- 27% of UK skiers are expected to drive to European slopes this winter.
- Car-sharing marketplace Turo offers skiing road trip vehicles, including Porsche and Land Rover SUVs, starting from £52 a day.*
Car-sharing platform Turo has shared its top 10 car recommendations for Ski and Snow adventures, perfectly timed for the half-term holiday period.
This winter, an estimated 27%** of British skiers are planning to drive to their favourite European ski destinations. For many, upgrading their car for the trip will be essential to ensure maximum comfort and practicality. Searches for “All-wheel drive” on Turo’s platform highlight the importance of vehicles designed for snowy terrain.
To help drivers choose, Turo’s recommendations focus on five key factors: all-wheel or four-wheel drive, ground clearance, heating systems, advanced safety features, and spacious boots.
The result is a list of some of the best cars available for hire in the UK. These range from budget-friendly options at just £52 per day* to luxurious models like the Land Rover Defender, ideal for long mountain journeys. For those heading to France, remember to check driving regulations****, such as the mandatory use of snow chains on snow-covered mountain roads.
10. Kia Sorento
At just £57 per day*, the
Kia Sorento, with its all-wheel drive, heated seats and snow tires is a fantastic option for those not looking to break the bank before their holiday has begun. This model also features a high quality sound system and multiple ways to connect your devices to help those motorway miles fly by.
9. Audi S4 Avant
The
Audi S4 Avant is an ideal grand tourer, and will eat up the miles on the way to the slopes with ease, all while keeping you and your passengers comfortable. At prices from £94 per day*, this model boasts plenty of boot space, as well as the potential for a roof rack for extra space for all your gear.
8. MG HS
Another option at the lower end of the price spectrum, the
MG HS more than holds its own against other models at a price from just £55 per day*. All-wheel drive and heated seats are crucial features, but many may be pleased to see that this model is also pet-friendly, potentially saving you the hassle of finding a dogsitter during your trip.
7. Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class
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Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is a great option for any trip and at a price from just £52 per day*, it is another great value car. It includes heated seats, all-wheel drive and a backup camera for that tricky Alpine parking.
6. Toyota RAV4
The
Toyota RAV4 is a strong option for long drives, with a roof-rack, all wheel drive, backup camera and large boot. At prices from £61 per day*, this model would be a contender for the top spots if it had heated seats.
5. Porsche Cayenne
From £84 per day*, the
Porsche Cayenne is a great option for those looking for a comfortable drive and to look good doing it. This stylish model offers all-wheel drive, heated seats, plenty of space and a panoramic sunroof for those mountain views.
4. Range Rover Sport
The first 7-seater in this list is a high scorer for a number of reasons, not least because it will get the whole group to the slopes in style. This
Range Rover Sport, available from £109 per day*, becomes great value if you are splitting the cost between all seven available seats and also boasts all-wheel drive, heated seats and a range of other mod-cons.
3. Mitsubishi Outlander
Another 7-seater, this time from just £81 per day*, the
Mitsubishi Outlander features oodles of boot space, snow tires and in-car entertainment systems to make that long drive more palatable. This is on top of all the features you’d expect including all-wheel drive and parking assist, a top option for any trip.
2. Land Rover 110 Defender
The
Land Rover 110 Defender is among the highest spec models you could want for a winter road trip to the Alps. With heated seats, steering wheel, and height control, as well as plenty of space and comfortable driving, it is only the higher price, from £173 per day* that keeps this off top spot.
1. Volvo XC90
Even after nine great options, this
Volvo XC90 stands out as the perfect vehicle for any trip to, and around, the Alps this winter. This model has it all with seven heated seats, 455 brake horsepower, and plenty of room for all your gear. From just £128 per day*, you’d be hard pressed to find a more ideal car to rent for the journey to the slopes.
Rory Brimmer, Director at car sharing marketplace Turo, commented:
“For anyone hitting the slopes this winter and wanting to avoid flights, or just give yourself the freedom to get around easily while you’re in the chalet, renting one of these cars is a great option to increase your levels of comfort or practicality. Each of these options has its own positives and would be a great option, at a range of price points.
Car sharing is a fantastic way for the owners of cars such as these to top up their income and share the cars they love with other enthusiasts when they aren’t using them. There is a wide range of options on the
Turo platform, from the exclusive to the accessible, from the sensible to the showstopping. Best of all there’s no need to wait around at a rental desk or trek all the way out to an airport to pick up your car.”
To learn more about Turo, please visit www.turo.com
