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05/4/2017 at 9:41pm
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So I searched for possible cars for towing but I have no idea what would be best and which car would be more reliable. My ford Focus with only a 1000kg towing limit is not enough for what I need, I think that about covers a tent in the boot maybe.

So looking at a couple of cars to have a change, on a tight budget mind so probably doesn't help was told Freelanders are good towers, as RAV4's but what is best.

Freelander - but then diesel or petrol Manual or Auto
RAV4 - again diesel or petrol
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Nissan Trail

All ones I have seen all seem to be 2004 year they all have near enough over 120k miles. I do like the look of the Freelander TD4 but then does anyone have any ideas which one of these cars is more reliable engine wise and what kind of pulling these cars can do.

Cheers
bob :)


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OR just seen a post about VW Passat lol


05/4/2017 at 10:34pm
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How big is your budget?

Rob


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Quote: Originally posted by Rob and Tina on 05/4/2017
How big is your budget?

Rob



Only about 2k


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You take pot luck on a car that age. I would avoid diesel. Any repair bill is likely to be more than car is worth. I would also avoid Freelander petrol versions of that era due to known problems with those engines.

Leaves you petrol Toyota RAV4 as probably better choice than petrol XTrail.

If you do want to take a punt on diesel then best bet is 1.9tdi. This engine is in VW Passat of that era but also Skoda, Ford Galaxy & VW/Seat badged versions of car. Ensure you have evidence of recent cambelt change or budget for that.



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