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Volkswagen is celebrating a standout performance at the Caravan and Motorhome Club Towcar of the Year 2026 Awards, with the new Passat taking home the overall title, alongside category wins for Family Towcar and caravan weight 1,300–1,500 kg.
Adding to the success, the Volkswagen Multivan continued its impressive winning streak, securing the Large Family Towcar award for the fourth year in a row.
The latest ninth-generation Passat was praised by judges as “the best of the lot”, securing its place as the Towcar of the Year 2026. With more than 34 million units sold worldwide since its debut in 1973, the Passat remains one of Volkswagen’s most successful and trusted models — second only to the Golf.
Judges from the Caravan and Motorhome Club said they voted for the new Passat “overwhelmingly” as the overall winner, recognising its balance of comfort, control, and practicality — perfect for towing adventures of every kind.
Meanwhile, the Volkswagen Multivan, from Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, once again proved its versatility and family appeal. Judges highlighted its interior space, refinement, and smooth performance, making it an ideal choice for families who enjoy towing.
In addition to these major wins, several other Volkswagen models were shortlisted across key categories — underlining the strength and diversity of the brand’s line-up.
Shortlisted models included:
All vehicles were tested by an expert panel of eight judges at the UTAC Millbrook Proving Ground near Bedford — a venue designed to challenge vehicles across real-world driving environments.
Now in its ninth generation, the new Passat Estate is Volkswagen’s most aerodynamic to date, with a drag coefficient of just 0.25 — lower than that of many sports cars. This efficiency helps deliver an exceptionally refined and economical drive.
Inside, the Passat offers generous space for five passengers and up to 1,920 litres of luggage capacity, making it an ideal choice for both family and business travel.
Available in five trims — Life, Match, Elegance, R-Line, and Black Edition — the Passat offers a range of efficient mild hybrid and plug-in hybrid engines with power outputs from 150 PS to 272 PS. The plug-in eHybrid variants offer up to 83 miles (WLTP combined) of all-electric range.
The Multivan continues to impress with its blend of flexibility, comfort, and practicality. With up to seven seats, a modular interior, and multiple powertrain options, it’s designed for modern family life and long-distance comfort.
Available in Life and Style trims, customers can choose between 2.0 TDI (150 PS), 2.0 TSI (204 PS), or the 1.5 eHybrid (245 PS), which offers up to 57 miles of electric-only range (WLTP combined).
With its smooth ride and adaptable cabin, it’s easy to see why the Multivan continues to be a top choice for families who love to travel.
From the all-new Passat to the ever-practical Multivan, Volkswagen continues to set benchmarks in innovation, quality, and everyday usability — proving once again that towing can be both effortless and enjoyable
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