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We need to replace a Honda CR-V with an insurance payout (max £7000). We like the CR-V, but wondered if you could recommend an alternative which was less expensive to run. Need a large boot for carrying...
We will be using the CR-V as a second car - driven once a week on the motorway for work (1/2 an hour run so an hour in total) and when the weather is bad. We will also be using it around town in between...
My immediate rural location requires a 4X4 to cope with narrow lanes, muddy verges, getting out of the way of other vehicles and winter conditions. My current car is a 2007 Skoda Octavia 4X4 estate with...
I have had Suzuki Jimnys for 10 years and this suits me but not a comfortable ride for a passenger (although I don't often take one) and, as write ups say, it is not the best! Wish to stay with a 4wd...
My present X-Trail has given me no problems and has done only 42k miles. As it is coming up to 8 years old should I change it and if so to a new XTrail? Or what? Ineed comfort and easy access and room...
FIAT has withdrawn the Panda 4x4. Are they due to replace it soon? If not, are there any small 4x4's you could recommend? I spend all winter in the Alps in the present Panda is fantastic in snow.
We live in a small village and for the last two winters have struggled to get out. I am now thinking of replacing my BMW 1 Series, with an AWD car. I would like to purchase the X3, but the wait is close...
I have £5-6k to spend on a car predominantly for work. I would like 4WD and it needs to have a high wheel base. Although 'tough' is preferred, more importantly it needs to be economical (min 35mpg consistently),...
Fiat Panda Cross (4x4) is no longer available. Is new Panda 4x4 version planned?
I wish to buy a 4x4 less than 155cm wide (to replace a 'classic' Fiat Panda). Any suggestions?