New 4x4

[SussexFallow]

Looking at buying a new pickup to replace the Defender. Think I've narrowed it down to a Toyota Hilux or Volkswagen Amarok
anyone using either and what's your opinion

 

[rodp]

Would it not be a good move to wait a while, when the Defender finally stops production here prices may shoot up ?

 

[pierred]

You had a good look at the ranger Steve.

 

[SussexFallow]

Not really considered the ranger. Had the navarra.

 

[re'M'ington]

I have a Hilux Invincible 3.0 D4D and it is superb,I did have an L200 before and although very good the Hilux knocks it into a cocked hat mate,you wouldn't go wrong going for one.

Martin

 

[PDP123]

hi ive had 2 amarocks both good motors plenty of room in the cab.Not enough room in the cab of a toyota for me.

 

[sako 75]

I've got a Amarok at the moment and am going to trade it in for the new hilux when it's available sometime early 2016. The Amarok is a good pickup but mines had to many problems.( erg valve.leaking doors.poor handbrake,bad to get in low box).The reasons for going for the hilux are the lower price,3500kg towing limit and the BASC discount deal.

 

[Orion]

I've had 2 Amaroks - 2011 Manual and current 2013 8 Speed Auto.

Early (2011) Amaroks were rushed onto the UK market and the Highlines in particular were cobbled together with things like aftermarket parking sensors and alarms rather than genuine VW components. Some gearbox issues also reported.

Current 8 speed ZF auto 'box Amaroks are a dream to drive even off-road - like a Golf on steroids and the only vehicle I've driven long distances and felt like going further, (Devon to Glencoe non-stop). I tried most of the other manufacturer's offerings at the time VW swapped mine over just in case and they didn't come close. Two years later and some newer models are coming to market but in your position I'd get a short list together and give them a good back to back drive before deciding.

 

[JTO]

I thought the VW pickups were made by Toyota, or were they made under license in Germany?

 

[Orion]

I thought the VW pickups were made by Toyota, or were they made under license in Germany?

That was way back in 1989. The VW Taro was a re-badged Toyota and done as an excercise for both companies benefit - VW didn't have a pickupo, Toyota wanted more european market penetration.

 

[Taff]

Don,t know if it's the same model exacle over there as here, but there seems to be problems with the new Toyota engine, the new ford ranger is the biggest seller over here, and every other vehicle seems to be a Ute.

 

[8885]

Try the Isuzu D MAX very good value for money and does everything you want, most farmers round this way are all in them.

 

[Essex stalker]

Just about to sell our works Isuzu D Max because no longer need it but have to say its been a great vehicle, comfort of a family car with 4 seats but with the advantage of the off road capability and pick up back. I would recommend them to anyone

 

[Tomsk]

Hilux really good; you'll get a good reduction via BSAC membership
they are well known for having clutch issues if used for high weight towing; requiring clutch replacement more often than others.

TOMSK

 

[SamHuntVic]

Have you had a look at the Mazda BT50? Diff lock, hill descent assist standard. Have just ticked over 5000km in this one and some in very bad terrain, couldn't fault it. This one's auto, my first 4x4 auto, wish I'd done it sooner.
Made in the same factory as the Ford Ranger and essentially the same only much cheaper.View attachment 58113
Grant.

 

[big ears]

Cannot find the BT50 on any current site. Are they still making them? I too have been looking to trade in Defender 90. Had short list of Isuzu, Toyota or VW. Looks like not much to choose between them but am leaning to Isuzu as get 5 year warranty. BASC also give a discount (not as much as Toyota but still worth it).

anyone had bad experience?

BE