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I am considering switching from my (Company) Passat 1.9TDi estate to a
(private & therefore lowish cost) 4x4, mainly for stability reasons and reducing the frequency of getting stuck on soggy CL's etc. The Kia Sorento looks to have too high fuel consumption, the Hyundai Tucson has had bad reviews for fuel consumption on some web sites, so my short list currently contains the Santa Fe and Sportage. I realise that the Sportage and Tucson are pretty much the same under the skin but nevertheless would appreciate feedback on the Sportage. The Santa Fe has been described in some road tests as "frugal" (which is puzzling as it has basically the same engine as the Tucson & Sportage). I currently tow 1250kg but at some point in the future (when pennies permit) might need to tow circa 1400kg. The Santa Fe is preferable from a luggage capacity point of view, but is the rear suspension too soggy for stable towing? I can't remember seeing any tests or info in magazines about it's towing capabilities, so again, feedback would be welcome. |
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![]() "KDM" wrote in message ... I am considering switching from my (Company) Passat 1.9TDi estate to a (private & therefore lowish cost) 4x4, mainly for stability reasons and reducing the frequency of getting stuck on soggy CL's etc. The Kia Sorento looks to have too high fuel consumption, the Hyundai Tucson has had bad reviews for fuel consumption on some web sites, so my short list currently contains the Santa Fe and Sportage. I realise that the Sportage and Tucson are pretty much the same under the skin but nevertheless would appreciate feedback on the Sportage. The Santa Fe has been described in some road tests as "frugal" (which is puzzling as it has basically the same engine as the Tucson & Sportage). I currently tow 1250kg but at some point in the future (when pennies permit) might need to tow circa 1400kg. The Santa Fe is preferable from a luggage capacity point of view, but is the rear suspension too soggy for stable towing? I can't remember seeing any tests or info in magazines about it's towing capabilities, so again, feedback would be welcome. I have a 03 plate Santa Fe and have towed all over with it. I personally find it just the job. I tow a Lexon with it no problems at all. Its all down to personal choice as I am sure you will find out very shortly. |
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![]() "KDM" wrote in message ... I am considering switching from my (Company) Passat 1.9TDi estate to a (private & therefore lowish cost) 4x4, mainly for stability reasons and reducing the frequency of getting stuck on soggy CL's etc. The Kia Sorento looks to have too high fuel consumption, the Hyundai Tucson has had bad reviews for fuel consumption on some web sites, so my short list currently contains the Santa Fe and Sportage. I realise that the Sportage and Tucson are pretty much the same under the skin but nevertheless would appreciate feedback on the Sportage. The Santa Fe has been described in some road tests as "frugal" (which is puzzling as it has basically the same engine as the Tucson & Sportage). I currently tow 1250kg but at some point in the future (when pennies permit) might need to tow circa 1400kg. The Santa Fe is preferable from a luggage capacity point of view, but is the rear suspension too soggy for stable towing? I can't remember seeing any tests or info in magazines about it's towing capabilities, so again, feedback would be welcome. I have a 03 plate Santa Fe and have towed all over with it. I personally find it just the job. I tow a Lexon with it no problems at all. Its all down to personal choice as I am sure you will find out very shortly. |
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... "KDM" wrote in message ... I am considering switching from my (Company) Passat 1.9TDi estate to a (private & therefore lowish cost) 4x4, mainly for stability reasons and reducing the frequency of getting stuck on soggy CL's etc. The Kia Sorento looks to have too high fuel consumption, the Hyundai Tucson has had bad reviews for fuel consumption on some web sites, so my short list currently contains the Santa Fe and Sportage. I realise that the Sportage and Tucson are pretty much the same under the skin but nevertheless would appreciate feedback on the Sportage. The Santa Fe has been described in some road tests as "frugal" (which is puzzling as it has basically the same engine as the Tucson & Sportage). I currently tow 1250kg but at some point in the future (when pennies permit) might need to tow circa 1400kg. The Santa Fe is preferable from a luggage capacity point of view, but is the rear suspension too soggy for stable towing? I can't remember seeing any tests or info in magazines about it's towing capabilities, so again, feedback would be welcome. I have a 03 plate Santa Fe and have towed all over with it. I personally find it just the job. I tow a Lexon with it no problems at all. Its all down to personal choice as I am sure you will find out very shortly. Jerry - thanks for the feedback. If your Santa Fe is a diesel, what mpg do get solo and towing? |
