New 4x4s coming to Australia in 2024 and 2025

In the market for a new 4x4, or ready to take the plunge into the lifestyle?

These are the new and facelifted 4x4s en-route to Australia. Get set for another couple of big years for the booming segment! Read on...

Looking for something else? Check out our Medium SUV, Small SUV and Large SUV lists to see what's coming for those segments in 2024.

2024 Mitsubishi Triton: OUT NOW!

The bigger, bolder and more expensive next-gen Triton launched in February, 2024, with the popular ute now trading blows with the big hitters of the segment – Ford’s Ranger and Toyota’s HiLux.

Mitsubishi essentially rebuilt the Triton from the ground up, thoroughly reworking everything from the dimensions (bigger in every way), chassis, engine, interior and driving dynamics. Plus, towing capacity finally meets the industry standard of 3500kg.

All Tritons released at launch were powered by a new Mitsubishi-built 2.4-litre twin-turbo DOHC 16V MiVEC diesel, which develops 150kW at 3500rpm and 470Nm from as low as 1500rpm – an increase of 17kW and 40Nm compared to the old model.

2024 Isuzu D-MAX: OUT NOW!

A facelifted D-MAX arrived locally in the first quarter of 2024.

The venerable ute received a new-look front end, updated “triple-armour” LED tail-lights, and minor interior tweaks including an updated infotainment software with much-needed wireless Android Auto connectivity – previously only available with wireless Apple CarPlay.

At the front, the D-MAX now wears redesigned headlights, a new grey or ‘black chrome’ grille, and a new lower bumper with an integrated air vent. Plus, the D-MAX gets new wheel designs, and the flagship X-Terrain gets more aggressive wheel arches. The D-MAX also received a ‘rough terrain mode’ borrowed from the MU-X. The 3.0-litre turbo-diesel engine remains unchanged.

2024 Isuzu MU-X 1.9: OUT NOW!

Isuzu introduced an MU-X with the option of a 1.9-litre turbo-diesel engine that generates 110kW and 350Nm.

The 1.9-litre diesel in the MU-X produces 110kW and 350Nm – down 30Nm and 100Nm compared to the familiar 150kW/450Nm ‘4JJ3-TCX’ 3.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel. Available in LS-M and LS-U variants, the new powertrain sees the MU-X’s entry price fall $1500.

2025 Isuzu MU-X facelift: Q3/Q4, 2024

Debuting in Thailand in June 2024, the facelifted MU-X is expected to land in Australian showrooms sometime during the next few months.

The updates largely mirror the changes made to the facelifted D-MAX, which includes a revised front end with a larger grille, a new fighter jet-inspired bumper with an air curtain to improve aerodynamics, revised LED headlights, updated tail-lights with a new internal signature, a black connecting strip, and new 18- or 20-inch alloy wheel designs.

On the inside, the MU-X gets new 8- or 9-inch central touchscreens with an updated infotainment system .It also gains USB-C charge ports, physical volume and tuning controls, capacitive shortcut buttons for the media controls, an available 7-inch semi-digital instrument cluster, updated front seat patterns, and traffic jam assist.

2024 Jeep Wrangler: OUT NOW!

An updated Wrangler arrived in Jeep dealerships in the first half of 2024, with the Wrangler's 209kW/347Nm 3.6-litre ‘Pentastar’ petrol V6 replaced by a 200kW/400Nm 2.0-litre turbo-petrol ‘Hurricane’ four-cylinder.

The revised model also received new tech – most notably a full-floating Dana rear axle on Rubicon models – subtle design changes and improved safety features such as the addition of side curtain airbags in the first and second rows.

A larger 12.3-inch Uconnect 5 widescreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are also implemented. Plus, the Wrangler is available with a new Warn winch from the factory, and an increase in towing capacity to 2268kg.

2024 Toyota LandCruiser Prado: Q3/Q4, 2024

Despite murmurings of a delay, the all-new Toyota LandCruiser Prado is on track to arrive in Australia in the second half of 2024.

Globally revealed as the Prado 250 – but to remain the Prado here – it will be the first all-new model in 14 years, as the current Prado arrived in showrooms way back in 2009.

The 2024 Prado will ride on a version of Toyota’s TNGA-F ladder-frame chassis, as found under the 300 Series, and it will feature all-coil-sprung suspension with a live axle at the rear and independent at the front. What powertrains we’ll get here are still to be determined, but a 150kW/500Nm 48-volt mild-hybrid version of the current four-cylinder diesel, matched to a new eight-speed torque-converter automatic transmission, is expected.

The new Prado will have a full-time all-wheel drive system with a low-range transfer case. Plus it will feature an electronic locking rear differential and front a sway-bar disconnect system.

2024 Lexus GX: Q3/Q4, 2024

An upmarket Prado twin is also en-route to Australia in 2024, marking the first time the Lexus GX will be sold in Australia – despite being on sale in the US for more than 20 years.

The GX will arrive with a 3.5-litre twin-turbo V6 and 10-speed auto. A 2.4-litre turbo-petrol hybrid is expected to be added to the showroom after the initial launch.

As is the case with the Prado, the GX rides on Toyota’s latest TNGA-F body-on-frame platform. Lexus has also confirmed all GXs, including the hybrid, have full-time all-wheel drive with a low-range transfer case and a locking Torsen limited-slip centre diff.

