The beautiful thing about a double cab is that you never have to think about your vehicle when considering what you want to do. It's ready for any adventure. I have the previous generation Ranger with the 3.2. Converted to a double cab 5 years ago. If I have my way, I will never own anything but a double cab. I don't mind the "slow" performance. Drive them on the torque and they are very satisfying. Overtaking, even with a trailer, on the highway is so easy, just push the gas pedal.
@dawoodparuk69447 ай бұрын
Could have said it better myself
@dietmargl95017 ай бұрын
I hated double cab bakkies, until I bought one. Will never go back to any normal vehicle. They are so versatile in any situation.
@mjngp7 ай бұрын
I was thinking of getting myself the Mazda BT 50 version of the Ford Ranger you talking about 3.2 TDCI SLE I think
@Nellie-H7 ай бұрын
@@mjngp I have the Mazda (Ford) BT-50 with a 3.2 and auto. Now Isuzu is the base for the new BT-50.
@mjngp7 ай бұрын
@@Nellie-H I'm planning on getting one during September, I like the quirkiness of it , it looks like it's smiling unlike conventional bakkies macho look
@43LMNOP7 ай бұрын
Loving my Pan Am V6, got 34,000km on it and no issues! Best bakkie you can buy in 2024.
@KuwaitBricks7 ай бұрын
Would you really expect issues at 34k kms in any vehicle?
@funkdunk7 ай бұрын
@@KuwaitBricksAbsolutely if you own a GMW P-series for example...my mate has 2 and both have given him endless trouble...
@funkdunk7 ай бұрын
Wow thats allot of mileage, you must really be enjoying it, my 2002 Corolla has only done 143000 km since new...I am looking at the Amarok
@lesediseemela98567 ай бұрын
Not sure it's the best one but it's up there for sure. 😊
@erichweggelaar13206 ай бұрын
Fully agree. Best by far
@pierre79817 ай бұрын
Another great review, thank you.
@tebohoshakhane21203 ай бұрын
My Ford thunder is got a factory fitted divider in the back. It is adjustable depending on the size of your load;;be it sorceries or suitcases. Super practical for any prlurpose
@KabirDhupelia7 ай бұрын
The roller shutter thing - it’s not the only solution on the back, and it’s actually quite limiting because if you have it, it eats into the space in the back. There are foldable covers that are secure and much more versatile, but given dealership markups, I think it’s better to buy the blank canvas and figure a solution out for yourself.
@lesediseemela98567 ай бұрын
Roller shutters can be limiting but they better than tanu covers. They provide a bakkie boot of some sort and you can store your more personal items.
@KabirDhupelia7 ай бұрын
@@lesediseemela9856 you get foldable, lockable tonneau covers like the tonneau king ones. They’re half the price of the roller ones and you don’t lose any space. Not bashing the roller shutter, just saying it’s not the only solution, they all have different pros and cons. Roller shutters are the most well marketed option though
@lesediseemela98567 ай бұрын
@@KabirDhupelia the ones I’ve seen aren’t as secure, but I get your point Kabir.
@funkdunk7 ай бұрын
Someone asked here in the comments feed whether you're paid for the review. Wnether you are or not, this is a good review and well balanced. I am busy researching "bakkies" at the moment for a client who wants to buy a few (hundred) and the Style (after this review) has been added to the list. In the looks department the Amorok wins hands down, we are looking at aftermarket service and my experience with Ford hasn't been great. They were keen to throw me under the proverbial bus until I got hold of the SA MD ,it all improved from there on. The Chinese bakkies aren't on the list. Toyota is with their Hilux, however its older generation technology, styling has improved since launch though. Isuzu is on the list. New Triton too...an improvement over the outgoing model but also a box whereas the Amarok has got style. There's also an annoying camera in the new Triton which the Ozzie reviewers aren't pleased with. I am not sure whether we will have it here. Isuzu's aftermarket service is decent so is Toyota plus they have the best dealer network across SA. So does Ford for that matter. VW also has too but not as prolific as Ford, Isuzu and Toyota.
@Jakdennnnnnn3d3337 ай бұрын
The wear on the driver seat bolster and the window rubber seal hanging is a bit concerning.
@SDav217 ай бұрын
It is clearly a Ford. Fords have poor build quality. The previous gen Amarok didn't have these issues.
@XITSONGABombaMugaza7 ай бұрын
My uncle had the previous generation Ranger, I encountered that problem a lot of times
@antonels45717 ай бұрын
That driver's side window rubber seal, at the top, that was bulging during the test was bugging me the whole time! Probably also why there was wind noise...faulty rubber seal or was I mistaken???
@landrovanderwalt38417 ай бұрын
Yeah, I saw that too… and equally bothered me. Also that wiggly armrest cover… Bad quality/fitment from this Amaranger!
@masterq2.0337 ай бұрын
Thanks , now it bothers me as well.
