Still on the look out for a SUV/4x4.
Floods here are subsiding, but suspect we will get a bit of snow next!!!
Pretty much narrowed it down to either a XC90 D5 or a X3 2.0d. The x3 is around the right size, economical(ish) but the Volvo appeals more as a comfy cruiser? I believe the x3 can be a bit harsh on ride.
I have found a few local examples for sale which I hope to test drive soon.
Other options included LR Freelander 2, Kia Sportage or Qashqai AWD. Put off by what I have read about steering arm issues on Freelander 2, but otherwise I might have given them a go. Low residual values on Kia and looks of Mk1 Qashqai have put me off them?

stay away from x3's they are riddled with faults. What about subaru forester.

They seem to get mixed reviews?
I was looking at the 2007 face lifted model???

Subaru Forester in petrol only until quite recently?

I would recommend if possible to go for a later version of the x3 as the early ones had a few problems. I like the looks of the kia sportage but have never driven one.

I've heard very good reports about the Sportage. I used to be firmly anti Kia, but since they are now owned by Hyundai the quality is far better.

Worth a test drive. You might be pleasantly surprised.

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The sportage is a cracking vehicle. Many wont look past the badge, but those that do are in for a pleasant economy influenced treat.

Hyundai also make Hyundai Tucsons too. Highly recommended

Xc 90 all the way. X3 has too many issues.

I have started to notice Kia Sportage (circa 05-07 plates) and the sibling Hyundai Tucsons about.
Neither can be described as "pretty cars", with perhaps the Kia being a tad more attractive? What struck me though, was when I came alongside one in traffic, is how surprising big they are! Somehow on their own, they look like a quite small SUVs, yet they must be actually bigger than a Tiguan or X3?
Unfortunately, for me, they do not look very modern or luxurious inside? ( I apppreciate they have each been superceeded) say compared to a Volvo XC90 (which in itself has been around a bit) but I have always thought was a nice looking vehicle as SUVs go.

Anyone know what are the key "issues" with the D5 XC60-90? Being able to do 150k miles does not seem uncommon,if looking on Autotrader or Ebay is anything to go by?
My aim would be to buy a good one with upto 80k, which looks like it has been cared for, and then keep running it for say another 80-100k miles?

The Saab has a new MOT with the rear coil having been replaced, so it's ready to go up for sale.

I think the Tucson is a grower. The twin exhaust port rear end is very nice!!

You're welcome to come and look at it if you're passing?

Yes the exhaust has a certain something