Hilux vs D22 Navara vs D40 Navara

Hello Michael,
I went thru same search last year but wanted vehicle as tow tug. So needed 3000 kg tow capacity which whittled it down to 3 - Navara D40, D-Max and colorado. Read enough forums on clutch issues to sway me towards auto. Bought the Navara D40 just a bit larger inside than my 2nd choice D-Max. Have been extremely happy with the Navara has plenty of power - even more after a Steinbauer chip for extra grunt for towing. New model Ford could be worth looking at.
Cheers,
Ian

Hi Michael,
New or second hand?
Manual or auto?
You towing or just touring?
If your towing, what weight?
Off road or all H/way?

Hmm, not that I have either make, depends on what you want to do.

The D22 is not in the same league as the D40 and Hilux however the D22 is very affordable and does the job. The Hilux is the best to drive IMO and has the biggest payload and roomier cabin, however the Nissans can legally tow more weight. The new 550 D40 has a V6 TD with heaps of power and will attract buyers wanting to tow at the heavier end of the scale however is a $60k rig and only available in 3 colours. I would suggest taking a test drive as all are good products.

Hi Michael after a lot of thought and consideration I went for a GXL Land Cruiser Ute seems to me that they are better on fuel/service etc than the rest. I checked around and could not find a slip on camper that I could live with. I own a steel fabrication business so I made my own. I showed it to the local 4wd shop and they reckon it is one of the best they have seen. Heaps of storage, double bed, room for Gen set, two 20l fuel,fridge and spare wheel, soft sides and windows flyscreened. I kept record of costs and the shop reckon I would be cheaper than most on the market, but better build. We can also change the layout to suit individual needs. Best part it will fit any tray the same size!!!

Also a discussion at THIS thread that you might like to read.