I have 2000 GXL - manual - turbo diesel. Had it 4 years & done 70000 kms with no issues - including a fair bit on outback road pulling a 1.5T offroad camper trailer (Kimberly). It's now done 260000kms. We have just retired and reckon we could enjoy this stuff for another 10 years. Usage estimate - another 150000 kms. We are wondering if we should sell and get a later model. I have 2 questions.
Q1. What significant maintenance could I expect in that 10 years as we approach and go over the 400K mark ? Another timing belt is due now - not a big issue. Clutch? Engine? Injectors? Other?
Q1. The car runs well but struggles when towing the trailer at 95 kmh up long hills. Furthermore I generally tow at around 95 kmh and the fuel economy is pretty ordinary 14-15 kms/100 L. Anything faster is worse. I get 12 when not towing. Is there any maintenance I could do or change/feature I could add to improve power on the hills and economy when towing? While I haven't driven a later model, I'm lead to believe they have more power and slightly better fuel economy.
Thanks in anticipation. Frank.
Q1. What significant maintenance could I expect in that 10 years as we approach and go over the 400K mark ? Another timing belt is due now - not a big issue. Clutch? Engine? Injectors? Other?
Q1. The car runs well but struggles when towing the trailer at 95 kmh up long hills. Furthermore I generally tow at around 95 kmh and the fuel economy is pretty ordinary 14-15 kms/100 L. Anything faster is worse. I get 12 when not towing. Is there any maintenance I could do or change/feature I could add to improve power on the hills and economy when towing? While I haven't driven a later model, I'm lead to believe they have more power and slightly better fuel economy.
Thanks in anticipation. Frank.
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