Who builds the new VW Amarok engine?
The new VW Amarok uses engines built by Ford and Volkswagen Group: Ford furnishes the 2.0-litre EcoBlue diesel for most variants, while VW Group provides the 3.0-litre V6 TDI for higher-spec models.
The question of who builds the Amarok’s engine centers on a cross-company collaboration between VW and Ford. To deliver a modern, capable midsize pickup, the two manufacturers share powertrain architecture and supply engines from their respective families, aligning engineering and production across markets.
Engine options and manufacturers
Below is a breakdown of the two primary engine options used in the Amarok and which company builds each one.
- 2.0-litre EcoBlue BiTurbo diesel (inline-4) — built by Ford as part of the EcoBlue family; tuned for Amarok and geared toward efficiency and strong mid-range torque.
- 3.0-litre V6 TDI — VW Group’s own TDI engine family; manufactured by VW Group and used in the higher-spec Amarok variants for richer performance and torque.
In short, the Amarok’s powertrains are a direct result of the Ford-VW collaboration: Ford supplies the 2.0 EcoBlue unit, and VW supplies the 3.0 L V6 TDI for the top trims.
Manufacturing and collaboration context
The engines are produced by their respective parent companies’ facilities as part of the joint development program between Ford and VW. The collaboration aims to share engineering costs, reduce time-to-market, and deliver a modern, capable pickup with a diversified powertrain lineup.
Why this matters for buyers
Choosing between the two engine options means weighing efficiency and torque (2.0 EcoBlue in most trims) against peak performance and high-end torque (3.0 V6 TDI in premium variants). Reliability and service networks generally align with each engine’s original manufacturer, which matters for maintenance across different regions.
Summary
The new VW Amarok’s engines come from two sources due to a Ford-VW collaboration: Ford builds the 2.0-litre EcoBlue BiTurbo diesel, while VW Group manufactures the 3.0-litre V6 TDI for upper trims.
Who makes the VW Amarok engine?
Ford
There is currently a choice of two engines in the Amarok, both diesel Ford engines manufactured in the UK and shipped out: the 205 hp four-cylinder and the 236 hp V6. The previous Amarok was fitted with VW engines and the V6 was very popular.
Does the new Amarok have a Land Rover engine?
A 3.0-litre Ford-Jaguar Land Rover-developed AJD-V6 engine is available as the most powerful option, which provides power output of 177 kW (241 PS; 237 hp) or 184 kW (250 PS; 247 hp) dependent on the market.
Are the Ford Ranger and VW Amarok the same engine?
VW Amarok Engines VW Amarok vs Ford Ranger
The VW Amarok engines shares its engine lineup with the Ford Ranger, featuring a base 168bhp 2.0-litre diesel with a six-speed manual gearbox.
Is the VW Amarok using a Ford engine?
A line-up of Ford-sourced but Volkswagen-developed engines will make their way into the second-generation Amarok. Volkswagen has unveiled its second-generation Amarok and in doing so has locked in the details for its new engine line-up – but the Ford Ranger Raptor's 292kW petrol V6 is not on the cards.
