Modern 4x4 are quite rubbish?

[LasseV]

Well, it seems that i have an 3rd option too. It is Jeep Patriot with a 2.4 gas engine. It would be the most economical to keep and drive. I have no idea how good 4wd system it has, because European model is little bit different than USD models. However, i think it is at least as good as Duster. Anyone here who have driven it or owned one?

Edited by LasseV on Friday 17th August 20:31

[LasseV]

It seems that European version Patriot is actually quite capable off roader. Ground clearance is about 20cm, which is good enough for me. In theory it is actually quite perfect for my needs, definetly going to test drive it.

[kurt535]

Find a mK2 honda crv 2.2 and don't look back.

my one got written off yesterday by a muppet of a driver and i'm absolutely gutted. by far the best medium 4x4 out there. mpg excellent; tows 1.5 tonne; carries everyone in comfort. reliability 100%.

am now praying a decent one comes up on auto trader because i will definitely buy again.

[LasseV]

kurt535 said:

Find a mK2 honda crv 2.2 and don't look back.

my one got written off yesterday by a muppet of a driver and i'm absolutely gutted. by far the best medium 4x4 out there. mpg excellent; tows 1.5 tonne; carries everyone in comfort. reliability 100%.

am now praying a decent one comes up on auto trader because i will definitely buy again.

Yes, CRV is a great car but i don't like it that much as an SUV. Ground clearance is too low and 4wd system is not that good in the snow. It is too fwd biased system in my opinion.


I did test drive Patriot with 2.4 and CVT transmission. She was high mileage one, but i liked it a lot. 4wd system did work on gravel very well and cargo room was good. Tows 1.5 tonne so it is enough for me. I was little bit of impressed tbh.