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The cars chosen have featured at least once and the majority dominated the reviews. The Skoda Superb Estate in particular came top in three of the four. They are judged on comfort and safety and space and practicality. Some cars offer special features and accessories designed specifically for your pooch. And we also took into consideration how pleasant the vehicles are for you, the driver, to travel in.
The afore mentioned Skoda Superb Estate tops nearly every list. It has a vast 660 litre boot with a generous opening for ease of access for your pet paraphernalia. It comes with a pet pack containing all the essentials except a dedicated pet carrier unlike others that we will feature. It does have however a reversible load floor allowing one side to stay clean for non-dog duties. The umbrella in the driver door and ice scraper in the fuel flap are ideal for winter walks. It is well priced and a quiet, comfortable drive. With one of the largest boots of any estate car, big enough for multiple large pooches it’s easy to see why this car has long been a top choice for those with dogs.
The Tesla Model Y has been featured over the other Tesla models specifically for its superior all round practicality. The magic feature of all Tesla’s is their Dog Mode. The Dog Mode puts the air conditioning on for your pooch if you leave them in the car and a large sign on the dashboard screen informs passers by the system is in use, the dog is safe and the owner will be back soon – genius! The Tesla Y also has 854 litres of boot space and another 117 litres in the ‘frunk’ allowing adequate room for your dog and all its accessories. From a driver point of view you will enjoy rapid acceleration, a great range between charges and Tesla has a very good charging infrastructure.
In the large SUV category the Landrover Defender is a leader when it comes to off- road ability which is a feature which will surely appeal to all outward bound dog owners! You can lower the boot floor to make loading your dogs in easier although Landrover also offers a ramp to help larger breeds climb up. Other dog accessories include boot liners, dog guards, a branded pet carrier and a spill resistant water bowl. There is even a portable rinse system that is useful for clearing the mud from pooch and for spraying muddy boots. From a human perspective the smooth ride makes on-road driving a relaxing affair for all.
The Kia Sportage has a spacious and well-built interior making it great for dogs. Available accessories include a boot liner and a dog guard and the large, square boot can easily fit a decent size dog carrier. Be warned though the mild and plug-in hybrid models have noticeably shallower boots than non-hybrid and regular hybrid. Generally speaking the Sportage is excellent value for money, one of the reasons Whatcar named it Family SUV of the year.
The E-Class Estate is for transporting your beloved pet in luxury. This car is a favourite of the ‘country set’. Great on long journeys, with a boot measuring 670 litres and a choice of punchy yet smooth engines the E-Class Estate will get you and your dog to your destination composed and on time. This car majors on comfort, practicality and understated style and has been transporting families and their dogs for decades. It’s options list is awash with safety, driver-assistance and connectivity systems.
This Citroen has an enormous tailgate for ease of access of large canines or for the smaller pooch there is a top-hinged rear screen to pop your Chihuahua in by hand. The 775 litre boot can be increased to 1050 litres if you opt for the longer Berlingo XL. It is rumoured that there are no fewer than 28 interior storage areas for dog treats and soggy tennis balls! Opt for the E-Berlingo and reap the benefits of driving an electric car. Reduced running costs, tax savings etc will all leave you with extra money for treats for your beloved pooch.
A whopping 1137 litre boot in five-seat guise or a smaller 258 litre with all seven seats up. For the adventurous dog owner the Discovery is almost unstoppable off-road, and its standard air suspension makes it a very comfortable ride. The optional Pet Pack includes a full-height metal luggage partition and rubber boot liner.
The Duster is one of the cheapest new cars in the UK and with 445 litres of boot space – increasing to 1,623 litre with the rear seats folded, there’s plenty of room for your canine companion. It’s not luxurious but this is arguably an advantage for a dog owner – no need to worry about plush materials being ruined by claws and mud. This car is large, straightforward, robust and affordable. Prices start at a little over £17,000 – lower than dozens of far less practical vehicles.
If any of these cars appeal and you want to find out more about them then follow the links in the article to their respective pages or pick up the phone and speak to one of our friendly account managers. Our number is 0116 2599548. Of course, you don’t have to have a dog to be interested in these cars – they are just as good if you don’t own a pooch!
