Best AWD & 4WD Cars Australia 2026

Every all-wheel-drive and 4WD vehicle ranked by price, power, drivetrain and safety.

All-wheel drive means more grip on wet roads, gravel, snow and the occasional dirt track, without committing to a heavy-duty off-roader. We have ranked every AWD and 4WD vehicle on sale in Australia by price, then shown power, drivetrain type and ANCAP safety so you can see what your money buys. From compact AWD SUVs to serious 4WD wagons, every figure is pulled from manufacturer specifications.

78cars ranked
Updated July 2026
#1Toyota Yaris Cross
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$34,790

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026HybridHEV~$8/100kmDrive: AWDPower: 85kWSafety: 5/5 ANCAPCVTSUV5yr/Unlimited
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$36,490

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol~$11/100kmDrive: AWDPower: 96kWManualSUV5yr/Unlimited
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$36,490

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol~$14/100kmDrive: AWDPower: 115kWSafety: 5/5 ANCAPCVTSUV5yr/Unlimited
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$36,990

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol~$13/100kmDrive: 4WDPower: 75kWAutomaticSUV3yr/100k km
5

$36,990

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Diesel~$17/100kmDrive: 4WDPower: 160kWAutomaticUte7yr/200k km
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$39,490

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Diesel~$17/100kmDrive: 4WDPower: 120kWSafety: 5/5 ANCAPAutoUte7yr/Unlimited
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$39,990

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol~$14/100kmDrive: AWDPower: 132kWAutomaticSUV5yr/Unlimited
8

$40,500

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Diesel~$18/100kmDrive: 4WDPower: 133kW6-speed AutomaticUte7yr/Unlimited
9

$40,850

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol~$14/100kmDrive: AWDPower: 140kWSafety: 4/5 ANCAPCVTSUV5yr/Unlimited
10

$40,900

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2024Petrol~$17/100kmDrive: AWDPower: 180kWSafety: 5/5 ANCAPAutoSUV7yr/Unlimited
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$41,140

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol~$15/100kmDrive: 4WDPower: 135kWSafety: 5/5 ANCAPAutomaticSUV5yr/Unlimited
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$42,490

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol~$16/100kmDrive: AWDPower: 126kWCVTSUV7yr/Unlimited
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$42,490

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026PetrolICE~$11/100kmDrive: AWDPower: 80.9kWAutomaticSUV3yr/100k km
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$42,662

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Diesel~$16/100kmDrive: 4WDPower: 125kWSafety: 5/5 ANCAPAutomaticUte7yr/Unlimited
15

$42,690

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2025Petrol~$15/100kmDrive: AWDPower: 120kW6-speed AutomaticSUV7yr/Unlimited
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$42,990

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol~$15/100kmDrive: AWDPower: 137kWAutomaticSUV8yr/Unlimited
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$42,990

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Mild HEVMHEV~$17/100kmDrive: 4WDPower: 120kWAutomaticUte7yr/Unlimited
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$42,990

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Diesel~$16/100kmDrive: 4WDPower: 154kWSafety: 5/5 ANCAPAutomaticUte7yr/Unlimited
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$43,240

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol~$15/100kmDrive: AWDPower: 135kWSafety: 5/5 ANCAPCVT AutomaticSUV10yr/200k km
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$43,490

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol~$12/100kmDrive: AWDPower: 103kWSafety: 5/5 ANCAPAutomaticSUV3yr/100k km

Key Features to Look For

Full-time AWD

Confidence on wet and slippery sealed roads

4WD with low range

Steep, loose or off-road terrain

Hill descent control

Controlled descents on gravel and mud

Ground clearance 200mm+

Clearing ruts, kerbs and rough tracks

3,000kg+ towing

Caravans, boats and trailers with stability

5-Star ANCAP

Maximum crash protection

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