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My daughter lives and works in Sinai, Egypt and has asked me to suggest a replacement for her old Suzuki Grand Vitara automatic, a car that has given her very good service. She requires a 4-wheel drive vehicle, preferably automatic with space behind the rear seats for a couple of dogs. Whilst the roads are generally good the off-road work can be very rough and, of course it is sandy and dusty and very hot so she needs something that is robust and reliable. Fuel is cheap so economy is not an issue but she does not feel comfortable with a large vehicle. She’d be hoping to find a vehicle just off new - up to 2 years old. I should be very grateful for any suggestions or guidance you can give me.

Asked on 6 March 2010 by E.H., Rothbury

Answered by Honest John
Probably another Suzuki. The current SWB Grand Vitara is quite cute and, with its side hinged rear door and low floor, very easy for dogs to jump into the back of.
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