kit is absolutely pointless unless you are putting on bugger tyres. The lowest point of your car is atill the rear solid axel so you have not increased ground clearance at all. You have also reduced fuel economy and towing performance whuch is what most people use these for.

[@tanmupps5997]

dmax please

[@CarExpertAus]

Next week.

[@keithholland7465]

Paul here you go again 100% Cash for comment. You tested the new Triton in totally slime conditions and then compare it the VW in the dry adding that the tyres were muddied up... lol 😂... absolute BS.

[@CarExpertAus]

😂 Amarok > Triton. Sorry, bro!

[@tyzon00800]

Bull💩is a good description of the new triton

[@warcrabcyber9908]

Not only that the hill was severely eroded, it had a literal slump on the hill for the hill test , the tires were caked with mud, all the areas on the track was soft and wet, All other vehicles tested after the triton was done so with a proper graded hill and the track was dry , tires not caked with mud.

[@AnarchistBogan]

I have no idea why anyone would buy one of these over the ranger

[@camerongb]

better fit for the trim levels (style has many things that are an option on a wildtrak eg bigger screens, intelligent headlights etc) and I got mine with 5 years included servicing with leather for 70k

[@johnp6640]

Why would you buy a ranger 😂😂😂

[@catamircea8885]

In Romania , Amarok has 3.0 v6 diesel. Ranger has just 2.0 ( 170 and 213 hp ) . Raptor, 3.0 bi-turbo gasoline. If you want a strong diesel engine, choose Amarok.

[@AnarchistBogan]

@@johnp6640 I wouldn’t. Just between the two

[@AnarchistBogan]

@@catamircea8885 ranger has same engine v6 diesel

[@billybob1511]

Looks silly, including the ugly snorkel. You'd need to carry around a milk crate or small ladder to access the tub.

[@hedydd2]

I carry a double step access ladder in the bed at all times when I have room, only removing it when the full space is actually needed. It also helps when checking the engine and transmission dipsticks or doing any other maintenance. An essential accessory for a lifted truck I reckon.

[@brucesieverts1236]

so what about doing a ute review with a set of 35 inch tyres.

[@Den-pu6re]

Needs bigger tyres

[@jaredbaluch2907]

Please do a review of the uplift Dmax Terrain, please.

[@genghiskhan8148]

CENTRE OF MASS not gravity

[@adeshmaharaj8900]

Need spare tire test

[@brianjensen5200]

What's a spare tyre test?

[@seadoomania]

Boring front end

[@petermercer5968]

VW not for me

[@f.t.w1066]

Cheque book Charlie cars..

[@FishandHunt]

You lost me @ VW 😁

[@user-sn1xf7vj1r]

Выглядит смешно.

[@pietschoeman6920]

Sorry VW and old Ranger fan ......you lost a buyer. LUCKY I AM A PROUD OWNER OF S 2013 AMAROK

[@Vinleesel151]

Re test the triton.

[@CarExpertAus]

Why? Did they fix the annoying safety systems, the stop start system, poorly tuned ride and traction controls in the past few weeks?

[@Vinleesel151]

@@CarExpertAus oh I got a reply haha. Honestly the only thing I cared about is the traction control system and hill start/stop as I know Mitsubishi does have a good system. But it didn't seem to have been proven in your review which makes me think you may have tested a defective car. Also the fact that you forgot to put the car into neutral while 4wd changing modes is😓....should let people know in the original video at least why the change didn't happen for such a long time if you haven't already.

[@CarExpertAus]

@@Vinleesel151 Neutral? I think you might be confusing the switch from 2H to 4H with the switch to low range. The system is designed to change while driving or stationary. Works the same way in every other dual-cab ute. It's just a poorly developed system - works fine in HiLux, Ranger, D-Max, etc. It was acceptable in the old Triton given its age, but in the new one it's way off the mark. Happy to retest the car if Mitsubishi lets all the journos that drove that car know it's defective.

[@Vinleesel151]

@@CarExpertAus Sorry that's what I meant. 2H-4H. If stationary which Paul was, he should have had it in neutral? Also all the other reviews from other journos have said that the traction was not bad. So that's why I question why your review is the only one that says it's below standard.

[@icecreambite]

​@CarExpertAus are we gonna talk about the fact that on the hill, when you did the stop test, that you reversed out of the rut and it made it up. I feel like I have never seen you do that with any other car; rut not withstanding. ??? Maybe I'm wrong... 🤔. I suppose in my heart of hearts I hope y'all aren't paid extra for favourable reviews. 😅

[@buncha5651]

Dual cabs are for tradies, not bogans.😂

[@shadowstorm4376]

That interior is ugly.

[@chrisdardis4794]

My thoughts/2c... #1 looks dumb. #2 Will be able to read the license plate when they are tailgating me.

[@diamondblack3776]

Colour scheme: German Alternative colour schemes: Nein

[@pietschoeman6920]

AMAFORD 😂😂😂😂😂 this is NOT a VW AMAROK......its a ffffgg......ford a lott of SHIT. OLD Amarok ARE A VW AMAROK with real VW engineering.

[@asimpleguy9667]

one word- ugly pick up trucks are getting to look so goofy

[@cooljool1]

na looks good

[@richardtimms6645]

Still a Ranger that likes to pop engines. No thanks.

[@AliRaza-bn7fl]

VW cars are design very stupid. Mechanics doesnt want to touch it . Had vw and mechic said i need to pull out whole engine to fix oil leak . Some screws he cannot open unless take out engine . Except R Line models they are good .

[@josh3221ify]

Maybe you should have looked for a different mechanic

[@AutoEngineerVideos]

This VW is actually a Ford, designed in Australia.

[@Rooler694]

Built in south africa haha ​@dannybarrett1742

[@AutoEngineerVideos]

@@Rooler694 the Amarok is built in the same factory as the Rangers that go to Europe and Britain, using the same chassis, same suspension, same driveline components, same brakes, same cabin structure, etc. The parts have "FoMoCo" (Ford Motor Company) stamped into them, just as the Ranger does, and most of the underlying parts even have the same part number (stick your head under one and check it out for yourself - they're the same vehicle). The main difference compared to the Rangers we get in Australia, as far as the underlying vehicle is concerned, is that it's assembled in Silverton instead of Rayong. From my time as an engineer with Ford, working on PX to PX3, I found that there wasn't much difference between the quality of the vehicles from Rayong and the vehicles from Silverton. If anything, the guys in Silverton were easier to work with because there wasn't a language barrier to make things more difficult (that isn't casting aspersions against the guys in Rayong - English simply wasn't their first language). So... what was it that you were saying about the VW being built in South Africa?

[@mrgarrison3516]

Why do the wheels look so small.....🥒