COMPARISON: 2017 Dual-cab Ute Mega Test

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Drive.com.au

7 жыл бұрын

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 жыл бұрын

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 жыл бұрын

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)

@marisajurai3160 7 жыл бұрын

the dmax is the best

@hangglider100 7 жыл бұрын

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...

@joslyrasitrasitrabeh7825 2 жыл бұрын

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 🏆

@jaimusicxx 7 жыл бұрын

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

@Mike_Hoffmann 7 жыл бұрын

so, a dmax for me then

@alexfrankl7861 7 жыл бұрын

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 😂

@bosse641 7 жыл бұрын

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

@mohamadal-hafizul475 5 жыл бұрын

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

@binhbinh2450 7 жыл бұрын

isuzu diesel is the best

@stefenosthepom2649 7 жыл бұрын

you are correct no timing belt

@sauberbeast 6 жыл бұрын

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.

@nathancormack9922 7 жыл бұрын

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 жыл бұрын

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

@Reznor_Meeks 7 жыл бұрын

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

@CrusadeGamingTBO 6 жыл бұрын

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

@bluecent 6 жыл бұрын

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?

@morganmoonsamy2627 7 жыл бұрын

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

@stuartmutch6003 7 жыл бұрын

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.

@markcabayao9188 7 жыл бұрын

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

@midnightstorm1920 5 жыл бұрын

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

@JDMEVOVIGSR 7 жыл бұрын

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

@dratempest610 7 жыл бұрын

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 жыл бұрын

Its just so ugly. Thats why they dont sell

@89tuber 7 жыл бұрын

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 жыл бұрын

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 жыл бұрын

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.

@sw86241996 7 жыл бұрын

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.

@akhileshjain6337 7 жыл бұрын

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

@jhtongamer3151 10 ай бұрын

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

@yohanesfritzmanurung4970 7 жыл бұрын

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?

@Kingjames-ws1bo 7 жыл бұрын

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.

@trezythirdy3527 5 жыл бұрын

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

@8700s14 7 жыл бұрын

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!

@pete5044 7 жыл бұрын

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

@sebsaeya 7 жыл бұрын

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

@trezythirdy3527 5 жыл бұрын

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

@dratempest610 7 жыл бұрын

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

@Revival85 7 жыл бұрын

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

@trezythirdy3527 6 жыл бұрын

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

@hungrynapps 6 жыл бұрын

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

@hmaccas9657 7 жыл бұрын

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

@jesmardumancas9129 7 жыл бұрын

H Maccas yeah I agree. 👍🏼

@ashrtv6137 7 жыл бұрын

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

@morganmoonsamy2627 7 жыл бұрын

Where's the nissan navara

@madrx2 7 жыл бұрын

Because they're rubbish.

@Ttnorth11 7 жыл бұрын

Yep. they are shit

@HaNNibal97smiTH 7 жыл бұрын

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 жыл бұрын

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

@petea2721 7 жыл бұрын

it broke down already

@trezythirdy3527 5 жыл бұрын

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

@chiphood2966 6 жыл бұрын

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 жыл бұрын

Thank you for making a decision easy;)

@rodolfoeduardomittersteine249 7 жыл бұрын

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

@1969cmp 6 жыл бұрын

Have any of these vehicles reliability issues?

@Batterz1 7 жыл бұрын

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

@pjgroenewald7551 7 жыл бұрын

why didn't you took the 3.2 Ranger XTL

@kartiknaidu9181 7 жыл бұрын

Where is the navara

@kodiak7 7 жыл бұрын

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

@andrewford80 7 жыл бұрын

Ears painted on mate?

@mysteryman662 6 жыл бұрын

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

@connorbesson488 6 жыл бұрын

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

@joshlouw1 7 жыл бұрын

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 жыл бұрын

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..

@cjnilans 5 жыл бұрын

I wanna see the 2.0 amarok manual review

@amilletr 7 жыл бұрын

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!

@anirudh7396 7 жыл бұрын

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..!!

@rikuverahoveka1123 6 жыл бұрын

How is the Nissan navara

@tobyharden3717 6 жыл бұрын

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

@jonathanlaparan3572 7 жыл бұрын

why is the isuzu almost always last ?

