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William Grant

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Tow Cars

Peugeot 508 SW 2.0 2020
£33,680

With its distinctive looks, efficient engines and long list of standard kit, the 508 estate should have what it takes to rival any family...

Caravans

Elddis Osprey 550 Special Edition 2020
4-berth
1412 kg MTPLM
£21,899

We spent three days in Warwickshire with this luxury dealer-special tourer from Raymond James, based on the Elddis Avanté 550. Here's what we made...

We love the large, opening sunroof
Caravans

Adria Adora 613 DT Isonzo 2000
4-berth
1750 kg MTPLM
£23,995

With subtle design upgrades for 2020, Adria’s popular 4-berth caravan is a must-see says Andrew Jenkinson.

Single-point inflation, front canopy section, light roof sections, side windows with mosquito nets, draught skirt, wheel arch cover, plastic and stainless-steel pegs
Awnings

Isabella Air Cirrus North 400 2020

275 cm Wide
400 cm Long

The first inflatable awning from Isabella adds momentum to the whole sector – and it’s just won our Awning of the Year award. Nick...

The new Acadia 470 combines the best elements of Coachman’s Vision and Pastiche ranges
Caravans

Coachman Acadia 470 2020
3-berth
1343 kg MTPLM
£22,340

The Pastiche 470 has evolved into the new Acadia 470, and is now even better value than before, says Andrew Jenkinson.

Despite the extra width, towing is made easier with the inclusion of Al-Ko’s ATC trailer control system and an AKS 3004 stabiliser fitted as standard
Caravans

Coachman Laser Xcel 850 2019
4-berth
1927 kg MTPLM
£35,400

The Hull manufacturer’s latest iteration of the Laser has joined the 8ft-wide club. Andrew Jenkinson steps inside the 850, winner of our Best Luxury...

The Dart has a large front gas locker and heavy-duty corner steadies
Caravans

Adria Altea Dart 622DP 2020
4-berth
1650 kg MTPLM
£20,195

For the 2020 season, Adria's Altea range has been given revamped interiors, while new models now include the fixed-island-bed Dart, says Andrew Jenkinson.

Decals on the side of the 440 feature a distinctive colour, purple, and have the same pattern with the large 'B' at the rear that you find on all Bailey models
Caravans

Bailey Phoenix 440 2019
4-berth
1316 kg MTPLM
£18,499

This revamped four-berth is sleek and modern, with the brand's pared-down look and neat design touches, but how will it perform in our in-depth...

Well-equipped and compact, the Ariva reaches its 25th year in 2020; perhaps that might be the time to give the profile a bit of an uplift?
Caravans

Lunar Ariva 2019
2-berth
950 kg MTPLM
£17,199

The Ariva range has been around since 1995 and is a super-compact, lightweight tourer for two. Andrew Jenkinson checks out the latest version.

The Hymer Nova offers great build quality, meaning it's no lightweight van
Caravans

Hymer Nova 470GL 2019
2-berth
1800 kg MTPLM
£39,710

Hymer's two-berth has a solid build and high-quality finish that you'd expect at this price, but with a few omissions from the spec, says...

The new Kampa Club Air Pro 390 Plus
Awnings

Kampa Club Air Pro 390 Plus 2019

275 cm Wide
580 cm Long
£1,750.00

This new inflatable porch example could be just the ticket. Nick Harding grabs an early pitch to test out its clever design

Opinion may be split over the dark front panel, but it gives the 2017 Lunar Clubman SR a distinct identity
Caravans

Lunar Clubman SR 2017
4-berth
1499 kg MTPLM
£23,799

Bold changes inside and out make the Lunar Clubman SR one of 2017's show-stoppers, so don't miss our review of this island-bed, mid-washroom caravan

It will set you back £25, but how does this 24-litre Argos coolbox perform in the rigorous Practical Caravan review?
Accessories

Argos coolbox, 24 litres 2014
£25.00

You'll need a coolbox if you want to keep items chilled when you're out and about on your caravan holidays – is this Argos...

How does the revised Subaru Forester fare when it comes under the scrutiny of Practical Caravan's expert test team?
Tow Cars

Subaru Forester 2014
2000 kg Max. Tow
258 lbf-ft Torque
£26,995

Subaru's updated, enlarged Forester is solid, stable and moderately priced, but close rivals offer more space, better fuel economy and gutsier engines