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Amarok ‘Dark Label’ return? VW trademark hints at special edition
A fresh local trademark application suggests Volkswagen might revive the “Dark Label” badge in SA, potentially hinting at a special-edition version of the 2nd-gen Amarok…
Remember the “Dark Label” badge Volkswagen used on a special-edition version of the original Amarok? Well, a fresh trademark filing in South Africa suggests the German firm might be thinking about reviving this nameplate.
Yes, Cars.co.za has discovered that VW’s head office in Wolfsburg filed to trademark the “Dark Label” badge in South Africa as recently as June 2024, with the application currently listed as “pending”.
Though this moniker could theoretically be applied to any of the German automaker’s products, we’d speculate that a limited-run version of the Amarok is the most likely candidate. After all, that’s the model – albeit in previous-gen form – on which this badge was used locally before (though, for the record, it’s since been applied to the Caddy in some markets, too).
Interestingly, Volkswagen also filed to trademark the “Black Label” nameplate in Mzansi, making this application a month earlier, in May 2024. However, this badge seems a little less likely to be rolled out locally considering alcoholic-beverage company Carling has long used the same name for a popular beer.
A fresh local trademark application suggests Volkswagen might revive the “Dark Label” badge in SA, potentially hinting at a special-edition version of the 2nd-gen Amarok…
Remember the “Dark Label” badge Volkswagen used on a special-edition version of the original Amarok? Well, a fresh trademark filing in South Africa suggests the German firm might be thinking about reviving this nameplate.
Yes, Cars.co.za has discovered that VW’s head office in Wolfsburg filed to trademark the “Dark Label” badge in South Africa as recently as June 2024, with the application currently listed as “pending”.
Though this moniker could theoretically be applied to any of the German automaker’s products, we’d speculate that a limited-run version of the Amarok is the most likely candidate. After all, that’s the model – albeit in previous-gen form – on which this badge was used locally before (though, for the record, it’s since been applied to the Caddy in some markets, too).
Interestingly, Volkswagen also filed to trademark the “Black Label” nameplate in Mzansi, making this application a month earlier, in May 2024. However, this badge seems a little less likely to be rolled out locally considering alcoholic-beverage company Carling has long used the same name for a popular beer.
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Life with a VW Amarok | Running costs
The other day an esteemed colleague in our building's motoring hub had an enthusiastic chat about the benefits of ladder-frame vehicle ownership. Whether a hardy double-cab or spacious three-row sport-utility vehicle, a model with these rugged underpinnings is rarely a choice one can go wrong...
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Most Fuel-Efficient Double-Cab Bakkies in SA
Are you looking for the most fuel-efficient double-cab bakkie currently on offer in South Africa? Here they are…
Double-cab bakkies aren’t often associated with fuel efficiency, but that doesn’t mean that they’re all thirsty gas-guzzlers! In fact, this list highlights the most fuel-efficient double-cab bakkies on the market right now!
Double-cab bakkies serve multiple purposes in South Africa. They are workhorses, but they are also family vehicles used for a wide variety of leisure activities. They are often seen clambering up rocky mountain roads or towing boats and other leisure vehicles and accessories.
For the average double-cab bakkie buyer in South Africa, outright capability is sometimes more important than fuel efficiency, but if you consider that these vehicles often commute within the city too, then fuel efficiency becomes more relevant. Also, with fuel prices on the rise, you’d be wise to account for it. After all, fuel efficiency has a direct impact on the overall cost of ownership of the vehicle and it should form part of your decision-making process when you are looking to buy a double-cab bakkie.
Note that this list is determined according to claimed manufacturer fuel consumption figures. In the real world, consumption will vary depending on factors such as driving style, load, road and terrain conditions and so forth, so consider this a guideline when looking for the most economical bakkie.
Pricing details are accurate as of March 2025.
Most Fuel Efficient Double-Cab Bakkies in SA
1. Ford Ranger 2.0 SiT XL manual – 6.9 L/100 km
2. Volkswagen Amarok 125 kW / Life double-cab – 6.9 L/100km
3. Toyota Hilux 2.4GD-6 Raider / SR – 7.1 L/100 km
4. Nissan Navara SE / SE Plus – 7.2 L/100km
5. Isuzu D-Max 1.9TD L – 7.3 L /100km
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Are you looking for the most fuel-efficient double-cab bakkie currently on offer in South Africa? Here they are…
Double-cab bakkies aren’t often associated with fuel efficiency, but that doesn’t mean that they’re all thirsty gas-guzzlers! In fact, this list highlights the most fuel-efficient double-cab bakkies on the market right now!
