2022 Volkswagen Amarok W580X goes on sale as prices increased

UPDATE, May 20, 2022: Volkswagen Amarok W580X on sale as prices increase

The Volkswagen Amarok W580X is officially on sale, with VW confirming 600 units are up for grabs.

The most hardcore variant of the Amarok range, Volkswagen's latest collaboration with Walkinshaw goes on-sale from $78,890 before on-road costs – a $1500 increase over its initial price listing when revealed last year.

In addition to the standard Amarok 580's 190kW/580Nm 3.0-litre turbo diesel V6, the W580X scores lifted springs, MTV twin tube dampers, wheel arch extenders, a 4mm-thick 5052 marine grade aluminium bash plate, steel rock sliders and a 75-watt LED light bar – just to name a few equipment upgrades.

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Joining the nearly 1400-strong line-up of Amaroks to roll out of Walkinshaw's Clayton facility, the W580X is aimed at the top end of the market who have supported the off-road focused ute, with VW claiming roughly 20 per cent of V6 Amarok sales have been fettled by Walkinshaw.

"The current generation Amarok is widely loved for V6 power and towing, and praised by media for still setting the on-road benchmark for driving dynamics," said Brand Director of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, Ryan Davies.

"The W580X retains this high watermark while adding authentically Australian elements perfect for the most rugged local off-road conditions."

Its debut comes just a handful of weeks before Volkswagen unveils the brand new, second-generation Amarok – based on the upcoming Ford Ranger.

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December 14, 2021: Volkswagen Amarok V6 W580X pricing and specs

The off-road-focused W580X VW Amarok, expected to arrive in showrooms during April 2022, has been developed by Australian company Walkinshaw Group.

Vehicles are sent from Argentina to the Melbourne-based Walkinshaw workshop to receive a significant makeover courtesy of its range of unique accessories.

Upgrades for the W580X Amarok start with an in-built LED light bar in the front bumper, 18-inch forged alloy wheels with Pirelli Scorpion all-terrain tyres, as well as a raised breather kit for what looks to include both front and rear differentials as well as the gearbox and transfer case.

Underbody protection is a major focus with this model, with some stout inclusions from the factory. Starting with a rear differential skid plate and a transmission bash plate, which runs from the front cross member covering the whole length of the transmission and transfer case.

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There is also a 4mm-thick alloy bash plate fitted to the front of the Amarok W580X, a substantial piece of metal designed to protect vital components in the front end while playing off road.

VW has also added some beefy looking side-steps to the W580X model, which look strong, but appear to mount to the body and clamp around the chassis instead of mounting directly to the chassis like a traditional rock slider.

Off-road-focused suspension upgrades have also been included, with thicker diameter twin-tube shock absorbers tuned for off-road conditions. The front end has been raised 40mm, which gives a more aggressive look while naturally providing much-needed boost in ground clearance.

Mechanically, the engine and driveline remain unchanged, rolling out with 190kW and 580Nm from the same V6 turbo-diesel motor found in the current 580 Amarok range.

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Optional extras for the W580X include a Seikel snorkel at an additional $1390, and a luxury pack featuring 14-way heated front electric seats wrapped in Vienna leather as well as VW’s Discover Media infotainment unit with inbuilt navigation for an additional $4690.

Pricing for the off-road-orientated Amarok V6 W580X starts at $77,390, not including premium paint.