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"Jerry" wrote in message
... "KDM" wrote in message ... I am considering switching from my (Company) Passat 1.9TDi estate to a (private & therefore lowish cost) 4x4, mainly for stability reasons and reducing the frequency of getting stuck on soggy CL's etc. The Kia Sorento looks to have too high fuel consumption, the Hyundai Tucson has had bad reviews for fuel consumption on some web sites, so my short list currently contains the Santa Fe and Sportage. I realise that the Sportage and Tucson are pretty much the same under the skin but nevertheless would appreciate feedback on the Sportage. The Santa Fe has been described in some road tests as "frugal" (which is puzzling as it has basically the same engine as the Tucson & Sportage). I currently tow 1250kg but at some point in the future (when pennies permit) might need to tow circa 1400kg. The Santa Fe is preferable from a luggage capacity point of view, but is the rear suspension too soggy for stable towing? I can't remember seeing any tests or info in magazines about it's towing capabilities, so again, feedback would be welcome. I have a 03 plate Santa Fe and have towed all over with it. I personally find it just the job. I tow a Lexon with it no problems at all. Its all down to personal choice as I am sure you will find out very shortly. Jerry - thanks for the feedback. If your Santa Fe is a diesel, what mpg do get solo and towing? |
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I test drove a Santa Fe during the summer and found it underpowered. It was
brand new so I guess it needed to be driven in but I much preferred the better thrust you got from the Kia Sorento. After the testing of the Santa Fe and the Sorento we didnt bother testing the Sportage. We went and bought an 18mnths old Sorento and get 29/30 mpg around town. Would expect more on a longer run but we dont do any of those without the caravan on the back and I dont record consumption whilst we are having fun away from home! "KDM" wrote in message ... I am considering switching from my (Company) Passat 1.9TDi estate to a (private & therefore lowish cost) 4x4, mainly for stability reasons and reducing the frequency of getting stuck on soggy CL's etc. The Kia Sorento looks to have too high fuel consumption, the Hyundai Tucson has had bad reviews for fuel consumption on some web sites, so my short list currently contains the Santa Fe and Sportage. I realise that the Sportage and Tucson are pretty much the same under the skin but nevertheless would appreciate feedback on the Sportage. The Santa Fe has been described in some road tests as "frugal" (which is puzzling as it has basically the same engine as the Tucson & Sportage). I currently tow 1250kg but at some point in the future (when pennies permit) might need to tow circa 1400kg. The Santa Fe is preferable from a luggage capacity point of view, but is the rear suspension too soggy for stable towing? I can't remember seeing any tests or info in magazines about it's towing capabilities, so again, feedback would be welcome. |
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I test drove a Santa Fe during the summer and found it underpowered. It was
brand new so I guess it needed to be driven in but I much preferred the better thrust you got from the Kia Sorento. After the testing of the Santa Fe and the Sorento we didnt bother testing the Sportage. We went and bought an 18mnths old Sorento and get 29/30 mpg around town. Would expect more on a longer run but we dont do any of those without the caravan on the back and I dont record consumption whilst we are having fun away from home! "KDM" wrote in message ... I am considering switching from my (Company) Passat 1.9TDi estate to a (private & therefore lowish cost) 4x4, mainly for stability reasons and reducing the frequency of getting stuck on soggy CL's etc. The Kia Sorento looks to have too high fuel consumption, the Hyundai Tucson has had bad reviews for fuel consumption on some web sites, so my short list currently contains the Santa Fe and Sportage. I realise that the Sportage and Tucson are pretty much the same under the skin but nevertheless would appreciate feedback on the Sportage. The Santa Fe has been described in some road tests as "frugal" (which is puzzling as it has basically the same engine as the Tucson & Sportage). I currently tow 1250kg but at some point in the future (when pennies permit) might need to tow circa 1400kg. The Santa Fe is preferable from a luggage capacity point of view, but is the rear suspension too soggy for stable towing? I can't remember seeing any tests or info in magazines about it's towing capabilities, so again, feedback would be welcome. |
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I can tell you that if you checked the consumption towing it would be 21mpg
