Caravanning is a popular as ever as people see it as a good way of exploring the country for less cost than staying in an hotel. Towing the touring caravan requires some driving skill and ability and having a good towing car makes this easier.

When choosing a used car to tow the caravan, the first thing you will need to do is to find out whether the car will tow a caravan of a given weight. Even some modern hatchbacks will tow a small caravan but if your caravan is larger or a twin axle version you will need to look at the torque of the vehicle to see whether it is powerful enough to successfully pull your caravan without putting your vehicle under strain and possibly causing mechanical or safety issues.

If you are sure that your potential vehicle has the torque you need next it is time to decide whether you need a manual or automatic transmission. People who regularly tow a caravan say they prefer automatic transmission as it makes towing easier however this is really down to personal choice.

When towing a large twin axle caravan a four-wheel drive vehicle is advisable however as some estate cars offer four-wheel drive options this does not necessarily mean that a SUV is needed.

If you are unsure about the suitability of a particular make or model of car most representatives in car dealerships will be able to advise you on the best vehicle for your needs based on the maximum towing capacity of the vehicle and the caravan weight.