New Volkswagen Amarok Coming in 2027

Volkswagen is preparing a new Amarok for Latin America, and early teasers are giving us the first clues about what the 2027 pickup could look like. While the Amarok name is familiar, this upcoming model will be very different from the truck currently sold in global markets.

The present second generation Amarok arrived in 2022 and shares much of its engineering with the Ford Ranger. The new Latin American version takes another path. It will be based on the Maxus Terron 9 from SAIC, a large pickup introduced in 2024, but Volkswagen is giving the truck its own exterior identity.

The front end is expected to be one of the biggest visual changes. Volkswagen’s teasers reveal slim light emitting diode strips positioned near the hood, along with another lighting element stretching across much of the front. The main headlights are expected to sit lower, while a wide grille with horizontal bars should give the Amarok a more substantial appearance. The rear remains a mystery, although unique taillights and a Volkswagen specific tailgate are expected.

Underneath the new body, the Maxus platform opens the door to several interesting powertrain possibilities. A 2.5 liter turbocharged diesel engine producing around 224 horsepower is already available in the related Maxus, paired with an 8 speed ZF automatic transmission. A version of this combination could become the starting point for the Amarok.

Even more interesting is the expected plug in hybrid model. Local reports suggest output could exceed 470 horsepower and 800 Newton meters of torque, which would make this a seriously powerful Amarok.

The Maxus provides an idea of its potential size as well, measuring about 5,500 millimeters long, 2,005 millimeters wide and 1,874 millimeters tall, with a 3,300 millimeter wheelbase.

Volkswagen plans to launch the new Amarok in Latin America in 2027, with production taking place at its General Pacheco factory in Argentina. For Amarok fans, this could become one of the most interesting versions of Volkswagen’s pickup yet.