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West-is-Best:
I currently have a standard Hyundai Sante Fe 2.7V6 Auto which I was considering trying out greenlanning.

However, looking around various sources it seems that there is little in the way of published info / mod kits / accessories / owners clubs etc. for this vehicle.

I am therefore leaning towards getting a new vehicle and quite fancy a Freelander (I am restricted to automatics and there seem to be plenty about).

I will still use vehicle to go back and fore to work. So therefore intend to buy a standard model for 5k or so add some underbody protection, good wheels and tyres, join a group of experianced guys / girls and away I go - is it as simple as that?

Also what model Freelander would you recomend (I also want to occasionaly tow a large caravan locally with it).

Your replies will be appreciated.

V8MoneyPit:
TD4.
Good torque, happily cruises at the legal limit (and above!) without excessive noise. Available in auto.

V6.
Quite quick for a 4x4. Will tow with ease, but at the expense of fuel consumption. Also available in auto I believe.

1.8.
Personally, I would avoid this one. They outnumber the others by a huge margin, but too many suffer from engine trouble. In any case, it isn't the most powerful of motors in this size of car.

3dr vs. 5dr purely depends on your preference. 5dr models tend to hold a premium on price.

The Freelander is surprisingly capable off road, particularly good with wet grass or sloppy mud. The only limitation is ground clearance and this can be improved. It will probably feel more like a car to drive than your Santa Fe.

Check the towing capacity, if the caravan is a large one. It might not be legally able to tow it.

Best thing is to get along to your local dealer a try one.

jimthelandyman:
Avoid 1.8's !!!!!!

Doobreydog:
V6 very quick and capable only available in auto/semi manual version

schuee:
I would go for the TD4, only because I have one  :wink: Go for the top of the range if you can.
Suprisingly good, if you want to give green laning a go :D Shame about ground clearance, I have become used to sliding across mud now :lol: , though as V8MoneyPit said this can be resolved with a lift kit.

Cheers
Schuee

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