4x4 or estate?

I currently own a Jeep 4x4 2 ltr diesel. It is reliable but expensive on fuel especially on short journeys. I travel about 30 miles per week but want to go up North 2xs year(400 each way) and not getting mileage. Have 2 labradors and lots of luggage. Looking for a cheap to run 4x4 or estate - good on short and long distances, reliable + cheap to run, up to £2000 - ant suggestions please?

Asked on 31 July 2012 by A Gilbert-Davies

Answered by Honest John
You do so little mileage that trying to find something easier on fuel could cost you ten times what you save on fuel.
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