4×4 Reviews

Living with the Kia Tasman X-Pro: Long-term review
After a few months on the road, can the 2025 Kia Tasman X‑Pro handle real-world touring?

Is this GrenX-built INEOS Quartermaster a match for the 79 Series?
Ineos is taking no prisoners in its battle for the LC79’s mantle – and this built-up Quartermaster is its latest weapon

Stuart’s Ford Ranger XLT
Stuart chose the Ford Ranger XLT for its mix of family safety, work capability and weekend adventure freedom.

Connor McNally’s 2016 Ford Ranger
Always on the move, Connor McNally needed a dependable ute – and his Ford Ranger delivers power, value and real-world capability.

Toyota HiLux SR5 vs Ford Ranger Sport: Battle of the best-sellers
The ninth-gen HiLux takes on the Ranger to see which midsize ute comes out on top. Brought to you by Club 4×4 Insurance.

The 105 Series LandCruiser that ignited Off Track Concepts
The original build that set the benchmark for Off Track Concepts

2026 Denza B5 and B8 review: Premium Chinese 4x4s under $100K
The B5 and B8 4×4 wagons add low cost, premium options to the luxury off-road market

Living with the Ineos Grenadier Trialmaster: Long-term review
The Grenadier Trialmaster is the latest addition to the 4X4 Australia long-term test fleet

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 Ford Ranger Super Duty tested off-road with almost a tonne in the tray
We load up a Ford Ranger Super Duty with a tonne on the back and hit the trails to see how it hauls off-road

2026 Toyota HiLux SR5: 3500km on-road review
Off-road ability is only part of the HiLux story. We loaded up an SR5 and hit the highway for a 3500km road trip to see how Toyota’s dual-cab performs during the other 50 weeks of the year

Toyota Prado GX vs Ford Everest Trend: Base model off-road comparison
Two popular entry-level 4×4 wagons, tested for real-world off-road touring. Brought to you by Club 4×4 Insurance.

Shop Truck: Rugged USA Imports’ mega Silverado 2500
Built big and built right, Rugged USA Imports’ Silverado 2500 shows what’s possible with the best of the US aftermarket

This Tundra by Rugged USA Imports is built for Aussie touring
Rugged USA Imports turns Toyota’s Tundra into a thoughtfully built tourer, showcasing premium US suspension, lighting and hardware now readily available off the shelf in Australia

How Bri Voto turned her 2006 Nissan GU Patrol into a weekend warrior
Bri transformed her 2006 GU Patrol into a practical, hard-hitting weekend 4WD

2026 Foton Tunland V7 and V9 review: Budget-friendly utes return to Australia
Foton is back, with an all-new Tunland ute that comes in two distinct variants. We sampled the Tunland V7 and V9 4×4 models

2025 Mercedes-Benz G450d off-road review
A diesel powertrain adds practicality to Mercedes-Benz Australia’s G-Class line-up

2026 Toyota HiLux Review: Australian launch drive
Tough, simple and capable – the 2026 HiLux sticks to what works

Ford Ranger PHEV wins Best Hybrid at the 2025 4×4 Ute of the Year
The Ranger Sport PHEV delivers real-world performance without feeling like an all-electric compromise

2025 4×4 Ute of the Year contender: GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV
Packing serious punch and a feature-rich cabin, the Cannon Alpha PHEV proves it can hold its own against established 4x4s

2025 4×4 Ute of the Year contender: Mitsubishi Triton GSR
The Triton GSR proves midsize utes can be fun and ready for anything

KGM Musso Ultimate: 2025’s Best 4×4 Ute Under $60K
You don’t need big money to get a well-equipped, comfy, hard-working 4×4 ute

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