How to compare work utes
Separate must-haves from nice-to-haves. Cab layout, deck or wellside choice, security, towing frequency, loaded payload, driver comfort and service backup can matter more than a long equipment list.
- ✓Double cab, extra cab or single cab
- ✓2WD or 4WD and where it will actually travel
- ✓Tray, wellside, canopy or service-body setup
- ✓Replacement cycle, finance approach and expected kilometres
Popular ute models to research
New Zealand buyers commonly shortlist the Ford Ranger, Toyota Hilux, BYD Shark 6, Isuzu D-Max, Mitsubishi Triton, Nissan Navara, Volkswagen Amarok, GWM Cannon, Foton Tunland, LDV T60 and JAC T9. The standard Cannon Hi4-T PHEV is announced but remains Coming Soon, so keep it separate from available-now choices and from the larger Cannon Alpha PHEV.
- ✓Ford Ranger and Toyota Hilux
- ✓BYD Shark 6 and announced GWM Cannon Hi4-T plug-in hybrids
- ✓Isuzu D-Max, Mitsubishi Triton and Nissan Navara
- ✓Volkswagen Amarok, GWM Cannon, Foton Tunland, LDV T60 and JAC T9
Price is only one part of value
Ask for an itemised quote that shows vehicle, accessories, on-road costs, finance conditions and expected delivery. A cheaper base vehicle can become the dearer work solution after setup, downtime and resale are considered.