COMPARISON: 2017 Dual-cab Ute Mega Test

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There are work utes - you know, the single-cab budget-focused models aimed at tradies specifically - and there are lifestyle utes, those that cost $60,000 to $70,000 that are more often seen with a dude in a suit driving them rather than a bloke in overalls. In fact, we drove those types of utes in our eight ute mega test a while ago, and we've even done an extra-cab lifestyle ute comparison, too.
But this time around we wanted to get down and dirty with a few more affordable models, the workhorses aimed more at coin-conscious consumers who will use their utes as, well, utes first and foremost. A proper Monday to Friday vehicle, not so much a lifestyle weekender, but with a dual-cab body to ensure that there’s space in the back if you need it.
So, here it is - our budget dual-cab ute mega test.
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@rsoul7282 7 лет назад

I love how you guys always jizz all over the amarok, and yes, it is a very nice town ute, and they are good off road, however, in terms of reliability, not so sparkling, we had amaroks as fleet vehicles in demanding conditions, as well as hilux and landcruiser, and they wilted under the pressure. Chassis corrosion, engine failures, and this was not over a very long period. VW make a fine car, but in terms of a bush ute, no, and that goes down to the 'core' of its engineering.

@joshbenton810 5 лет назад

The Colorado is just such a comfortable Ute to drive, a '15 LTZ 4×4 was by far the nicest vehicle I have driven more than once. Had one for a couple weeks while I was looking after a farm, and had the canopy completely full of vege scraps probably 350+ kilo, plus tools for my day job, and it didn't even notice it And it had great traction going up a slick grass hill every day, that when even slightly dewy, my Mazda 3 will get stuck, and I didn't even have to put the Ute in 4WD. And going In rural roads and into a bumpy cow paddock, it was super smooth. Plus it hardly jolted when going over curbs into the grounds of a hospital that i was working in(that my car bottomed out on the curb)

@hangglider100 7 лет назад

I drove all of them and I have to say the Amarok V 6 is outstanding. You even can't compare it - it is just a class of its own. Plus no fiddeling around with low gear switches. Plus it is a permanent 4wheel drive. Test it and be honest! It is great! I drove a VW T 4 syncro for 12 years - no issues...and sold it for 7000.- less than I bought it! The value stays high...

@jaimusicxx 7 лет назад

brilliant stuff guys - great review - informative and honest - well done!! I got my new Z71 Colorado a few weeks ago and it is a brilliant truck! i dont think any of these Utes would disappoint.The only thing that gets me is that there is no mention that the Hilux does not pass the rollover test (or moose test - sure overseas testing but could still happen on any Australian country road) so there is now way i would be putting my family in Hilux or the Amarok. Thanks for a great Vdieo

@alexfrankl7861 7 лет назад

Smallest dealer network , Isuzu , the fact they have made such an impact on the Aussie roads is a testament to its reliability and toughness . Toyota would have to have the largest dealer network in Aus so it would stand to reason they manage to shift a few . buy the time the D Max is run-in the hilux would be up for injectors 😂

@joslyrasitrasitrabeh7825 2 года назад

Mitsubishi Triton the best,more easy to maintain, cheapest maintenance, handling very good on cornering, Mitsubishi long lasting still very good to use 20-30 years, Rally Dakar highway 🏆

@marisajurai3160 7 лет назад

the dmax is the best

@trezythirdy3527 5 лет назад

May I ask why the ranger payload test was led down by break performance?

@Kingjames-ws1bo 7 лет назад

sir can ihave an advice.it is ok to use fwd on rough road hill..becuase we want to buy car. but only available is fwd..so it is ok to use.? can you make a video sir.

@nathancormack9922 7 лет назад

it is a resanoble comparison but i think you should use same type of spec vehicles so you are not putting a bottom spec vehicle for one manufacturer againts highter spec vehicle from another manufacturer

@carbonfiber492 7 лет назад

Nathan Cormack the issue is cost personally i dont know anyone that would buy a lower end model based off it costing more than a higher end model from another brand

@yohanesfritzmanurung4970 7 лет назад

there are some mistakes that i found in this video. why u don't use ford ranger with XLT Type or WildTrack Type? and where is navara and Mazda BT 50?

