Towcar of the Year Awards 2027

Towcar of the Year Awards 2027

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The ŠKODA Superb Estate SE L 2.0 TDI 193PS DSG 4x4 has taken top honours and been crowned Caravan and Motorhome Club Towcar of the Year 2027, along with scooping wins in two other categories: Caravan weight 1600kg - 1700kg and Family Towcars.

The ŠKODA Superb Estate impressed the judges with its wonderfully smooth ride, effortless driveability and high levels of comfort. Its suspension did an excellent job of absorbing the undulations transmitted from the caravan, helping to deliver a composed and reassuring towing experience. The judges concluded that the ŠKODA Superb Estate continues to set the benchmark for what makes a great towcar.

Caravan and Motorhome Club Towcar of the Year, the leisure vehicle industry’s original and longest-standing towcar testing awards, saw 42 high-quality entrants put through their paces at the world-class UTAC Millbrook Proving Ground testing facility in Bedfordshire.

 

Caravan and Motorhome Club Towcar of the Year 2027

Rather than being listed by price, the vehicles were split into categories by caravan weight – making it easier for potential buyers to evaluate which cars can tow their caravans. There were also special award categories for Pick-Up Towcars, Family Towcars, Large Family Towcars, Electric Towcars, Hybrid Towcars and Luxury Towcars.

 

ŠKODA Superb Estate SE L 2.0 TDI 193PS DSG 4x4

Overall winner:
Caravan and Motorhome Club Towcar of the Year 2027

 

Judges' comments:

"In a 2.0-litre TDI four-wheel drive guise, the Superb romped off with the win as it ticked every single box. It makes light work of towing, remains calm and controlled, it has gutsy diesel power, excellent ride quality, four-wheel drive traction, class-leading boot space and it’s engaging enough to drive whilst remaining refined, the list goes on... It's a hugely accomplished towcar."

Estate, ŠKODA, retractable

Performance

  • Number of cylinders: 4
  • Size of engine in cc: 1968
  • Number of gears / gearbox: 7 / Auto DSG
  • Fuel: Diesel
  • Drive Train: All Wheel Drive
  • Power (bhp@rpm): 190 @ 3500-4200
  • Torque (lb/ft@rpm): 295 @ 1750-3250
  • Towing acceleration 0-60mph: 15.41s
  • Towing acceleration 40-60mph: 8.15s
  • Towing deceleration 60mph-0: 57.4m
  • CO2 g/km: 155

Weights

  • Kerbweight (including driver) (kg): 1935
  • Gross vehicle (kg): 2320
  • Caravan (kg): 1645
  • Noseweight (kg): 90
  • Roof Load (kg): 100

Pricing

  • Price range of vehicle: £38,135-£51,390
  • £ (price as tested) includes £1,260 towing gear charges: £47,455
  • Insurance group: 30
  • ISOFIX Mountings: 2

Read more about the ŠKODA Superb.

Check with your local Skoda dealer for the latest prices and availability.

Class Winners

MINI Countryman John Cooper Works static

MINI Countryman John Cooper Works

Class winner:
Caravan weight under 1100kg

 

Judges' comments:

"This is a car that is genuinely fun to drive – with precise steering, a muscular 296bhp, and an agile chassis – and it shows a towcar for a lighter caravan doesn't have to be dull."

SUV, MINI retractable

Performance

  • Number of cylinders: 4
  • Size of engine in cc: 1998
  • Number of gears / gearbox: 7 Auto DCT
  • Fuel: Petrol
  • Drive Train: All Wheel Drive
  • Power (bhp@rpm): 296 @ 5,750
  • Torque (lb/ft@rpm): 295 @ 2,000 – 4,500
  • Towing acceleration 0-60mph: 9.28s
  • Towing acceleration 40-60mph: 12.45s
  • Towing deceleration 60mph-0: 53.54m
  • CO2 g/km: 180

Weights for towing

  • Kerbweight (including driver) (kg): 1735
  • Gross vehicle (kg): 2235
  • Caravan (kg): 750
  • Noseweight (kg): 80
  • Roof Load (kg): 75

Pricing

  • Price range of vehicle: £29,345 - £44,030
  • £ (price as tested) includes £1,000 towing gear charges: £45,030
  • Insurance group: 30E
  • ISOFIX Mountings: 3
  • NCAP safety rating: Five

Read more about the MINI Countryman John Cooper Works.

