Ute

A ute is a light-commercial vehicle with an open tray at the rear. Abbreviated from ‘utility’, utes are traditionally built for tradies, but are now often bought as off-road adventure machines and even family cars. Extra and dual-cab models add cabin versatility and seating for up to five over a regular single cab, and most are available as either a pickup or cab-chassis, with a choice of two or four-wheel drive. 

Latest ute reviews

Utes are the most versatile cars on the road, but should I buy one?

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2016 Mercedes Benz G-Professional Cab Chassis review | first drive

Mark Oastler road tests and reviews the new Mercedes Benz G-Professional...Read more

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Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series dual cab 2016 review | snapshot

Ride, handling and NVH seemed to have improved on the dual-cab, even...Read more

Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series single cab 2016 review | snapshot

The single cab 70 Series is the range top-seller because it’s...Read more

Mitsubishi Triton GLS dual cab 2016 review | off-road video

Tim Robson puts the Triton GLS dual cab through its paces in the South...Read more

Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series 2016 review | first drive video

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Holden Colorado Z71 2016 review | road test

Bill McKinnon road tests and reviews the Holden Colorado Z71 with specs,...Read more

Mazda BT-50 XTR Dual Cab 2016 review | road test

Derek Ogden road tests and reviews the 2016 Mazda BT-50 XTR Dual Cab...Read more

Mitsubishi Triton GLX+ dual cab 4x4 auto 2016 review | road test

Mark Oastler road tests and reviews the 2016 Mitsubishi Triton GLX+ dual...Read more

Holden Colorado LTZ vs Ford Ranger XLT vs Toyota HiLux SR5 2016 review | comparison

Joshua Dowling road tests and reviews the Holden Colorado LTZ, Ford ranger...Read more