Hi Gav,

Like Kallen, I have owned both, and even though I loved the 4.2, I wouldn't go back now, especially with the CRD being pretty reliable.

I have always owned Manuals, but I do think the Auto is a major consideration these days, and is easier to drive around town and downhill engine braking offroad is the only major deficiency - just gotta drive differently and drive through the brakes a little more. I would have considered the auto in my latest one if it happened to be the one that presented itself. My only other comment on the auto, is that it didn't seem to help you brake as much as I would have liked to see when you are slowing down to stop, so it seemed you had to use more brakes, but I am happy to be corrected by those who drive one regularly.

Depending on your budget, I would look at a CRD, to be both good at Daily Duties, and good Offroad.