Double-cab bakkies serve multiple purposes in South Africa. They are workhorses, but they are also family vehicles used for a wide variety of leisure activities. They are often seen clambering up rocky mountain roads or towing boats and other leisure vehicles and accessories.
For the average double-cab bakkie buyer in South Africa, outright capability is sometimes more important than fuel efficiency, but if you consider that these vehicles often commute within the city too, then fuel efficiency becomes more relevant. Also, with fuel prices on the rise, you’d be wise to account for it. After all, fuel efficiency has a direct impact on the overall cost of ownership of the vehicle and it should form part of your decision-making process when you are looking to buy a double-cab bakkie.
Note that this list is determined according to claimed manufacturer fuel consumption figures. In the real world, consumption will vary depending on factors such as driving style, load, road and terrain conditions and so forth, so consider this a guideline when looking for the most economical bakkie.
Pricing details are accurate as of March 2025.
Most Fuel Efficient Double-Cab Bakkies in SA
1. Ford Ranger 2.0 SiT XL manual – 6.9 L/100 km
2. Volkswagen Amarok 125 kW / Life double-cab – 6.9 L/100km
3. Toyota Hilux 2.4GD-6 Raider / SR – 7.1 L/100 km
4. Nissan Navara SE / SE Plus – 7.2 L/100km
5. Isuzu D-Max 1.9TD L – 7.3 L /100km
Most Fuel-Efficient Double-Cab Bakkies in SA
We list South Africa's most fuel-efficient double-cab bakkies currently on sale. See which pick-ups drink the least amount of fuel.
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Beefed-up VW Amarok W-Series for SA?
The upcoming Volkswagen Amarok W-Series – a beefed-up flagship developed in Australia – could potentially be offered in South Africa, according to a new report…
In early 2026, the new Volkswagen Amarok W-Series – a beefed-up flagship derivative developed by the Walkinshaw Group – is expected to hit the market in Australia. Fascinatingly, a fresh report from Down Under suggests that it could come to South Africa, too.
As a reminder, Melbourne-based automotive engineering firm Walkinshaw first partnered with VW to create various W-Series derivatives based on the original Amarok, available in Australia from 2020 to 2022. And the 2 companies have now confirmed that a new halo variant based on the 2nd-generation bakkie is very much under development.
Of course, the 2nd-gen Amarok is built exclusively in South Africa, rolling off Ford’s Silverton production line alongside the Ranger. Does that mean the as-yet-unrevealed new W-Series could be offered in Mzansi, too?
Well, a new report from carsales.com.au suggests so, saying “global VW executives” are mulling the idea of offering the upcoming Amarok W-Series double cab in markets outside of Australia, “pending operational viability”.
The upcoming Volkswagen Amarok W-Series – a beefed-up flagship developed in Australia – could potentially be offered in South Africa, according to a new report…
In early 2026, the new Volkswagen Amarok W-Series – a beefed-up flagship derivative developed by the Walkinshaw Group – is expected to hit the market in Australia. Fascinatingly, a fresh report from Down Under suggests that it could come to South Africa, too.
As a reminder, Melbourne-based automotive engineering firm Walkinshaw first partnered with VW to create various W-Series derivatives based on the original Amarok, available in Australia from 2020 to 2022. And the 2 companies have now confirmed that a new halo variant based on the 2nd-generation bakkie is very much under development.
Of course, the 2nd-gen Amarok is built exclusively in South Africa, rolling off Ford’s Silverton production line alongside the Ranger. Does that mean the as-yet-unrevealed new W-Series could be offered in Mzansi, too?
Well, a new report from carsales.com.au suggests so, saying “global VW executives” are mulling the idea of offering the upcoming Amarok W-Series double cab in markets outside of Australia, “pending operational viability”.
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LONG-TERM UPDATE 7 | Wrapping up our time with the VW Amarok 2.0 TDI
Tshwane-built VW workhorse proves its usefulness
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