@Mike_Hoffmann 7 лет назад

so, a dmax for me then

@hungrynapps 6 лет назад

how long b4 the isuzu engine gets loud like d older version

@Reznor_Meeks 7 лет назад

it can't be that I'm the only on cringing with the fact the win went to the oldest model here, the win went to the one manufactured that was exposed for cheating emissions & the win went to the one ute that does not have passenger airbags. I would like to suggest to your test a few things that it seems most reviewers simply don't bother with such as: -dealer/service network - how about we FINALLY start to expose bad behavior of the dealers toward their costumer as ownership experience ? (ex collect data from costumers NOT about the car but about their experience after purchasing, that should bring some reward to those manufactures of which insist on training their dealer network and bring some exposure to those manufactures who just want your money then throw u away) -how thick is the paint, how much doe resist to scratching? -panels integrity (does it dent easily)? -interior materials such as the plastics scratch easy? cloth seats rip? etc etc

@morganmoonsamy2627 7 лет назад

I have the V9x and I'm loving it. First time I've held on to a UTE for 5 yrs. Hope Nissan can bring in some decent power with the new range

@mohamadal-hafizul475 5 лет назад

Finally, i found the video that help me.. good comparison.

@JDMEVOVIGSR 7 лет назад

Why no Mazda BT50? Always gets forgotten. It's by far the most underrated ute.

@dratempest610 7 лет назад

Very true Brad , for the money spent and the grunt one gets from the 3.2 engine it's hard to over look, but so many do

@Ttnorth11 7 лет назад

Its just so ugly. Thats why they dont sell

@89tuber 7 лет назад

Mazda is better value than Ranger, no argument there! But it seems the testers have trouble testing cars they have to cover with paper bags due to ugliness. Easier to test Ranger and apply the result to Mazda.

@JDMEVOVIGSR 7 лет назад

It wasn't the best looking ute before the facelift, I agree. But, the new headlights and grill make a massive difference in my opinion. Looks/styling is obviously very subjective tho.

@Ttnorth11 7 лет назад

Its dated. The interior feels old and it has the worst infotainment system there is. The only thing it shares with the Ford is the engine. The Ranger is way better. Inside and out.

@trezythirdy3527 5 лет назад

I thought the colorados wading depth is 800mm why does it say 600mm in the article im confused which is right?

@akhileshjain6337 7 лет назад

Could you also compare on mileage basis? which one gives the best mileage?

@bosse641 7 лет назад

Very enjoyable video. ...I like the Amarok. ...hopefully they will upgrade on the points lacking for the next year/s.

@sw86241996 7 лет назад

I own MN Triton with few modification. Since AT tyre and suspension updated and tune chip plug, it can easy load one tone without any drama. I did maximum 1.2 tone once but short distance. But I ask many local mechanics which brand is better. They all said toyota. Not like bullet proof advertising shit but less problem than another brand for sure. If I really need to get new ute , probably Triton as well. Exceed model 45k drive way price with rear diff lock, great traction control system. Top up $3500 extra for suspension, chip and tyre upgrade you can get a very capable ute.

@8700s14 7 лет назад

I don't know many long term Amarok owners who were happy with their ownership experience! They are fantastic under test drive conditions, but when you actually use one for 'proper work' they just don't cut the mustard. Then dealing with VW after-sales, joy!

@midnightstorm1920 5 лет назад

Thanks for this review. People can now decide what color of Hilux they are gonna buy.

@jhtongamer3151 11 месяцев назад

what about the ldv t 60 what do you think of theses utes the 2022 or 2023 should i get one or should i go for a ford ranger 2019 or 2018 would love to hear what you think or any others you think

@bluecent 6 лет назад

The Amarok is easily the best driving Ute out of this lot. When can we see a detailed review of the V6 Sportline, and have VW Oz made a call on When this airbag omission will be sorted?

