4X4 Utes in Australia
Readers' Rigs, Part 4
More enthusiast-submitted rides hitting Aussie tracks
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Toyota Hilux breaks the Canning Stock Route
4X4 Australia puts the ‘Unbreakable Hilux’ to the test on one of Australia’s most gruelling tracks.
Land Cruiser LC60: 4x4 Shed
When Dan’s dream 4x4 didn’t exist, he built this LC60.
2016 Ford Ranger Video Review
Demand for dual cab utes is booming, and the Ford Ranger is proving to be one of Australia’s most popular. It’s got grunt up front, space for family in the back, and room for tools, or toys, in the tray. Let’s take a look at the rest of what’s on offer.
Ford Ranger tows 2500KG caravan
We strap a 2.5-tonne caravan to the back of a Ford Ranger and send it to the hills south of Sydney.
4X4 utes: What's on the 2016 market
It’s tax time! So before you buy a new 4x4, check out this guide as to what’s available on the market.
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Glenn Torrens’ Toyota HiLux
Even if you regularly service your 4x4, it still pays to check the essentials before a big trip.
Toyota Hilux Extra-Cab video review
Not tied down by a family and a tribe of kids? Then check out the Hilux Extra-Cab.
Dual-cab 4x4 ute comparison review: Mitsubishi Triton
There’s never been a better time to review the dual-cab 4x4 class of 2016 than right now. Wheels pitches eight of the biggest sellers in the segment for the title of King of the Heap. Here's number six, the Mitsubishi Triton
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Dual-cab 4x4 ute comparison review: Isuzu D-Max
There’s never been a better time to review the dual-cab 4x4 class of 2016 than right now. Wheels pitches eight of the biggest sellers in the segment for the title of King of the Heap. We start with number eight, the Isuzu D-Max.
Dual-cab 4x4 ute comparison review: The testing process
At work or play, these are the utes Australians are buying in increasing numbers. We put ’em to the test, on the road and off it, to find the best
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Toyota HiLux Workmate Double Cab review
The Hilux 4x4 Workmate comes with a 2.4-litre diesel and not the 2.8-litre of the up-spec models. But is it up to hard yakka?
Isuzu I-Venture Club Beach Lessons
The I-Venture Club takes MU-X and D-Max owners off-road to teach them the ins and outs of its off road products.
Top 10: 2015's most popular 4x4s
In Australia’s buoyant 4x4 market, utes continue to outdo wagons in popularity. Here’s the low-down on Australia’s best-selling 4x4s from 2015.
4X4 Of The Year finalists: Mitsubishi Triton Exceed
Good things often come in small packages. Mitsubishi’s MQ Triton proves the point and does it for a good price.
4X4 Of The Year finalists: Toyota Hilux SR5
When the best-selling 4x4 in the land gets a new model, you take notice. Hiluxes sell like cold beer for a reason!
4X4 Of The Year: Tough Dog 4WD Suspension
Tough Dog brought its new Hilux along to the party to show how much of an improvement you can expect with a quality aftermarket suspension kit.
4x4 Of The Year 2016: The Results
Only one of the six best 4x4s from 2015 can be crowned 4x4 Of The Year 2016
4x4 Of The Year 2016: The Finalists
The six best 4x4 vehicles of 2015 battling it out to be crowned 4x4 Of The Year 2016.
4x4 Of The Year 2016: The Criteria
As always, vehicles were not judged against each other, but against the established 4X4OTY criteria. This is what allows us to test utes alongside wagons, and luxury 4x4s against affordable family rides.
4x4 Of The Year 2016: The Testing Track
The 4X4OTY test route must challenge each vehicle’s individual capabilities. To do this we took on some of the best tracks in the Victorian High Country.
4x4 of the Year 2016: Meet the Judges
With more than 245 years of four-wheel driving experience between them, our judges rate as some of the most experienced in Australia.
4x4 Of The Year 2016
On the shortlist for 4X4OTY 2016 were the Hilux, Triton, Fortuner, Prado, Navara and Everest. Roothy went behind the scenes to see just how the winner was decided.
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2015 Toyota Hilux vs Ranger vs Colorado vs D-Max vs BT-50 vs Triton vs Navara vs Amarok comparison
Toyota’s eighth-generation Hilux is here and it means business. But how does it compare with its rivals? We test it alongside the seven top-selling dual-cab utes.