@shobinair5554 7 жыл бұрын

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

@PorscheGt1000HP 5 жыл бұрын

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

@BenzinioB 7 жыл бұрын

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

@markleach1866 6 жыл бұрын

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.

@zanehutchison7304 7 жыл бұрын

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

@madrx2 7 жыл бұрын

None of the utes are in top guise!

@glennmcc64 7 жыл бұрын

Have you seen the price of an SR5?

@rajaindo 7 жыл бұрын

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

@rajaindo 7 жыл бұрын

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 жыл бұрын

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

@masafi88 7 жыл бұрын

you forgot the Pro bt50 mazada why

@coreylongenecker2288 7 жыл бұрын

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

@gordiepeters5652 7 жыл бұрын

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

@reiichigo681 7 жыл бұрын

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

@DistantLightProd 7 жыл бұрын

Looks like the BT-50 didnt make any mention

@provishu 7 жыл бұрын

how abt Nissan navara and Mazda?

@LHJ714 7 жыл бұрын

ranger is the best.

@lyellbro1 7 жыл бұрын

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 💖

@db4319 7 жыл бұрын

Navara needs to be in the test

@Arjayned 7 жыл бұрын

Dylan Bellchambers even the chevrolet colorado is not their

@ianacorn4915 7 жыл бұрын

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

@petea2721 7 жыл бұрын

Dylan Bellchambers it broke down on the way

@wickedleeloopy2115 7 жыл бұрын

Nedzkie_Gamer the holden colorado is a Chevy

@iestynevans9275 6 жыл бұрын

Dylan Bellchambers would probably snap in half

@Runner50783 5 жыл бұрын

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.

@thebeerhunter817 7 жыл бұрын

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

@happyknife8785 6 жыл бұрын

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.

@Suroyfamilia 7 жыл бұрын

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.

@adifirdhausadimohamadadnan8001 6 жыл бұрын

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.

@litmixer1751 7 жыл бұрын

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

@Drivecomau 7 жыл бұрын

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

@mitchellkelly5602 7 жыл бұрын

Why did you guys test a workmate instead of SR in this comparison

@allanmacbadger5692 6 жыл бұрын

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?

@jamaalclarke5402 7 жыл бұрын

where is the Nissan & Mazda in this video?

@Drivecomau 7 жыл бұрын

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

@woounie 6 жыл бұрын

9:48 see a drone😂😂

@nismoroger 7 жыл бұрын

Navara?

@hungrynapps 6 жыл бұрын

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

@connor708 7 жыл бұрын

why not Mazda bt50!! come on guys

@pantch12345 7 жыл бұрын

Come on guys, how about Navara???

@crypt0gh0stph38 7 жыл бұрын

It Would be complete if they included the navara.

@Drivecomau 7 жыл бұрын

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

@kartiknaidu9181 7 жыл бұрын

Where is bt50

@Xyb3rTeCh 6 жыл бұрын

Excellent review. However you kissed out the Nissan Navara.

@rohisoerdjan6644 6 жыл бұрын

Where is the nissan frontier???

@rodolfoeduardomittersteine249 6 жыл бұрын

NP300 please!

@terrenceganasen257 7 жыл бұрын

stupid comments about workhorses. this test covered a lot more than just workhorses. people have different needs from their bakkies now and each vehicle has different strengths. glad to see the dmax and triton getting some points

@4wdsome444 6 жыл бұрын

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

@martinbenford3442 5 жыл бұрын

Isuzu D - Max Recommended

@Caly2c 6 жыл бұрын

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

@denvermarkcamba6971 6 жыл бұрын

Holden Colorado is the beast

@BMW-whatever 4 жыл бұрын

i would see offroad of these utes fully loaded

@mikekay213 7 жыл бұрын

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

@mixalis6168 7 жыл бұрын

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

@jaimusicxx 7 жыл бұрын

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

@craighenley8629 7 жыл бұрын

2017 hilux passed that test checkmate NO troll

@roywynter9983 7 жыл бұрын

Cost retrofitting them, possible on next model.

@warrenlp8536 6 жыл бұрын

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!

@mojejaje2073 5 жыл бұрын

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

@IMLYINGISWEAR 5 жыл бұрын

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.