@stuartmutch6003 7 лет назад

Thanks fellows, good test. Pity the video isn't longer with more of each ute in each section. I raise the question, in spite of the fact the Amarok doesn't have rear airbags it still achieves a 5 star safety rating. In the tests I have seen, this includes rear seat passengers. Does this then warrant dropping it to the bottom of the field in that area? I drive different utes at work, and have owned quite a few different brands. Before buying our Amarok auto, I checked the service costs against our current vehicle at the time. It was about 30% LESS than the other vehicle ( a common and popular brand). I totally agree with your comments regarding it off road. We have towed a camper through places others had issues without a trailer. Amazing to drive off road.

@pete5044 7 лет назад

Why did Drive just did a review with a Ranger that had the Sync 3 with Navigation??

@ashrtv6137 7 лет назад

can you pls do it again but with the top spec variants.

@CrusadeGamingTBO 6 лет назад

You guys really like filming out at Lithgow, seen places around Lithgow in a lot of your videos

@rodolfoeduardomittersteine249 7 лет назад

WHERE IS THE NP300? or it cant be on this test because of his suspension ;D

@Batterz1 7 лет назад

do a review on the 2015 ford ranger xl with the 2.2L engine

@trezythirdy3527 5 лет назад

It would be nice if you wrote the fuel consumption chart comparing each in the article.

@pjgroenewald7551 7 лет назад

why didn't you took the 3.2 Ranger XTL

@hmaccas9657 7 лет назад

Can you do a comparision of all the top models next, sr5, wildtrack etc.

@jesmardumancas9129 7 лет назад

H Maccas yeah I agree. 👍🏼

@sebsaeya 7 лет назад

Great video. What happened to the Mazda and the Nissan?

@binhbinh2450 7 лет назад

isuzu diesel is the best

@stefenosthepom2649 7 лет назад

you are correct no timing belt

@sauberbeast 6 лет назад

Yep if you want all the fault prone suv crap, which is going to keep you stuck at dealer workshops for days then get the other Ford or VW junk, otherwise the tough dmax is what cockroaches will be driving after the next nuclear apocalypse.

@chiphood2966 6 лет назад

Had all these at work and taken them out on the weekends here in the NT, the Isuzu is the only one id buy.

@cherylolsen4420 6 лет назад

Thank you for making a decision easy;)

@dratempest610 7 лет назад

Only 3 I would consider would be the Toyota Mazda and Dmax the rest ,well they are just weekend bling warriors 💍

@Revival85 7 лет назад

test drove all top models when buying my ute, wildtrak was best by far, drive it everyday love it

@1969cmp 6 лет назад

Have any of these vehicles reliability issues?

@tobyharden3717 6 лет назад

Could you please do a ford ranger vs toyota hilux vs holden colorado comparison

@rikuverahoveka1123 6 лет назад

How is the Nissan navara

@cjnilans 5 лет назад

I wanna see the 2.0 amarok manual review

@jonathanlaparan3572 7 лет назад

why is the isuzu almost always last ?

@morganmoonsamy2627 7 лет назад

Where's the nissan navara

@madrx2 7 лет назад

Because they're rubbish.

@Ttnorth11 7 лет назад

Yep. they are shit

@HaNNibal97smiTH 7 лет назад

I own a 1999 Nissan Navara 2.5 TD Intercooler with 340 000 km and it is still running smoothly. Definetely not a rubbish pick up

@madrx2 7 лет назад

They lost their way with the D40 onwards. Your ute was one of the good ones.

@petea2721 7 лет назад

it broke down already

@markcabayao9188 7 лет назад

Isuzu the best of all for durability and reliability!!! Proven and tested for 30 years.

@kartiknaidu9181 7 лет назад

Where is the navara

@kodiak7 7 лет назад

They addressed that in the podcast. Nissan wouldn't give them one.

