These 4x4s still have a lot of life ahead of them before being reduced to scrap.
Very few people like to drive down the street with an old car. Sometimes, going with one of these vehicles is synonymous with being the center of attention, especially when the car makes a lot of noise, emits a lot of smoke or is visually in poor condition. Both governments and manufacturers have convinced us for years that old cars have to be taken off the road to take care of the environmentsomething that has caught on very well in society.
However, there are vehicles that, although they are already a good number of years old, continue to work like the first day. When we talk about all terrain vehiclesthings get much more fun, because many people think that 4x4s are no longer manufactured as before.
And this is what we are going to talk about in this article. If you’re thinking of buy a used SUV and you want to get a unit reliable, here we show you a list of some models to which the years have settled like good wine. Of course, before launching into the purchase of one, make sure that its previous owners have given it good maintenance, because, although we are talking about very reliable machines, there are no miracles in mechanics. Let’s go there:
Opel Frontera
Some engines of this General Motors vehicle came out so good that they still perform optimally
It was launched in the year 1992, and it is quite a survivor. Although many of them are over 30 years old, the Opel Frontera is still a fairly common vehicle in many mountain towns in our country.
The Opel Frontera was really a isuzu rodeo renowned. Not all versions of this SUV were reliable. As a general rule, the 2.3 TD and 2.5 TDS engines did not hold up as well over time as the Isuzu 2.8 TDI. The gasoline versions were the best valued, although it is also true that they consumed a lot and were not as powerful as other alternatives of the time. In any case, it’s still surprising how well this model, which had a couple of generations, has stood the test of time.
lada niva 4×4
The Lada Niva is almost a meme among motor lovers thanks to its toughness and reliability
Cars that deserve to be in the history books can be counted on the fingers of one hand. The Lada Niva is undoubtedly one of them. Born in the USSR in 1977, his goal was none other than to become something like the “Volkswagen” of the Soviet Union. A simple, reliable and cheap vehicle.
But the Niva was not limited to the Russian borders. It was exported to more than 100 countries, selling millions of units. Its success does not come from its design. It is not safe, much less comfortable. Nor is it taken very seriously to respect the environment. However, if this car has become a legend it is because of its performance, its reliability and its price. It’s also pretty amazing how few changes the vehicle has had in over 40 years.
Mitsubishi Pajero
Choosing a good Montero is as simple as finding the right engine
The Mitsubishi Montero is another 4×4 that doesn’t show wrinkles at all. Finding a unit in perfect condition can be quite difficult, since most of them already have practically 20 years. However, if you take a tour of the mountain, you will still see a few, a sign that they still have life before ending up in a scrapyard.
The 2.8 gasoline version of the second generation It has a very good reputation, although it consumed a lot. As for diesel versions, the 3.2 Di-D engine The third-generation del Montero also has rave reviews.
nissan patrol
There are still many Nissan Patrols in operation, synonymous with how well made they were
If you want to buy a reliable car, analyze what the taxi drivers are buying now. And if you want a quality SUV, take a drive around the country and see what the guys are driving. farmers.
The classic Nissan Patrol is one of those vehicles that unfortunately will not be produced again with the same quality. A practically indestructible machine with which you were not going to be afraid of getting stuck in the mud or on a very steep slope.
Finding a second-hand one on a buying and selling website is still possible. Many of them exceed the figure of 250,000 kilometers. However, if they have held up well, you can consider them to be just the shoot.
jeep grand cherokee
Iconic, reliable and very expensive. This was the first Grand Cherokee
This American never quite caught on in Europe, but we must admit that as long as we ignore its diesel versions, the first two generations They came out of this SUV pretty good.
In our continent, the units that are sold of this vehicle are usually seen at quite low prices. The 8-cylinder versions are very reliable, so you can already imagine why sold at low prices. And it is that, if you catch the Grand Cherokee, you will not need to buy another SUV in life. Of course, you are going to accumulate a lot of loyalty points in your trusted gas station, because it eats more than a new lime.
Subaru Forester
Very few units of the original Forester were sold in Spain, but it perfectly meets what we are looking for
Although it was not conceived as an SUV to use, the Forester of first generation It has everything it takes to be on this list. It had a gearbox and a boxer engine that has shown over the years to have supernatural toughness.
This Subaru does not stand out for its aesthetics, and it was not a very sold car either. It was only sold in gasoline versionsso if you find one in good condition, don’t think too much about it.
Seat / Fiat Panda 4×4
Few SUVs are as iconic as the Panda 4×4 Seat in Filming
The Panda is one of those relics that very few are willing to let go of. It was a humble vehicle, but no less interesting for that. Its strong point is not technology, but its weight. And it is that, being so light, the Four-wheel drive allow this classic to move on terrain of all kinds.
Finding a unit of the Panda 4×4 is not entirely impossible, although some can command quite high prices. Regarding reliability, it is a pretty basic carmaking it less prone to breakdowns than much more modern vehicles.
toyota hilux
The Toyota Hilux has become a legend of the Japanese brand
The original Toyota Hilux did not have four-wheel drive. In fact, those who tried it at the time said that there was nothing special about it. Over the generations, the pickup from the Japanese brand has become a versatile vehicle and also a synonymous with quality.
Although the current models of this pickup are still very good, the third and fourth generation versions They are the ones that have best endured the passing of the years. In fact, the Top Gear presenters tried to destroy the 90s pickup in one of their programs without success, which gives us an idea of the quality of this vehicle. That unit they used in the show has become a unique and exclusive model, but we can guarantee that the rest of the units from that time were just as tough.