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Utes Starting Over $70K

Best Utes according to our experts

01.
Ford Ranger
From
$36,490
7.4/10
From
$36,490
The realm of high‑end, high‑performance utes is an increasingly competitive slice of the new vehicle market. The latest Ford Ranger Raptor to enter the arena has a V6 engine, an upgraded suspension set‑up and drive modes aimed at further bolstering its growing reputation as a built‑for‑purpose adventure machine.But does the Raptor have serious potential as a touring 4WD?
02.
Ram 1500
From
$104,890
6.4/10
From
$104,890
The Ram DT 1500 is one of the world's greatest utes. From the considered design and sophisticated engineering to its comfy and user‑friendly cabin, we're frankly hooked. The Australian‑remanufactured right‑hand drive conversion is first class. And the big Hemi V8 shines. But the base Big Horn that's under $20K less than our favoured Laramie grade is just too compromised in the name of price.
03.
Toyota Land Cruiser
From
$104,990
8.4/10
From
$104,990
The LandCruiser 300 GR Sport has long been a fan favourite but the 2024 model doesn't see any updates; so, how does it stay competitive in the land where SUVs are king?
04.
Volkswagen Amarok
From
$49,790
8.0/10
From
$49,790
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.
05.
Chevrolet Silverado
From
$119,888
7.8/10
From
$119,888
Like them or loathe them, US utes here to stay. Bigger and torquier than the usual mainstream utes we're used to seeing in Australia, these US utes have plenty of appeal as load‑luggers and towing platforms.And that's where the 2025 Silverado HD (Heavy Duty) LTZ Premium ‑ with a tweaked 6.6‑litre turbo‑diesel V8 engine (1322Nm) and a braked towing capacity of 4500kg ‑ slots into the market.