@andrewford80 7 лет назад

Ears painted on mate?

@mysteryman662 6 лет назад

Kartik Naidu nissan don't feature because they're so shit

@connorbesson488 6 лет назад

Kartik Naidu navara is in the class above these along with the patrol and the toyota landy

@masafi88 7 лет назад

you forgot the Pro bt50 mazada why

@trezythirdy3527 6 лет назад

In the article about this test why didn't you categorized the Ute's with their price affordability payload interior etc At the end... Like the previous article about the previous ute tests...its still a nice comparison though... Keep up the good work guys

@shobinair5554 7 лет назад

do make a comparison between d max and hilux... plz

@PorscheGt1000HP 5 лет назад

D'max is ofc BETTER HILIUX TEND TO ROLL A LOTT AHHAHA

@anirudh7396 7 лет назад

it's out of the topic but is Hyundai Creta a good and worth car? and Paul why don't you continue ur autovlogs please don't stop..!!

@DistantLightProd 7 лет назад

Looks like the BT-50 didnt make any mention

@amilletr 7 лет назад

This is not a "MEGA TEST". I love your videos guys but c'mon, this is the best growing segment and in some people minds a #1 choice car for daily and recreational use, and most probably they will buy the full version, the utility version. You missed the Navara which is a great competitor, and OF COURSE the big change in the Amarok which is the 3.0 L V6. I would highly recommend you to remake the video with full versions. Gotta say it again, your videos are awesome. it is just a positive feedback!

@provishu 7 лет назад

how abt Nissan navara and Mazda?

@dbellchambers 7 лет назад

Navara needs to be in the test

@Arjayned 7 лет назад

Dylan Bellchambers even the chevrolet colorado is not their

@ianacorn4915 7 лет назад

This is an Australian test, Australia does not have Chevrolet.

@petea2721 7 лет назад

Dylan Bellchambers it broke down on the way

@wickedleeloopy2115 7 лет назад

Nedzkie_Gamer the holden colorado is a Chevy

@iestynevans9275 6 лет назад

Dylan Bellchambers would probably snap in half

@gordiepeters5652 7 лет назад

airbags '' i rode around in a HT Holden Ute it didn't have airbags :) i reckon the rok won this fair and square

@coreylongenecker2288 7 лет назад

i'm a little surprised that australia doesn't get full sized pickup trucks

@lyellbro1 7 лет назад

Amarok lol, enjoy everything ass about face in the cab, indicators on wrong side, bonnet release, had one on my job and the suspension was very rough. The constant 4x4 was pretty good though, I'm now back with my land cruiser ute o there is a god 💖

@adifirdhausadimohamadadnan8001 6 лет назад

The Amarok. Its not available in my country and never seen people bought one. I wih u can rate them from 1st place to fifth overall. Nice video anyways.

@Runner50783 5 лет назад

Most Ausie reviewers rate the Triton as not so good for off - road, however, if you find pickup off roading action, its mostly Hilux and Tritons, specially on the rally harsh places like indonesia, malasya and thailand, where there is a lot of muddy mountains.

@Suroyfamilia 7 лет назад

No NP300 navara?. These Ute's are not 50k they look like base trim models except for the GLS triton which can be had for 40k.

@mojejaje2073 6 лет назад

I thought Isuzu Made the 2.8 Duramax Diesel for the Colorado?

@IMLYINGISWEAR 5 лет назад

Nope, unfortunately GM makes that particular motor. Which is what killed the colorado imo. The Colorado is just a isuzu chassis with a GM engine which is plagued with issues. The isuzu Dmax with their own 4jj1 turbo diesel makes for a far superior vehicle.

@crypt0gh0stph38 7 лет назад

It Would be complete if they included the navara.

@Drivecomau 7 лет назад

Series 2 car was only launched this week - it wasn't available for the mega test.

