Awesome Off-road

Toyota dusts off the Scion brand name for an unexpected concept vehicle. The Scion 01 is a rugged, 4-seat side-by-side that packs a 300 horsepower turbo-four hybrid drivetrain and the wheel travel and underbody protection needed to tackle the most daunting trails. It also offers a silent-running EV mode. On display at the 2025 SEMA Show.

The new Land Cruiser FJ is a compact off-roader that’s 10.6″ shorter than the Land Cruiser for navigating tight trails. With boxy styling inspired by the 1951 BJ, a 2.7-liter gas engine, and a 6-speed automatic. Expect respectable ground clearance, and options like MOLLE gear panels and a snorkel/air intake. The new FJ debuts in 2026 in Japan. Global release TBD.

Made by mobility experts Segway, the GT3 Pro packs dual motors and a powerful battery pack that can boost it to speeds up to 50 mph, with a 0-to-30 time of 3.9 sec. It can handle a 38% uphill slope, and has a dual suspension for smoothing out bumps and rough, unpaved surfaces. Rolling on self-sealing 11″ tires, it can even ride after a puncture.

The current-gen Land Rover Defender blends off-road prowess with upscale refinement. Powered by a mild-hybrid I6, the Defender 110 X-Dynamic SE offers solid performance and terrain-conquering tech. Inside, it’s rugged yet premium, with cast metal trim, ample storage, and comfy seating, making it one of the most capable and versatile luxury SUVs around.

Defender unleashes the OCTA Black, an all-black interpretation of its toughest, most powerful model yet. In Narvik Black with 30 gloss and satin black exterior details, it boasts a 626 hp twin-turbo mild-hybrid V8, advanced 6D Dynamics suspension, a special OCTA off-road performance mode, and seats with Body and Soul tech that lets you feel your music.

Rezvani’s Knight is an off-road-capable supercar built on the Lamborghini Urus with an aggressive design that channels military and sci-fi vibes. It boasts 800 hp, a carbon fiber body, and zooms from 0 to 60 in 3 seconds. The Dark Knight package adds bulletproofing, EMP protection, night vision, and more. Limited to 100 units, it starts at $149K – Urus not included.

Jeep is taking their full-size SUV off-road with the 2025 Wagoneer Overland. Limited to 2,000 units, this seven-seater gets 32″ all-terrain tires, air suspension, a two-speed transfer case, skid plates, and a blacked-out roof and trim. Inside, you’ll find Nappa leather, a panoramic sunroof, and a touchscreen with Off-Road Pages+ and trail maps.

America’s off-road experts return to the 59th annual Easter Jeep Safari with seven custom-built vehicles that honor the brand’s heritage using modern 4-wheelers as their platform. From a military-inspired truck to a lightweight overlander, the line-up of bespoke 4x4s is as bold, colorful, and exciting as ever. We’d be thrilled to have that 2-door J6 Honcho.

Competition for the best luxury SUV keeps intensifying. The 2025 Lexus LX comes in five grades: Premium, F Sport Handling, Luxury, Ultra Luxury, and — new for this year — Overtrail. This makes the LX the only Lexus to offer both F SPORT and Overtrail, which is available exclusively on the new hybrid LX 700h with two or three-rows.

This special version of the Audi Q6 e-tron crossover has been equipped for challenging off-road trails and rally-style winter driving. It features a 6.3″ suspension lift, massive 33″ studded tires, unique LED lighting, a tubular roof rack, and Audi’s electric quattro all-wheel drivetrain. Unique portal axles increase torque dramatically, enabling it to climb a 45º gradient.

This tough all-terrain vehicle from Ukraine can roll from dirt to sand to snow to water. The Atlas ATV combines a low center of gravity with high ground clearance and is as easy to drive as a car. Its short wheelbase means it can fit in tight places, and its four-wheel steering allows it to turn on a dime. An integrated air system can inflate and deflate its tires.

This upcoming FIA racing series will send drivers to some of the toughest terrain on earth. The Extreme H series will feature special Pioneer 25 race cars powered by a hydrogen fuel cell and a dual-motor AWD system capable of producing up to 550 hp. These zero-emission off-roaders can zoom from 0 to 62 in 4.3 seconds, with a top speed of 127 mph.

In this upcoming PC game from the creator of Art of Rally, you’ll drive rugged off-road vehicles into a vast wilderness. You’ll experience beautiful scenes inspired by real-world locales. The game’s dynamics will include weather simulation, day and night driving, and the ability to outfit your 4×4 with all the necessary gear. Add it to your Steam wishlist.

The recently redesigned Toyota Tacoma is particularly impressive in its Trailhunter grade, which loads the pickup with its most potent powertrain and a full array of factory-installed equipment for overlanding adventures. Its ample upgrades include a beefed-up suspension, rugged off-road tires, heavy-duty bumpers, and rock rails.

Honda takes their popular and modestly-capable Passport SUV to a new level of style and ability for 2026. The next-gen model is longer and wider and has increased ground clearance and suspension upgrades. We love the rugged new design and the improvements in cargo space, rear seat legroom, and a bigger touchscreen with Google built-in.

It’s been 45 years since International made its last Scout. The American-built off-roaders return in truck and SUV forms from a Volkswagen-owned startup. Like the classics, the Scout Traveler SUV and Terra truck are rugged body-on-frame 4x4s with all-terrain capabilities – only this time, they’re electric. Reservations open 10.24.24 at 6:30pm EDT.