Why it won

The Skoda Superb Estate really takes some beating – which it is why it is our Estate Car of the Year for the second time running. In fact, it's hard to find fault with the Skoda as it puts in such an impressive showing. It looks even better than the hatchback, has the biggest boot in its class and is brilliant value.

Factor in a fantastic range of both petrol and diesel engines, a classy cabin and limousine levels of rear comfort, and you really do have a force to be reckoned with. The icing on the cake is the driving experience, as the Superb Estate is agile, comfortable and incredibly capable.

Estate cars are invariably judged by the size of their boot, but the 633-litre boot space in the Skoda isn’t just big – it's clever, too. An optional system of sliding rails and straps is designed to restrain smaller items, and the beautifully trimmed load space gives the car a luxurious feel. Pick of the range is the 138bhp 2.0 TDI diesel, which mixes solid performance with real world economy of around 45mpg. And SE trim provides the best combination of value and kit.