Seeing as you are in Spain I'd recommend a SEAT Toledo, or perhaps a larger car in their range. They build them in Spain so they are made for the conditions there, and spare parts and finding mechanics will be no problem either. Also, they have some very good diesel versions and they actually go quite well. I drive a Toledo 1.8 diesel here in the Czech Republic and it was fine even in the Tatra mountains in Slovakia. Only uses 4.5 litre per 100 km (about 55mpg) on the highway when cruising at around 120 kph, which is very good indeed. In the mountains you'll use a bit more fuel, but I'd say 40-45 mpg is doable.
The modern diesel cars have ultra-clean motors so don't worry about pollution; that problem is pretty well taken care of in respect of cars. And they're very reliable.
And no -- I don't own shares in the company! But I wish I did :)
2006-11-11 04:42:05
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answered by Lenky 4
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The Ford Escape hybrid, for example, has been rumored to be sluggish in mountain driving. Yet, a hybrid Escape owner told me that he, "SURPASSED the EPA rating of 31 MPG highway. Over 400 miles of mountain driving I averaged 34 MPG at speeds between 65 and 80 MPH."
34 mpg during mountain driving, in a SUV? Are you kidding me? Those are awesome numbers. Ford and Toyota deserve kudos for that - since Ford leases Toyota's hybrid technology. This too should bode well for the Lexus RX400h hybrid and Toyota Highlander hybrid SUVs.
2006-11-11 04:35:38
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answered by Anonymous
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You need to make the change to a high-torque diesel engine that won't be revving it's nuts off trying to climb steep gradients. Try a BMW Diesel, or if you want ultimate reliability, a Japanese diesel, such as the new Honda CDTI.
2006-11-11 04:41:06
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answered by Phish 5
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Subaru Legacy
2006-11-11 05:51:24
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answered by SKYDOGSLIM 6
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Volkswagen Jetta diesel. I even have owned 2 of those and could fortuitously purchase yet another. they're somewhat low-fee, gentle and good. The engine is merely approximately indestructable, given sturdy maintenance. They cope with excellently and have sufficient potential to handle mountains (acceptable with supercharged engine). of direction, in case you prefer to spend the money, any of the Mercedes diesels will do the trick.
2016-10-17 03:28:07
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answered by ? 4
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Your best bet would be a Saab or one of the larger VWs. Very economical but still has that 'executive' look that you're after.
2006-11-11 04:35:44
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answered by Jimbobarino 4
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You can't have it both ways. If the vehicle is going to have the power available to handle the mountains and extra people, it will not get the gas mileage you want.
2006-11-11 04:29:19
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answered by Anonymous
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subaru wrx, mistubishi lancer rs, those are the best because you can find parts to make them even more fuel economic than they already are. plus they are fun to drive as well.
2006-11-11 04:31:38
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answered by tom_mcmullen06 2
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kia sedona
7 Flexible seats
Twin sliding rear doors
Tri-zone controlled air-conditioning
CD audio with MP3 player
2006-11-11 04:38:27
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answered by devodo99 1
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get some donkeys
2006-11-11 04:28:58
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answered by Anonymous
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