Skoda Superb

The Skoda Superb 3.6 V6 260bhp 4×4 DSG has won an award at the 2010 Towcar of the Year Awards, for the “All-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Under 1800kg category”. Last year, the Skoda Superb 2.0 TDI took the top prize in the contest.

The judges said,” The Superb feels as solid as a rock and it handles so well you can push it hard through the twisty roads with real confidence”. One of the partners on Comparecontracthire.com has an excellent special offer on contract hire on all Skoda models. If you are looking for a capable vehicle to tow a caravan or a boat then the Skoda Superb is a model to consider.

Kia Soul

The Kia Soul has won a class victory in the under £16,000, 2010 Caravan Club Towcar of the Year Awards. The entrants are tested at the Millbrook Proving Ground and the evaluations cover hill starts, acceleration, braking capability and towing ability. In addition, a team of caravan specialists then evaluate the cars in some suitability tests, in everday caravanning situations. 

The judges said, “The Kia Soul Shaker gives a spirited performance, has a usable bodyshape and promises low running costs. As a towcar for small caravans or trailer tents, Kia’s hatchback is a worthy winner”.The Kia Soul has a braked and unbraked towing capacities of 1,300 kg and 550 kg respectively, with a ball weight of 52kg.