Check with your local MINI Retailer for the latest prices and availability.

Volkswagen T-Roc R-Line 1.5 eTSI 150PS 7spd DSG

Class winner:
Caravan weight 1100kg - 1400kg

 

Judges' comments:

"This stylish SUV has long impressed caravanners, and the latest model continues this. The car tested here used VW's perennial 1.5-litre mild-hybrid petrol engine which really shone in the T-Roc. There was more than enough power for hill starts, and the car handles well with good refinement."

Hatchback, Volkswagen, retractable

Performance

  • Number of cylinders: 4
  • Size of engine in cc: 1498
  • Number of gears / gearbox: 7 / Auto DSG
  • Fuel: Hybrid
  • Drive Train: Front Wheel Drive
  • Power (bhp@rpm): 147 @ 5000-6000
  • Torque (lb/ft@rpm): 184 @ 1500-3000
  • Towing acceleration 0-60mph: 17.59s
  • Towing acceleration 40-60mph: 9.63s
  • Towing deceleration 60mph-0: 49.68m
  • CO2 g/km: 128

Weights for towing

  • Kerbweight (including driver) (kg): 1474
  • Gross vehicle (kg): 1980
  • Caravan (kg): 1253
  • Noseweight (kg): 80
  • Roof Load (kg): 75

Pricing

  • Price range of vehicle: £31,635 - £38,935
  • £ (price as tested) includes £830 towing gear charges: £40,640
  • Insurance group: 20
  • ISOFIX Mountings: 3

Read more about the  Volkswagen T-Roc R-Line 1.5 eTSI 150PS 7spd DSG.

Check with your local Volkswagen retailer for the latest prices and availability.

Volvo XC40 B4 Mild Hybrid FWD Plus Pro static

Volvo XC40 B4 Mild Hybrid FWD Plus Pro

Class winner:
Caravan weight 1400kg - 1500kg

Judges' comments:

"The XC40 is still a highly appealing car. It's good to drive, spacious and practical, garnished with a load of Swedish cool. The 2.0-litre, mild-hybrid petrol engine delivered great pulling power, while remaining hushed for the most part with supportive seats and well-tuned suspension which gave a comfortable ride."

SUV, Volvo, retractable

Performance

  • Number of cylinders: 4
  • Size of engine in cc: 1969
  • Number of gears / gearbox: 7 / Auto Torque converter
  • Fuel: Petrol
  • Drive Train: Front Wheel drive
  • Power (bhp@rpm): 200 @ 4750-5250rpm
  • Torque (lb/ft@rpm): 221 @ 1500-4500rpm
  • Towing acceleration 0-60mph: 15.44s
  • Towing acceleration 40-60mph: 8.23s
  • Towing deceleration 60mph-0: 52.33m
  • CO2 g/km: 150

Weights for towin

  • Kerbweight (including driver) (kg): 1688
  • Gross vehicle (kg): 2220
  • Caravan (kg): 1435
  • Noseweight (kg): 100
  • Roof Load (kg): 75

Pricing

  • Price range of vehicle: £36,860-£47,360
  • £ (price as tested) includes £1,500 towing gear charges: £45,410
  • Insurance group: 25E
  • ISOFIX Mountings: 4

Read more about the Volvo XC40 B4 Mild Hybrid FWD Plus Pro.

Check with your local Volvo retailer for the latest prices and availability.

Toyota bZ4X Touring AWD

Class winner:
Caravan weight 1500kg - 1600kg

 

Judges' comments:

"Despite its unassuming looks, the bZ4X Touring is a very quick car – it completed the 0-60mph test in just 7.55 seconds when hitched, meaning it has performance comparable with far more expensive cars. Braking was impressively controlled, and the car handled very well – agile but stable."

