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Buying a new 4x4 - what do you recommend?

I am looking to change my petrol 2003 Honda CRV. It has been a great car, but I want to replace it with something newer. I've looked at the new Honda CRV/Mazda CX-5/Hyundai Santa Fe, but can’t decide.

I am also unsure about petrol or diesel, as I've read some worrying things about DPFs. What do you suggest?

Asked on 17 August 2013 by upson

Answered by Honest John

The Honda CRV has been spectacularly reliable: probably the most reliable SUV of all time. The Mazda CX-5 2.2 diesel is the least likely to suffer DPF problems because of the advanced design of the engine with exhaust manifold incorporated into the cylinder head.

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