Thinking of Changing The Tug

[Chaz]

I am thinking about changing my 2003 Terrano 2.7 LWB. I am torn between either getting another Terrano most likley a 2005, or an Xtrail. I have had my Terrano for 4 years and got it mainly for towing the caravan and must say been well pleased with it great for towing, only had minor problems ie Drop Links, Drive Shaft CV Boots nothing major. A few people I have met on campsites with 2.7 Terrano's have said as long as you change the oil, filter etc they will plod on for ever. Are the 3.0 litre engine as good ?

Can anyone give me advice on the XTrail. I like the look of them but I did hear that they had some problems with engine's on certain years French Engines I think, and to keep away from them. I would be looking for a 2004/5 model.
and again use it to and from work and for towing caravan.

What I want to know
Is the Xtrail as reliable as the Terrano
Are they good for towing
Any common faults

As with all motors they all have there common faults.

Any advice would be appreciated

Chaz