4×4 Reviews

Wolf Packed: top Amarok mods in Aus
For some, a basic model truck is enough. For others, modifications are a must. Check out some of the best Volkswagen Amaroks in Australia.

Toyota Hilux gets stretched
A crash with a BMW X5, a cracked skull and a chassis-bending bump at Bendethera were unlikely preludes to this superbly stretched Hilux.

Toyota Prado GXL D-4D 2.8 review
The Prado 150 Series has gone under the knife, getting a smaller diesel engine and an extra ratio in the auto ’box. But is it any better?

Nissan Patrol gets V8 military might
This Nissan Patrol has been equipped with an arsenal of weapons-grade modifications, including a military-spec 6.5L V8 diesel engine.

Range Rover Hybrid review
The Range Rover Sport Hybrid breaks new ground in more ways than one.

Mitsubishi Triton dual-cab Exceed review
Meet the fifth-generation of Mitsubishi’s workhorse ute range: the all-new Triton.

Nissan Navara NP300 vs Mitsubishi Triton MQ vs Mazda BT-50 vs Volkswagen Amarok
New utes from Nissan and Mitsubishi are here to shake up the ute market, but how do they stack up against the established class benchmarks?

Modified Amaroks charge Land Cruiser Mountain Park
For the 2015 October edition, 4X4 Australia sent a pack of modified Amaroks to battle it out at Queensland’s Land Cruiser Mountain Park. Check out the video.

Nissan Navara ST-X 4×4 review
The Nissan Navara has stepped it up with a grunty diesel engine and spacious interior that is suited for both on-road and off-road driving.

VDJ79 Land Cruiser
Bigger, louder and tougher. This customised Cruiser is built for the long haul.

2016 Toyota Prado: First Drive
Fraser Stronach gets behind the wheel of the new Toyota Prado

Jeep JK Hemi V8
Mark Clancy subscribes to the theory that there’s no substitute for cubic inches. His Hemi V8 powered Jeep puts the theory to the ultimate test.

Iveco Daily 4×4
Is your everyday four-wheel drive not enough? Check out the Iveco Daily 4×4 in the Sept’ Issue of 4X4 Australia – in stores Thursday.

New Ford Everest Articulation
We take a closer look at the new 4×4 Ford Everest SUV – cut in half

New Ford Everest 4×4 SUV
Ford has reached for the sky with its new seven-seat Ford Everest, which has the off road capability to challenge Toyota’s Prado

Morris Minor goes 4×4
This custom 4×4 Morris Minor in New Zealand is just plain insane

2015 Infiniti QX80 Review
The all-mode 4×4 2015 Infiniti QX80 is the new flagship in terms of price, size and ambition for the luxury arm of Nissan

Bush Ranger ATV
The Bush Ranger may not be the most civilised machine, but it is a 4WD of great competence, with go-anywhere character

Subaru Outback 2.0 Diesel Premium CVT Review
Subaru has taken the knife to Outback prices with the latest fifth-generation model.

How to prepare for a 4×4 trip
The key to any good off-road expedition is clever planning. Macca shares some of his tips for a successful trip.

Custom Jeep Wrangler ute
Forget your Hiluxes and Rangers, this custom-built Jeep Wrangler ute would be the duck’s guts – if Jeep had the smarts to build them.

How to beach drive
4X4 Australia Editor-At-Large Ron Moon gives a few pointers on avoiding disaster when 4x4ing on the beach.

Poll: What is the best 4×4 ever? Have your say.
What is the ultimate 4×4? Is it the original WWII Army Jeep? Maybe it’s the Land Cruiser 70 Series? What about the ‘unbreakable’ Toyota HiLux?

Bear Grylls helps build ‘Defender 2,000,000’
Land Rover has enlisted celebrity help to build a unique 4×4 to commemorate UK production of the Land Rover Defender