ute reviews 2023 Page 6

Chasing ute reviews for 2023? The Ford Ranger serves up tech and torque in equal measure, the Toyota HiLux trades fireworks for ironclad reliability, and the Isuzu D‑Max quietly gets on with the job like a foreman who skipped smoko. VW Amarok brings the polish, Mitsubishi Triton keeps the budget honest, and Nissan Navara rides comfortably when the tray’s not full of cement. Most claim up to 3,500 kg towing and about a tonne of payload, but ride and cabin refinement vary—from "SUV-nice" to "worksite Wednesday". Check warranties, servicing costs, and accessory fitment quality before you sign; shiny snorkels don’t guarantee dry feet. Shopping used? Have a squiz on Tradingpost for well-kept examples that haven’t spent every weekend impersonating a bulldozer.