Ranger-Based Volkswagen Amarok Starting To Take Shape

The upcoming generation of the Volkswagen Amarok will essentially be thelong-lost German twinof the newFord Rangeras the two will be sharing the same platform. This decision was made as the two automotive giants announced a strategic partnership that also includes sharing parts of the European Volkswagen Caddy and Ford Tourneo.

Ourfirst view of the Volkswagen Amarokwas provided to us with a very dynamic-looking sketch detailing a roughed front design with bold recovery points and a chunky anti-scuff plate. Additional design highlights include a slim LED light bar that runs along a silver finish dividing the grille. A black trim located beneath this and to the sides of the bumpers contrasts the blue paint applied to the muscular panels.

Giving us more of an impression of what the upcoming truck will look like areyet another round of sketchesthat preview the side and rear design. Based on the sketch style, we can assume that these designs form part of the same portfolio from which the first sketch was derived. Considering these are concept art impressions, thefinal product may look very differentfrom this.

The first sketch shows us a clean side profile that is broken by a series of dynamic lines found along the wheel arches and doors. A sports bar has been integrated into the rear panels while a sharkfin antenna and slim rocker panels provide modern but rugged cues. The finishing touch is provided by a set of chunky all-terrain tires affixed to a slick set of alloy wheels.