New 4x4s coming to Australia in 2024

In the market for a new 4x4, or ready to take the plunge into the lifestlye? These are the new and facelifted 4x4s en-route to Australia in 2024. It's bound to be yet another big year for the booming segment! Read on...

Looking for something else? Check out our Medium SUV, Small SUV and Large SUV lists to see what's coming for those segments in 2024.

Mitsubishi Triton: Q1 2024

The bigger, bolder and more expensive next-gen Triton will launch in February this year, with the popular ute now set to trade blows with the big hitters of the segment – Ford’s Ranger and Toyota’s HiLux.

Mitsubishi has essentially rebuilt the Triton from the ground up, thoroughly reworking everything from the dimensions (bigger in every way), chassis, engine, interior and driving dynamics. Plus, towing capacity finally meets the industry standard of 3500kg.

All Tritons released at launch will be powered by a new Mitsubishi-built 2.4-litre twin-turbo DOHC 16V MiVEC diesel, which develops 150kW at 3500rpm and 470Nm from as low as 1500rpm – an increase of 17kW and 40Nm compared to the old model.

We’ve already driven two pre-production variants ahead of its local launch, the GLS and GSR. Read the review here.

Isuzu D-MAX: Q1

A facelifted D-MAX will arrive locally in the first quarter of 2024.

The venerable ute will receive a new-look front end, updated “triple-armour” LED tail-lights, and minor interior tweaks including an updated infotainment software with much-needed wireless Android Auto connectivity – previously only available with wireless Apple CarPlay.

At the front, the D-MAX will wear redesigned headlights, a new grey or ‘black chrome’ grille, and a new lower bumper with an integrated air vent. Plus, the D-MAX gets new wheel designs, and the flagship X-Terrain gets more aggressive wheel arches.

The D-MAX will also receive a ‘rough terrain mode’ borrowed from the MU-X. The 3.0-litre turbo-diesel engine remains unchanged.

Isuzu MU-X 1.9: Q1

Isuzu will introduce an MU-X with the option of a 1.9-litre turbo-diesel engine that generates 110kW and 350Nm.

This cheaper alternative may have considerably lower outputs than the 140kW/450Nm 3.0-litre turbo-diesel engine, but it should see a decent price drop to get into an MU-X.

“IUA plans to introduce the Isuzu 1.9L engine available in some current D-MAX variants to the MU-X range in 2024,” Isuzu Ute Australia spokesperson said to 4X4 Australia in December 2023. “Exact timings and model range at this stage is not confirmed, but we will provide more information when it becomes available.”

A 1.9-litre MU-X will also likely have a limited three-tonne towing capacity.

Jeep Wrangler: April 2024

An updated Wrangler will arrive in Jeep dealerships in the first half of 2024, with Jeep Australia confirming the Wrangler's 209kW/347Nm 3.6-litre ‘Pentastar’ petrol V6 will be replaced by a 200kW/400Nm 2.0-litre turbo-petrol ‘Hurricane’ four-cylinder.

The revised model will also receive new tech – most notably a full-floating Dana rear axle on Rubicon models – subtle design changes and improved safety features such as the addition of side curtain airbags in the first and second rows.

A larger 12.3-inch Uconnect 5 widescreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto will also be implemented. Plus, the Wrangler will be available with a new Warn winch from the factory, and an increase in towing capacity to 5000lb (2268kg).

Toyota Prado: Mid 2024

Despite murmurings of a delay, the all-new Toyota Prado is on track to arrive in Australia in mid-2024, with a May/June release expected.

Globally revealed as the Prado 250 – but to remain the Prado here – it will be the first all-new model in 14 years, as the current Prado arrived in showrooms way back in 2009.

The 2024 Prado will ride on a version of Toyota’s TNGA-F ladder-frame chassis, as found under the 300 Series, and it will feature all-coil-sprung suspension with a live axle at the rear and independent at the front. What powertrains we’ll get here are still to be determined, but a 150kW/500Nm 48-volt mild-hybrid version of the current four-cylinder diesel, matched to a new eight-speed torque-converter automatic transmission, is expected.

The new Prado will have a full-time all-wheel drive system with a low-range transfer case. Plus it will feature an electronic locking rear differential and front a sway-bar disconnect system.

Lexus GX: Mid 2024

An upmarket Prado twin is also en-route to Australia in 2024, marking the first time the Lexus GX will be sold in Australia – despite being on sale in the US for more than 20 years.

Specific details are yet to be confirmed, but the GX will arrive with a 3.5-litre twin-turbo V6 and 10-speed auto. A 2.4-litre turbo-petrol hybrid is expected to be added to the showroom later in the year.

