Compact 4x4
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I had a VW Tiguan for a couple of years - TD140 in SE trim. Great car, would certainly have another, but would probably go for a sport trim next. Quite poky in real world driving and high 40's fuel consumption on a run. Nothing went wrong and had decent residuals at trade in time. I'd had a late Mk1 Freelander prior to that and the difference in driving experience (and reliability) was like night and day.
Yeah the Mk1 Freelander was a right donut. If she wants a proper offroader then the FL2 is a much better bet (even was a 3.2 petrol briefly available) and has LR's world class offroad capability. Got a much better interior than the FL1 too. I'm a LR fan though .... otherwise, I guess this depends on the usual combo of budget, functions and style.
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I'm told the new Kia Sportage is very good for the money 
We had a ford kuga (witch I am informed by my Icelandic friend means poo in his native tongue) the car was anything but. My sister in law has the Kia also seems a good car.
I had a freelander 2 and thoroughly rated it. Much better than the first one and more like a mini Range Rover. Did a little muddy driving and the 4x4 system worked perfectly, economical at 40-45mpg and totally reliable.
I've also had a Suzuki Grand Vitara but would not really recommend the 1.6 petrol version as its too slow and very heavy on fuel.
I've also had a Suzuki Grand Vitara but would not really recommend the 1.6 petrol version as its too slow and very heavy on fuel.
Ron, my best mate had a Tiguan and they've a little baby girl (so you need to pack for the end of the world no matter where you go) and its suited them well in terms of comfort, reliability and space. Couple of guys also bought them for their wife's. The other choice would be the freelander 2 as mentioned and you know land rovers so I'm sure it would also be a good choice. I did look at an X1 once upon a time and i'd consider that over a RAV4, just not as nice a place to be as the others.
The Kia sportage is highly rated and gets good feedback, my aunty had one before my uncle chopped it in for a Evoque (which he drives more than her) and I have to say it was very comfy and a great ride. Lots of room and she never had any issues with it.
The Kia sportage is highly rated and gets good feedback, my aunty had one before my uncle chopped it in for a Evoque (which he drives more than her) and I have to say it was very comfy and a great ride. Lots of room and she never had any issues with it.
Have to say (slightly OT, ahem) that my buying experience at Stratstone's in Chesterfield for my Z4 was second to none. Very good. Have also had new 330D and 535i over the last xxx years, always good. Service - well that's something else. Sytner the pits.
Never bought a Toyota.
Never bought a Toyota.
Fast3000 said:
Kia Sportage is a cracking car
I've got an Evoque which I think is fab too