@tshephangsithole7506 ай бұрын
Congratulations, you just made me get irritated by this now😅
@masterq2.0337 ай бұрын
The Clone Ranger. Put the ranger tub on. The old VW TDI V6 (With a dpf,Egr delete and stage 1 remap) and ZF 8sp. Drop the gawdy gear knob. Put propper twist buttons on the aircon controls and cup holders from the Ranger. Then I would look at get one.
@rendysify7 ай бұрын
This AMAFORD is beautiful
@salmonstone23587 ай бұрын
I coined that term first 😂😂😂 I posted it on their LinkedIn 😅
@nkosiyethubhengu10103 ай бұрын
I have the Aventura 2024 its on 1700 km now and my fuel consumption is at 14.1 per 100, is this normal?
@francvancanvas7 ай бұрын
Battle to overtake on the highway? In a new generation bakkie? Any brand? No way!
@kyneticcoffee2312Күн бұрын
Saw that too😂. That car can over take an Audi
@xolixaba83734 ай бұрын
Great review. The towel obstructs the rear lights. 👀
@BubblesTheCat17 ай бұрын
Going 15,000km between oil changes on a diesel is insane. But, the manufacturers recommend that so that you can buy a new one soon after the warranty expires, and the motor is sludged up. 🙄
@dawoodparuk69447 ай бұрын
I never knew Vw sold Ford's, I will still keep my old amarok v6. Old German technology
@LSGTVSA7 ай бұрын
Ford builds VW Amarok Bakkies.
@dietmargl95017 ай бұрын
Fully agree with you, Ford Amarok, I don't think so. Your old Amarok is still pure VW. Good choice.
@Nellie-H7 ай бұрын
@@dietmargl9501 The average Volkswagen is put together with parts from about 30 different Countries! Pure & German. LOL
@KingJasonthe1st7 ай бұрын
And nobody I know wants to own an old Amarok, just like a BMW or any other old German car, it's a ticking time bomb with the electronics. That's coming from an ex- BMW fanboy, owned two myself.
@steven-kh3qc7 ай бұрын
@dietmargl9501 very few vehicles are "pure " their brands these days...the early Polos, for example, were rebadged Seat vehicles...VW are criminals though, so a VW that isn't a VW is worthy of my interest.
@Mothercityguy7 ай бұрын
This is SA boss you must lock the wheels frame and saddle to the bakkie lol
@salieshaunsmuts62097 ай бұрын
Careful with the way you take your hands off the stearing whilst driving , if you ever in an accident, people will think that you weren't holding the steering
@siphesihlemahlangu-yj7dr7 ай бұрын
Should have tested it with the maximum allowed low to get accurate fuel consumption and strain on the suspension and drive train.
@quincyjonespangula25037 ай бұрын
Personally maybe its just preference but ford did amarok dirty with this version 💯. The 2018/19 amarok v6 was the one.
@jldp247 ай бұрын
Would buy the prev gen Extreme instead..amd its not even close
@jean-pierregertenbach33706 ай бұрын
Have you ever rewiewed the 4.0 v6 hilug legend 2024, would like to know how it performs
@unwoke1652Ай бұрын
Fanboys are like German tourists: there's always one in the crowd.
@LucasMofokeng-g5j25 күн бұрын
Does the passenger airbag light stays on even when driving ?
@kyneticcoffee2312Күн бұрын
You can change it on the settings. It glitches on a a camera when recording
@Nhlanhla1877 ай бұрын
The self repairing is definitely a thing, my Polo did that a number of times.
@rudzyeli7 ай бұрын
True 😅😅 my vw TCross has scratches that just disappeared
@SDav217 ай бұрын
Also, security is an issue in a bakkie because you are leaving stuff on the back seat where it can be seen and easily stolen. Most people who buy bakkies don't even use the utility part of it. I don't get it. And they drive much worse than an SUV and use more fuel.
@St-G27 ай бұрын
I would like to buy the wildtrak and keep it in my village. I will only drive it when i visit on holidays. I would not prefer anyone driving the car in my absence too. Will it not give me problems with the long periods of not driving it.
@tokelobotsane51787 ай бұрын
It will obviously, why would you do that though!!!??? 🤔🧐🤨🙄
@avuazahc19667 ай бұрын
Nice bakkie this one, In my car I put a laptop bag under my seat from rear passenger doors. I just don't understand why this it does not get 4A. That's my only cry
@salmonstone23587 ай бұрын
This is AmaFord now 😂
@kratos92237 ай бұрын
Some say the only interior part carried over from the Ford Ranger is the armrest. 😅
@unicornforever92767 ай бұрын
AmaRanger
@Lungu1007 ай бұрын
In Zambia 🇿🇲 if they cant steal the bike they steal the towel instead 😂😂
@lithayapi8687 ай бұрын
😂😂😂😂😂😂
@Stura_tv7 ай бұрын
@@BubblesTheCat1 i think its just an African thing :)
@MyPaballo7 ай бұрын
RS4 Competition is lighter. Maybe why the breaks feel better?
