1997 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX 2.8 intercooled turbo diesel
Summary:
Excellent value for money, reliable and economic
Faults:
Have had a noise from underneath car that I think is loose engine mount.
Also there is a fault with the gear jumping out of second into neutral which I think is connected to the engine mount.
No other problems.
General Comments:
This is an excellent performing, economic and reliable 4x4. It has great torque, and is good on the hills. Even on road tyres it has handled itself well off-road.
It may be not quite as refined as other 4wds, but is well built and should last for 10 + years with little problems. Despite being shed-like in experience it has good performance and excellent economy at 35mpg.
The only negative I can see is loud engine noise.
I had a 1991 Rugger before which is essentially the same vehicle, but the fourtrak is immensely better truck.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 21st August, 2006
14th Mar 2011, 10:33
35 MPG? Nobody I know reckons on getting more than 29 - 30 MPG. Can anybody else confirm 35 MPG?