@joshlouw1 7 лет назад

All these comparisons are hit and miss really because in one comparison it is said the Ranger is best and the Amarok not. Then you watch some other comparison and it might be the other way round. Even though I do own an Amarok and absolutely love it, (AND having owned and driven a Hilux and a Ranger for work) I am being open minded when the time comes to upgrade/replace it due to it not having airbags in the rear. It also misses out on standard equipment the Ranger XLT comes with, but it still looks and feels good sitting behind the wheel where you spend most of your time, which is also important to me. Just interesting though that it did initially score 5 stars for safety without those airbags but have been downgraded here in AUS due to new standards. So my question is, how safe is/was it then when it did have 5 stars? Are the airbags the only thing to consider when it comes to safety or are we overlooking something here? Just a thought....

@richardbanks1716 6 лет назад

Josh Louw well said.. I'm considering upgrading to an amarok and I dont think no rear airbags will be a deal breaker. I bet it's still as safe if not more so than most out there anyway..

@connor708 7 лет назад

why not Mazda bt50!! come on guys

@mikekay213 7 лет назад

Can someone explain why the Amarok has no rear airbags in 2017?

@mixalis6168 7 лет назад

also explain why the Hilux cant pass the so called moose test ! ????

@jaimusicxx 7 лет назад

yes buddy the moose or rollover test is just as important and the Hilux fails really bad!

@craighenley8629 7 лет назад

2017 hilux passed that test checkmate NO troll

@roywynter9983 7 лет назад

Cost retrofitting them, possible on next model.

@warrenlp8536 6 лет назад

Wait......they pass all tests overseas but it's an issue in a country that's in the arsehole of the world and has little to no car industry. WOW!

@litmixer1751 7 лет назад

Where is the Navara? Also, can you do a separate review for the Colorado

@Drivecomau 7 лет назад

Colorado Z71 review coming. Series 2 Navara was not available for the test.

@hungrynapps 6 лет назад

i wanna see which would win in a drag race.. the fastest ute on d road

@jamaalclarke5402 7 лет назад

where is the Nissan & Mazda in this video?

@Drivecomau 7 лет назад

+Jamaal Clarke neither were available to us, unfortunately. We detail that aspect in the written review.

@reiichigo681 7 лет назад

Work horse only hilux n dmax, we're in forest timber business and know better

@4wdsome444 6 лет назад

I have owned all of these utes except the holden that isnt sold in the uk the amarok and the isuzu are so much better than the rest

@pantch12345 7 лет назад

Come on guys, how about Navara???

@Alex64W 6 лет назад

Ford Ranger (Mazda BT 50)

@Xyb3rTeCh 6 лет назад

Excellent review. However you kissed out the Nissan Navara.

@zanehutchison7304 7 лет назад

Why arent you driving an sr5 hilux? Its not really a fair comparison

@madrx2 7 лет назад

None of the utes are in top guise!

@glennmcc64 7 лет назад

Have you seen the price of an SR5?

@rajaindo 7 лет назад

glennmcc64 yeah and there just a load of rubbish year after year it's always facelifted without any major design improvements..

@rajaindo 7 лет назад

Zane Hutchison the hilux in no longer the segment leader in the ute market, it is outdated, overpriced and isn't capable enough like the other utes such as the Isuzu d-max..

@zacharygraham4039 7 лет назад

well said mate where is the sr5 why would they use the sr ? lol

@rohisoerdjan6644 6 лет назад

Where is the nissan frontier???

@allanmacbadger5692 6 лет назад

There are quite a few contraditions to other reviews they have done on the pick up trucks, plus how can you have a relevant pick up range review without a Nissan Navara? the previous all rounder and bench mark. As for day to day workhorses, I work in construction and forestry so drive on and off road, plus do quite a bit of towing as well, I have had 2 previous Nissan Navara double cabs, both have done 150K miles in about 4-5 years, the first truck went on to cover 235K miles in 10 years with only limited brakedown based on the usual suspects - tyres, brakes, exhuast and so on. I have now been driving a Ford Ranger Limited double cab for 2 years and this is dong very well also, slightly more civilised on the road than the Nissan but doesn't seem quite so rugged as the Nissan. Using BF Goodrich AT tyres works wonders off road and they have good milage as well. Would I have a VW - NO! way too expensive to buy and run. VW - too expensive to buy and run Toyota - good rugged truck but lacks on road manners and some modern gizmos Mitsubishi - way too small inside unless you are under 5'8" tall and rather dull interior Holden - as with all GM vehicles cheaply built and will fall to pieces quickly Izusu D Max - very good basic allround truck just lacks a bit of equipment Ford Ranger - extremely good all round truck and good at everything it needs to do - will it last as well as a Nissan?

