Which ute?

Submitted: Tuesday, Dec 18, 2012 at 21:13

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kcandco

Hi
I am looking to buy a diesel ute for towing A Van at about 1 tonne and general use. There is a 2009 D22 MY2009 DX model available locally with 40 000k on it. I like the idea of a limited slip diff and it appears to have better fuel economy than the competitors ie hilux, ranger and BT50, although less torque. I recently towed with a 2011 hilux 3 litre turbo diesel and was quite impressed with that. However they dont seem to have lsd, which i think is handy for bush tracks etc especially when towing. I dont want to go to 4wd because of the cost of buying and then upkeep/fuel. I currently have a 4wd that rarely gets used. My budget is about $20000. Opinions on the utes would be appreciated. What are their problems and are the fuel consumption figures for the D22 realistic (6.5 hway, 8.8 town).

Thanks Kc

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Reply By: member - mazcan - Tuesday, Dec 18, 2012 at 21:20

Tuesday, Dec 18, 2012 at 21:20

hi
buy a great wall diesel you'l never get over how cheap it is and it should tow a tonne

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Follow Up By: kcandco - Tuesday, Dec 18, 2012 at 21:38

Tuesday, Dec 18, 2012 at 21:38

I have considered that but people keep telling me it would be a bad move. Locally I can get a new diesel dual cab for about $23000. Power and torque figures look ok at Power 105kW @ 4000rpm Torque 310Nm @ 1800-2800rpm. Also a 6 speed manual! I am worried about how quickly they drop in value and quality issues.

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Follow Up By: madfisher - Tuesday, Dec 18, 2012 at 22:44

Tuesday, Dec 18, 2012 at 22:44

KC the local great wall dealer is having heaps of troubles, and not getting much back up from great wall . Clancy motors are thinking of giving them the flick.
Cheers Pete

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