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Single Cab Utes

Best Utes according to our experts

01.
Ford Ranger
From
$35,930
8/10
From
$35,930

The Ranger Wildtrak X was a popular option in the last generation version of Ford's popular dual cab ute, so, no surprise it's back for an encore performance as a special edition in the current generation model. Does its extra equipment make it a better workhorse and are the extra dollars required to acquire it justified? Contributing Journalist Mark Oastler provides the answers.


02.
Mitsubishi Triton
From
$30,740
8/10
From
$30,740

Larger, stronger, roomier, safer and more comfortable, the sixth‑gen Triton for 2024 elevates Mitsubishi's mid‑size ute to fresh heights for the brand. And while its lack of V6 diesel and/or hybrid availability is disappointing, the all‑new chassis's Australian‑specific tune is a big step forward. We won't know how it behaves on‑road, but a stint off‑road shows how far this ute has come.


03.
Toyota HiLux
From
$26,475
8/10
From
$26,475

Toyota's GR (Gazoo Racing) performance brand is spreading across the Japanese giant's line‑up. Even the HiLux ute is getting in the act with a GR Sport variant designed to take the fight up to Ford Ranger Wildtrak and Raptor. But what's it like as a work truck?


04.
Nissan Navara
From
$32,300
8/10
From
$32,300

Nissan Australia scored a hit with its locally enhanced Navara Warrior PRO‑4X. Now it's offering a more affordable version that keeps all the hardcore stuff and trims away some of the fancy bits around the edges ‑ the Navara SL Warrior.


05.
Isuzu D-Max
From
$32,200
8/10
From
$32,200

Towing a caravan is our final long‑term test exercise for the 1.9‑litre 4x2 version of the Isuzu D‑Max, and it's performance, not to mention fuel‑economy, raises questions about the worth of the 3.0L version.