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Skoda Octavia Scout 4x4, as used by all emergency services, some available on the auto trader site, put 4x4 in the bottom options box

And it has a max tow of 1700

Or just the Octavia 4x4 again available on auto trader with a max tow of 1600.

The Scout has a higher ground clearance, put octavia scout on the utube search box to see what they are capable of.

Both versions are available in manual or auto

If you are thinking of an X-Trail auto you need to check the towing weight which is much reduced compared to the manual. I have previously been an X-Trail owner and looked at them as a possible replacement for my Sorento but dismissed them because of the auto towing weight. If you want an auto I would go for the Santa Fe as they have a pretty good reputation as tow cars.

David

Skoda Octavia Scout 4x4, as used by all emergency services, some available on the auto trader site, put 4x4 in the bottom options box

And it has a max tow of 1700

Or just the Octavia 4x4 again available on auto trader with a max tow of 1600.

The Scout has a higher ground clearance, put octavia scout on the utube search box to see what they are capable of.

Both versions are available in manual or auto

Good car just to light for your van almost towing at 100% which is not advised for a novice

Bessie

Quote: Originally posted by bessie500 on 11/2/2013

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Skoda Octavia Scout 4x4, as used by all emergency services, some available on the auto trader site, put 4x4 in the bottom options box

And it has a max tow of 1700

Or just the Octavia 4x4 again available on auto trader with a max tow of 1600.

The Scout has a higher ground clearance, put octavia scout on the utube search box to see what they are capable of.

Both versions are available in manual or auto

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Good car just to light for your van almost towing at 100% which is not advised for a novice

Bessie

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i would definitely go for a 2006 auto 2.7 santa fe in black that has an lpg conversion and has done around 130k - high mileage but you can get one that drives like a dream  is economical and well priced!!!!

seriously the santa is a good choice, i am on my second now and only selling because i have just bought a small camper and dont do the miles i used to do, so dont need it. the only problem i have ever had in 6 years of owning santa fe's are the reluctor rings (they corrode and make the abs operate at slow braking speed) i replaced them myself - 2 hours each side and they cost £20 for a pair, other than that no problems, cam belt every 50k miles as recommended along with all oil levels topped up inc gearbox etc might be a good idea to check re the warranty if its a year old, to see if its transferable.

Bessie500 there van is max 1450 so it wont be loaded to the gunnel, the miro will be around 1300 or less, so if you have a max tow of 1700 that is leaving you with a min 300kg to play with making it around 80%.

Saftlad, if you where to blind fold SWMBO and told her it is an Audi she would like it as thats exactly what it is with a different badge

Bessie500 there van is max 1450 so it wont be loaded to the gunnel, the miro will be around 1300 or less, so if you have a max tow of 1700 that is leaving you with a min 300kg to play with making it around 80%.

Bob have you ever weighed your van full ??I have and can assure you the weight soon tots up, look at the spread sheet below, the weight in both car and van is more than 200kg.......... and if you notice theres no clothes in that  

when i say the Skodas not heavy enough its because it aint fact......... not because i dislike them or anything, i actually went to look at them before i got my Mondeo  

Bessie