4x4 Like Isuzu MU-X, Ford Everest, Mitsubish Pajero Sport

thepigs on 13/12/2021 - 17:46

Please recommend a 4x4 for me - I have not owned one before. I will tow an offroad camper (1500kg). If you know of any bargains of tips that would also be appreciated.

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Comments

  • Muzeeb on 13/12/2021 - 17:50
    +3

    No bargains in the automotive industry. Period.

    /thread

  • Hithere on 13/12/2021 - 18:29
    +1

    Try a forum dedicated to 4x4 owners. They will have all the answers you seek.

    Plenty on the Internet.

  • spackbace on 13/12/2021 - 18:50

    1500kg is small for one of those. I suggest you actually go and look at cars, drive them, and see what suits your needs/wants/budget

  • kizzy on 13/12/2021 - 19:18

    The 3.0L diesel in the M-UX is apparently pretty reliable. If it were me I'd go Isuzu - Mitsubishi- ford.
    Or you could get a Toyota Prado.

  • pharkurnell on 13/12/2021 - 19:45

    Its amazing how the definition of a 4wd has changed over time….

    • kizzy on 13/12/2021 - 19:55

      In what way?

      • pharkurnell on 13/12/2021 - 19:57

        Most are marshmallows now…

        • mapax on 13/12/2021 - 20:11
          +2

          To be fair most of the people who drive them these days are just as soft as a marshmallow…

    • brendanm on 13/12/2021 - 20:11
      +3

      How are those listed, not 4wds?

      • mapax on 15/12/2021 - 08:56

        IFS? Back in the day when it was introduced I remember all the rich 4x4 owners I knew declaring they’d never buy a “soft” 4x4 with IFS. These days those same people refuse to buy a 4x4 that doesn’t have every entertainment option available whilst I still have my old live axle vehicle that doesn’t even have factory power steering.

        • brendanm on 15/12/2021 - 11:04

          Nothing wrong with ifs, some are independent all round. Have a look at the independent suspension rock bouncer on YouTube, works way better than the live axle ones. What sort of suspension does a military humvee have?

  • Traveller107 on 13/12/2021 - 22:35

    Pajero, pajero sport, cruiser, patrol and everest- all good options depending on your budget. All of these would tow the 1500 camper very easily and tackle off road terrain
    well .

    One thing to consider is the ease and access to any repairs incase something gets damaged or broken in the bush. Pajero, cruisers and rangers seem to be the most popular choice amongst serious caravanners.

    We considered mux a few months ago but after a test drive we struck it off our list. I've heard the old model used to be good but the new one isn't worth the money they're asking. Anyways I'd recommend the pajero sport. Cheers!

  • JIMB0 on 14/12/2021 - 09:24

    Lada Niva

  • Calmago on 15/12/2021 - 08:48

    Depends on what you're going to do with it.

    We have a Pajero Sport and an Austrack Sav X, fully loaded she's a bit of 2t. We just finished a month up cape york without any issues.

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