The Ford Ranger XLT 3.2 has won the best 4×4 dual cab ute category in Australia’s Best Cars awards.
Judges say it exemplifies the versatility, driveability and relative civility that the modern dual cab ute can deliver, making it suitable for family use.
Second was the VW Amarok TD1420 Core, followed by the Toyota Hilux SR5.
The Volvo XC60 D4 Inscription won the best all-wheel drive SUV $65,000-$1215,000 category
The Ka Sorento GT Line was the winner of section’s $50,000-$65,000 range with the Hyundai Santa Fe Highlander second and the Volvo XC40 T5 R-Design third.
Subaru’s Outback 2.5i Premium won the best all-wheel drive SUV under $50,000 category and the brand’s XV 2.0i-S was second. Kia’s Sportage GT-Line was third.
Mazda’s CX-3 Maxx was the best 2wd SUV under $50,000. The Honda HR-V VTi was the runner-up and Hyundai’s Kona Active was third.
The best large car under $70,000 was the Kia Stinger 200S, with the Holden Commodore RS Liftback following and the Chrysler 300 SRT Core next.
The Toyota Camry Ascent Hybrid won the best medium car under $50,000, with the Mazda6 Touring second and the Subaru Liberty 2.5i third.
The best sports car under $50,000 category was won by the Hyundai i30 N, followed by the Ford Focus ST and the Ford Fiesta ST.
The Mazda3 Maxx Sport was the best small car under $35,000, the Ford Focus Trend second and the Hyundai i30 Active third.
The Kia Picanto S was the pick of the best micro and light cars, the Mitsubishi Mirage ES second and the Fiat 500 Lounge third.
Judge Greg Hill, from RACV, says the ABC results help buyers make an informed decision when looking for a new car. “It’s not just about owning the prettiest or fastest car, it’s the whole long-term ownership package.”
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