In reply to Post #15
BMW fanboy (have been in 330/335d MSport Tourings for the last 4x cars) and still own one; would happily get another all day long but need to chop it for something bigger as its not the ideal fishing wagon - missus has VW Touran (140 TDI/DSG) and to be fair its been bullet proof without being looked after but I'm swopping that for a Polo so my daughter can drive it. . .
BMW tech said be careful with X5's as they can rack bills; Indie dealer said the same thing when comparing with Touraeg . . .X540d does drive a lot better and has better economy / more poke / looks etc however I'm not keen on the tailgate (looks weak) and want to ramp my loaded barrow into the boot . . .also fish rivers so Touraeg 4x4 def better! Heart vs Head!
Apols OP - David PM me if easier pls!
BMW fanboy (have been in 330/335d MSport Tourings for the last 4x cars) and still own one; would happily get another all day long but need to chop it for something bigger as its not the ideal fishing wagon - missus has VW Touran (140 TDI/DSG) and to be fair its been bullet proof without being looked after but I'm swopping that for a Polo so my daughter can drive it. . .
BMW tech said be careful with X5's as they can rack bills; Indie dealer said the same thing when comparing with Touraeg . . .X540d does drive a lot better and has better economy / more poke / looks etc however I'm not keen on the tailgate (looks weak) and want to ramp my loaded barrow into the boot . . .also fish rivers so Touraeg 4x4 def better! Heart vs Head!
Apols OP - David PM me if easier pls!
Cheers lads, some good suggestions there.
In reply to Post #8
My wife has the XC60, shes had it 4 years now, never had an issue with it
My wife has the XC60, shes had it 4 years now, never had an issue with it
In reply to Post #18
Probably doesn't drive fast enough to use the brakes too much
Probably doesn't drive fast enough to use the brakes too much
In reply to Post #19
she's worst than me mate with her right foot
she's worst than me mate with her right foot
In reply to Post #20
I wish mine was,feels like it takes an eternity get anywhere
I wish mine was,feels like it takes an eternity get anywhere
In reply to Post #1
Bit late to this but have you considered a Mitsubishi Outlander? Get a decent 2014/15 model with reasonable mileage for that budget. I would have also said Land Rover Discovery Sport but I think a bit above budget.
Bit late to this but have you considered a Mitsubishi Outlander? Get a decent 2014/15 model with reasonable mileage for that budget. I would have also said Land Rover Discovery Sport but I think a bit above budget.
In reply to Post #22
Cheers, I had considered those actually, do you have one and how do you rate it?
Cheers, I had considered those actually, do you have one and how do you rate it?
In reply to Post #23
Another for Honda CRV. Had same needs -this has room, economy, very reliable, has decent ground clearance, drives OK and capable to do some off road work. Get the 1.6 diesel.
Another for Honda CRV. Had same needs -this has room, economy, very reliable, has decent ground clearance, drives OK and capable to do some off road work. Get the 1.6 diesel.
In reply to Post #23
Stay clear of anything 'Green Oval', they have reliability issues.
Japanese, go for ever.
Stay clear of anything 'Green Oval', they have reliability issues.
Japanese, go for ever.
In reply to Post #23
I had the prior version, an 09 plate and loved it. Only changed as we had a 3rd kid so needed to get 3 car seats in the back.
It's a bit more agricultural inside which you'd expect given their background with L200 etc but worked for me with dogs/fishing/kids.
Drove well and genuine off road capabilities if needed. Think I'd avoid the PHEV version unless doing lots of town driving.
I had the prior version, an 09 plate and loved it. Only changed as we had a 3rd kid so needed to get 3 car seats in the back.
It's a bit more agricultural inside which you'd expect given their background with L200 etc but worked for me with dogs/fishing/kids.
Drove well and genuine off road capabilities if needed. Think I'd avoid the PHEV version unless doing lots of town driving.
In reply to Post #1
I'm afraid I sound like a broken record, but if you can cope with the looks how about a Berlingo or Teepee, maybe even a newer Rifter or Berlingo, might fall within budget soon/ now if you shop around.
I never wanted a Berlingo yet my 17 year old one, owned from new, sits on the drive next to our newer Rifter. The newer Rifter is a totally different beast and in 7 seat version I'd imagine it swallows gear for fun, it is as all types have been though a bit van looking, if you can get over that.
I'm afraid I sound like a broken record, but if you can cope with the looks how about a Berlingo or Teepee, maybe even a newer Rifter or Berlingo, might fall within budget soon/ now if you shop around.
I never wanted a Berlingo yet my 17 year old one, owned from new, sits on the drive next to our newer Rifter. The newer Rifter is a totally different beast and in 7 seat version I'd imagine it swallows gear for fun, it is as all types have been though a bit van looking, if you can get over that.
In reply to Post #1
Dacia Duster any good? (don't know about fuel economy)
Don't think an X Trail or Forrester will have decent MPG at all. They're old now but the Peugeot Partner Escapade was a great fishing wagon. Not AWD but a bit higher off the ground with a mud guard underneath etc. Massive boot. It was a bit basic/rough/bumpy though. Not a motorway cruiser but decent MPG considering it was a box on wheels!
I used to get 48 MPG (non motorway). Diesel
The new version is the Teepee but I don't like the design/look at all
I PX-ed mine to get a van (for work) and still miss it sometimes
Dacia Duster any good? (don't know about fuel economy)
Don't think an X Trail or Forrester will have decent MPG at all. They're old now but the Peugeot Partner Escapade was a great fishing wagon. Not AWD but a bit higher off the ground with a mud guard underneath etc. Massive boot. It was a bit basic/rough/bumpy though. Not a motorway cruiser but decent MPG considering it was a box on wheels!
I used to get 48 MPG (non motorway). Diesel
The new version is the Teepee but I don't like the design/look at all
I PX-ed mine to get a van (for work) and still miss it sometimes