CarExpert Choice winner: Best Off-Road SUV

The Ford Everest has been named Australia’s best off-road SUV in the inaugural 2025 CarExpert Choice Awards.

It beat out the Nissan Patrol and Toyota LandCruiser Prado for the title.

The Australian-engineered large SUV is an excellent all-rounder, just like the Ranger it’s based on and which we named Best Ute for 2025.

There’s a choice of bi-turbo 2.0-litre four-cylinder and turbo 3.0-litre V6 diesel engines – the latter something none of its direct rivals can offer.

Both engines come standard with a four-wheel drive system featuring not only selectable low-range gearing but also a 4A mode you can use on pavement.

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There’s an excellent hill descent control system, plus a locking rear differential for when you need to tackle really tough stuff.

The Tremor builds on the Everest’s off-road capability, with a rock crawl drive mode, all-terrain tyres, new springs and dampers, and a higher ride height.

But the Everest doesn’t just shine away from the bitumen. Its light and accurate steering make it easy to drive around town, and it’s also a quiet and comfortable highway cruiser. The cabin will be familiar to Ranger owners, which means the same slick technology.

All of that makes the Everest not just a great off-roader, but also a great family vehicle.

2025 CarExpert Choice: Best Off-Road SUV

• Winner – Ford Everest
• Finalist – Nissan Patrol
• Finalist – Toyota LandCruiser Prado

To see all the CarExpert Choice winners, click here.

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