max for an automatic which isnt good but it tows like a dream. Dave "news.tiscali.co.uk" wrote in message ... I test drove a Santa Fe during the summer and found it underpowered. It was brand new so I guess it needed to be driven in but I much preferred the better thrust you got from the Kia Sorento. After the testing of the Santa Fe and the Sorento we didnt bother testing the Sportage. We went and bought an 18mnths old Sorento and get 29/30 mpg around town. Would expect more on a longer run but we dont do any of those without the caravan on the back and I dont record consumption whilst we are having fun away from home! "KDM" wrote in message ... I am considering switching from my (Company) Passat 1.9TDi estate to a (private & therefore lowish cost) 4x4, mainly for stability reasons and reducing the frequency of getting stuck on soggy CL's etc. The Kia Sorento looks to have too high fuel consumption, the Hyundai Tucson has had bad reviews for fuel consumption on some web sites, so my short list currently contains the Santa Fe and Sportage. I realise that the Sportage and Tucson are pretty much the same under the skin but nevertheless would appreciate feedback on the Sportage. The Santa Fe has been described in some road tests as "frugal" (which is puzzling as it has basically the same engine as the Tucson & Sportage). I currently tow 1250kg but at some point in the future (when pennies permit) might need to tow circa 1400kg. The Santa Fe is preferable from a luggage capacity point of view, but is the rear suspension too soggy for stable towing? I can't remember seeing any tests or info in magazines about it's towing capabilities, so again, feedback would be welcome. |
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I can tell you that if you checked the consumption towing it would be 21mpg
max for an automatic which isnt good but it tows like a dream. Dave "news.tiscali.co.uk" wrote in message ... I test drove a Santa Fe during the summer and found it underpowered. It was brand new so I guess it needed to be driven in but I much preferred the better thrust you got from the Kia Sorento. After the testing of the Santa Fe and the Sorento we didnt bother testing the Sportage. We went and bought an 18mnths old Sorento and get 29/30 mpg around town. Would expect more on a longer run but we dont do any of those without the caravan on the back and I dont record consumption whilst we are having fun away from home! "KDM" wrote in message ... I am considering switching from my (Company) Passat 1.9TDi estate to a (private & therefore lowish cost) 4x4, mainly for stability reasons and reducing the frequency of getting stuck on soggy CL's etc. The Kia Sorento looks to have too high fuel consumption, the Hyundai Tucson has had bad reviews for fuel consumption on some web sites, so my short list currently contains the Santa Fe and Sportage. I realise that the Sportage and Tucson are pretty much the same under the skin but nevertheless would appreciate feedback on the Sportage. The Santa Fe has been described in some road tests as "frugal" (which is puzzling as it has basically the same engine as the Tucson & Sportage). I currently tow 1250kg but at some point in the future (when pennies permit) might need to tow circa 1400kg. The Santa Fe is preferable from a luggage capacity point of view, but is the rear suspension too soggy for stable towing? I can't remember seeing any tests or info in magazines about it's towing capabilities, so again, feedback would be welcome. |
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![]() "David Willdigg" wrote in message ... I can tell you that if you checked the consumption towing it would be 21mpg max for an automatic which isnt good but it tows like a dream. Dave "news.tiscali.co.uk" wrote in message ... I test drove a Santa Fe during the summer and found it underpowered. It was brand new so I guess it needed to be driven in but I much preferred the better thrust you got from the Kia Sorento. After the testing of the Santa Fe and the Sorento we didnt bother testing the Sportage. We went and bought an 18mnths old Sorento and get 29/30 mpg around town. Would expect more on a longer run but we dont do any of those without the caravan on the back and I dont record consumption whilst we are having fun away from home! "KDM" wrote in message ... I am considering switching from my (Company) Passat 1.9TDi estate to a (private & therefore lowish cost) 4x4, mainly for stability reasons and reducing the frequency of getting stuck on soggy CL's etc. The Kia Sorento looks to have too high fuel consumption, the Hyundai Tucson has had bad reviews for fuel consumption on some web sites, so my short list currently contains the Santa Fe and Sportage. I realise that the Sportage and Tucson are pretty much the same under the skin but nevertheless would appreciate feedback on the Sportage. The Santa Fe has been described in some road tests as "frugal" (which is puzzling as it has basically the same engine as the Tucson & Sportage). I currently tow 1250kg but at some point in the future (when pennies permit) might need to tow circa 1400kg. The Santa Fe is preferable from a luggage capacity point of view, but is the rear suspension too soggy for stable towing? I can't remember seeing any tests or info in magazines about it's towing capabilities, so again, feedback would be welcome. For KDM Yes my Santa Fe is the 2.0 Diesel and I am afraid I have never clocked the fuel figures. All I know is that it has never let me down and the navigator likes the view from up there LoL. |
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