Which 4x4 offers low running costs, good reliability and can tow 2500kg?

I am looking to buy an older 4x4 for towing horses. I have owned a number and understand the pitfalls, however cannot seem to find one that is cheapish to run, reliable and can tow 2500kg. Any suggestions?

Would you recommend a 2006 KIA Sportage to drive from the UK to Portugal?

I'm thinking of buying a 2006 KIA Sportage automatic diesel (2-litre 4x4) with 49,000 miles on the clock, with a view to driving to Portugal from Dover. Is there anything I should look out for? Does this...

Can you recommend a 4x4 to replace my Porsche Cayenne which is cheaper to run?

I have a Porsche Cayenne which is great but very thirsty. Due to a change in circumstances I am now having to drive 200 miles every two weeks, which is obviously an expensive journey. The area I travel...

Amasian result

My husband and I posted an add on Autotrader to sell our Toyota Amazon and within minutes we had a phone call from an Asian guy wanting to buy, he asked a lot of questions: what is the reg, what is the...

Is the 170bhp Skoda Yeti 4x4 really more efficient than the 110bhp and 140bhp versions?

I am looking at the Skoda Yeti 4x4 diesel engines available and note that the 110bhp version uses more diesel and emits more Co2 than the 140bhp, which itself also uses more diesel and has higher emissions...

Can you recommend a small 4x4 or crossover to replace our Volvo V50?

We currently own a Volvo V50 automatic and are keen to change shortly for a smaller 4x4 car. We have always had good reliability with Volvos, with good safety features and comfort. Can you recommend a...

Can you recommend a small, reliable, comfortable and safe 4x4 with an automatic gearbox?

In an earlier email, looking for a replacement for my Volvo automatic, I asked you to recommend a small, reliable, comfortable and safe 4x4, but forgot to mention that it has to be an automatic.

Is there such a thing as a small MPV with four-wheel drive?

I am looking for a small MPV that provides a relatively high driving position. I have a C3 Picasso and like the driving position so am now looking for something similar for my wife, who has back issues....

Which 4x4 is suitable for towing and long journeys?

We have tall children (6 feet 7 inches) and after six years and 90,000 miles of enjoying the luxury of an Amazon we are looking to replace it. We can fit into a Discovery, an LC4 (the only one we've test...

Recommend a replacement for my Audi A6 Avant which can carry two bikes?

I own an A6 Avant 2.7 diesel Tiptronic (purchased March 2008). I wish to change and want a vehicle which can take two bikes if necessary, and is comfortable and suitable for long distances, so quite similar...