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A practical car for camping and cycling
We currently have a Nissan Qashqai, but are looking for a car with a more practical boot space. We do a lot of mountain biking and a lot of camping so often load the boot up with mountain bikes and camping equipment.

Budget is around £10k, I am considering a 4x4 or Pick-up, do you have any suggestions?

Asked on 24 January 2012 by fiska

Answered by Honest John
Best pick-up for £10k is an Isuzu Rodeo post late 2007 with the twin-chain-cam 2.5 I-TEQ diesel engine. The ride is awful but the seats are very comfortable, the engine is amiable and economical and it has one of the nicest gearshifts you will find.
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