SUV, Brink, detachable

Performance

  • Number of motors: Two
  • Total maximum power (kW): 280
  • Drive Train: All wheel drive
  • Power (bhp): 380
  • Torque (lb/ft): 396
  • Towing acceleration 0-60mph: 7.55s
  • Towing acceleration 40-60mph: 4.17s
  • Towing deceleration 60mph-0: 52.09m
  • CO2 g/km: 0

Weights for towing

  • Kerbweight (including driver) (kg): 2100
  • Gross vehicle (kg): 2560
  • Caravan (kg): 1500
  • Noseweight (kg): 150
  • Roof load (kg): 80

Pricing

  • Price range of vehicle: £44,495-£52,395
  • £ (price as tested) includes £749 towing gear charges: £53,144
  • Insurance group: 41
  • ISOFIX Mountings: 2
  • NCAP safety rating: Five

Read more about the Toyota bZ4X Touring.

Check with your local Toyota dealer for the latest prices and availability.

ŠKODA Superb Estate SE L 2.0 TDI 193PS DSG 4x4

Class winner:
Caravan weight 1600kg - 1700kg

 

Judges' comments:

"In a 2.0-litre TDI four-wheel drive guise, the Superb romped off with the win as it ticked every single box. It makes light work of towing, remains calm and controlled, it has gutsy diesel power, excellent ride quality, four-wheel drive traction, class-leading boot space and it’s engaging enough to drive whilst remaining refined, the list goes on... It's a hugely accomplished towcar. "

Estate, ŠKODA, retractable

Performance

  • Number of cylinders: 4
  • Size of engine in cc: 1968
  • Number of gears / gearbox: 7 / Auto DSG
  • Fuel: Diesel
  • Drive Train: All Wheel Drive
  • Power (bhp@rpm): 190 @ 3500-4200
  • Torque (lb/ft@rpm): 295 @ 1750-3250
  • Towing acceleration 0-60mph: 15.41s
  • Towing acceleration 40-60mph: 8.15s
  • Towing deceleration 60mph-0: 57.4m
  • CO2 g/km: 155

Weights

  • Kerbweight (including driver) (kg): 1935
  • Gross vehicle (kg): 2320
  • Caravan (kg): 1645
  • Noseweight (kg): 90
  • Roof Load (kg): 100

Pricing

  • Price range of vehicle: £38,135-£51,390
  • £ (price as tested) includes £1,260 towing gear charges: £47,455
  • Insurance group: 30
  • ISOFIX Mountings: 2

Read more about the ŠKODA Superb.

Check with your local Skoda dealer for the latest prices and availability.

 

ŠKODA Kodiaq IV Sportline 1.5 TSI 204PS DSG static

ŠKODA Kodiaq IV Sportline 1.5 TSI 204PS DSG

Class winner:
Caravan weight 1700kg - 1800kg

 

Judges' comments:

"A popular vehicle on Club campsites, tested here in plug-in hybrid form, the Kodiaq had decent acceleration – particularly in our 40-60mph acceleration test – while braking outperformed many other entrants and it remained stable and controlled. Add in a comfortable interior, excellent visibility and door large mirrors, and it was an easy decision to make it our class winner."

SUV, ŠKODA, retractable

Performance

  • Number of cylinders: 4
  • Size of engine in cc: 1498
  • Number of gears / gearbox: 6 / Auto DSG
  • Fuel: Petrol hybrid
  • Drive Train: Front wheel drive
  • Power (bhp@rpm): 147 @ 5000-6000 (Petrol) 201 (combined System output)
  • Torque (lb/ft@rpm): 184 @1500-4000 (Petrol) 258 (combined system output)
  • Towing acceleration 0-60mph: 16.04s
  • Towing acceleration 40-60mph: 8.08s
  • Towing deceleration 60mph-0: 48.53m
  • CO2 g/km: 40

Weights for towing

  • Kerbweight (including driver) (kg): 2083
  • Gross vehicle (kg): 2430
  • Caravan (kg): 1771
  • Noseweight (kg): 100
  • Roof Load (kg): 75

Pricing

  • Price range of vehicle: £39,045 - £54,655
  • £ (price as tested) includes £1,325 towing gear charges: £48,845
  • Insurance group: 27
  • ISOFIX Mountings: 2

Read more about the ŠKODA Kodiaq IV Sportline 1.5 TSI 204PS DSG.

Check with your local ŠKODA dealer for the latest prices and availability.

Volkswagen Touareg Final Edition 3.0 TDI 4MOTION 286PS Tiptronic

Class winner:
Caravan weight 1800kg - 2000kg

 

Judges' comments:

"A really refined and smooth car to drive that seemed well capable of covering lots of miles."

