2015 Volkswagen Amarok named best 4×4 ute

4×4 Australia magazine award for the Volkswagen Amarok.

2015 Volkswagen Amarok named best 4x4 ute
2015 Volkswagen Amarok named best 4×4 ute – the Volkswagen Amarok has been named best 4×4 ute by 4×4 Australia.

The 2015 Volkswagen Amarok has been named 4×4 Australia Magazine’s Best in Class ute.

Beating home a strong field of finalists, the Volkswagen Amarok was praised by 4×4 Australia judges for it’s on road finesse, large and comfortable cabin, solid ‘work’ credentials and capable off-road ability.

Taking into factors such resale value, service costs, service back-up and aftermarket accessory support, the 4×4 Australia judges were particularly enthusiastic about the versatility that the Amarok provides, being able to cruise comfortably along the highway and tackle serious off-road work.

With a full rundown to be printed in the May edition of the magazine, this is the second time the Volkswagen ute, which has recently been upgraded for 2015, has taken the award after coming out on top in 2012.

Check out our most recent Volkswagen Amarok review.

In other Volkswagen news; Volkswagen Polo GTI returns and the Volkswagen Touareg gets a 2015 upgrade.

Joel Helmes