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![2021 Mazda BT-50 australia](https://assets.whichcar.com.au/image/upload/s--XTAk790O--/ar_1.5170212765957447,c_fill,f_auto,q_auto:good/c_scale,w_300/v1/archive/whichcar/2020/09/22/-1/Mazda-BT-50-main.jpg )
2021 Mazda BT-50 price and features
Australian pricing for the new iteration of Mazda's popular ute range
![Bowler Defender](https://assets.whichcar.com.au/image/upload/s--B0IAd5Fv--/ar_1.5170212765957447,c_fill,f_auto,q_auto:good/c_scale,w_300/v1/archive/whichcar/2020/11/05/-1/Bowler-MAIN-2.jpg )
Classic Defender shape to live on via Bowler Motors
Time to swap the tweed jacket for a Nomex race suit, as the Defender bites back.
![Jeep Gladiator Top Dog Concept](https://assets.whichcar.com.au/image/upload/s--nF6a9op5--/ar_1.5170212765957447,c_fill,f_auto,q_auto:good/c_scale,w_300/v1/archive/whichcar/2020/11/03/130288/FCA-Gladiator-SEMA-Aussie-1.jpg )
Jeep's Gladiator Top Dog Concept has an Aussie flavour
Patriot Campers and Redarc Electronics feature on Jeep Gladiator SEMA 360 show car
![2022 GMC Hummer EV revealed](https://assets.whichcar.com.au/image/upload/s--vaFWTWqM--/ar_1.5170212765957447,c_fill,f_auto,q_auto:good/c_scale,w_300/v1/archive/whichcar/2020/10/21/-1/Hummer-EV-Main-1.jpg )
GMC reveals open-air Hummer EV
Hummer brand is reborn as an EV that's loaded with clever off-road technology
![Beach driving tips](https://assets.whichcar.com.au/image/upload/s--xnoeg_uX--/ar_1.5170212765957447,c_fill,f_auto,q_auto:good/c_scale,w_300/v1/archive/whichcar/2020/10/20/31915/beach-drive-1.jpg )
Top 5 tips for driving a 4x4 on the beach
Here's how to safely enjoy your 4x4 trip to the beach.
![November 2020 issue of 4X4 Australia is out now](https://assets.whichcar.com.au/image/upload/s--kSqVtaQM--/ar_1.5170212765957447,c_fill,f_auto,q_auto:good/c_scale,w_300/v1/archive/whichcar/2020/10/15/-1/1422x948_web_cover.jpg )
Epic November issue is OUT NOW!
Beach-dwelling GQ Patrol, 200 Series single-cab, and the all-new D-MAX versus Ranger Wildtrak. All in the November 2020 issue.
![2020 Isuzu MU-X ONYX](https://assets.whichcar.com.au/image/upload/s--h2D96yYi--/ar_1.5170212765957447,c_fill,f_auto,q_auto:good/c_scale,w_300/v1/archive/whichcar/2020/10/12/-1/MU-X-Onyx-2.jpg )
Isuzu unveils special edition MU-X ONYX
It mightn’t be the next-gen model, but IUA has revealed its first ever special edition MU-X.
![Ford Ranger](https://assets.whichcar.com.au/image/upload/s--o-VDMPok--/ar_1.5170212765957447,c_fill,f_auto,q_auto:good/c_scale,w_300/v1/archive/whichcar/2020/10/05/-1/Ranger-2.jpg )
Ford Ranger leads the recovery of 4x4 sales
The Ford Ranger and Toyota Hilux get 4x4 sales back on an upwards trend.
![2021 Toyota Hilux Rogue and Rugged X](https://assets.whichcar.com.au/image/upload/s--Xrd9VKFA--/ar_1.5170212765957447,c_fill,f_auto,q_auto:good/c_scale,w_300/v1/archive/whichcar/2020/09/28/-1/Hilux-2.jpg )
More power for Hilux Rugged X and Rogue
Toyota's locally developed halo models receive performance and equipment upgrades.
![2021 Mahindra Thar](https://assets.whichcar.com.au/image/upload/s--U-zfCayf--/ar_1.5170212765957447,c_fill,f_auto,q_auto:good/c_scale,w_300/v1/archive/whichcar/2020/09/22/-1/Thar-1.jpg )
Mahindra Thar coming to Australia in 2021
A closer look at the Jeep-like Thar, which is set to land locally in 2021.
![2021 Ford Ranger FX4 MAX debuts](https://assets.whichcar.com.au/image/upload/s--YbFGxdWG--/ar_1.5170212765957447,c_fill,f_auto,q_auto:good/c_scale,w_300/v1/archive/whichcar/2020/09/18/-1/Ranger-FX4-1.jpg )
Ford debuts Raptor-lite Ranger FX4 MAX
Rock-ready FX4 MAX revealed, with Aussie-tuned suspension and Ford's 2.0-litre powertrain.
![4X4 Australia October 2020](https://assets.whichcar.com.au/image/upload/s--K69XOEoH--/ar_1.5170212765957447,c_fill,f_auto,q_auto:good/c_scale,w_300/v1/archive/whichcar/2020/09/17/-1/1422x948_web_cover.jpg )
October 2020 issue of 4X4 Australia is out now
V8-powered 1983 Bronco XLT, an ultimate Unimog recovery rig, Ram 1500 vs Silverado 1500, and stacks more in the October 2020 mag.