2024 Ford F-150: Late 2024

Ford revealed an updated version of its best-selling F-150 pick-up in September, 2023, with Australian customers expected to take deliveries late in 2024. For now, Australian showrooms are stocked with pre-updated versions of the XLT and Lariat.

The facelifted F-150 – already on sale in the USA – received a new grille and bumpers, as well as LED headlights and tail-lights. A ‘Pro Access’ split tailgate is an option on Lariat variants. While updated on-board tech includes Ford’s latest version of its BlueCruise hands-free driving functionality, as well as an exit warning system that alerts exiting drivers of vehicles and pushbikes.

The Australian line-up is expected to remain with two trim levels – both available in short wheelbase and long wheelbase guise.

2024 BYD Ute: TBC

A petrol-electric BYD Ute is slated to arrive in Australia, but specifications and information at this stage is scarce.

Luke Todd, the CEO of BYD distributor EVDirect, said in 2023: "The vehicle is going to be… so well suited for the Australian market, and that’s why we’re making the claim that it will be the best in class when it comes out”. Last year, Todd also confirmed the brand “will sell and deliver BYD Ute next year”.

Patent images released last year confirm it’ll follow a similar design to the GWM Ute and Ford Ranger.

2024 INEOS Grenadier Quartermaster: TBC

The first Grenadier ute, dubbed the Quartermaster, rolled off the Hambach production line in November last year, en-route to European customers; with Australian deliveries expected sometime in 2024 (but don't hold your breath).

It’s difficult to confirm when exactly that will be, considering the delays INEOS encountered with its Australian roll-out of the Grenadier wagon in 2023. Still, the ute version is slated for release in 2024, with exact timing to be confirmed.

Much like the Grenadier wagon, the Quartermaster ute features a full box-section ladder frame chassis, heavy duty solid beam axles, a two-speed transfer case, and up to three locking differentials. Unlike the wagon, though, the Quartermaster comes with uncompromising load-carrying ability.

The Quartermaster is available with either a diesel or petrol powertrain, and both are BMW 3.0-litre turbocharged inline six engines. These are mated to a ZF eight-speed automatic transmission that sends power to all four wheels.

2024 Jeep Gladiator: Late 2024

First shown at the 2023 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, the facelifted Gladiator takes the same revised front-grille and headlight treatment that debuted on the Jeep Wrangler.

It will be accompanied by new wheel designs and detail changes such as an in-windscreen antenna. Big changes on the inside include a revised dash hosting a 12.3-inch central screen running updated Uconnect 5 software including wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Local spec is yet to be confirmed, but curtain airbags, Adaptive Cruise Control and Forward Collision Warning feature in overseas models. The 3.6-litre V6 eight-speed automatic combo remains at 209kW/347Nm.

2024 Toyota HiLux 48V: OUT NOW!

Toyota unleashed its facelifted 48V HiLux in the first half of 2024. with the 48-volt mild-hybrid powertrain offered on SR, SR5 and Rogue 4x4 variants.

The mild-hybrid powertrain uses will use an electric generator and lithium battery that provides an additional 12kW and 65Nm – in conjunction with regenerative braking – to the 2.8-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine.

2024 GWM Tank 500: OUT NOW!

With dimensions to compete against the LandCruiser 300 Series, but at a fraction of the price, the GWM Tank 500 adds 100mm in length to the smaller Tank 300 and uses a 3.0-litre turbocharged V6 petrol mild hybrid set up with a nine-speed automatic.

Increasing the appeal of the budget SUV will be a luxurious interior, with the large off-roader getting four sculpted bucket seats, leather upholstery surrounded by brushed-aluminium and woodgrain-look trims.

Despite these lux underpinnings, the Tank 500 is competitively priced at $73,990 (drive-away).

2024 GWM Shanhai Cannon ute: TBC

Bigger than the GWM Ute already on sale in Australia, the GWM Shanhai is a more luxurious, advanced pick-up using the same P71 ladder-on-frame underpinnings as the GWM Tank 300.

Australian buyers will receive the facelift the Cannon was given in early 2023, which is sold overseas with a mild hybrid 260kW/500Nm petrol V6 and 135kW/480Nm 2.4-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder, both using a nine-speed automatic. It’ll come with a Borg Warner four-wheel drive system, twin lockers and a 3300kg towing rating.

2025 Kia Tasman: TBC 2025

In April 2024, Kia officially confirmed its brand-new Tasman Ute will be arriving sometime in 2025.

Kia is yet to declare specific details for its hotly anticipated off-roader, but it's understood that it will be powered by a 2.2-litre turbo diesel mated to an eight-speed automatic. However, there is speculation we could see the 3.0-litre inline six-cylinder turbo diesel currently found in the Genesis GV80 SUV.

Information is still scarce at the stage, so stay tuned to 4X4 Australia for more info when it drops.

2025 Toyota HiLux: TBC 2025

A new HiLux is expected to land in Australia in 2025, and, with the Ford Ranger dominating the sales charts, it can't come soon enough for Toyota.

There have been a few facelifts and tweaks of the current-gen HiLux - as well as the release of the HiLux GR Sport and 48V mild-hybrid variants in 2024 - but the bones of the vehicle are essentially 10 years old in current guise.

The industry is still waiting for confirmation and information from the Japanese marque, but expect electric versions of the venerable ute.