kody Posted January 26, 2015 Report Share Posted January 26, 2015 which would you go for views please Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neil82 Posted January 26, 2015 Report Share Posted January 26, 2015 (edited) bit more metal on an x-trail, suzie`s tend to be a bit thin and prone to rust, wheel bearings and rusted solid rear calliper sliders are the main faults I used to fix when in a Nissan dealer, so much drag through the transmission tracing a worn bearing used to be a pain, used to get them wheels free on a ramp and run them up to about 60mph whilst some one listened underneath, and make sure if you look at a Nissan the fuel filler neck has been replaced (warranty job on the older models) Edited January 26, 2015 by neil82 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kody Posted January 26, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 26, 2015 bit more metal on an x-trail, suzie`s tend to be a bit thin and prone to rust, wheel bearings and rusted solid rear calliper sliders are the main faults I used to fix when in a Nissan dealer, so much drag through the transmission tracing a worn bearing used to be a pain, used to get them wheels free on a ramp and run them up to about 60mph whilst some one listened underneath, and make sure if you look at a Nissan the fuel filler neck has been replaced (warranty job on the older models) i do know that the front wings on the xtrail are plastic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigmcg Posted January 26, 2015 Report Share Posted January 26, 2015 X-trail I used to have one on a 56 plate, had to sell it when I got a company car and really wish I'd kept it, cracking motor Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westley Posted January 26, 2015 Report Share Posted January 26, 2015 I have had both, Suzuki diesel was the 2.0ltr engine version. Economic, nippy but a bit noisy. Excellent off road and a low box too. Just never got stuck. Never needed any major work in the 2 years that I had the vehicle. Downside :- No boot space with rear seats up, so basically a 2 seater. The rear floor is not flat so had to make wood base for dog box to sit on. Spare wheel on back door was handy too. I only sold the Suzuki because I had a good deal on the X Trail. Nissan X Trail, 2.2 diesel. Great vehicle on road, limited ground clearance, caused the odd stuck problem, but usually able to reverse out of trouble. No low range and auto 4WD. Totally flat rear load space when seats folded, some under floor storage, BUT spare wheel under floor, so dog and dog box out if you got a flat tyre.. With dog box in and rear seat folded, good access to remaining load space via side doors. (for putting guns in and out etc). Rear seats would still remain up with dog box in, so good load space. Massive sunroof for lamping too. I was advised by a mechanic to use Slick 50 in oil at service. This meant no problem with the Turbo overheating. Sold the X Trail 4 years ago and still see new owner. Now on 130,000 and still going strong with no major bills, apart from new front discs. My choice would be X Trail, but I probably only do 80/20 % on/off road. If I was doing some serious off roading, it would have to be the Suzuki, but on road the ride is a bit 'bouncy'. For the last 4 years I have had a CRV and as a road vehicle it has been the best so far, but so many little design faults, as a shooting vehicle I would not recommend BUT, I have yet to get it stuck. If I can help any further, PM me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pastiebap Posted January 26, 2015 Report Share Posted January 26, 2015 I have a diesel Suzuki, recentlt replaced my petrol Suzuki, can't complain about them. Never owned an Xtrail, but a few friends have, and don't have a bad word to say about them. Whatever you choose you'll get a good car, I would say best thing is to get behind the wheel of each and see how they feel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
39TDS Posted January 26, 2015 Report Share Posted January 26, 2015 (edited) I have an X-trail, nice car but forever breaking something. If I ever did get another it would have to be sub 100k miles. Edited January 26, 2015 by 39TDS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kody Posted January 27, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 27, 2015 I have had both, Suzuki diesel was the 2.0ltr engine version. Economic, nippy but a bit noisy. Excellent off road and a low box too. Just never got stuck. Never needed any major work in the 2 years that I had the vehicle. Downside :- No boot space with rear seats up, so basically a 2 seater. The rear floor is not flat so had to make wood base for dog box to sit on. Spare wheel on back door was handy too. I only sold the Suzuki because I had a good deal on the X Trail. Nissan X Trail, 2.2 diesel. Great vehicle on road, limited ground clearance, caused the odd stuck problem, but usually able to reverse out of trouble. No low range and auto 4WD. Totally flat rear load space when seats folded, some under floor storage, BUT spare wheel under floor, so dog and dog box out if you got a flat tyre.. With dog box in and rear seat folded, good access to remaining load space via side doors. (for putting guns in and out etc). Rear seats would still remain up with dog box in, so good load space. Massive sunroof for lamping too. I was advised by a mechanic to use Slick 50 in oil at service. This meant no problem with the Turbo overheating. Sold the X Trail 4 years ago and still see new owner. Now on 130,000 and still going strong with no major bills, apart from new front discs. My choice would be X Trail, but I probably only do 80/20 % on/off road. If I was doing some serious off roading, it would have to be the Suzuki, but on road the ride is a bit 'bouncy'. For the last 4 years I have had a CRV and as a road vehicle it has been the best so far, but so many little design faults, as a shooting vehicle I would not recommend BUT, I have yet to get it stuck. If I can help any further, PM me. thanks for that there is a vitara a few miles down the road from me so i will test drive it see hoe it goes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kody Posted January 27, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 27, 2015 a suzuki vitara diesle 04 plate full history new tyres 110 thousand mileson clock for £3.395 how does that sound Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
postie Posted January 27, 2015 Report Share Posted January 27, 2015 (edited) I have a 06 plate and it great I Use it for everything you can get all your pigeon gear in back with dog have had no trouble going across fields.it pulls my big caravan with plenty to spare Can get five men and all our shooting gear in back on away day clay shooting bit of squeeze in back So if it's space you need there's plenty had it five years no trouble Edited January 27, 2015 by postie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuji Shooter Posted January 27, 2015 Report Share Posted January 27, 2015 I have a Grand Vitara 2.0 Petrol sat on the drive - 70K on the clock and it looks brand new. Its a fantastic car but I take the Land Rover do it never gets used. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dessyb Posted January 27, 2015 Report Share Posted January 27, 2015 i had a suzuki vitara gobbled fuel now got a2014 xtrail cannot fault it great on fuel not got stuck yet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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