A NEW special edition of Volkswagen's Amarok pick-up is being launched - complete with £8,500 worth of extra kit.

Named the Amarok Canyon and on sale in April, the newcomer will cost from £28,990 excluding VAT.

Based on the popular Trendline trim but boasting hi tech features and rugged styling, the Canyon includes goodies like sat-nav with six-inch colour touchscreen, Bluetooth, unique styling bars, 19-inch alloy wheels and heated leather seats.

Drivers also benefit from front and rear parking sensors, privacy glass, a protective coating for the load area, a matt black roll cover, interior floor mats and high-gloss black side styling bars and rear bumper. 

And the Canyon's individual style continues inside with a two-tone leather upholstery combination, while the leather-covered steering wheel and gear knob have orange stitching.

When ordered in Copper Orange the air vent surrounds are matched to the vehicle's exterior colour, and there's also the option of a bar of safari lights for £945.

Power comes via a 2.0-litre BiTDI diesel engine producing 180PS and there's a towing capacity of up to 3,200kg. 

Customers can choose between a six-speed manual with selectable 4MOTION or an eight-speed auto with permanent 4MOTION. 

The automatic version boasts BlueMotion Technology modifications which include low rolling resistance tyres, Start/Stop and regenerative braking for better economy.

Prices are from £28,990 (ex-VAT) for the manual transmission model rising to £30,720 for the auto, and 350 vehicles will be available to UK customers.