The Volkswagen Amarok single cab will make its South African debut at the 2011 Nampo Harvest Day in Bothaville, North West on May 17.
Nearly 2500 Amarok double-cabs have been sold in South Africa since its launch here in 2010, and now the single cab versions will complete the model range when retail starts early in July.
They will offer the same pair of 2-litre oil-burning engines as the double-cab, namely a 90kW TDI and 120kW biTDI. Buyers will also be able to choose between rear-wheel drive and four-wheel drive configurations.
The basic “workhorse” model will have a lower trim specification than the current double-cab models, but the Comfortline trim level will also be offered for those seeking more comfort. There's no indication on pricing as yet - that'll be revealed closer to the on-sale date.
VWSA’s commercial vehicle boss, Jaco Steenkamp, said: “We have been overwhelmed by the response the double cab has received in the past six months. Now the single cab will extend the Amarok range to the most competitive segment of the bakkie market - and we believe the success of the double cab has laid a strong foundation for the Amarok to be major player in this segment.”
Visitors to VW’s Nampo stand will get to meet the legendary Sarel “Supervan” van der Merwe, brand ambassador for the Amarok, who will take lucky visitors on to the off-road course to experience the South American truck's capabilities first-hand.