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Looking for a budget 4x4

I'm looking to replace my Ford Focus with something that I can comfortably use on a bumpy and muddy tracks in all weathers. I only have £3500 to spent and was considering the Skoda Octavia Scout, do you have any suggestions?

Asked on 7 July 2013 by Maz

Answered by Honest John
Small: a Daihatsu Terios or FIAT Panda 4x4 or Suzuki Ignis 4x4.

Bigger, a Honda HRV if you can find a good one.

Don't recommend a Rover 'StreetWise'.
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