Does it fit?
The new second-generation Volkswagen Amarok is a total change-up for the German brand. Based on the same platform as the new Ford Ranger, the Amarok will ensure that the worlds of capable and premium will cross paths.
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With three new trim levels and a host of engine options to choose from, lovers of the Amarok nameplate will now have a choice as to their preferred drivetrain, but what of the load bay and its packing space? Will you be able to get your favourite gear in the back?
A good fit
The cargo box of the single-cab Amarok is 2,305 mm long and 1,224 mm wide; it provides space for two Euro pallets loaded sideways one behind the other. The space height is 529 mm in all versions. The double cab variant however only has a length of 1,544 mm available, but that is still plenty of room to fit an entire family's worth of bicycles. You won't be getting a bike inside the Amaroks cab even though the interior is rather roomy.
We do however recommend getting some form of bike carrier solution from a reputable supplier to prevent damaging the bed and sides over time.
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