SUV, ACPS, retractable

Performance

  • Number of cylinders: 6
  • Size of engine in cc: 2967
  • Number of gears / gearbox: 8 / Auto Tiptronic
  • Fuel: Diesel
  • Drive Train: All wheel drive
  • Power (bhp@rpm): 282 @ 5000 to 6000
  • Torque (lb/ft@rpm): 443 @ 1750 to 3250
  • Towing acceleration 0-60mph: 12.09s
  • Towing acceleration 40-60mph: 5.91s
  • Towing deceleration 60mph-0: 47.15m
  • CO2 g/km: 223

Weights for towing

  • Kerbweight (including driver) (kg): 2122
  • Gross vehicle (kg): 2850
  • Caravan (kg): 1804
  • Noseweight (kg): 140
  • Roof Load (kg): 100

Pricing

  • Price range of vehicle: £71,715 - £82,965
  • £ (price as tested) includes towing gear charges as standard: £72,655
  • Insurance group: 48E
  • ISOFIX Mountings: 2

Read more about the Volkswagen Touareg Final Edition 3.0 TDI 4MOTION 286PS tiptronic.

Check with your local Volkswagen dealer for the latest prices and availability.

BMW iX3 50 xDrive M Sport Pro

Class winner:
Caravan weight over 2000kg

 

Judges' comments:

"Confident, concise and collected, the iX3 inspired complete confidence from behind the wheel when towing."

SAV, OEM, retractable

Performance

  • Number of motors: Two
  • Total maximum power (kW): 345
  • Drive Train: All wheel drive
  • Power (bhp): 469
  • Torque (lb/ft): 476
  • Towing acceleration 0-60mph: 8.65s
  • Towing acceleration 40-60mph: 3.58s
  • Towing deceleration 60mph-0: 46.65m
  • CO2 g/km: 0

Weights for towing

  • Kerbweight (including driver) (kg): 2360
  • Gross vehicle (kg): 2825
  • Caravan (kg): 2000
  • Noseweight (kg): 80
  • Roof load (kg): 75

Pricing

  • Price range of vehicle: £53,250 - £67,030
  • £ (price as tested) includes £1,050 towing gear charges: £66,100
  • Insurance group: 43
  • ISOFIX Mountings: 2
  • NCAP safety rating: Five

Read more about the BMW iX3 50 xDrive M Sport Pro.

Check with your local BMW dealer for the latest prices and availability.

BMW iX3 50 xDrive M Sport Pro

Class winner:
Electric Towcar

 

Judges' comments:

"Confident, concise and collected, the iX3 inspired complete confidence from behind the wheel when towing."

SAV, OEM, retractable

Performance

  • Number of motors: Two
  • Total maximum power (kW): 345
  • Drive Train: All wheel drive
  • Power (bhp): 469
  • Torque (lb/ft): 476
  • Towing acceleration 0-60mph: 8.65s
  • Towing acceleration 40-60mph: 3.58s
  • Towing deceleration 60mph-0: 46.65m
  • CO2 g/km: 0

Weights for towing

  • Kerbweight (including driver) (kg): 2360
  • Gross vehicle (kg): 2825
  • Caravan (kg): 2000
  • Noseweight (kg): 80
  • Roof load (kg): 75

Pricing

  • Price range of vehicle: £53,250 - £67,030
  • £ (price as tested) includes £1,050 towing gear charges: £66,100
  • Insurance group: 43
  • ISOFIX Mountings: 2
  • NCAP safety rating: Five

Read more about the BMW iX3 50 xDrive M Sport Pro.

Check with your local BMW dealer for the latest prices and availability.

Volvo XC60 T6 Plug-in Hybrid AWD Plus

Class winner:
Hybrid Towcar

 

Judges' comments:

"A cracking towcar. Just as good at reversing, too."

