Pick-up trucks (or just pickups as they’re also known) are something which some motorists may associate with American motoring, considering that some of the most famous pick-up names, like the F-150, originate from the US.
In truth, however, pick-up trucks attract plenty of interest in European markets including the UK, and several major non-US car brands alongside the likes of Ford offer such vehicles to cash in on this demand.
The way pick-up trucks combine versatile off-road capability with immense practicality for agricultural or other types of work is what makes them so appealing. But what are the best pick-up trucks to buy new nowadays?
To help, here’s our rundown of the four pick-up trucks you can buy new that we recommend the most.
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Mitsubishi L200
A very popular choice of pick-up in Britain, the Mitsubishi L200 has over 30 years experience providing motorists with a practical cabin, versatile load bay and fantastic off-road capability.
While earlier examples of the L200 were admittedly nothing special to drive on asphalt roads, the latest Series 5 model is major step forward in this regard. The 2.4-litre turbodiesel found under the bonnet boasts plenty of low-rev torque and it’s surprisingly agile for a car of this size.
Ford Ranger
The tough-looking Ford Ranger has arguable the best driving dynamics in its class but that doesn’t come at the expense of things like practicality or equipment either.
The ranger always has been and remains an all-action vehicle with standard four-wheel drive and a couple of feisty diesel engines. Some rivals might have an edge in quality or refinement, but the Ranger can be summed up as a decent all-rounder and its full five-star Euro NCAP safety rating helps it to stand out more.
Nissan Navara
Nissan has plenty of experience building pickups and the manufacturer’s knowledge and skills are very much on show with its latest Navara pick-up.
It looks menacing and it is indeed mighty on rough off-road surfaces, but the Nissan Navara also has a softer side which you can appreciate when taking it on roads. The engines are good and relatively frugal, with the 187bhp 2.3-litre twin-turbo diesel being a particular stand out unit.
Volkswagen Amarok
The Volkswagen Amarok is one of the more premium and costly of options in the pick-up segment, which may put off some. But if you have the budget for this vehicle, it will feel like a very worthwhile selection.
Boasting superb interior quality, a powerful yet cost-efficient V6 diesel engine and a massive load bay, the Amarok offers everything you could want from a modern-day pick-up truck.
