Adventure Reviews
Volkswagen Amarok 2025 review: 10 Deserts Edition - Off-road test
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By James Cleary · 28 Nov 2024
Volkswagen Australia used its Amarok dual-cab ute to set a new record for crossing Australia's 10 deserts... in one go. And a limited run of 300 '10 Deserts Edition' examples has been commissioned to celebrate. We've driven it on-road and over some challenging off-highway trails to find out if the value and dynamic ability equation adds up.
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Ford F-150 2025 review: Lariat LWB
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By Marcus Craft · 25 Nov 2024
If you're in the market to buy a US ute like the Ram, Chevrolet Silverado or even the upcoming Toyota Tundra, then the F-150 seems like it should be right up there in terms of what you consider.And a top-spec Ford F-150 Lariat long wheelbase is well-engineered, well-equipped and purpose-built for towing and touring, so it should be a spot-on fit at the top of your shopping list. Right?
Toyota Prado 2025 review - Australian first drive
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By John Law · 21 Nov 2024
If you happen to be Australia, then this is the biggest new car launch of 2024. It's the Toyota LandCruiser Prado 250 Series and it has seriously big shoes to fill. Capable off-road, comfortable on-road and able to lug a 3500kg load while keeping a family friendly price tag. How does it stack up? Jump in to find out.
Isuzu D-Max 2025 review: Blade - Australian first drive
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By Byron Mathioudakis · 01 Nov 2024
With the help of engineering firm Walkinshaw, the Isuzu D-Max Blade gatecrashes the Australian-developed, off-road dual-cab ute shindig, as defined by the Ford Ranger Raptor and Nissan Navara Warrior. Aimed at the latter rather than the former, it may miss out on extra grunt, but gains improved on- and off-road capabilities, thanks to extensive engineering upgrades. Is it the best D-Max ever?
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Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 2025 review: GSR - Off-road test
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By Marcus Craft · 12 Oct 2024
The Mitsubishi Pajero Sport has a rock-solid reputation as a 4WD wagon. But with the performance-enhanced next generation not expected here until 2025, the current-gen line-up has undergone a refresh including the introduction of 18-inch alloys, design tweaks to the front and rear, as well as new styling inside and new exterior paint choices. So is the top-spec GSR worth your consideration?
Ford Ranger 2025 review: Tremor - Off-road test
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By Marcus Craft · 06 Oct 2024
Ford has added another limited-edition Ranger - the Tremor - to its already comprehensive line-up. The Tremor is only available as a 4WD dual-cab with a 2.0-litre twin-turbo four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine, with only 1150 to be sold in Australia. The Tremor has the line-up's more advanced full-time 4WD system, heavy-duty off-road suspension, 17-inch alloy wheels, all-terrain tyres and more.
Jeep Wrangler 2025 review: Rubicon - off-road test
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By Marcus Craft · 18 Sep 2024
The Jeep Wrangler Rubicon is a purpose-built body-on-frame 4WD with few concessions to comfort, safety or common sense.It's a fun off-roader capable of tackling terrain few other standard 4WDs are even able to get near.But with its latest update - including a new 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine replacing the previous Pentastar V6 - is it now even better?
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Nissan Patrol 2025 review: Ti-L - Off-road test
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By Marcus Craft · 01 Sep 2024
The next-generation Nissan Patrol, the Y63, is due in Australia before the end of 2025, but in the meantime Nissan has upgraded the current-generation Patrol in an attempt to address criticisms of the multimedia system and old-style interior.Otherwise there have been no performance upgrades, and so, this much-loved 4WD wagon remains largely unchanged for now, which is exactly what some fans want.
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Ford Ranger 2025 review: Tremor - Australian first drive
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By David Morley · 29 Aug 2024
When you have the number one selling vehicle in the country on your books picking up incremental volume can be a challenge. But expanding the range is one way to do it. Which is why Ford has added yet another variant, the off-highway focused Tremor, to its Ranger ute line-up. Contributing Journalist Dave Morley has slipped behind the wheel to see if the value and performance equation stacks up.
Isuzu D-Max X-Terrain vs Isuzu MU-X LS-T 4x4 3.0 2025 comparison review
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By Marcus Craft · 09 Aug 2024
Which is best for 4WDing, a wagon or ute? We've put two of Isuzu's well-equipped, well-regarded top-shelf 4WDs - the MU-X in LS-T spec and the D-Max X-Terrain - against each other to find out. The D-Max has been given a mid-life facelift and useful multimedia upgrades, while the MU-X has received a more modest model-year update. So which 3.0-litre 4WD is best suited to you?