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  • Five Grand Friday: Volkswagen Touareg V10 TDI 5 Feb 2016 (News)
    the true value for money we set out to achieve, but there is no denying this is a masterpiece of an engine - and one most people have never heard of. Peak torque is 750Nm, more than a current Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4, while peak power is 312PS. Towing capacity is 3500kg, which is the maximum
  • Five Grand Friday: Jaguar X-Type Estate 4 Sep 2015 (News)
    .  >>Find a used Jaguar X-Type for sale As ever, there are a few things to look out for though. By early 2010, diesel pump failures were becoming more common on the diesel models and this can also damage the injectors. You also want to avoid any that have been used for towing
  • Rodius returns with a new look - and a new name 13 Aug 2013 (News)
    the top EX model comes with selectable 4x4 with a low ratio, which could come in very handy in the winter. It's also useful if you tow a caravan or trailer regularly. All Turismo models come with a rear multi-link suspension set-up designed for ride quality and good stability. Like all SsangYong
  • Toyota Hilux Reaches South Pole 24 Dec 2010 (News)
    . It combines a low unladen weight of just 2.2 tons with a payload capacity of 1.5 tons and a towing capacity of 3 tons – an essential attribute when carrying the expedition equipment, spare parts and participants, as well as 1,280 litres of fuel per vehicle. Thirdly, this expedition
  • Big Premiums Stall at Top Car Today 11 Nov 2002 (News)
    on the shoulders, the rear end looked sagged a bit, and the remains of a removable towbar kit could be seen under the back bumper. 41k miles were unwarranted, but 41k miles towing what? A yacht? A big, shiny caravan? A greaseburger stall? It bid to £29,100. Alternatively, how often do you see
  • New Prices from Nissan, Subaru and Skoda 9 Feb 2001 (News)
    at www.nissan.co.uk Subaru has launched a new Forester model named the S-Turbo, which offers 177ps and 181 lb ft torque which get it from 0-60 in 7.7 seconds. Price: £20,745. Gross towing weight remains 1,800kg, which is high for the weight of the vehicle and an automatic version will also
  • July 2019 DVSA recall round-up: Airbag fault forces Suzuki to recall 22,437 cars 24 Jul 2019 (News)
    2017 R/2019/174 Volkswagen Tiguan Tow bar may have a potential defective locking
  • A Grand Monday: BMW 525i Tourer with LPG 6 Oct 2014 (News)
    and windows, alarm, power steering and on-board computer. The automatic gearbox has a switchable sports mode and there’s a tow-pack fitted, which means self-levelling Nivomat rear dampers – which can be expensive to replace. However, you can swap to standard dampers easily enough, although
  • Car Crime Census 2013: What to do if you're a victim of car crime 19 Aug 2013 (News)
    You can protect your car as much as possible but there's sometimes little you can do against a determined thief. But what do you do if your car is stolen? Well the first thing is not to panic. Often it could be that your car has been towed away so look for a notice nearby. It could be a parking
  • Lewis Hamilton picks an MBGL or the road. 20 Oct 2008 (News)
    – and the rear row folds electrically to increase luggage space to an impressive 2300 litres. The GL can tow up to 3500kg (braked; unbraked limit 750kg), and standard ESP® Trailer Stability Assist keeps things on the straight and narrow should the potentially dangerous "fishtailing" occur. Lewis
  • Auction Prices Continue to Rise 1 Feb 2002 (News)
    it into perspective, a similar age and mileage 318iS sold for £9,400 last June. Absolutely nothing was cheap today. A smart 101,000 mile 99S Toyota Camry 2.2 auto in Pearl and with leather but also with a suspicious looking tow-hook sailed up to the block and started at £2,000. There were
  • Get set for the Beaulieu International Autojumble 18 Aug 2015 (News)
    by the grandfather of the current owner. He took the saloon on holidays around the UK, even towing a caravan. In 1985 it was taken off the road and parked in a barn in Surrey. The owner thought it would be worth £30,000 but the motor is actually ‘one of the finds of the decade’ and has a guide price
  • Comment: Is all-wheel drive worth the extra? 20 Nov 2014 (News)
    and Superb. These cars aren’t designed to ford rivers and climb mountains, but all-wheel drive is offered for peace of mind and a bit of extra capability when, for example, towing a caravan across a field. But in reality most front drive cars are unlikely to get stuck unless a field
  • Save Up To £3,000 On New KIAs 10 Jan 2014 (News)
    the line-up meaning the entry level 1.6 GDi ‘1' starts from just £12,800. Kia's big 7-seater SUV, the Sorento, starts at just £24,695 with a £2,000 saving (this £2,000 is available on all models), amking it cheaper than many medium SUVs with much lower towing capacity
  • 1934 Talbot Darraq makes £13,508 in Sandown Park auction 6 Aug 2011 (News)
    and impressive performer and while making its pre-sale estimate of £14,000, Yanks of this period offer huge value for money and perky performance to match. There are always some fun lots and bargains in a Barons sale. For fun, it was the 1963 Ford Zephyr with matching Zephyr-shaped trailer in tow
  • Volkswagen launches electric ID.4 crossover 23 Sep 2020 (News)
    towing weight is significantly down on what you’d expect from a conventional SUV though.    The ID.4 will initially go on sale
  • Brexit: everything you need to know about driving in the EU 31 Jan 2020 (News)
    insurance in the UK, but only third-party cover abroad. This means you could be left out of pocket in an accident. If you're towing, you'll need a separate  Green Card for the trailer or caravan. Some countries require separate  trailer insurance. What other
  • Geneva Motor Show 2016: A-Z of Cars 11 Feb 2016 (News)
    .  Hilux - New models get improved economy and power deliveryand more towing capacity.  Vauxhall
  • SsangYong Korando Sports prices announced 9 Oct 2012 (News)
    with its four-wheel drive system has the capability of towing up to 2.3 tonnes - more than enough for a decent-size trailer or small horsebox. All models have a five-year/unlimited mileage warranty. Mitsubishi recently announced that its L200 would benefit from a five-year warranty, too
  • Scrap Cars Raise £500,000 For Charity 30 Nov 2011 (News)
    a simple way to get rid of their unwanted cars and put them to good use, raising money for their favourite charities. Giveacar’s customers ring up, have the details of their cars taken and are asked for the name of their favourite charity. Cars are collected by tow
 

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