by Holly Tribe
The all-new Discovery from off-road specialists Land Rover beat forty rival vehicles for the title of “Britain’s Best Towcar 2010”. The annual awards are overseen by industry leaders What Car?, Practical Caravan and The Camping & Caravanning Club.
Judges tested the popular TDV6 model which now sports the Jaguar Land Rover 3.0-litre V6 diesel. Testing was divided into categories, with each vehicle being marked on towing ability, driving and handling, space and practicality, running costs and value.
Practical Caravan’s Towcar Editor is David Motton and he was full of praise for the off-roader. “The Land Rover Discovery 4 is an exceptional car. It’s hard to say whether the 3.0-litre engine or the superb ride and handling deserve top billing.”
Marketing director for Land Rover Anthony Bradbury expressed his delight over the recognition, saying: “This is a hugely significant award for the Discovery 4 – and a true testament of the vehicle’s overall capability, package and refinement.”
The UK-made Discovery beat stiff competition from the likes of the Kia Sedona and Volvo SE Geartronic. Judges remarked upon the range of features that led to the model taking the top spot.
Mr Motton explains “With its full-size spare, self-levelling suspension, Trailer Stability Programme, huge boot and many more practical features, the Discovery 4 ticks more boxes than just about any other car”
Click here to read our road test feature on the award-winning Land Rover Discovery 4
