Is220D As A Towcar?

[Captain Kipper]

Hi all

Newbie so be gentle :)

I currently drive a Honda Civic 1.8 petrol towing a Bailey Caravan weighing about 1140KG fully loaded.

I am currently looking at changing to a Diesel for obvious reasons.

I have so far tested a Honda CRV 2.2 CDTI, I really didn't like it, felt like driving a bus.

Secondly I drove a Honda Accord 2.2 EX D-Tec, much better and maybe a possible Tow car.

I was then contemplating a BMW 320D but after reading round I came across the Lexus IS220D, a much better looking car and makes the 3 series look old fashioned.

I understand it has some issues, 5th injector, EGR valve and cylinder head gaskets sometimes leaking and 6th gear being too tall.

Have I missed anything?

So would the 220D make a good Tow car?

Is there a particular year that I should go for that has had the bugs ironed out?

I have Budget of 14k max and would like to purchase one from a Lexus dealer.

So would you recommend one as a Tow Car?

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[Ray s]

Economy would be shocking

[Captain Kipper]

Economy would be shocking

That's the worry, might be worth considering the petrol :0

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[Shepherd]

I'd stick to Honda Accord diesel in EX trim , I hear it's the best Japanese diesel out there.

[jayt13]

quiet right the IS does make the 3 series look old fashion also for the value of the car you don't get much tech.