Caravan Awards 2013 – the list
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As the caravan industry unveiled its new models at the NEC, Caravan’s dedicated team was analysing each one for potential recognition in our celebration of excellence. Highlights of the 2013 collection include innovation in construction, new layouts, deeper windows and lighter-weight caravans. Our team has put these commended newcomers through a stringent 10-point judging process, arriving at a worthy winner, but which is it?Caravan’s prestigious awards take place in December. Ahead of this, we’re sharing with you our list of highly-commended caravans.
Best Couples’ Caravan under £14,000
Contenders:
• Venus 380/2• Adria Altea Trent
• Sprite Major 4FB
Best Couples’ Caravan over £14,000
Contenders:
• Lunar Quasar 554• Adria Adora Thames
• Elddis Affinity 574
Best Luxury Caravan
Contenders:
• Coachman Laser 620/4• Bailey Unicorn Valencia
• Buccaneer Fluyt
Innovation Award
Contenders:
• Skylights (Bailey Unicorn range)• Bonded construction (Elddis range)
• Bailey Retreats (for seasonal pitching)
Best Family Caravan under £14,000
Contenders:
• Elddis Xplore 530• Elddis Xplore 505
• Sprite Musketeer TD
Best Family Caravan over £14,000
Contenders:
• Lunar Lexon 650• Swift Challenger 574SE/Sterling Eccles Jade (same layout)
• Coachman Pastiche 525/4
Best Lightweight Caravan
Contenders:
• Venus 490/4• Sprite Major 4FB
• Adria Altea Trent
Best Layout (recognising versatility and practicality)
Contenders:
• Coachman Pastiche 525/4• Lunar Lexon 650
• Elddis Crusader Tempest EB
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