I initially was looking at the Nissan D40 as I do like the look of them, but after hearing some of the reports from Close tradie friends about them blowing up and clutch issues and pathetic customer service I struck it off the list. The Hilux probably would have been ok but I think they have been running on their name for the last few yeaers and the others have caught up, ie Triton 4wd of the year couple of years running now
The VW Amarok was the one I would of liked but I dont have $55k for a ute 
also the new Ranger and BT50 being aussie designed and with the new 3.2 litre 5 cylinder look awsome. but give it a few years I might get one second hand.
I have had a few Mitsubishi’s now (magna’s) and they have always been great. The old guy across the road has had his pajero for about 20 years and it still is as good as new. So a lot of thought and research has gone into the decision. Gotta love that car :laugh:
Ollie
PS Eagle the MN Triton has an extended Tub and is very roomy,not as big as an Amarok but not far off it 