4×4 Reviews

What is the best 4×4 ever?
4×4 Australia’s expert judges debate the best 4×4 of all time. Stay tuned for the verdict.

45 Years of Firsts for Range Rover
During the past 45 years, Range Rover has delivered a series of industry firsts as it has evolved into the peerless SUV we know today

Toyota Land Cruiser 200 Sahara D4D review
The new Toyota Land Cruiser 200 Sahara D4D takes on the Simpson Desert in the name of charity.

2015 Nissan Navara NP300 Range review
Nissan’s long-awaited D23 Navara range is here and is a step up over both the Navvies it supersedes.

Land Rover Discovery SD4 SE Auto Review
The Discovery Sport is a big step up on its medium luxury rivals, with a willingness to clamber up some relatively challenging obstacles.

Ironman 4×4 D23 Navara
Nissan is launching its new Navara in Australia over the next couple of days and we had a sneak peak of the D23 taking the Ironman 4×4’s development vehicle for a spin.

Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit diesel review
The Jeep Grand’s appeal lies in its sensible (read: not too hulking) size, great towing credentials and decent blend of on- and off-road ability.

Techniques – Driving on Sand
Glenn Torrens explains a few simple practices for successful sand driving.

Classic 4×4: 1956 Series 1 107 Land Rover Station Wagon
This is a 4×4 love story. A 50-year romance between a man, his rare 1956 Land Rover, and the pretty Danish tourist he wooed in it then married.

Modified: Redline FJ-Ute
Fancy a four-door 40 Series LandCruiser with all the modcons? Meet the amazing Redline FJ-Ute

Land Rover Discovery TDV6 review
We took the expedition-ready TDV6 Discovery for a weekend shakedown in the Vic High Country.

Suzuki Jimny Sierra: Driven
Suzuki’s tough little Jimny Sierra has gained a new lease on life thanks to the addition of electronic traction and stability control.

Hyundai Santa Fe Review
There’s lots to like with the Santa Fe, starting with the practical, well-priced body. The diesel engine, too, is a win in a market segment where thirstier petrol models reign.

2016 Mitsubishi Triton: First Drive
It’s taken a while but the new Mitsubishi Triton is finally here and we have driven it…

Land Cruiser 79
After years of hard work Mark and Sharon Makin are finally behind the wheel of their ideal four-wheel drive: A custom-made Toyota Land Cruiser 79.

Mercedes-Benz G 500 4×4² Concept review
Mercedes Benz has raided the parts bin to create a Frankenstein G-Wagen to scare the bejesus out of anyone who dares test its limits. 4×4 Australia scored an exclusive first drive the concept.

Volkswagen Tiguan 130TDI Review
Volkswagen’s second generation Tiguan SUV is more evolution than revolution yet remains one of the better small all-wheel drive wagons. Toby Hagon takes a spin in the 130tdi variant.

AEV Ram 2500 Ute
We belt American Expedition Vehicle’s first public offering of a full-size truck, the Ram 2500 Ute.

Custom 4X4: Mazda BT-50 GT
When you cover 70,000km a year snapping Australia’s toughest four-wheel drives in the most remote locations, you need a bush-capable rig. Michael’s mighty Mazda BT-50 is up to the challenge.

Diesel warfare: Jeep Grand Cherokee vs Land Rover Discovery vs Toyota Prado
Jeep’s Grand Cherokee CRD, Land Rover’s Discovery TDV6 and Toyota’s Prado D-4D go head-to-head.

Ford F350 Super Duty review
The United States’ own Ford F350 Super Duty has been converted for Aussie soil.

Safari Holden Ute | Modified review
Steve Riley’s Holden ute was built for tough off-road rallies. We drove it following its impressive debut in the Australasian Safari.

MODIFIED: ICON LAND ROVER DEFENDER
What would you build if you had an unlimited bank balance and a penchant for old Land Rovers?

Modified Land Cruiser – Marks 4WD
Marks 4WD Adapters gives the Land Cruiser 70 Series the auto transmission buyers have craved. We put it to the test.