Car reviews

Patrol is the vehicle for the UN peacekeeper wannabe, or the buyer that's looking for a no-nonsense go-anywhere near-unbreakable 4x4. This long-running series of big, muscular, three and five-door 4x4 vehicles has evolved gradually (three-door models were dropped from the current line-up in early 2003). Early versions were utilitarian, although this generation - launched in 1998 - is more comfortable, featuring a ride stabilisation system, a more powerful intercooled diesel engine, and more modern looks. It's not fast, it doesn't handle on the road, but you wouldn't want to get in its way. This is a true off-roader.