The SUV and crossover trend that is taking over the automotive world currently seems completely unavoidable. As well as a new trend in car design and business practices, the crossover craze has brought along another, perhaps unfortunate new change; an increasing number of new SUVs completely crumble off-road.

But, for the proper off-roading enthusiasts out there, you need not despair, as there are tons of SUVs and pickup trucks available currently that can go over the rough stuff. Even though it's with varying ability, all of these can go on the dirt, and some of them can even go beyond that.

10 Ford Bronco

A gray Bronco on the move
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The recently revealed and full of Easter eggs Bronco is undoubtedly one of the most important car launches of the year. It brings back the legendary nameplate after over 20 years of absence, and it's one of a handful of examples in the automotive world that shows retro styling can be done right.

A yellow Bronco, roof down
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As all the press material and photos have shown, this brawny workhorse is primarily designed to work off the road, but also on it if it has to. As no one has yet driven the Bronco, we don't know what it's capable of. But, if Ford's promises are anything to go by, the full-size Bronco will be totally unstoppable over bad terrain.

9 Jeep Wrangler

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When it comes to off-roader SUVs, the Jeep Wrangler is considered to be the safe zone. An evolution of the original Civilian Jeep, or Jeep CJ, the Wrangler has been on sale since the 90s, and entered its fourth generation two years ago.

A red Wrangler near a river
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Even though the latest Wrangler, which is now available with a V8, is a limousine compared to its predecessors when it comes to luxury features, this is still an off-roader with a penchant for adventure at its core. Top class approach and departure angles, knobbly tires, removable bumpers are just some of the features that make sure the Wrangler is still the benchmark setter on the rough stuff.

8 Jeep Gladiator

The front of a red Gladiator
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Ever since the Commanche bit the dust in 1992, enthusiasts have been clamoring for a new Jeep pickup truck. 27 years later, Jeep finally responded with the Gladiator, a light-duty Wrangler-based pickup truck designed to compete with the Chevy Colorado and Ford Ranger.

The rear of a gray Gladiator
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As well as all the things you'd expect from a pickup truck, the Wrangler platform means that all the Wrangler's off-roading hardware has also been carried over. The GM and Ford competitors would require one of their respective off-roading packages to achieve the feats the Gladiator can achieve. What's more, the new EcoDiesel engine ensures decent towing capacity, a very important aspect of any pickup.

7 Land Rover Discovery

Front 3/4 view of the Discovery
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It should be noted that off-roading is not the main focus of the Land Rover Discovery, which was recently facelifted and electrified for the 2021 model year. The Discovery is primarily a practical, boxy, seven-seat family SUV.

The rear of the facelifted Discovery
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However, Land Rover has a habit of injecting just about every single one of its models with a hefty dose of off-roading ability, and the Discovery is no exception. It has a variety of tech to help you over rough ground, meaning that you and six other passengers could actually go on a fun off-road adventure. Well, maybe not with the 22" wheels.

6 Ford F-150 Raptor

A red F-150 Raptor

Even though the fourteenth generation F-150 was recently released, the previous gen-based Raptor is still available readily. First appearing around a decade ago, the Raptor is not only designed to go way off the beaten track, it can do it at very high speed as well.

Ford Raptor
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The 450-hp twin-turbo EcoBoost V6 allows it to accelerate to 60 in 5.1 seconds and it can do a high 13-second quarter-mile. Not bad for a vehicle that weighs 5,525 lbs and can tow 8,000 lbs. There's also a multitude of off-road hardware on board, such as a reinforced frame and reinforced race-spec Fox shocks.

5 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2

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Out of all the compact pickup trucks, the Colorado ZR2 is arguably the most capable one you can buy. The ZR2 is an option package for the regular Colorado small pickup, which transforms it from an average load-lugger into a genuine off-road piece of machinery.

A red Colorado ZR2
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Many people considered it to be a baby Ford Raptor, until the Ranger Raptor came along. It features a variety of off-roading hardware, and some very cool external upgrades, particularly in the 2021 model, to distinguish it from the regular version. It has proven itself to be more than capable of tackling off-road trails.

4 Mercedes-Benz G-Class

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When an SUV has its roots in a vehicle that was specifically designed for military use, it better be good off-road. The G-Wagon, which was completely redone from the ground up for the 2019 model year, is one of the most famously capable SUVs of all time.

Rear 3/4 view of the 2019 G Wagen
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The ground clearance, knobbly tires, and suspension make it plenty capable enough, but one of the main reasons why the G is so good at the rough stuff is because of its iconic locking differentials. They come as standard on every G-Class, and they allow this wheeled chest of drawers to go places other luxury SUVs are too scared to tackle.

3 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro

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During the first half of the 2010s, the Toyota 4Runner wasn't doing all that well. Technology was moving forward quickly, and the market for an old-school, tough and rugged SUV was shrinking. As a result, Toyota dealers struggled to push these off the lot.

The rear of a green 4Runner TRD Pro
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But over the past couple of years, things have changed. SUVs and crossovers have gotten very soft, and filled with technology that's prone to breaking. The 4Runner remains old-school, and needless to say, its reliability is second to none. What's more, the TRD Pro package offers further improvements to this truck's tread-anywhere ability.

2 Land Rover Defender

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Another highly anticipated car launch, the new Land Rover Defender has gotten everyone talking. It's the revival of one of the most iconic SUV nameplates of all time, and despite the changes, the new model looks to be continuing the family legacy.

The rear of the new Defender
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Many people have criticized the Defender for becoming too soft. Now sure, it may not be on the same level of ruggedness as its predecessor, but the old Defender was like driving around in a barn. The new model is full of luxury features and tech, but it can still hold its own off-road, thanks to class-leading approach and departure angles, and every possible piece of off-roading tech that you can think of.

1 Toyota Land Cruiser

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First appearing in 1951, the Toyota Land Cruiser has evolved into a massive, luxurious SUV with serious off-roading capability, legendary reliability, and not much attention paid to gas mileage or environmental friendliness.

A 200 Series Land Cruiser off-roading
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Even though it's due for a hybrid-powered replacement soon, the Land Cruiser will be killed off in the US market for 2022, so get one while you still can. No other car offers such a blend of luxury, space, reliability, and go-anywhere capability quite like the Land Cruiser does.

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