When planning for a great adventure, you also have to make sure your vehicle is safe and ready to handle any situation. And one of the most obvious things to fit to your vehicle is a bull bar.
Looking for the best bull bar for your Volkswagen Amarok?
We’ve compiled and reviewed 5 of the best bull bars that you can buy in Australia to help make your buying decision easier.
| AFN Bullbar (Full) | Rival Bullbar | Ironman Commercial Bullbar | XROX bullbar | Max Gen II Bar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Our Pick  |  | Best Value  |  |  | |
Amarok 2010 - Onwards | All Amarok | Amarok 11/2016 - Onwards | Amarok 4Cyl 02/11-05/17 | Amarok V6 & 4Cyl (09/16 Onwards) | |
Steel | Alloy | Steel | Steel | Steel | |
Powder-coated | Powder-coated | Powder-coated | Powder-coated | Powder-coated | |
12,000 lbs | Yes | 12,000 lbs | 9,000 lbs | Yes | |
Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
50 kg | 70 kg | 80 kg | 65 kg | 90 kg |
Best Bull Bars for VW Amarok Australia
AFN Bullbar (Full)
Our Pick
AFN bull bars are one of the finest on the market and they truly deserve our top pick.
Unlike regular boxy, shiny bull bars, the AFN bull bar has a more aggressive, rugged, yet modern look thanks to its seamless design and satin powder-coat finish.
At only 50kg, the AFN bull bars are one of the lightest steel bull bars in the market. Yet they boast high strength that can handle a collision with just about anything you’re likely to meet in Australia.
Like most modern bull bars, they are airbag and winch compatible up to 12,000 lbs making them ideal for heavy vehicles doing serious off-roading.
Furthermore, they have built-in recovery points that are strength rated.
In saying this, the manufacturers and most serious off-roaders recommend using the designated recovery points on the chassis rather than the bull bar because of their positioning.
AFN bullbars have built-in fog and indicator lights, as well as mounts for spotlights and aerials should you wish to customise your bull bar.
The AFN bull bar is one of the most expensive bull bars on the market, yet they can be hard to get due to their demand.
Nevertheless, if you have some extra money to spend, it’s a great option for those looking for a lightweight, yet strong unit.
Rival Bull Bar
Best Alloy Bull Bar
If you’re looking for a long-term bullbar that doesn't rust or corrode, the Rival bull bar is one option that you should consider.
Unlike your traditional aluminium bull bar which is shiny and looks outdated, the Rival bullbar is powder-coated and designed with lots of edges to achieve a tough modern look.
Plus, it’s made with 6mm aluminium alloy which gives it the strength it needs to handle collisions without the extra weight of a steel bull bar.
It has integrated recovery points as well as an option to include fog lights. Aerial and light mounts are also included.
A few things to note about alloy bull bars is that, unlike steel, they're harder to work with when damaged. If you do cop a big hit to your bar and warp it substantially, it might need replacing rather than repairing, which is expensive.
Another thing to be aware of is that the Rival bull bar doesn’t have headlight protection like the AFN and Ironman Commercial bull bar.
Nevertheless, this is still a solid option for protection against animals with occasional use on off-road trails.
Ironman Commercial Bullbar
Best Value