Recent content by Stephenb80

I put it in towcar and it wasn't bad. It did say with 200k in car and van it was a little heavy. Performance rating was 4, weight was 2 star (I know this fluctuates with weight adjustments) with 0-60 in 20 secs and Hill starts on any incline up to 19%. It was a match. Some of the others (more...

Thanks. I have been focusing on bhp a bit too much I think when looking. It certainly opens up my options a bit. What sort of figures am I looking at for good torque?

Thanks everyone for their advice. We have decided that a Ford S-Max would be best for us as a family. I am currently in discussions with a seller about buying a 14 plate 2.0TDCi Titanium with 163bhp. My concern is with the bhp... does anyone think I need something with a bit more? I noticed the...

The other car I have been looking at from a family viewpoint (changing the kia carens) is a 2015 Ford Galaxy 2l automatic 180bhp. Anyone have any experience of towing with these? These have the three full middle seats I would need too. Mileage is 70k on the particular one I've seen.

Yes this is a viable option as I am looking at used. Would anyone be concerned about some models if the XC70 having 100k plus on the clock (8-10 year old)? I suppose as long as it has full service history it should be ok?

Kia Carens 1.7TDCI 14 plate is my current car. The reason we bought it was for its practicality. I have three young children (all under 5) and as the Carens has three full size seats in the middle row it makes it easy for childseats etc. Tbh a lot of what I am seeing to tow have the standard...

Yes ok thank you for this. I have test driven a Kodiaq two days ago. 2L Diesel 4x4, DSG 190bhp (19 plate). Should I be too concerned about the noseweight limit of 80kg? Or does it just mean to think carefully when loading?

To be honest, I was badly advised upon purchase of my van. I was told my car would tow the van (see post #1 re van model). So therefore I have come to the forum to gather expert advice so I am learning a lot as I go. I've done some research but with regards engine spec and performance etc, when...

Appreciate this. Being new to the caravan community, I'm jst looking for ideas. I was hoping people would suggest specs and models that they had used and share their experiences. I will narrow my choices down Clive, and receiving feedback will help me to do this. But thanks for your input.

What does everyone think about a 2 litre Kuga? Would that do the job on a 1600kg van?

Yes maybe. I read that it is in consultation until 7th September.

I would imagine consultation will take a good few months?

Yes someone told me September 10th. Any more on that?

No panic....im doing the test end of this month 👍👍

Ok. Thank you for this great advice. I will keep all options on the table. Sometimes I find myself overwhelmed with options!