Motor Caravan Design and Drive Awards 2014

This year, there were 32 entries to the awards and the vehicles were split into eight categories for judging.

The marks were awarded based on the design of the caravan and the way they drive.

The overall winner was the Lunar Landstar RL. Find out all the details of all the entrants below.

Micro Motor Caravans

Winner: Lunar Vacanza

On the road price: £31,995 | Number of berths: 4 | Number of designated travelling seats: 2
Price as tested: £31,995 | Base Model: Nissan | Engine capacity: 1461cc | Engine: 89bhp / 90PS
Fuel: Diesel | Torque: 153Nm / 113ft lb | Gearbox: Manual

Length: 4.4m | Height: 1.96m | Width: 2.01m
MTPLM: 3000kg | MIRO: 2285kg

Warranty

Conversion:  2 years | Base Vehicle: 3 years

Judges' comments

"Good Lunar/Nissan finish"
"Small size makes it easy to drive and manoeuvre"

WildAx Cutie²

On the road price: £22,490 | Number of berths: 2 | Number of designated travelling seats: 2 | Price as tested: £22,490
Base Model: DFSK Loadhopper | Engine capacity: 1300cc | Engine: 77bhp / 78PS
Fuel: Petrol | Torque: 102Nm / 75ft lb | Gearbox: Manual

Length: 3.79m | Height: 2m | Width: 1.56m
MTPLM: 1573kg | MIRO: 1293kg

Warranty

Conversion: 3 years | Base Vehicle: 3 years | Water Ingress: 3 years

Judges' comments

"Tremendously clever and innovative interior"
"Excellent for manoeuvrability and reversing"

WildAx Cutie4

On the road price: £23,490 | Number of berths: 2 + 2 | Number of designated travelling seats: 4
Price as tested: £23,490 | Base Model: DFSK Loadhopper | Engine capacity: 1300cc | Engine: 77bhp / 78PS
Fuel: Petrol | Torque: 102Nm / 75ft lb | Gearbox: Manual

Length: 3.79m | Height: 2m | Width: 1.56m
MTPLM: 1573kg | MIRO: 1293kg

Warranty

Conversion: 3 years | ase Vehicle: 3 years | Water Ingress: 3 years

Van conversions under £40,000

Winner: East Neuk Fifer Touring S

On the road price: £37,950 | Number of berths: 2 | Number of designated travelling seats: 2
Price as tested: £37,950 | Base Model: Fiat Ducato | Engine capacity: 2287cc
Engine: 130bhp / 132PS | Fuel: Diesel | Torque: 320Nm / 236ft lb | Gearbox: Manual

Length: 4.96m | Height: 2.75m | Width: 2.05m
MTPLM: 3300kg | MIRO: 2840kg

Warranty

Conversion: 2 years | Base Vehicle: 3 years

Judges' comments

"Great workmanship with clever touches such as the washroom door"
"The size of beds in a van this size is superb"

2nd: Wellhouse Custom Terrier

On the road price: £39,500 | Number of berths: 4 | Number of designated travelling seats: 5
Price as tested: £39,500 | Base Model: Ford Custom Tourneo | Engine capacity: 2200cc
Engine: 125bhp / 127PS | Fuel: Diesel | Torque: 350Nm / 258ft lb | Gearbox: Manual

Height: 2.07m | MTPLM: 3000kg | MIRO: 2580kg

Warranty

Conversion: 3 years | Base Vehicle: 3 years | Water Ingress: 3 years

Judges' comments

"Great to see Wellhouse innovating yet again by pioneering conversions of the new shape Transit, deserves success"
"Excellent ride quality - very smooth"

3rd: Bilbo's Nexa Low-Lie

On the road price: £37,990 | Number of berths: 2 | Number of designated travelling seats: 4
Price as tested: £37,990 | Base Model: Volkswagen T5 T130 | Engine capacity: 1968cc
Engine: 83bhp / 84PS | Fuel: Diesel | Torque: 220Nm / 162ft lb | Gearbox: Manual

Length: 4.89m | Height: 2m | Width: 1.9m
MTPLM: 3000kg | MIRO: 2285kg

Warranty

Conversion: 2 years | Base Vehicle: 3 years

Judges' comments

"Terrific 'only' vehicle. A real MPV and so much more - proven residuals too!"
"Very easy and car-like to drive plus very little road noise"

Van conversions £40,000 - £50,000

Winner and Overall winner: Lunar Landstar RL

On the road price: £49,995 | Number of berths: 2 | Number of designated travelling seats: 2
Price as tested: £49,995 | Base Model: Mercedes Sprinter | Engine capacity: 2143cc
Engine: 129bhp / 127PS | Fuel: Diesel | Torque: 305Nm / 225ft lb | Gearbox: Manual

