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The Dakar is the hardest rallye of the world. In 2010 BMW and the German racing team X-Raid decide to turn the Mini, a first class fun car for the streets, into an off-road vehicle. Also on this episode: 4x4 checks out the Mercedes G63 AMG 6x6 in his natural environment: the deserts around Dubai and drive the Kia Sportage in the Mediterranean area in Sicily.

City SUVs are the latest trend in the automobile industry. They are as short as a Golf, but they provide a better view due to a raised seat position. All-wheel drive is not necessary for those cuddly off-road vehicles, but a cool image and a urban design is. Also on this episode: an off-road review of the Subaru XV and an incredible comparison between Audi RS Q3 and Mercedes GLA AMG.

70 years old and younger than ever before: The Land Rover Defender is one of the oldest off-road vehicles. It’s loud and uncomfortable, but also absolutely authentic and simple. 4x4 reviews the Landy. Moreover on this special Land Rover episode of 4x4: the Range Rover Evoque, the latest model from the British car manufacturer, is on its way to the legendary Silkonroad.

This time 4x4 shows unusual SUVs like the Mitsubishi Outlander. However, we’re not talking about the regular one, but the world’s first plug-in hybrid SUV with two electric engines and a 2-liter gasoline engine. Does a hybrid SUV make sense on pathless terrain though? 4x4 tested it. Furthermore: the American full-sized pickup Chevrolet Silverado that can save you money - with natural gas!

There is a cliche about SUVs that they are only used by wealthy big-city mothers to bring the kids to school. But truth is: mountain and desert areas have the highest density of all-wheel drives. Follow two charming but tough ladies in a Hummer H3, when they conquer the Atlas Mountains at the Conti 4x4 trophy. Plus: Two female reporters test the SsangYong Rexton and Hyundai Grand Santa Fe.

These vehicles are big, really big! The Cadillac Escalade is the embodiment of American luxury SUVs. With its 6.2 liter V8 engine it gets not just enthusiasts of American cars exited. 4x4 - The All Wheel Magazin takes a seat in the 5.70 meter long supercar. Plus: Volkswagen presents the new Multivan. 4x4 test-drove the sixth generation of the popular Volkswagen bus in Stockholm.