![2021 D-MAX gets five-star safety rating](https://assets.whichcar.com.au/image/upload/s--2HRCqSE3--/ar_1.5170212765957447,c_fill,f_auto,q_auto:good/c_scale,w_300/v1/archive/whichcar/2020/09/16/-1/dmax-ancap-2.jpg )
2021 D-MAX gets five-star safety rating
All-new D-MAX passes stringent new criteria to achieve five-star ANCAP safety rating.
![GMC Hummer EV](https://assets.whichcar.com.au/image/upload/s--awI-zG84--/ar_1.5170212765957447,c_fill,f_auto,q_auto:good/c_scale,w_300/v1/archive/whichcar/2020/09/16/-1/Hummer-EV-2.jpg )
Hummer EV teased, gets Crab Mode steering
Hummer EV coming in October, bringing with it a unique feature.
![2021 Ford Ranger XLT Double Cab Chassis](https://assets.whichcar.com.au/image/upload/s--4FBrafrC--/ar_1.5170212765957447,c_fill,f_auto,q_auto:good/c_scale,w_300/v1/archive/whichcar/2020/09/10/-1/Ranger-XLT.jpg )
Ford Australia unveils XLT Double Cab Chassis
Ford Australia to sell Ranger XLT variant, sans the rear tub.
![DEFENDER MAIN 1 Jpg](https://assets.whichcar.com.au/image/upload/s--bMtnOk_w--/ar_1.5170212765957447,c_fill,f_auto,q_auto:good/c_scale,w_300/v1/archive/whichcar/2020/09/09/-1/DEFENDER-MAIN-1.jpg )
Two-door 90 and new six-cylinder engines for 2021 Defender
2021 Land Rover Defender range due in February, with new engines and two-door 90 model.
![Suzuki Jimny two-seater](https://assets.whichcar.com.au/image/upload/s--HRny6jkz--/ar_1.5170212765957447,c_fill,f_auto,q_auto:good/c_scale,w_300/v1/archive/whichcar/2020/09/09/-1/Jimny1.jpg )
Two-seat Jimny released to overcome emissions regulations
Suzuki converts Jimny into commercial vehicle to overcome EU emissions regulations.
![INEOS Grenadier at Concours of Elegance](https://assets.whichcar.com.au/image/upload/s--CwCQHSvk--/ar_1.5170212765957447,c_fill,f_auto,q_auto:good/c_scale,w_300/v1/archive/whichcar/2020/09/07/-1/INEOS-1.jpg )
INEOS Grenadier joins iconic 4x4s at Concours
INEOS Grenadier among esteemed off-road company at Concours.
![Jeep Wrangler 4xe PHEV](https://assets.whichcar.com.au/image/upload/s--QnsDo_ya--/ar_1.5170212765957447,c_fill,f_auto,q_auto:good/c_scale,w_300/v1/archive/whichcar/2020/09/04/-1/Jeep1.jpg )
Wrangler 4xe could be an off-road weapon
Jeep advances its electrification with the Wrangler 4xe PHEV.
![2021 Toyota Hilux range](https://assets.whichcar.com.au/image/upload/s--uSASqCjM--/ar_1.5170212765957447,c_fill,f_auto,q_auto:good/c_scale,w_300/v1/archive/whichcar/2020/09/03/-1/Hilux4.jpg )
Toyota Hilux sales slide in August
A slow sales month for the Hilux has the Ranger and Triton leading the 4x4 pack.
![Red CentreNATS 2020](https://assets.whichcar.com.au/image/upload/s--gytJyVvP--/ar_1.5170212765957447,c_fill,f_auto,q_auto:good/c_scale,w_300/v1/archive/whichcar/2020/08/28/-1/MAIN1.jpg )
Red CentreNATS takes over Alice Springs next weekend
The massive Red CentreNATS car festival takes over Alice Springs, 4-6 September
![Ranger Update 2 Jpg](https://assets.whichcar.com.au/image/upload/s--useThCt0--/ar_1.5170212765957447,c_fill,f_auto,q_auto:good/c_scale,w_300/v1/archive/whichcar/2020/08/26/-1/Ranger-Update-2.jpg )
Wildtrak X returns as Ford tweaks Ranger line-up
Ford revives the Wildtrak X and updates Wildtrak and Raptor variants.
![2021 Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series](https://assets.whichcar.com.au/image/upload/s--bH9e8s1j--/ar_1.5170212765957447,c_fill,f_auto,q_auto:good/c_scale,w_300/v1/archive/whichcar/2020/08/25/-1/LC70-2.jpg )
Price rise for venerable 70 Series
Price hike and creature comforts for the off-road-ready 70 Series.
![4X4 Australia September 2020 issue](https://assets.whichcar.com.au/image/upload/s--aXLfsjrz--/ar_1.5170212765957447,c_fill,f_auto,q_auto:good/c_scale,w_300/v1/archive/whichcar/2020/08/20/-1/1422x948_web_cover.jpg )
September 2020 issue of 4X4 Australia is out now
Custom Troopy with portal axles, behemoth F250 build, and eight epic desert adventures. All in another enthralling issue of 4X4 Australia.