Length: 6.96m | Height: 2.81m | Width: 1.99m
MTPLM: 3500kg | MIRO: 3080kg

Warranty

Conversion: 3 years | Base Vehicle: 3 years | Water Ingress: 3 years

Judges' comments

"Long, lean and classy - a great deal of Mercedes motorhome at a realistic price"
"Nice to drive, quiet and good performance"

2nd: East Neuk Fifer Touring L

On the road price: £44,950 | Number of berths: 2 | Number of designated travelling seats: 2
Price as tested: £44,950 | Base Model: Citroën Relay | Engine capacity: 2197cc
Engine: 130bhp / 132PS | Fuel: Diesel | Torque: 320Nm / 236ft lb | Gearbox: Manual

Length: 5.99m | Height: 2.7m | Width: 2.05m
MTPLM: 3500kg | MIRO: 3020kg

Warranty

Conversion: 2 years | Base Vehicle:  3 years

Judges' comments

"A well-thought our van that's comfortable yet practical enough for extended trips."
"Nice and quiet to drive and good rear vision through interior"

3rd: Shire Conversions Phoenix M Studio

On the road price: £41,950 | Number of berths: 2 | Number of designated travelling seats: 2
Price as tested: £41,950 | Base Model: Fiat Ducato | Engine capacity: 2300c
Engine: 130bhp / 132PS | Fuel: Diesel | Gearbox: Manual

Length: 5.4m | Height: 2.6m | Width: 2.4m
MTPLM: 3500kg | MIRO: 2950kg

Warranty

Conversion: 2 years | Base Vehicle: 3 years | Water Ingress: 2 years

Judges' comments

"Great for couples who do not want a huge van to drive"
"Reasonable performance and relatively quiet on the road"

Shire Conversions Phoenix 2XL Studio

On the road price: £46,950 | Number of berths: 2 | Number of designated travelling seats: 2
Price as tested: £46,950 | Base Model: Fiat Ducato | Engine capacity: 2300cc
Engine: 130bhp / 132PS | Fuel: Diesel | Gearbox: Manual

Length: 6.3m | Height: 2.6m | Width: 2.4m
MTPLM: 3500kg | MIRO: 2955kg

Warranty

Conversion: 2 years | Base Vehicle:  3 years | Water Ingress: 2 years

Judges' comments

"Quite simple, traditional layout, well-executed, XL gives lots of space"
"Mirrors good, includes parking sensors"

WildAx Europa

On the road price: £44,995 | Number of berths: 2 | Number of designated travelling seats: 2
Price as tested: £48,095 | Base Model: Renault Master LM35 125 | Engine capacity: 2300cc
Engine: 125bhp / 127PS | Fuel: Diesel | Gearbox: Automatic

Length: 6.2m | Height: 2.65m | Width: 2.07m
MTPLM: 3500kg | MIRO: 3050kg

Warranty

Conversion: 3 years | Base Vehicle: 4 years | Water Ingress: 3 years

Judges' comments

"Well thought-out two berth grand tourer"
"Good handling and performance, nice auto gearbox"

WildAx Solaris XL

On the road price: £43,995 | Number of berths: 4 | Number of designated travelling seats: 4
Price as tested: £45,690 | Base Model: Citroën Relay | Engine capacity: 2198cc
Engine: 130bhp / 132PS | Torque: 320Nm / 236ft lb | Fuel: Diesel | Gearbox: Manual

Length: 5.99m | Height: 2.65m | Width: 2.05m
MTPLM: 3500kg | MIRO: 3050kg

Warranty

Conversion: 3 years | Base Vehicle: 3 years | Water Ingress: 3 years

Judges' comments

"Fantastic innovative family-friendly layout, this van deserves all the success it will inevitably attract"
"Good to see multi-berth van conversion with bunk beds"

Vanworx Slipper 4 Berth

On the road price: £39,069 | Number of berths: 4 | Number of designated travelling seats: 4
Price as tested: £44,097 | Base Model: Volkswagen T5 T30 | Engine capacity: 2000cc
Engine: 140bhp / 142PS | Fuel: Diesel | Gearbox: Manual

Length: 4.89m | Width: 2.28m | MTPLM: 3000kg | MIRO: 2400kg

Warranty

Conversion: 3 years | Base Vehicle: 3 years | Water Ingress: 3 years

Judges' comments

"Fantastic van that will always put a smile on your face!"
"Great performance and handling plus quiet interior"

Van conversions over £50,000

Winner: Auto-Sleeper Kingham

On the road price: £49,200 | Number of berths: 2 | Number of designated travelling seats: 2
Price as tested: £52,995 | Base Model: Peugeot Boxer | Engine capacity: 2200cc | Engine: 150bhp / 152PS
Fuel: Diesel | Torque: 350Nm / 258ft lb | Gearbox: Manual

Length: 6.36m | Height: 2.6m | Width: 2.05m
MTPLM: 3500kg | MIRO: 3108kg

Warranty

Conversion: 2 years | Base Vehicle: 3 years | Water Ingress: 2 years

Judges' comments

"Auto-Sleeper has achieved the almost unachievable in making this van conversion resemble a coachbuilt motorhome inside"
"King of the road Kingham, lovely job!"

