THIS MONTH WE’RE TALKING… HYUNDAI SANTE FE // DIESEL CARS // JAGUAR X-TYPE ESTATE
Comfortable touring at bargain prices
In the world of tow cars, the entry-level model isn’t necessarily ideal for towing. There are exceptions, but in most cases, you’ll want one of the more powerful engine options to pull a full-sized van. When it comes to caravans, however, I’m often struck by how good the basic models are. Don’t get me wrong, I’m more than happy to stay in a luxury tourer. It’s just that cheaper, lighter vans can deliver the same home-from-home experience at a much lower price. Sprites, Xplores and Alteas show that you don’t need a high-end caravan to enjoy your tour. Which leaves a little more budget to spend on that tow car…
motty@practicalcaravan.com
Tow car editor DAVID MOTTON is a former PC editor, and has towed with more than 500 cars over the years
TOW CAR DIRECTORY
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VOLVO EX90
Price From £96,255 Kerbweight 2818kg* 85% match Above max tow Max towing weight 2200kg
*Listed as weight in running order by Volvo
Volvo has unveiled the EX90, an all-electric seven-seat SUV. The new flagship has the highest price tag of any Volvo, starting from £96,255. Volvo says the EX90 sets new standards for driving safety, with a range of cameras, radar and lidar sensors providing what the brand describes as an “invisible shield of safety”.
Volvo is offering the EX90 with two power outputs, 408hp and 517h
