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Best 4WD and Off-Road SUVs Australia 2026

4WDs and SUVs ranked by ground clearance, towing capacity, off-road capability and running costs.

Australia has some of the toughest terrain on the planet, and picking the right 4WD matters. We have ranked every SUV and 4WD with decent ground clearance by the specs that count off-road: wading depth, approach angles, towing capacity and low-range gearing. Whether you are crossing the Simpson or just tackling a muddy campsite, these are the cars that can actually handle it.

46cars ranked
Updated May 2026
#1LDV D90
1

LDV D90 Executive 4WD

$48,990

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol 5/5184kWClearance: 246mmTowing: 3,000kg$/100km: ~$18AutomaticSUV7yr/200k km
2

Isuzu MU-X LS-M 2.2L 4x4

$55,900

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Diesel 5/5120kWClearance: 230mmTowing: 3,500kg$/100km: ~$14AutomaticSUV6yr/150k km
Read our MU-X review
3

Toyota Fortuner GX

$45,990

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2024Diesel 5/5150kWClearance: 225mmTowing: 3,000kg$/100km: ~$16AutomaticSUV5yr/1000k km
4

Subaru Forester AWD

$43,490

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol 5/5136kWClearance: 220mmTowing: 1,500kg$/100km: ~$15CVTSUV5yr/1000k km
Read our Forester review
5

Subaru Outback AWD

$48,990

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol 5/5137kWClearance: 220mmTowing: 2,000kg$/100km: ~$16CVTSUV5yr/1000k km
6

GWM Tank 300 Lux

$49,990

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol 5/5167kWClearance: 220mmTowing: 2,000kg$/100km: ~$18AutoSUV7yr/1000k km
7

Mitsubishi Pajero Sport GLX

$52,990

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Diesel 5/5133kWClearance: 218mmTowing: 3,100kg$/100km: ~$17AutomaticSUV10yr/200k km
8

Jaecoo J8 Ridge AWD

$54,990

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol 5/5165kWClearance: 215mmTowing: 2,500kg$/100km: ~$19AutomaticSUV8yr/1000k km
9

Mazda CX-5 G25 Pure AWD

$39,990

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol 5/5132kWClearance: 213mmTowing: 2,000kg$/100km: ~$14AutomaticSUV5yr/1000k km
Read our CX-5 review
10

Renault Duster Evolution 4x4

$36,490

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol 5/5130kWClearance: 212mmTowing: 1,500kg$/100km: ~$14AutomaticSUV5yr/1000k km
11

Nissan X-Trail ST 4WD 7-seat

$40,790

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol 5/5135kWClearance: 210mmTowing: 1,500kg$/100km: ~$14AutomaticSUV5yr/300k km
Read our X-Trail review
12

Jaecoo J7 Ridge AWD

$42,990

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol 5/5130kWClearance: 210mmTowing: 2,000kg$/100km: ~$16AutomaticSUV8yr/1000k km
13

Honda CR-V VTi L AWD

$43,900

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol 5/5140kWClearance: 208mmTowing: 1,500kg$/100km: ~$13CVTSUV5yr/1000k km
Read our CR-V review
14

KGM Rexton ELX

$50,000

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Diesel 5/5149kWClearance: 203mmTowing: 3,500kg$/100km: ~$188-speed AutomaticSUV7yr/1000k km
15

Subaru Crosstrek AWD 2.0L

$36,490

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol 5/5115kWClearance: 200mmTowing: 1,200kg$/100km: ~$15CVTSUV5yr/1000k km
Read our Crosstrek review
16

Mahindra XUV700 AX7L Black Edition

$43,990

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol 4/5149kWClearance: 200mm$/100km: ~$16AutomaticSUV7yr/150k km
17

Toyota RAV4 GX Hybrid AWD

$49,340

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026HybridHEV 5/5143kWClearance: 200mmTowing: 1,650kg$/100km: ~$13CVT (e-CVT)SUV5yr/unlimited
Read our RAV4 review
18

Mazda CX-60 G40e Pure

$54,490

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026HybridHEV 5/5209kWClearance: 200mmTowing: 2,000kg$/100km: ~$13AutomaticSUV5yr/1000k km
Read our CX-60 review
19

Mitsubishi Outlander ES AWD

$44,990

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol 5/5135kWClearance: 190mmTowing: 2,000kg$/100km: ~$14AutomaticSUV10yr/200k km
Read our Outlander review
20

Renault Koleos Techno 4x4

$47,990

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol 5/5140kWClearance: 190mmTowing: 2,000kg$/100km: ~$16AutomaticSUV7yr/1000k km

Key Features to Look For

Low Range Transfer Case

Rock crawling, steep descents, deep sand

200mm+ Ground Clearance

Clearing rocks, ruts and uneven terrain

Rear Diff Lock

Getting through deep mud and sand

3,500kg Towing

Large caravans, horse floats, boats

Diesel Engine

Long range touring with heavy loads

Snorkel Compatible

Water crossings and dusty conditions

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