X5 Wheels

There was a time when the market four-wheel drive has been limited to robust nonshivering vehicles with little or no comfort for almost exclusively to outdoor enthusiasts, hunters and farmers. No more. The Range Rover Toyota Landcruiser. Mitsubishi Pajero and Nissan Patrol are all put on the market four-wheel drive in the areas of automotive luxury. And in recent years, even the most luxurious models have hit the Australian market, with Porsche, BMW, Mercedes Benz and Volkswagen all introducing their own line of luxury four-wheel drive. We examine some of these Blueblood four wheel drive.

The BMW X3 and X5
BMW was one of the first luxury brands to present its version of off-road vehicle on the Australian market with the X5. The BMW X5 is an elegant four-wheel drive vehicles, which is exactly what you expect from the German automaker. While it is a four-wheel drive, BMW does not pretend that this is for serious off-roading. Instead, they point out its capabilities very impressive on the road, including its quick acceleration and smooth ride. The BMW X5 is available in 3 liters of gasoline and diesel versions, one liter 4.4, and the top of the line 4.9-liter model. There is also the X3 smaller and less expensive with a 2.5-liter or 3 liter 5-door wagon. new car prices for the BMW X3 starting around $ 65,000 while the BMW X5 starts at around $ 81,000.

If you are looking for a used car, check for signs of damage caused by driving off-road. As most cars are strictly city, you'll be one of the best purchase that never left the tarmac. So to find a vehicle that still has a warranty, like BMW can be expensive to correct.

The Mercedes Benz M-Class
The Mercedes-Benz M-Class has been a success in Australia thanks to its ability both on and off road. Of course, the prestige of owning a Mercedes Benz is also contributing to the popularity of this vehicle. The M-Class is available in both petrol and diesel. The ML270 CDI Classic turbo diesel has plenty of torque at low revs which makes a good proposal for off-roading. However, at around $ 75,000 brand new, you want to make sure you do not get too many scratches from the branches. At the other end of the spectrum is the ML55 AMG 5.4-liter five-door wagons, which will cost a little over $ 140,000. At this price, you'll probably want to keep this one firmly on the tarmac.

If you are looking for a used car, buy one from 2000 that previous models had some problems. Also, go for a new model that is still under warranty

Cayenne
For Porsche to jump on the train with four-wheel drive, you know there must be a market that can not be ignored. Long considered a purebred German manufacturer of sports, Porsche has produced what is probably the fastest four-wheel drive on Australian roads with the Cayenne. It will comfortably cruise at over 200 km / h thanks to the 4.5 liter V8 engine. There are two models available: the Cayenne S, the new price around $ 137,000 and the Cayenne Turbo, which costs around $ 204,000. If you can not pay that price, maybe look at the VW Touareg.

Volkswagen Touareg
If the Porsche Cayenne is just a bit of your price range, then maybe you should consider this VW off-road. In fact, the Touareg was developed in collaboration with the Cayenne, there will be more than a few similarities between these two prestige vehicles. The Touareg can also reach 200 km / h mark on the road, and it is beyond the capacity of the road are supported by its electronic traction aids. With plenty of space inside, it can fit three adults in the back seat, the Touareg can be the right car to impress friends with the bush. The new car prices range from about $ 67,000 to $ 138,000 for the model 5 liter V10. If looking for a good used car, go for a landlord who is still covered by Warr.