Best Ute for Tradies 2026
Your ute is your mobile office. Here are the top picks for Perth tradies based on reliability, tray space, towing, and value.
Top Picks
Toyota HiLux: The benchmark. Bulletproof reliability, strong resale. From ~$40K. Ford Ranger: More car-like comfort, strong towing. From ~$38K. Isuzu D-MAX: Best value, 6-year warranty. From ~$35K. Mitsubishi Triton: Budget-friendly, decent capability. From ~$30K. Toyota LandCruiser 79 Series: Ultimate workhorse for FIFO/remote. From ~$75K.
Tax Deductions
If your ute is used primarily for work, you can claim depreciation, fuel, insurance, and maintenance as tax deductions. Keep a logbook for the first 12 weeks to establish your work-use percentage.
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