@kartiknaidu9181 7 лет назад

Where is bt50

@BenzinioB 7 лет назад

No matter what your test shows the Amaroc would be probably my last choice for Ute Hilux is always first!

@nismoroger 7 лет назад

Navara?

@LHJ714 7 лет назад

ranger is the best.

@rodolfoeduardomittersteine249 6 лет назад

NP300 please!

@horaciodavidrivera5571 7 лет назад

What about the Nissan NP300??...

@Drivecomau 7 лет назад

+Horacio David Rivera Santamaria Nissan wouldn't give us one for this comparison.

@wildsidemtb 6 лет назад

navara was missing

@thebeerhunter817 7 лет назад

you need to start taking into consideration reliability because the amarok is not a reliable car so not a worthy winner.

@happyknife8785 6 лет назад

Amarok is easily the most unreliable and expensive for ongoing costs over all, more expensive in every category, from parts, to servicing, to insurance. fuel. Their a great car if you can keep it on the road or if you can afford.

@woounie 7 лет назад

9:48 see a drone😂😂

@bizwest2264 7 лет назад

No Mazda BT50 and Nissan Navara??

@sisituiloma3225 6 лет назад

Biz West ..latest model of nissan Navara wasnt available yet..

@martinbenford3442 6 лет назад

Isuzu D - Max Recommended

@trezythirdy3527 7 лет назад

The ranger should have won in the payload test! It still has the biggest payload.

@JakeMartin94 4 года назад

Isuzu D-Max is the car I’d pick

@denvermarkcamba6971 6 лет назад

Holden Colorado is the beast

@BMW-whatever 4 года назад

i would see offroad of these utes fully loaded

@chin649 7 лет назад

Navara? :(

@hassanhalloum7142 7 лет назад

tug of war mega test

@Peno1992 6 лет назад

HiLux for Life

@Caly2c 6 лет назад

I feel like this comparo is very mismatched. You have base models vs top models so of course there is going to be dramatic differences is spec and performance. If you had of based the test on equal models not price then i think the results would be less polarising and unfair

@ejnicole7139 6 лет назад

Where's the Nissan Navara???

@aliwest2954 6 лет назад

Isuzu for me

@alexhayes7060 6 лет назад

Want a ranger

@markleach1866 6 лет назад

If you want reliability and high re sale value stick to hilux or dmax. Having owned a 2016 sr5 hilux and spending a lot of time behind the wheel of my friends 2017 dmax, I can tell you first hand that you cannot fault both vehicles. They are both very reliable and comfortable. Yes, the ride will always be harder than a car because its a ute, however both are really nice and both have more than enough power and torque for off roading and towing. The reality is you can get into a dual cab 4x4 dmax (SX model) for $39k driveway which is very cheap for a reliable ute both for families or tradies. The dmax interior isn't as shiny as the sr5's however, this shouldn't be a problem if you are buying a ute, as you are buying a ute, not a premiun suv, you should re check your expectations if this bothers you. The best advice I can give is to stay away from bullshit reviews such as this one and go and test drive the vehicles for your self first hand, even ask various mechanics for their opinion, mechanics can be very honest when it comes to giving advice on problematic vehicles, unfortunately the same cannot be said for when they are working on your own car to a certain degree. In my opinion you cannot go past the dmax or hilux purely based on reliability, performance, functionality and re sale value, however at the end of the day its your money.