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Utes starting over $70k

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Best Utes according to our experts

01.

Ford Ranger

4.5

The Ford Ranger line-up has expanded to include a new limited-run Wildtrak X version, which adds a bit of extra kit over the standard Wildtrak. It looks the part, but how does it handle hard work?

02.

Ram 1500

3.5

From

$79,950

The Ram 1500 has a big V8 petrol engine, class-leading towing capacity and a cavernous cabin, but a lower payload than some vehicles a class below it. So does it really 'eat utes for breakfast'?

03.

Toyota Land Cruiser

Toyota Landcruiser

3.5

Toyota's LandCruiser is a renowned people mover, adventure-seeker, towing vehicle and remote-area tourer, but times are changing. The 300 Series LandCruiser is not too far way but, with only smaller...

04.

Volkswagen Amarok

Volkswagen Amarok

4

It’s the ute Volkswagen says Australians want: an Amarok with a V6 engine and a manual gearbox. And after a long wait, it’s finally here....

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Ford Ranger Wildtrak vs Isuzu D-Max X-Terrain vs Mazda BT-50 GT - 2021 Dual-Cab Ute Comparison Review

Ford Ranger Wildtrak vs Isuzu D-Max X-Terrain vs Mazda BT-50 GT - 2021 Dual-Cab Ute Comparison Review

The ute scene has seen some action in 2020, with the launch of an all-new Isuzu D-Max which is now paired to a brand-new Mazda BT-50. Those two fresh young things are up against the stalwart king of...

Mazda BT-50 XT 2021 review: snapshot

Mazda BT-50 XT 2021 review: snapshot

The Mazda BT-50 XT trim line is the broadest offering in the new ute’s model range, and it will get even broader once the single- and extra-cab models arrive. Here we’re only covering off...

Mazda BT-50 XTR 2021 review: snapshot

Mazda BT-50 XTR 2021 review: snapshot

Second model up the 2021 Mazda BT-50 range is the XTR. It forms the middle rung of the ladder for the now-based-on-the-Isuzu-D-Max ute.

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How ANCAP is making sure the next new car, SUV, ute or van you buy is much safer than the last

How ANCAP is making sure the next new car, SUV, ute or van you buy is much safer than the last

New cars sold in Australia will take one step closer to autonomy – and become safer – with autonomous emergency braking (AEB) set to become a legal requirement from 2022....

2021 Mazda BT-50 single cab and extra cab utes revealed! Isuzu D-Max-based workhorse models unveiled to rival Toyota HiLux

2021 Mazda BT-50 single cab and extra cab utes revealed! Isuzu D-Max-based workhorse models unveiled to rival Toyota HiLux

The all-new Mazda BT-50 is a charming looking thing - even in the lower-grade single-cab and extra-cab bodystyles.

2021 Mazda BT-50: New Isuzu D-Max twin scores maximum five-star ANCAP safety rating

2021 Mazda BT-50: New Isuzu D-Max twin scores maximum five-star ANCAP safety rating

Mazda’s new-generation BT-50 ute has secured a maximum five-star ANCAP safety rating, but its overall score is slightly lower than its D-Max twin....

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Toyota Tacoma: Story behind the name

In 2020, the Toyota Tacoma celebrates 25 years as one of the United States’ most popular pick ups....

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High-grade cab chassis utes: the lowdown

Increasing customer demand for vehicle personalisation has for the first time prompted market leaders Toyota and Ford to offer cab-chassis versions of their high-grade dual cab utes.

Six-wheeler conversions: The truth about 6x4 and 6x6 ute conversions

Six-wheeler conversions: The truth about 6x4 and 6x6 ute conversions

One-tonne 4x4 utes are well suited to the hard-working roles many tradies need them to perform - and that often requires carrying and/or towing heavy loads. However, utes can be easily overloaded...

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