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• vectra b - No start unless towed 21 Jan 2011 (Forum)
  vectra b 2.0 Di wont start unless towed leak off pipes replaced, system bled cranks but wont satrt fuel at injectors when cranking rev counter and speedo move about erratically is this electrical / fuel / air related?
• Ideas needed on towing car please 8 Sep 2024 (Forum)
  Our caravan weighs 1600kg unladen, so I was wondering what the best cars that do not cost and arm and a leg may be to tow it with.  I had a Mondeo previously that could tow 1800kg.  Wondering if I should go for same but estate this time (not many about), or try for something different
• Mercedes C Class Estate 2016 C250 - Tow bar 18 Dec 2020 (Forum)
  I'm wanting to fit a new tow bar to the above car. The bar will only be used occasionally so I'm interested in a retractable or detachable bar. 1. When not the bar is not in use, and detached or retracted, given that the C class is a luxury vehicle, which arrangement will look better
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  Buying a used KIA Sorento for towing 18 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to get a KIA Sorento (that will mainly be a family car but can also tow a horse trailer. I know that the 03-09 model can tow the most weight...
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  Can you recommend a vehicle that will tow our 2680kg caravan? 25 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I’m looking to buy a vehicle to tow a large Airstream caravan. My wife's Bentley GTC is too light apparently and we worry about long-term body distortion....
• Tow away gone wrong. 25 Apr 2008 (Forum)
  .t595.net/messageboard/thread/Cant-believe-what-I-saw-today/66976.aspx London tow away job gone wrong link made non-clickable in accordance with site policies. The OP should have posted a warning about the type of language used on the site
• Criteria for calculating towing capacity 23 Mar 2006 (Forum)
  Hi there, I've done a bit of Googling for this, but haven't got anywhere. I've always wondered how the towing capacity of a vehicle is calculated by the vehicle manufacturer. I believe that it is a function of gradability, and to a lesser extent, engine power, but are any other criteria specific
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  Best petrol tow car for £10,000? 28 Dec 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I am currently running a 2007 Land Rover Defender. I love it, but towing a medium sized caravan brings consumption down to 17mpg and for normal use 28mpg....
• Urgent Advice Required Towing Vehicle 3 Nov 2014 (Forum)
  Hi I wonder if I someone could give me some sensible advice? i recently made a mistake with a recent vehicle purchase - basically despite reviews , specs and research; upon towing my caravan for the first time, the engine struggled.  I now have to sell the vehicle and buy another
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  Can you recommend a petrol hybrid under £40,000 for towing? 10 Oct 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I currently drive a 2016 1.6-litre diesel Nissan X-Trail doing about 10,000 miles a year in total, of which 75 per cent is short urban journeys, the remainder...
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  Idle moments 21 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I read with interest (as I always do) your piece in the Saturday Telegraph, this week particularly your comment regarding the BMW 530d turbo overheating...
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  Can you recommend a towing vehicle for a small budget? 12 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I want to buy an SUV which tows at least 2-tonnes, it must be auto and ideally have 4WD as well. I tow a horse trailer which has a 1600 kg MAM and travel...
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  What's the best large SUV for £8000? 28 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
  What large SUV that can tow 2500kg has the best MPG? Budget of £8000 and looking for the best economy and best spec large SUV.
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  Need an economical 4x4 to tow a horse box - what do you suggest? 3 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy an economical 4x4 that needs to be able to tow 2000kg, but also double up as my commuting vehicle - I do around 50 miles a day for...
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  Tow car with plenty of boot space - advice please 13 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  We need a large car to transport five dogs, and tow our 1500kg caravan. We currently have a 2006 Citroen C8 with a cage system in the rear. Like the...
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  Need a used diesel car 9 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I currently have an 02 Citroen Berlingo Multispace 2.0 HDi which has blown turbo. I need to replace it quickly but I only have £7000 to spend. My annual...
• mercedes vito. Good for towing? 5 Aug 2004 (Forum)
  I'm thinking of getting a 4 year old Vito to tow a 1300 kg caravan. Theres three diesel engines available as far as I can see; 108/ 110/ 112 (or the 115 on the new one) Given these engines are common rail and turbo, I'm assuming theres more than enough power for the job with the 110 and 112
• Audi A2 Roof Rack or Tow Bar 10 Jul 2003 (Forum)
  A friend of mine has an Audi A2 (May 2001) with the glass roof. He takes it camping & needs a roof rack or trailer. NOBODY seems to be able to sell either. Audi say they don't do a roof rack because its the glass roof version. Audi say they can't fit a tow bar because his A2 hasn't got air
• Car to tow horsebox 26 Nov 2010 (Forum)
  I'm looking for a car to replace my diesel guzzling Nissan Terrano II. I'm looking for a 2 litre diesel capable of towing 1.5 - 2 tons. I was initially thinking of the Freelander TD4 but the write up on this site has put me off a bit due to poor reliability record. Any recommendations ?? Steve
• Ford Mondeo II (1996 - 2000) - (96-00) 2.0 petrol - Towing a Caravan 12 Jan 2008 (Forum)
  Does anyone have any experience of towing a caravan with a Mk11 Mondeo 2.0 Petrol Hatchback? Is it man enough for the job and what was the fuel consumption like? Help and advice gratefully received! Pat