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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 4x4² 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. 4x4 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.
Porsche Macan S Diesel review
If you want to make a statement and have fun doing it, the Macan is an excellent choice.
Mercedes-Benz GLA250 4 Matic review
The GLA250 4 Matic is a compact off-roader that’s best suited to a couple rather than a family, but for suburban duties it does a fine job.
Mitsubishi Pajero GLX review
It's showing its age but the Pajero represents reasonable value for those looking for a competent and reliable off-roader.
Nissan X-Trail TS Diesel review
If you’re happy to change gears yourself then the latest X-Trail is a thoughtful, well specified medium SUV that’s also impressively frugal.
Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring Diesel review
The CX-5 is an impressive mid-sized SUV – one of the best on the market - but one best left to light off-road duties.
Land Rover Discovery SDV6 SE review
The Discovery is pitched as a premium product and comes with an appropriately premium price tag. Entry to the family starts at $69,200 for the base model TDV6 diesel.
Colorado 7 LTZ v MU-X LS-U v Challenger LS
These three wagons are all derived from utes, but which one has made the best transition from workhorse to family favourite?
2014 Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid Ti review
A regular V6 model that won't break the bank
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Nissan X-Trail video review
The third-gen Nissan X-Trail offers more of the same in a fresh cloak. Watch the first drive video of the Nissan X-Trail, put through its paces by the 4x4 Australia team.
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Globatrol Custom Camper Review
A GU Patrol with a custom built camper that’s ready to drive around the world.
Top 10 Compact SUVs: Test
Australians love compact SUVs, but which ones really cut the mustard as genuine all-round on- and off-road family wagons?
Mitsubishi Outlander Off-Road review
The Outlander PHEV uses the Outlander’s mid-sized SUV body but uses a smaller 2.0-litre engine and twin electric motors. See how Toby Hagon rates it.