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Amarok I · 2016–2020
The Volkswagen Amarok 3.0 V6 TDI 224 4MOTION of the Amarok I generation uses the EA897 3.0 V6 TDI diesel engine with 224 hp.
Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.
Specification source : [1] AutoKarnet
224 hp (165 kW), all-wheel drive, 8-speed automatic. Built from 2016 to 2020.
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On a pick-up, identify the actual drivetrain (two- or four-wheel drive, low range) before adding axle and transfer-case servicing. After off-road or towing use, have the gaiters, leaf springs and load-bed mountings checked.
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Among the Amarok I pages, the 2.0 BiTDI 180 4MOTION 180 hp offers a comparison: 180 hp (132 kW), EA189 2.0 TDI, 1 968 cm³, 8-speed automatic, 2010–2016. The version on this page has 224 hp (165 kW), EA897 3.0 V6 TDI, 2 967 cm³, 8-speed automatic, 2016–2020. When requesting a quote, specify the output and gearbox; the marketing name alone does not identify the correct parts.
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≈: estimated reference — the vehicle’s service indicator prevails.
≈ 30,000 km or 2 years
Typical interval: 30,000 km or 24 months, whichever comes first. VW 507.00 — Engine, model year and severe use may require a shorter interval; do not exceed the service warning. The listed oil approvals are not interchangeable: check the one for the engine.
Source [1]Every 2 years
Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.
Source [1]60,000 km or 4 years
Replace more often in dusty conditions.
Source [1]30,000 km or 2 years
Often replaced at each service; earlier if smells or persistent misting appear.
Source [1]60,000 km or 4 years
Drain any water at each service; a clogged filter causes loss of power.
Source [1]The EA897 3.0 V6 TDI diesel engine (2 967 cc), 224 hp (165 kW).
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A VW 507.00-approved oil suited to the EA897 3.0 V6 TDI engine.
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This page covers Volkswagen Amarok I 3.0 V6 TDI 224 4MOTION 224 hp, pick-up, 2016–2020, with 224 hp (165 kW), EA897 3.0 V6 TDI, 2 967 cm³, 8-speed automatic, 2016–2020. Compare these details with the registration document and gearbox identification. The designation EA897 3.0 V6 TDI may cover several revisions: a VIN is still needed to confirm part numbers.
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