Rusty Gate
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I'm wanting a Tucson to!
Car Conundrum???
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deerly departed
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In the end the only thing that gives you grip is the tyres, nothing else touches the ground unless you are very unlucky. So, first thing to consider is if the wheel size will allow for a reasonable AT type tyre - I really rated the Yoko Geolanders I had and they are great on road and don't really look much different to a road tyre so you don't need to go for something that leaves you looking like a complete plonker
After that the choices are pretty limited as I've been around the loop. I did have an older shape X-Trail which I loved and thought was perfect as a general purpose "do everything" vehicle but they haven't made them for quite a while now plus I don't know that there was a petrol. I've now gone to a pickup just because I was looking for the same vehicle as you (except I'd have a diesel) but couldn't find it. I would think that you are probably pretty much confining yourself to Subarus with your requirements and they get a good reputation but dealers are very scarce indeed in the places I spend time plus they seem expensive to run and hard of fuel.
It was Yokhama Geolander and yes... they did a 2.5 auto petrol ... I had one. As you say... very capable and the geolander made it very competents off road without the drumming and wear heavy off roader tyres often have.
I have a Rav 4 at the mo....also petrol auto with economy off roaders and the drumming on tarmac at motorway speed is intrusive. Plus they have worn out fast.
I. Farticus
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20 mpg 'official' figure, better have very deep pockets !
deerly departed
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Had one. Very basic and plasticy. I didnt rate it to be honest.
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I. Farticus
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Rusty Gate
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Ignore that it's not such a big deal. The power curves were reflashed to restore driveability that come with low fueling. While countries burn coal in power stations & America run big V8s etc I'll not lose dlerp over it & I would buy one
Essexsussex
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They do - mrs ES one, I think 1.2 turbo. Surprised how poor the mpg is though - 30ish mainly town driving short trips.
tonyshooter
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I have one and I have never been stuck, however, the current M & S tyres would ideally benefit from been replaced with something more suited to off road work.
Hook'N'Bullet
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+1 for the Scooby Forester
I have a v old GV 5 door 2 ltr V6 auto only does 20mpg but utterly reliable and bomb proof. Goes everywhere. Fun to drive and fantastic heater. If i was in the position to trade up then I would get a more modern version latest's you could get with side hinged rear door. Has to be side hinged so you can shoot off the roof v impt if you do a lot of foxing. Ample room inside esp if you have long rifle cases.
As for spares we have a member on here who works for Suzuki so helps getting spares at a reasonable cost.
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As for spares we have a member on here who works for Suzuki so helps getting spares at a reasonable cost.
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JAYB
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Had the earlier version of the Tucson, ix35, and travelled down to the show at Kelso the year it really snowed, 2014?. Anyway after we crossed the Grampians they closed the snow gates, could only see roughly to the end of the bonnet and when the wind blew the whole bloody car was shoved sideways, kept you awake. The car however did not put a foot wrong and truly impressed me, it was diesel though and they are famously more sure footed 
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John
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Kia sportage ,mines a diesel but with BFG ,s on goes everywhere ,Sportage/Tucson are the same car Hyundi/Kia same company. 2.crdi 38mpg local ,42 on a trip .Lockable diff,auto 4wd selection manual gearbox .Does snow,mud with no problems ,tyres are the key good tyres safe journey .
Rubber boot liner keeps things clean so i dont get bashed by swmbo ,as do cheap washable seat covers .Can get 3 Fallow in the boot and the seats fold flat for even more room atb
Rubber boot liner keeps things clean so i dont get bashed by swmbo ,as do cheap washable seat covers .Can get 3 Fallow in the boot and the seats fold flat for even more room atb
Wait! Wait until after the general election and any immediate subsequent budget. Diesels aren't liked. And may get clobbered for VED. In which case if you buy new now you may regret it. Just saying.
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