New and tested 4WDs

Ford Ranger Wildtrak X tested
Tuesday, 17 October 2023
There’s a lot to talk about here. Beyond the outstanding success of Ford’s ‘next-Gen’ range of Rangers, the Wildtrak X blends street smarts with undeniable off-road ability.
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Jeep Grand Cherokee five seater
Saturday, 16 September 2023
We have been debating the merits of five-seat and seven-seat 4WDs.
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Chev Silverado ZR2
Saturday, 16 September 2023
The Americans say it best of all: When the best way out of something is through it, the Chevy Silverado ZR2 is there to help.
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VW Amarok Style tested
Thursday, 31 August 2023
A split-second decision at an intersection was all it took.
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Chev Silverado LTZ
Monday, 14 August 2023
Chevrolet’s Silverado LTZ comes stacked with tech and spec for 2003.  It’s also one of a few ways to enjoy a stock 4WD pickup or SUV with that evocative rumble of a V8.
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Subaru Outback tested
Monday, 12 June 2023
If a traditional body-on-chassis 4WD is actually a ‘proper’ four-wheel drive in real terms, then Subaru’s take on all-wheel-drive sedans and wagons with capability and practicality might be the pur
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Amarok launch
Monday, 12 June 2023
Remember life before the iPad? Remember style before One Direction? (The boy band, for those over 55.)
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Ford Ranger XLT meets a rival
Monday, 22 May 2023
We have been musing over the runaway success of the diesel double cab ute sector for a few years now.
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Ford Ranger Sport
Monday, 24 April 2023
Could the Ranger Sport be the best of the bunch?  It’s no secret among 4WDers that Ford’s 2023 Rangers set the mid-size 4X4 ute segment on fire since their launch.
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My4WD Jimny adventure build
Monday, 24 April 2023
It’s no secret that for many, the Suzuki Jimny is the ‘it’ 4WD of the year. Twelve months ago, NZ4WD tested the limited-run Safari edition, and loved it for is compact, can-do honesty.
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Wide track Hilux
Wednesday, 15 March 2023
Sean Willmot has questions – and finds answers – during his drive of Toyota’s wide track Hilux. Question: When is an SR5 Cruiser Hilux not an SR5 Cruiser Hilux?
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Tested: Nissan Pathfinder
Wednesday, 15 March 2023
With a history that spans nearly four decades, it’s no surprise that inspiration for the latest Pathfinder can be traced all the way back to the original boxy style version which launched in 1985 a
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Mahindra Pik Up auto
Thursday, 16 February 2023
Mahindra has added a six-speed auto to its funky Pik Up.  Sean Willmot takes a close look at Mahindra’s new offering.
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Nissan’s flagship Navara
Thursday, 16 February 2023
Capable, well equipped, with something of a cult following, Nissan’s Navara has become ever-more viable for ute buyers who don’t want to follow the crowd.
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Firepower efficiency with GWM’s Haval H6 Hybrid
Wednesday, 08 February 2023
Ready to discover where the future of the automobile industry is heading?
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Jeep Compass – the Baby Grand!
Wednesday, 18 January 2023
Jeep's new Compass - unlimited.
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NZ4WD Large 4WD SUV of the Year
Tuesday, 20 December 2022
Our Large 4WD SUV of the Year award was a difficult one this year.
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NZ4WD Medium 4WD SUV of the Year
Friday, 16 December 2022
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NZ4WD Compact 4WD SUV of the Year
Thursday, 15 December 2022
Vehicles for this award don’t have to have a transfer case, or even ultra-low gear (or two), though they do have to be able to deliver off road capability and this narrows the field considerably.
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Massive 4WD Buyers guide 2022
Saturday, 10 December 2022
In the SUV section you might feel that there are some popular models missing, especially amongst the small SUV section.
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Large 4WD’s done three ways
Saturday, 10 December 2022
Normally when we set out to do a comparison test for the Annual, we select three similar vehicles (say three models of ute) and test them on and off-road.
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In search of the blue-gray crow
Monday, 24 October 2022
Isuzu MU-X – out and about in filthy weather  
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Karoq and roll is King
Monday, 24 October 2022
As the man said, “Who doesn’t like a little bit of ELO (Electric Light Orchestra)?” and the song title from that fabulous band sums up the new generation Karoq SUV from Skoda very well.
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Taking to the trees with a Tucson
Monday, 24 October 2022
Sean gets back to nature with Hyundai’s Tucson hybrid.  
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Exploring the back roads with a RAV4
Monday, 24 October 2022
With hybrid power and AWD, the RAV4 handles highways and byways with aplomb.
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