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Economical tow car 8 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
I tow a 1500kg caravan with an 2008 E280 CDI Estate. I want to replace this car with a 4x4 for better traction in mud/snow. I need a car which has a large... -
Which large saloon car would you recommend for motorway use and towing a caravan? 3 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have owned a 2001 BMW 530d SE (E39) from new and have covered approximately 11,000 miles per year, 75 per cent of which has been on motorways. Though... -
Is it a bad idea to buy a new diesel car? 15 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
I need a 4x4 to tow 3.5 tonnes. I'm looking to buy a new Land Rover Defender 90, which is diesel. With current emission targets, would it be a really bad... -
I am looking for a reliable and economical SUV to pull a large caravan - what do you suggest? 2 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
I am looking for a reliable and economical SUV to pull a 4 or 5 berth caravan. What do you suggest? -
What's the best hybrid SUV for towing? 10 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for an automatic hybrid car with a raised driving position. It must have enough power and torque to tow a 1440kg caravan. What would you recommend... -
What vehicle can cope with towing and long distance travelling? 7 Feb 2024 (Ask HJ)
We’re farmers and need to tow up to 2.5tons (trailer plus up to several cattle). The farm has a 4.0-litre diesel 2007 Range Rover Sport which has a number... -
What should I buy as a new tow car? 20 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
I currently own a diesel 2013 Audi Avant A6. It's a 2.0 TDI 177PS for towing our relatively small Eriba Troll (1000kg). The A6 is used mainly for long... -
Best car for £2500 for towing? 21 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
I am looking at buying a car for around £2500 that is comfortable and practical. Ideally, I'd like a 2.0-litre diesel as I tow a trailer regularly. I've... -
Can electric cars be towed? 6 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
If an electric vehicle stops, for what ever reason, mechanical or run out of power - is it true they cannot be towed? -
Would you recommend a Tiguan? 27 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
I am looking for a used 4x4 for towing, with plenty of passenger space and a large boot. Should I get a Volkswagen Tiguan? If so, should I get a petrol... -
Why is my Passat emitting so much smoke? 3 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have a Volkswagen Passat diesel (2007). However, the car has started discharging smoke whenever it is stood idle for a couple of minutes. It also happens... -
Buying a used 4x4 without DPF 11 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to but a used diesel 4x4 for towing that does not have a DPF. The car would need to have a kerbweight of at least 1800kg for safe towing... -
Seven seater tow car 12 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
I need a reliable seven seater which will tow my caravan, 1300kg. I have 6-7k to spend. You've always come up with winners in the past, what would you... -
Can you tow away a car that's been parked on your drive? 26 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
Could I, although a lawyer, offer a practical response to the reader's problem of a car unlawfully parked on their drive? First, physically block the car... -
On a budget of £14,000 what small diesel SUV can offer a spacious boot, 4WD and tow 1080kg? 14 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
We are undecided between a Ford Kuga 2.0d, a Nissan Qashqai 1.6-2.0d and a Kia Sportage 2.0d. We would consider petrol if it was economical enough, or... -
Does the Mazda CX-5 suffer from DPF problems? 30 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of buying a Mazda CX-5 2.2 diesel automatic (2WD). I have two questions :- (a) Will the above vehicle be adequate to tow a caravan, 1300kgs... -
What's the best car for towing a horse trailer? 21 Mar 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am looking for a 4x4 with good suspension (for off road/bumpy unmade roads), to tow a horse trailer - approx 2300kg weight gross (including two horses).... -
Should I worry about DPF and DMF? 15 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a June 2010 C Max, manual, 2.0L Duratorq-TDCi (136PS) - DW10, old model, with DMF and am pretty certain a DPF. The car has done 34k and I usually... -
Which large diesel 4x4 should I buy for towing a boat? 30 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am planning to replace my car with a 2.0-litre or 2.5-litre diesel 4x4 to tow a light boat and I'm unsure what to buy. The village we live in is approached... -
Choosing a Renault Scenic automatic 11 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
Have compared new C-MAX 2.0 diesel and current Scenic and found C-MAX seats uncomfortable therefore thinking of choosing Scenic automatic. Have test driven...
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