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Which 4x4 do you recommend for towing and general farm work?

We're looking for a vehicle with tolerable road driveability and 4x4 capability for light towing and lugging across our fields and general farm work. I guess it's about an 75/25 mix. Use would be light and intermittent. Assuming that the battery is kept topped up, what fuel would be best for starting after periods of garaging? Consumption isn't a factor. The young'n has got his heart set on a Defender since they appear to be appreciating in value, but I am trying to steer him towards a Suzuki Jimny, a Mitsubishi Shogun or a Nissan Navara. Budget up to £10,000 but preferably half that! Any ideas?

Asked on 24 February 2022 by David Ellery

Answered by Andrew Brady
A Defender will be rough for £10,000, unfortunately. A pick-up truck sounds like a good option. Buy carefully and a Navara could be a sound purchase, although watch out for rust (they have a tendency to snap in half... seriously!). Also look at a Toyota Hilux or Ford Ranger – both should be pretty dependable and well suited to farm work. You'll find that most pick-ups will be diesel which would be the best option for towing.
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