Ensure the best dual cab chassis on the market works for your operation by securing cost-effective and affordable financing at competitive rates, through Business.Finance. Looking for the best workhorse vehicle on the market for your operation? Finding the most impressive model with the greatest performance and which is most suitable to the operation can be a challenge. While the Toyota HiLux, Ford Ranger Isuzu D-Max continually dominate the 4x4 and 4x2 ute segment, there are many other models in the market for operators to consider. Which is the best? The experts at Drive assist buyers with their annual awards programme, which includes three categories for the top dual cab chassis currently on the market.

The contenders for the three categories have been revealed ahead of the intensive and extensive judging process by motoring experts to narrow the list down to finalists and the eventual winner in each category. We report on the contenders for buyers to start considering which may suit their operation along with resources to compare different models based on financing repayments.

Best Dual Cab Chassis Award Categories – the Contenders

The awards divide utes into three categories based on pricing, which excludes on road costs and any discounts. A handy guide for buyers to quickly see what vehicles are available in their budget range. To be eligible for contention in the awards, Drive has set rules including being a new model and in the market for sale in the year of judging.

The under $50,000 price tag is a very popular category for operators requiring a workhorse at a more affordable price. Many smaller and new business owners will be keenly interested in this category for vehicles that double for work and for recreation, but at a realistic price. The all-round vehicle that handles 24/7 requirements, but with the tax benefits of an affordable investment. 

The awards organisers note that their judges will also be looking at those aspects. Looking for vehicles that offer maximum value and can handle double duty – the work demands and the family and leisure duties.

The KGM SsangYong Musso is the model that is defending its 2024 win in this category. Other contenders are the LDV T60, JAC T9, and the Mitsubishi Triton.

The under $100,000 price tag category is also highly popular for buyers wanting that all-purpose ute but with an elevated level of comfort, tech, powertrain and ride. And of course, powerful off-road and towing capabilities. This category looks like it will be fiercely contested with the two best-sellers – Ford’s Ranger and Toyota’s HiLux MHEV headlining the list of contenders. Also up for this gong are the Isuzu D-Max, Mitsubishi Triton, BYD Shark 6, Toyota LandCruiser and the GMW Canon Alpha.  

The under $150,000 price tag category is new to the awards this year and according to organisers, is a nod to the market demand for vehicles with even greater space, capability and power. Buyers that need greater towing capabilities, more comfort and style in say, a statement ute. Judges will be looking at the capabilities and style as well as practicality and the technology.

There are only three contenders for this award, the Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado and the Ineos Grenadier Quartermaster. Note that the RAM 1500 that has topped sales charts and would have been included except that the new model has not arrived in time for the judging deadline so is not included.

The judging process now commences with finalists to be announced shortly and the winner in February 2025. Stay tuned, we’ll be following the announcements to update.

Comparing Finance on the Best Dual Cab Chassis Models

Having a list of contenders prepared by experts and dividing according to pricing, can be extremely helpful to buyers. But key to any commercial vehicle acquisition is affordable financing. Prospective buyers can compare the different models under consideration based on estimated repayments using our Finance Calculator.

The calculator allows operators to quickly obtain monthly repayment estimates based on any vehicle price for their choice of credit facility – Chattel Mortgage, Leasing and CHP. The RRP as advertised by manufacturers can be used as a guide to the loan required, and our current interest rates used to calculate the estimated repayment. Terms of up to 7 years can be used to generate estimates to use as a guide.

Operators seeking CHP and Chattel Mortgage can include a balloon in the calculator field. When opting for a balloon, do not deduct the dollar value from the loan amount, the calculator will handle that computation.

Alternatively, request a quote which is based specifically on your profile and your requirements. We individually tailor motor vehicle financing to specific objectives to ensure your top ute will perform as well on the balance sheet as it does in the field. 

For competitive rates and flexible terms on financing the best dual cab chassis models, contact our brokers on 1300 000 033  

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