SUV, Volvo retractable

Performance

  • Number of cylinders: 4
  • Size of engine in cc: 1969
  • Number of gears / gearbox: 8 / Automatic Torque Converter
  • Fuel:Petrol Hybrid
  • Drive Train: All Wheel Drive
  • Power (bhp@rpm): 181bhp @ 1800-4500rpm (petrol); 158bhp @ full revrange (electric motor)
  • Torque (lb/ft@rpm): 207lb-ft @ 2000-4500rpm (petrol engine); 228lb-ft @ full rev range (electric motor)
  • Towing acceleration 0-60mph: 10.46s
  • Towing acceleration 40-60mph: 10.83s
  • Towing deceleration 60mph-0: 45.69m
  • CO2 g/km: 21

Weights for towing

  • Kerbweight (including driver) (kg): 2150
  • Gross vehicle (kg): 2660
  • Caravan (kg): 1828
  • Noseweight (kg): 100
  • Roof Load (kg): 100

Pricing

  • Price range of vehicle: £49,860 - £71,865
  • £ (price as tested) includes £1550 towing gear charges: £64,610
  • Insurance group: 40E
  • ISOFIX Mountings: 4

Read more about the Volvo XC60 T6 Plug-in Hybrid AWD Plus.

Check with your local Volvo dealer for the latest prices and availability.

ŠKODA Superb Estate SE L 2.0 TDI 193PS DSG 4x4

Class winner:
Family Towcar

 

Judges' comments:

"In a 2.0-litre TDI four-wheel drive guise, the Superb romped off with the win as it ticked every single box. It makes light work of towing, remains calm and controlled, it has gutsy diesel power, excellent ride quality, four-wheel drive traction, class-leading boot space and it’s engaging enough to drive whilst remaining refined, the list goes on... It's a hugely accomplished towcar. "

Estate, ŠKODA, retractable

Performance

  • Number of cylinders: 4
  • Size of engine in cc: 1968
  • Number of gears / gearbox: 7 / Auto DSG
  • Fuel: Diesel
  • Drive Train: All Wheel Drive
  • Power (bhp@rpm): 190 @ 3500-4200
  • Torque (lb/ft@rpm): 295 @ 1750-3250
  • Towing acceleration 0-60mph: 15.41s
  • Towing acceleration 40-60mph: 8.15s
  • Towing deceleration 60mph-0: 57.4m
  • CO2 g/km: 155

Weights

  • Kerbweight (including driver) (kg): 1935
  • Gross vehicle (kg): 2320
  • Caravan (kg): 1645
  • Noseweight (kg): 90
  • Roof Load (kg): 100

Pricing

  • Price range of vehicle: £38,135-£51,390
  • £ (price as tested) includes £1,260 towing gear charges: £47,455
  • Insurance group: 30
  • ISOFIX Mountings: 2

Read more about the ŠKODA Superb.

Check with your local Skoda dealer for the latest prices and availability.

Volvo XC90 T8 Plug-in Hybrid AWD Plus Pro

Class winner:
Large Family Towcar

 

Judges' comments:

"The XC90 just feels like the perfect vehicle for a long journey. Comfortable seats, acres of legroom and great all-round visibility."

SUV, Volvo, retractable

Performance

  • Number of cylinders: 4
  • Size of engine in cc: 1969
  • Number of gears / gearbox: 8 / Auto Torque Converter
  • Fuel: Petrol Hybrid
  • Drive Train: All Wheel Drive
  • Power (bhp@rpm): 253 @ 2000-4500 (ICE); 158bhp @ full rev range (electric motor)
  • Torque (lb/ft@rpm): 266 @ 2000-4500 (petrol engine); 228 @ full rev range (electric motor)
  • Towing acceleration 0-60mph: 10.03s
  • Towing acceleration 40-60mph: 10.83
  • Towing deceleration 60mph-0: 45.69m
  • CO2 g/km: 30

Weights for towing

  • Kerbweight (including driver) (kg): 2350
  • Gross vehicle (kg): 2950
  • Caravan (kg): 1998
  • Noseweight (kg): 110
  • Roof Load (kg): 100

Pricing

  • Price range of vehicle: £66,270 - £87,765
  • £ (price as tested) includes £1,600 towing gear charges: £83,360
  • Insurance group: 43E
  • ISOFIX Mountings: 4

Read more about the Volvo XC90 T8 Plug-in Hybrid AWD Plus Pro.

Check with your local Volvo retailer for the latest prices and availability.

INEOS Grenadier Quartermaster static

INEOS Grenadier Quartermaster

Class winner:
Pick-Up Towcar

 

Judges' comments:

"There's no doubting that if you want a tough pick-up that can tow supremely, the Quartermaster is unmatched."

