Used Volkswagen Amarok Towbar
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Choosing the right used Volkswagen Amarok towbar
Used towbars vary between vehicles - and whether you call it used, second hand or a replacement, matching the right one matters. These are the details breakers need to match the right part to your car - our request form asks them so you only hear from suppliers with the correct part:
- State whether it's fixed, detachable or swan-neck
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Fitment questions
Will a towbar from an older Volkswagen Amarok fit my newer one?
The Amarok ran in two distinct generations: the original Mk1 (2010–2022) and the Mk2 (2023-onwards), which is built on a completely different platform shared with the Ford Ranger. Towbars are not interchangeable between these two generations, so you must match the generation to your vehicle. If you are buying within the same generation, confirm with the breaker against your registration in case of any mid-run pressing or receiver changes.
Does the Volkswagen Amarok actually have a towbar – is it a standard fit?
Yes, the Amarok is a pickup truck with a genuine towing capability and towbars were a factory-approved accessory or dealer-fitted option across both the Mk1 (2010–2022) and Mk2 (2023-onwards) generations. Aftermarket towbars are also widely available new, so a used example from a breaker is a legitimate and sensible purchase. The Amarok's pickup body style means towbar fitment points are straightforwardly accessible compared with a car.
Does it matter which engine or trim my Amarok has – will a towbar from a Trendline fit a Highline or Aventura?
Engine and trim level do not affect towbar fitment on the Amarok – the mounting points on the chassis are the same regardless of whether the donor vehicle was a base Startline, a Trendline, a Highline, or a top-spec Aventura. Focus on matching the generation rather than the trim badge. The only cosmetic difference you might notice is that higher-spec vehicles sometimes had a tidier tow-electrics loom, but the towbar itself will bolt on the same way.
I have a 2019 Amarok – will a towbar from a 2015 car fit?
Both a 2015 and a 2019 Amarok sit within the Mk1 generation (2010–2022), so in principle the chassis mounting points are the same and the towbar should be compatible. However, Volkswagen did make updates to the Amarok during the Mk1 run, so before you buy confirm with the breaker by giving them your exact registration to check against the donor vehicle.
Can I use a Mk1 Amarok towbar on a Mk2 Amarok (2023 onwards)?
No – the Mk2 Amarok launched in 2023 on a new platform co-developed with Ford, and the rear end structure is fundamentally different from the Mk1 (2010–2022). A towbar from a Mk1 will not fit a Mk2, and you should source a towbar specifically from the correct generation. Always confirm with the breaker using your registration to be certain.
Does wheelbase matter when buying a used Amarok towbar?
The Amarok has been sold predominantly in a single Double Cab body style in the UK throughout both generations, which simplifies matters considerably. If you are in any doubt about whether a donor vehicle matches yours exactly – for example if you have sourced a vehicle registered abroad – confirm the body style and wheelbase with the breaker against your registration before purchasing.