12-04-2025 00:00 via drive.com.au

Volkswagen’s new small ute not coming to Australia

Plans for a Subaru Brumby-like compact VW pick-up – possibly inspired by this concept car – will be exclusive to developing markets such as South America, with less stringent safety standards.
2018 VW Tarok concept.
A new small, car-derived ute being developed by Volkswagen for emerging markets is not destined for Australian showrooms as a junior sibling to the heavy-duty Amarok.It is the latest compact ‘lifestyle’ pick-up available overseas to be ruled out for Australia,
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