Pick-Up, INEOS, fixed

Performance

  • Number of cylinders: 6
  • Size of engine in cc: 3000
  • Number of gears / gearbox: 8 / automatic ZF torque converter
  • Fuel: Diesel
  • Drive Train: All Wheel Drive
  • Power (bhp@rpm): 245 @ 3250-4200
  • Torque (lb/ft@rpm):406 @ 1250-3000
  • Towing acceleration 0-60mph: 18.28s
  • Towing acceleration 40-60mph: 9.95s
  • Towing deceleration 60mph-0: 54.56
  • CO2 g/km: 286

Weights for towing

  • Kerbweight (including driver) (kg): 2815
  • Gross vehicle (kg): 3500
  • Caravan (kg): 2393
  • Noseweight (kg): 350
  • Roof Load (kg): 375

Pricing

  • Price range of vehicle: £66,215 - £75,139
  • £ (price as tested) includes £630 towing gear charges: £71,495
  • Insurance group: 50
  • ISOFIX Mountings: 2

Read more about the INEOS Grenadier Quartermaster.

Check with your local INEOS retailer for the latest prices and availability.

Bentley Bentayga EWB Atelier Edition

Class winner:
Luxury Towcar

 

Judges' comments:

"It’s regal and refined and the Bentayga takes so much control over the outfit that you could forget you’re towing."

SUV, Bentley, retractable

Performance

  • Number of cylinders: 8
  • Size of engine in cc: 3996
  • Number of gears / gearbox: 8 / automatic CVT
  • Fuel: Petrol
  • Drive Train: All Wheel Drive
  • Power (bhp@rpm): 542 @ 6000
  • Torque (lb/ft@rpm): 568 @ 4500
  • Towing acceleration 0-60mph: 7.99s
  • Towing acceleration 40-60mph: 3.4s
  • Towing deceleration 60mph-0: 47.15m
  • CO2 g/km: 296

Weights for towing

  • Kerbweight (including driver) (kg): 2576
  • Gross vehicle (kg): 3250
  • Caravan (kg): 2190
  • Noseweight (kg): 140
  • Roof Load (kg): 95

Pricing

  • Price range of vehicle: £206,400 to £264,222
  • £ (price as tested) includes £1,415 towing gear charges: £224,700
  • Insurance group: 50
  • ISOFIX Mountings: 3

Read more about the Bentayga EWB Atelier Edition.

Check with your local Bentley dealer for the latest prices and availability.

Gallery

(Overall winner and winner of caravan weight 1600kg - 1700kg and Family Towcar) ŠKODA Superb Estate SE L 2.0 TDI 193PS DSG 4x4.

MINI Countryman John Cooper Works static

(Winner of caravan weight under 1100kg) MINI Countryman John Cooper Works.

(Winner of caravan weight 1100kg - 1400kg) Volkswagen T-Roc R-Line 1.5 eTSI 150PS 7spd DSG.

Volvo XC40 B4 Mild Hybrid FWD Plus Pro static

(Winner of caravan weight 1400kg - 1500kg) Volvo XC40 B4 Mild Hybrid FWD Plus Pro.

(Winner of caravan weight 1500kg - 1600kg) Toyota bZ4X Touring AWD.

ŠKODA Kodiaq IV Sportline 1.5 TSI 204PS DSG static

(Winner of caravan weight 1700kg - 1800kg) ŠKODA Kodiaq IV Sportline 1.5 TSI 204PS DSG.

(Winner of caravan weight 1800kg - 2000kg) Volkswagen Touareg Final Edition 3.0 TDI 4MOTION 286PS Tiptronic.

(Winner of caravan weight over 2000kg and Electric Towcar) BMW iX3 50 xDrive M Sport Pro.

(Winner of Plug-In Hybrid Towcar) Volvo XC90 T8 Plug-in Hybrid AWD Plus Pro.

INEOS Grenadier Quartermaster static

(Winner of Pick-Up Towcar) INEOS Grenadier Quartermaster.

(Winner of Luxury Towcar) Bentley Bentayga EWB Atelier Edition.

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Blue Seat Leon Estate parked in front of two caravans
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