However, contrary to Which? Car’s opinion, NewCarNet.co.uk has reported that used 4×4 sales have increased every month for the last six – illustrating that perhaps there are a fair few people who still want to own one of the vehicles.

Tim Naylor, who is part of the British Car Auctions, believes that the rise in demand for used 4×4s is due to the drop in fuel prices.

If you own a 4×4, it is esssential to find an insurance policy that is right for you and your vehicle.

The Sunday Times has reported that catalytic converters contain precious metals such as platinum and rhodium, which thieves can sell for considerable money.

4×4s are easily targeted due to their high ground clearance; Peter Tyrell, member of the Lincolnshire police said that the thieves ‘are known to strike in broad daylight in busy areas’ as well at night.

If you own a 4×4, as well as keeping a look out for opportunist criminals, it is important to make sure that your vehicle is insured. 4×4 insurance will help to protect your vehicle and yourself if ever a claim has to be made.

However, Range Rover drivers weren’t the only 4×4 drivers to get stick from their 2 wheel riding peers. The poll placed 4×4 drivers (in general) at fifth place, due to ‘reckless’ driving and anger behind the wheel.

Of course, there is no real evidence to back up the poll’s sweeping generalisations, but it would appear that 4×4 drivers have yet another set of enemies to add to their lists!

If you own a 4×4, ‘reckless’ driver or not, it is important that you have the appropriate level of 4×4 insurance to protect your vehicle and yourself.