Off-roading has never been more expensive. A fully loaded Land Cruiser, a Jeep Wrangler stacked with gear, or a brand-new Range Rover can all push well into six-figure territory — and that’s before you’ve bolted on a single skid plate. We get it: drive what you love. But somewhere along the way, the trail-ready SUV went from attainable weekend warrior to financial commitment on par with a sports car. There’s a smarter path, and it runs straight through the used-car classifieds.
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