Side steps make it easier to get in and out of a taller ute and give the vehicle a finished look. The important choice is the set made for your vehicle: mounting points and brackets can differ even when two utes look similar.
Start with the exact make, model and year
Check the registration year, model generation and cab configuration before ordering. A Ford Ranger PX series is different from a 2023-onward Ranger, and a Hilux from 2005–2014 is different from a 2015–2025 model. If your ute has aftermarket flares, a lift, an unusual cab or existing accessories, tell us before fitment so we can inspect clearance.
Check what comes in the box
For a complete installation, confirm that the listing is for a left and right pair and includes the model-specific brackets, bolts and nuts. Zoom Tyres' selected aftermarket side-step listings describe the pair and fitting hardware; always check the individual product page for the exact kit. Keep the hardware matched to the supplied brackets, and check the manufacturer's instructions before installation.
Think about how you use the ute
- Daily use: consider step position and a tread surface that feels secure when entering the cabin.
- Work use: inspect bracket design and the listed load information for the particular product; a side step is not automatically a jacking point.
- Off-road use: consider ground clearance and how far the steps project beyond the body.
- Family use: check access for shorter passengers and clearance when opening each door.
Fitment matters more than the product photo
Photos show the style, but they cannot confirm the mounting points on your vehicle. Ask us to check the vehicle year and variant, existing sill hardware and any previous modifications. After installation, inspect that the steps and brackets are secure and that doors open freely. Follow the product's maintenance instructions and periodically check fixings, especially after rough-road use.
Shop side steps suitable for your ute
Browse side steps suitable for Toyota Hilux 2015–2025, side steps suitable for Ford Ranger 2023–2025, and side steps suitable for Mitsubishi Triton 2019–2022. Product pages show the current style, availability and price. For another ute, contact us with its year and model.
Frequently asked questions
Are side steps sold individually or as a pair?
Check the listing. Zoom Tyres' vehicle-specific side-step kits described here are intended as left and right pairs, with matching mounting hardware.
Will a 2023 Ranger side step fit a PX3 Ranger?
Do not assume it will. The generations have different fitment; choose the listing for the exact model and confirm before ordering.
Can I use side steps to lift the vehicle with a jack?
Only if the product manufacturer expressly rates them for that purpose. Use the vehicle's specified lifting points otherwise.
Can Zoom Tyres help with fitting?
Yes. Contact our Otahuhu team to check the kit and arrange an installation time.
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