To save miles on my F-250 diesel pickup, I drive a 1997 Chevy S-10 Blazer most of the time. With 195,000 miles on it, it doesn't use any oil and still gets 22 mpg on the highway, while giving decent performance off the road and in winter conditions. But it won't last forever.

I am starting to fantasize about a new vehicle to replace it. I would like to find something as close in size, capability and performance to the Blazer as possible. Decent off road performance and fuel economy are more important to me than luxury.

What vehicles should I be considering? Thanks for any input.


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