As is the case with the Prado, the GX rides on Toyota’s latest TNGA-F body-on-frame platform. Lexus has also confirmed all GXs, including the hybrid, have full-time all-wheel drive with a low-range transfer case and a locking Torsen limited-slip centre diff.

Ford F-150: Late 2024

Ford revealed an updated version of its best-selling F-150 pick-up in September last year, with Australian customers expected to take deliveries late in 2024. For now, Australian showrooms are stocked with pre-updated versions of the XLT and Lariat.

The facelifted F-150 – already on sale in the USA – received a new grille and bumpers, as well as LED headlights and tail-lights. A ‘Pro Access’ split tailgate is an option on Lariat variants. While updated on-board tech includes Ford’s latest version of its BlueCruise hands-free driving functionality, as well as an exit warning system that alerts exiting drivers of vehicles and pushbikes.

The Australian line-up is expected to remain with two trim levels – both available in short wheelbase and long wheelbase guise.

BYD Ute: Late 2024

A petrol-electric BYD Ute is slated to arrive in Australia in 2024, but specifications and information at this stage is scarce.

Luke Todd, the CEO of BYD distributor EVDirect, said in 2023: "The vehicle is going to be… so well suited for the Australian market, and that’s why we’re making the claim that it will be the best in class when it comes out”. Last year, Todd also confirmed the brand “will sell and deliver BYD Ute next year”.

Patent images released last year confirm it’ll follow a similar design to the GWM Ute and Ford Ranger.

INEOS Grenadier Quartermaster: TBC

The first Grenadier ute, dubbed the Quartermaster, rolled off the Hambach production line in November last year, en-route to European customers; with Australian deliveries expected sometime in 2024.

It’s difficult to confirm when exactly that will be, considering the delays INEOS encountered with its Australian roll-out of the Grenadier wagon in 2023. Still, the ute version is slated for release in 2024, with exact timing to be confirmed.

Much like the Grenadier wagon, the Quartermaster ute features a full box-section ladder frame chassis, heavy duty solid beam axles, a two-speed transfer case, and up to three locking differentials. Unlike the wagon, though, the Quartermaster comes with uncompromising load-carrying ability.

The Quartermaster is available with either a diesel or petrol powertrain, and both are BMW 3.0-litre turbocharged inline six engines. These are mated to a ZF eight-speed automatic transmission that sends power to all four wheels.

Jeep Gladiator: Late 2024

First shown at the 2023 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, the facelifted Gladiator takes the same revised front-grille and headlight treatment that debuted on the Jeep Wrangler.

It will be accompanied by new wheel designs and detail changes such as an in-windscreen antenna. Big changes on the inside include a revised dash hosting a 12.3-inch central screenrunning updated Uconnect 5 software including wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Local spec is yet to be confirmed, but curtain airbags, Adaptive Cruise Control and Forward Collision Warning feature in overseas models. The 3.6-litre V6 eight-speed automatic combo remains at 209kW/347Nm.

Toyota HiLux: Mid 2024

Word on the street is that an updated version of the Toyota HiLux – including examples of the HiLux 48V hybrid – will be in local dealerships by March/April this year.

The facelifted HiLux will feature revised styling (expected to be cosmetic changes to the headlights and grille) and added equipment, with a price rise likely. While the 48-volt mild-hybrid powertrain will be offered on SR, SR5 and Rogue 4X4 variants.

The mild-hybrid powertrain will use an electric generator and lithium battery that provides an additional 12kW and 65Nm – in conjunction with regenerative braking – to the 2.8-litre four-cylinder turbo diesel engine.

Despite its imminent arrival, Toyota is yet to make an official statement about the facelifted HiLux or reveal any images.

GWM Tank 500: TBC

With dimensions to compete against the LandCruiser 300 Series, but at a fraction of the price, the incoming GWM Tank 500 adds 100mm in length to the smaller Tank 300 and uses a 3.0-litre turbocharged V6 petrol mild hybrid set up with a nine-speed automatic.

Increasing the appeal of the budget SUV will be a luxurious interior, with the large off-roader to get four sculpted bucket seats, leather upholstery surrounded by brushed-aluminium and woodgrain-look trims.

Despite these lux underpinnings, the Tank 500 is expected to undercut the Prado’s $62k jumping off point. Exact timing is still to be confirmed.

GWM Shanhai ute: TBC

Bigger than the GWM Ute already on sale in Australia, the GWM Shanhai is a more luxurious, advanced pick-up using the same P71 ladder-on-frame underpinnings as the GWM Tank 300.

Australian buyers will receive the facelift the Cannon was given in early 2023, which is sold overseas with a mild hybrid 260kW/500Nm petrol V6 and 135kW/480Nm 2.4-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder, both using a nine-speed automatic.

It’ll come with a Borg Warner four-wheel drive system, twin lockers and a 3300kg towing rating.