There’s no denying us Aussies love our utes. Whether for work or play, if you’re in the market for a new ute you’re spoiled for choice with the range on offer
We take note of the standout features of some of the best selling 4×4 utes in Australia.
1. Toyota HiLux
This well-equipped all-rounder was last years’ most popular selling ute beating the competition out of the water for its high quality and reliability, featuring:
- Excellent on-road handling and comfort
- User-friendly dashboard and large cabin
- A range of model choices and three different engine sizes
- Good off-road handling with underbody protection & interior grip handles
- Large economical fuel tank
- Good resale value for lower-spec models.
2. Ford Ranger
The Wildtrak is a pretty beast and is the most well-equipped of Ford Ranger’s 21 model lineup. For the heftier price tag, you’ll get a 6-speed auto with a grunty 3.2-litre five-cylinder turbo-diesel engine enabling some serious load haulage. It also has a range of creature comforts such as:
- Sporty / luxury look and feel
- Heated eight-way power front seats
- Rain-sensing wipers
- Voice control system
- Sat nav with a five-inch display.
3. Mitsubishi Triton
The GLX-R is the sportiest number of Mitsubishi’s seven ute lineup, but don’t be afraid to get it dirty as it has some excellent off-road features such as:
- 205mm of ground clearance
- Great steering capabilities
- 2.5-litre turbo-diesel engine
- User-friendly cabin, comfortable seats
- Improved safety features; e.g. more airbags
- Climate control air-conditioning
- Stereo with 6 speakers and MP3 and USB support,
- Multi-function display with barometer, elevation gauge and digital compass.
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4. Holden Colorado
With its sleek exterior styling and grunty 2.8 litre turbo diesel engine, the Holden Colorado LTZ is a robust workhorse with:
- 3500kg class-leading towing capacity
- An interior robust enough to handle carrying tools
- Spacious double glovebox
- Flip-out cup holders
- Power windows & mirrors, climate control
- Good off-roading capabilities too.
5. Isuzu D-Max
This Thai imported ute has a GPS satellite-navigation including maps for over 10,000 off-road tracks in Australia, plus on-road features such as:
- 3.0-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder engine
- Good fuel economy
- Touch-screen multimedia system
- An air-conditioning system that filters pollen
- Large cab tray
- Modern but tough styling
- Hardwearing leather seats.
6. Volkswagen Amarok
Superior on-road handling and economical fuel consumption makes this European ute a good seller, along with features such as:
- 2.0-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder engine
- Choice of two- and four-door cab-chassis
- Nine different colours
- High quality interior fittings
- Dual-zone climate control,
- Rear parking sensors and power windows,
- A multifunction display unit.
7. Great Wall V200k
This sturdy workhorse with a two tonne towing capacity is the cheapest of the bunch but delivers easy transition from on-road to off-road and value for money with features such as:
- 2.0-litre turbo diesel engine
- Fuel economy
- Steering wheel audio controls
- Remote central locking rear bumper
- Alloy wheels
- Leather upholstery