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The Grand Tour tests Ranger, Amarok and X-Class

This week Jeremy, James and Richard are reviewing something very close to the average South African’s heart – the double cab bakkie.

The Grand Tour tests Ranger, Amarok and X-Class
The Grand Tour tests Ranger, Amarok and X-Class — photographed for Leisure Wheels

In case you haven’t seen the latest episode of The Grand Tour, drop whatever you’re doing now and check it out.

This week Jeremy, James and Richard are reviewing something very close to the average South African’s heart – the double cab bakkie.

More specifically, they’re testing the VW Amarok, Ford Ranger and Mercedes X-Class.

While the tests conducted are slightly ridiculous, they do give some insight into the power, comfort and off-road ability of the three vehicles.

Check out the trailer below:

It never felt like it was working hard, and after 2 400 kilometres, neither did I.

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