@AdhirSingh_SA_19957 ай бұрын
Bro, this isn't CarWow lol🤣
@MyPaballo7 ай бұрын
@@AdhirSingh_SA_1995 lol the weed was definitely strong that day.
@AdhirSingh_SA_19957 ай бұрын
@@MyPaballo it happens😅👉
@autochampwandelen7 ай бұрын
I still can't believe its based on the Ford Ranger. I think it looked better when it was all Volkswagen's work on the Amarok.
@thembanimgenu1907 ай бұрын
I also would prefer an SUV, nothing wrong with the bakkie but an SUV seems way better 😅
@jagman9997 ай бұрын
I don’t like them either. Very long car, but not that much rear passenger space and the load bed too small for bikes to fit in securely. SUV or estate car makes more sense for a leisure car
@kenlaufoy74127 ай бұрын
Does VW develop its own chassis for the Amerok.?? Interior looks dated😅
@bwarrior63404 ай бұрын
Mentioning Ford or Ranger kind of puts me off. Liked Amarok until you mentioned that.
@raymondmalan4877 ай бұрын
It's a Leisure Vehicle.... Good for Garden Refuse and Transporting MTB's. Won't Last 6 months as Workhorse ( Even if there are Workhorse Models ). It is Exactly what it is, for the Soft...Can't Work...or get your own VW/Ford Mechanic on Standby when going up in Africa. Nice Vid Ash. ✌
@Uzalo_1017 ай бұрын
'then I get my South African proof lock' 💀
@stephan60634 ай бұрын
Isuzu does 5.5 on open rd
@johanneswehrmann7 ай бұрын
Nice VW with a few FORD glitches.
@mso81907 ай бұрын
Nice Ford with VW glitches.
@brad09733 ай бұрын
Do not buy a VW - the after sales service from the factory is shocking. I have both the Style V6 & the Pan Americana V6. The style has an irritating and horrible wind noise from the top right corner in the window, they told me it was normal "bakkie" noise. The Pan Americana was purchased/ordered without a test drive (the Style is an awesome vehilce apart from the Wind noise intrusion) and this was a mistake. There is a horrible shake/vibration which the Vehicle has under power at both low speeds and higher speeds. This can be felt through the accelerator, seats and steering wheel the most. Without pressing the accelerator there is zero shaking (only happens under power). VW took the vehicle in for testing, adjusted the propshaft positioning etc. It proved to be of zero help. They then reverted back from the factory and said this vibration is a characteristic of the Vehicle (Pan Americanas) and it is completely normal. Which is a load of nonsense...the Style V6 has none of that vibration and I have driven another Pan Americana previously - none of this vibration. They have since brushed it off and said their is nothing they can do further to assist. I have had nothing but pleasure from the Style V6 for the past 75000km's, but I dread something packing up - these guys will hang you out to dry.
@maxwellluningo25827 ай бұрын
Keep on making videos like this😅
@Argosy167 ай бұрын
Ford ranger with lipstick 💄
@brayton66837 ай бұрын
The ranger is much more better looking
@nobody5277Ай бұрын
Good one😂
@Libra67jtc7 ай бұрын
Are long term reviews on this channel paid for reviews from the vehicle manufacturers ?????
@fakazishongwe34067 ай бұрын
D-Max any day, everyday...
@TheCarzilla7 ай бұрын
Watching the Amarok video on my 2 phones😁
@OTKSenior4 күн бұрын
Been in one. The interior build quality is very FORD. Very sketchy
@morgan28d6 ай бұрын
its a ford so no unless its got a vw diesel in it then no from a tiguan owner
@tshepo17997 ай бұрын
Hate the new intro. Need the old Ciro " Dream search drive" and then onto the video
@SDav217 ай бұрын
The build and interior quality of this new Amarok is so bad and a huge step down from the previous model. I don't understand why VW used Ford who is not known for building the best quality cars. Even the previous gen V6 diesel was way better and faster. German vs American engineering. The previous Amarok was so good so why did they need Ford? They could have just updated the previous one.
@junaidkadwa5637Ай бұрын
Amarock is the best
@schlix1016 ай бұрын
Volkswagen getting more and more renowned for their Auto Gearboxes going bang... Na, Ford for me. LOL! Let's hope the Amarok sticks with it's Ford inherited gearbox and that Ford does not learn anything about automatic (DSG) gearboxes from Volkswagen.
@rayrooney16 ай бұрын
Not really much more economical than the v6.
@TomorrowGaming997 ай бұрын
Its a mans car.
@beresheeth7 ай бұрын
Way way over priced! At 650k it would be something....
@kevin1.055-r2c7 ай бұрын
Your wife’s towel?💀
@rudzyeli7 ай бұрын
Can you please donate me your bike 🥹🥹🥹🥹
@NicoBotha-t2z7 ай бұрын
Its not a bakkie its a bakkietjie bakkies are longwheelbase workhorses not groceries getters
@liaanjoone9307 ай бұрын
The ford part is the mistake,now i dislike vw
@RJS0277 ай бұрын
your laptop bag analysis kinda lacks creative thinking