The Dark Label special edition has returned to the Volkswagen Amarok ute – the first time in its current generation – and is under consideration for Australia.
The current Volkswagen Amarok has gained a new Dark Label grade in Europe, reviving a name applied to special edition versions of the previous-generation ute.
Volkswagen Australia has confirmed the Amarok Dark Label, on sale now in Germany, is "under consideration" for our market.
In Europe, the Dark Label is based on the diesel V6 version of the mid-spec Style, adding unique badging, matte black 20-inch alloy wheels, darkened exterior trim, and black 'ArtVelour' microfleece upholstery.
It also gains rear privacy glass, darkened tail-light lenses, a black tailgate handle, and Dark Label badging on its steering wheel and front carpet floor mats.
Available colours for the Amarok Dark Label are limited to Midnight Black, Dark Grey and Bright Blue.
It is fitted with the Amarok's 184kW/600Nm 3.0-litre turbocharged diesel V6 engine matched to a 10-speed automatic transmission and full-time four-wheel-drive.
As the Dark Label is based on the Amarok Style diesel V6, it would likely be positioned slightly above this grade if it is locked in for Australia, with the Style TDI600 priced from $73,740 before on-road costs.
The Dark Label special edition was first offered for the previous-generation Volkswagen Amarok in 2014, including in Australia, before it returned with a facelift and V6 diesel power in 2018.
Volkswagen Australia also offered 'Black Edition' versions of the previous Amarok, while its first special edition for the current-generation ute was the off-road-focused '10 Deserts Edition' launched this year.
The brand is yet to confirm if the Ford Ranger-based Amarok – which is built in South Africa – will be impacted by the global removal of the 2.0-litre bi-turbo four-cylinder diesel from its donor car.
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