The BMW X5 M50d is a gem. Don’t mistake it for an AWD SUV that you can take far off road, rather it is a sports SUV that provides fun in abundance with its awe inspiring engine and handling and reasonable owing capacity. At almost $160,000 it is expensive but could be considered a bargain. It is also a worthy winner of the OzRoamer Sports SUV of the Year 2012.
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Going back some ten or so years ago Mitsubishi revolutionised the 4WD market with a large 4WD that actually had road manners. Time has moved on and the latest model of the Pajero is now getting long in the tooth but still remains an exceptionally competent 4WD with good handling and dynamics and excellent value. […]
For the new Ford AWD TDCi V6 Duratorq TDCi all-wheel drive Territory the maximum towing capacity is 2700kg with a maximum downward tow ball capacity of 270kg. We have towed a number of camper trailers behind the Territory and it really is a breeze. […]
The BMW X3 xDrive 30d is the top of the X3 range and it is absolutely a favourite here at OzRoamer. Here you have an AWD SUV that has a degree of balance between the competing elements that is a cut above most of its competitors. […]
The Audi Q5 3.0L TDi is a stalwart in the market segment. The updates in December 2012 have helped keep the Q5 at the forefront. It certainly should be on your list as a AWD SUV with reasonable towing capacity. […]
The Volvo XC60 D5 Teknik I had the pleasure of driving is a classy AWD Vehicle. Driving it for the first time I was surprised at the ride height of the vehicle (it stands at 1713mm in height) and how comfortable it was. […]
Once at the forefront of the compact AWD SUV class recent additions such as the Mazda CX5, Kia Sportage and Hyundai IX35 have seen the VW Tiguan relegated to the second tier of choice. To combat this VW has recently released an updated version. […]
The flagship of the Lexus 4WD range is the LX570. If you are looking for a large 4WD that is full of goodies and luxuries, is good off-road and can haul a load then you can’t do much better than the Lexus LX570. […]
The Discovery 4 has its award-winning Terrain Response system, which optimises the vehicle set-up for virtually all on-road or off-road driving situations, with five different settings to suit different terrains. […]
What is it about Birsdville that the very name conjures up all sorts of images.….It draws us like a magnet to experience what some people believe is the most isolated place on the continent. […]
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