4×4 Reviews

Ranger Super Duty vs Silverado 2500HD: Can a Ranger really rival a Silverado?
Ford’s Ranger Super Duty delivers genuine heavy-duty capability in a midsize package, but how does it compare with a full-size American tow rig built for the same kind of work?

Living with the Ineos Grenadier Trialmaster: Long-term review
Over the next few months we’ll be testing the Grenadier, putting its mods and accessories through their paces

Mitsubishi Triton custom builds: Popular platform for tourers and tradies
Affordable, tough and easy to modify, the Triton has become one of the most popular platforms for weekend explorers

Ford Ranger Raptor with 74Weld portal axles tested off-road
Ultimate Offroad takes the Ranger Raptor to new heights with a 74Weld portal axle conversion that adds serious clearance without sacrificing its factory suspension smarts

Isuzu D-MAX custom builds: Lifted, loaded and ready for touring
The D-MAX has earned its reputation as great base to build a tourer, and these examples show exactly how it’s done

2026 Mitsubishi Triton Raider off-road review
Triton Raider takes Mitsubishi’s 4×4 ute to the next level

2026.5 Ford Everest and Ranger single-turbo: First drive impressions
Ford’s updated Everest gets its first on-road drive, revealing how the new single-turbo diesel performs in real-world conditions

Prado GX vs Altitude: Is the flagship worth the extra money?
Is the Prado Altitude worth the premium, or does the GX make more sense as a smarter base for building a proper 4×4?

V8 to the limit: A hardcore 79 Series on 37s
This LandCruiser rides tall, but every inch is fully legal, thanks to an approved lift and tyre package engineered for compliance

Ford Ranger custom builds: From overland tourers to hardcore off-road weapons
Australia’s Ranger scene has evolved rapidly over the years, with owners continually expanding what the platform is capable of

2026 Ford F-150 Lariat SWB off-road review
Ford’s updated F-150 Lariat shows how a full-size pick-up can balance big towing capability with genuine everyday comfort

Toyota HiLux custom builds: Modified 4×4 setups and touring rigs
From extreme off-road rock crawlers to capable touring rigs, these HiLux builds showcase the full range of modifications and how they’re used in real-world conditions
Jeep Gladiator Rubicon built to tackle any adventure
Gladiator transformed into a highly capable tourer with serious off-road weaponry

Showcase build: Ineos Grenadier Quartermaster by Trig Point
When a growing family meant that Murray Brooks needed a second row of seats in his 4×4, he took a chance with the Quartermaster

Budget battle: KGM Musso Ultimate vs MG U9 Explore Pro
These well-equipped utes might not be at the top of every buyer’s shopping list, but for around $60K, they’re well worth a look

From factory to touring weapon: This Prado 250 Series is a serious build
Clever design and manufacturing takes this Prado 250 to the height of touring functionality and ability

2026 Nissan Navara PRO-4X off-road review
The top-of-the-Range Navara stands out with bold styling and solid engineering. Let’s see how it stacks up off-road

GWM Tank 300: Budget 4×4 built to punch above its weight
This GWM Tank is built with clever planning and is ready for alpine adventures
Sensible is boring: Ford Ranger Raptor vs Jeep Gladiator Rubicon
Forget sensible. The Ranger Raptor and Gladiator Rubicon take wildly different paths to the same end, and neither cares much for the traditional ute brief. Brought to you by Club 4×4 Insurance.

Living with the Toyota Prado GX: Long-term review
Is the GX the smartest Prado? We’ll spend a couple of months finding out

Living with the KGM Musso Ultimate: Long-term review
We’re spending a few months with the Musso Ultimate XL V, getting to know why it consistently outperforms expectations

2026 MGU9 review: Serious value, but does it stack up off-road?
MG is back with a big, feature-packed ute promising serious value, but can it deliver off-road?

2026 Nissan Navara review: Can it claw back ground on the competition?
Nissan’s D27 Navara brings Premcar-tuned suspension and revised tech. We’ve driven it on- and off-road to see how it stacks up in an increasingly competitive ute segment

Sold! Our 79 Series LandCruiser build from go to whoa
What began as a brand-new LC79 became one of our most capable touring builds and, with the project complete, it now has a new owner