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.

45cars ranked
Updated October 2026
#1LDV D90
1

$48,990

$51,568 drive away (VIC, advertised)

(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol184kWClearance: 246mmTowing: 3,000kg$/100km: ~$18.33AutomaticSUV7yr/200k km
2

$55,900

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Diesel 5/5120kWClearance: 235mmTowing: 3,500kg$/100km: ~$12.73AutomaticSUV6yr/150k km
3

$44,550

$48,990 drive away (VIC, advertised)

(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Diesel129kWClearance: 227mmTowing: 2,500kg$/100km: ~$13.68AutomaticSUV7yr/150k km
4

$49,990

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol 5/5162kWClearance: 224mmTowing: 3,000kg$/100km: ~$18.52AutoSUV7yr/Unlimited
5

$38,990

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol 5/5115kWClearance: 220mmTowing: 1,400kg$/100km: ~$14.04CVTSUV5yr/Unlimited
6

$45,990

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol 5/5136kWClearance: 220mmTowing: 1,800kg$/100km: ~$15.41CVTSUV5yr/Unlimited
7

$48,990

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol 5/5137kWClearance: 220mmTowing: 2,000kg$/100km: ~$15.79CVTSUV5yr/Unlimited
8

$36,490

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol96kWClearance: 212mmTowing: 1,500kg$/100km: ~$11.126-speed manualSUV5yr/Unlimited
9

$54,990

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Mild HEVMHEV145kWClearance: 211mmTowing: 2,100kg$/100km: ~$14.24AutomaticSUV5yr/Unlimited
10

$33,150

$36,490 drive away (VIC, advertised)

(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol75kWClearance: 210mmTowing: 1,300kg$/100km: ~$12.485-speed manualSUV5yr/No data
11

$34,990

$40,490 drive away (VIC, advertised)

(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol75kWClearance: 210mmTowing: 1,300kg$/100km: ~$12.485-speed manualSUV5yr/No data
12

$42,990

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol137kWClearance: 210mmTowing: 1,350kg$/100km: ~$15.21AutomaticSUV8yr/Unlimited
13

$46,540

$50,410 drive away (VIC, advertised)

(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol 5/5135kWClearance: 210mmTowing: 1,600kg$/100km: ~$15.79CVT AutomaticSUV10yr/200k km
14

$44,650

$57,500 drive away (VIC, advertised)

(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol 4/5140kWClearance: 208mmTowing: 1,500kg$/100km: ~$15.02CVTSUV5yr/Unlimited
15

$39,990

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol 5/5132kWClearance: 205mmTowing: 1,800kg$/100km: ~$14.43AutomaticSUV5yr/Unlimited
16

$41,305

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol 5/5135kWClearance: 205mmTowing: 2,000kg$/100km: ~$15.21AutomaticSUV5yr/Unlimited
17

$50,000

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Diesel149kWClearance: 203mmTowing: 3,500kg$/100km: ~$16.538-speed AutomaticSUV7yr/Unlimited
18

$56,100

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Mild HEVMHEV 5/5187kWClearance: 200mmTowing: 2,000kg$/100km: ~$9.88AutomaticSUV5yr/Unlimited
19

$56,990

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026EVEV 5/5266kWClearance: 190mmTowing: 1,500kg$/100km: ~$4.80AutomaticSUV10yr/250k km
20

$47,790

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2024PHEVPHEV94kWClearance: 188mmTowing: 1,500kg$/100km: ~$3.70AutomaticSUV10yr/200k 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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