4×4 Reviews
2025 4×4 Ute of the Year contender: Isuzu D-MAX X-Terrain
The D-MAX sticks to what works – a simple, tough driveline and honest capability that keeps it a favourite among buyers
2025 4×4 Ute of the Year contender: BYD Shark
A bold first impression, but the Shark falls short as a true off-road or towing ute
2025 4×4 Ute of the Year contender: Mazda BT-50 GT
The Mazda BT-50 GT proves you can have D-MAX guts with a bit more style and attitude
2025 4×4 Ute of the Year contender: LDV Terron9 Origin
Looks good on paper, but confusing controls and sluggish 4×4 leaves the LDV trailing the competition
2026 Ford Ranger Super Duty: First drive review
A whopping 4500kg GVM, 4500kg towing capacity and 8000kg GCM – here’s our first drive of Ford’s new Ranger Super Duty
2026 Nissan Navara launch review: Can the Triton-sourced Navara win over the faithful?
A brief first drive of the Triton-based Navara is promising, but will Nissan’s loyalists get on board?
2026 Toyota HiLux: Our first drive impressions
Is the new HiLux an improvement over its hugely successful predecessor? We sample it to find out!
Kitted-out VW Amarok built for bush-and-beach escapes
Ken is a repeat offender when it comes to cool, kitted-out Amaroks… and this one is just his latest project
RAM 2500 and 3500 HD 2025 launch review
Bigger is better with US trucks, and the HD line of Ram trucks proves to be the go-to for big loads
EvaKool’s Prado fuses retro styling with serious off-road ability
This Prado showcases top-tier products and innovative 4×4 engineering
Jeep Gladiator Rubicon 2025 review: Tackling trails in the updated off-road icon
Jeep Australia has cut the price and boosted the standard equipment in the Gladiator Rubicon, so we grabbed one for a week to see if it still lives up to its formidable reputation
How the new Toyota LandCruiser FJ stacks up against the Prado and 300 Series
Toyota has released key specs for its upcoming FJ, and we’ve compared it with its larger Prado and 300 Series siblings
Spec battle: Ram 1500 Rebel vs Chevrolet Silverado ZR2 vs Ford F-150 vs Toyota Tundra
A side-by-side spec showdown including towing, payload, off-road geometry and more!
2026 Mazda BT-50 XS 2.2L review
Mazda follows Isuzu’s lead and offers a new 2.2-litre engine and eight-speed transmission option to its BT-50 ute line-up
This tough Ranger Wildtrak is in a class of its own
A Ranger build that strays from the usual accessories and modifications resulting in the creation of a unique tough tourer
Isuzu D-MAX AND MU-X 2.2L 2026 Review
Isuzu has just dropped a 2.2-litre engine into the D-MAX and MU-X to meet new emissions regulations. We drive it to see if it’s any good
Pre-production drive: 2026 Toyota LandCruiser 300 Performance Hybrid
The Performance Hybrid is set to go on sale in 2026. We took a pre-production version for a quick drive
Nissan Patrol Buyers Guide: Every generation (60 Series, MQ, GQ, GU, Y62 and Y63)
An in-depth look at the Patrol’s long and proud history
Tour-ready Hilux: Lifted, turbocharged, and street legal
This Hilux pairs a four-inch lift and upgraded turbo with a modular Alu-Cab setup for comfortable off-road touring
Can the Navara PRO-4X Warrior tow a camper and tackle tough Aussie tracks? We found out
Top-spec Navara put to the test towing an Offline Domino camper
Lexus LX600 Overtrail 2025 review: Where luxury meets capability
Lexus has expanded its 2025 LX line-up with the new Overtrail variant, offered in petrol or diesel. We tested the LX600 Overtrail to see how it stacks up
Beauty contest: Kia Tasman SX vs Mitsubishi Triton GLX-R
They won’t win any beauty pageants, but the Tasman SX and Triton GLX-R have plenty to offer tradies, tourers and families alike
First drive: All-New MGU9 enters Australia’s dual-cab contest
MG has joined Australia’s toughest segment with a bold dual-cab. We sample it on a short off-road drive
Mitsubishi Triton GLX-R 2025 quick review
The GLX-R balances competent on-road driving and off-road ability at a competitive mid-spec price