2nd: MURVI Morocco XL

On the road price: £50,623 | Number of berths: 2 | Number of designated travelling seats: 2
Price as tested: £55,184 | Base Model: Fiat Ducato 35 LWB HR XLB | Engine capacity: 2287cc
Engine: 148bhp / 150PS | Fuel: Diesel | Torque: 350Nm / 258ft lb | Gearbox: Manual

Length: 6.36m | Height: 2.6m | Width: 2.05m
MTPLM: 3500kg | MIRO: 3265kg

Warranty

Conversion: 2 years | Base Vehicle: 3 years | Water Ingress: 2 years

Judges' comments

"Excellent, as always with MURVI, van conversion"
"Good performance and very little interior noise"

3rd: IH 600RL

On the road price: £51,500 | Number of berths: 2 | Number of designated travelling seats: 2
Price as tested: £58,795 | Base Model: Fiat Ducato | Engine capacity: 3000cc
Engine: 180bhp / 183PS | Fuel: Diesel | Gearbox: Manual

Length: 5.99m | Height: 2.6m | Width: 2.05m
MTPLM: 3500kg | MIRO: 3000kg

Warranty

Conversion: 3 years | Base Vehicle: 2 years | Water Ingress: 3 years

Judges' comments

"Very well-made, instantly recognised - customer loyalty is no surprise"
"3.0-litre engine makes for great performance plus it handles well"

Westfalia Columbus 600D

On the road price: £48,990 | Number of berths: 2 / 4 | Number of designated travelling seats: 4
Price as tested: £60,060 | Base Model: Fiat Ducato | Engine capacity: 2300cc | Engine: 150bhp / 152PS
Fuel: Diesel | Torque: 350Nm / 258ft lb | Gearbox: Manual

Length: 6.36m | Height: 2.6m | Width: 2.05m
MTPLM: 3500kg | MIRO: 2996kg

Warranty

Conversion: 2 years | Base Vehicle: 2 years | Water Ingress: 2 years

Judges' comments

"Interesting design with superb shaped rear travel seat"
"High quality conversion with very little interior noise plus 150bhp engine aids performance"

Coachbuilts under £45,000

Winner: Marquis Majestic 125

On the road price: £41,269 | Number of berths: 3 | Number of designated travelling seats: 4
Price as tested: £41,269 | Base Model: Peugeot Boxer | Engine capacity: 2200cc
Engine: 130bhp / 132PS | Fuel: Diesel | Torque: 320Nm / 236ft lb | Gearbox: Manual

Length: 5.99m | Height: 2.62m | Width: 2.69m
MTPLM: 3300kg | MIRO: 2750kg

Warranty

Conversion: 3 years | Base Vehicle: 3 years | Water Ingress: 10 years

Judges' comments

"Very neat first time buy for a couple"
"On the road handling is very good for a high vehicle"

2nd: Swift Esprit Histyle 412

On the road price: £40,595 | Number of berths: 2 | Number of designated travelling seats: 2
Price as tested: £40,595 | Base Model: Fiat Ducato | Engine capacity: 2287cc | Engine: 130bhp / 132PS
Fuel: Diesel | Torque: 320Nm / 236ft lb | Gearbox: Manual

Length: 5.85m | Height: 2.31m | Width: 2.85m
MTPLM: 3300kg | MIRO: 2905kg

Warranty

Conversion: 3 years | Base Vehicle: 3 years | Water Ingress: 10 years

Judges' comments

"A brilliant two-berth that does everything with panache and style"
"Easy to drive thanks to the short wheelbase"

3rd: Richard Baldwin Motorhomes Elddis Athos

On the road price: £41,999 | Number of berths: 4 | Number of designated travelling seats: 4
Price as tested: £41,999 | Base Model: Peugeot Boxer MLWB | Engine capacity: 2200cc
Engine: 130bhp / 132PS | Fuel: Diesel | Torque: 320Nm / 236ft lb | Gearbox: Manual

Length: 7.2m | Height: 3.01m | Width: 2.69m
MTPLM: 3500kg | MIRO: 2980kg

Warranty

Conversion: 3 years | Base Vehicle: 3 years | Water Ingress: 10 years

Judges' comments

"Impressive, high-value dealer special.  Innovative, practical motorhome for four on site"
"Drives and handles fine"

Marquis Lifestyle 662

On the road price: £42,092 | Number of berths: 2 | Number of designated travelling seats: 2
Price as tested: £42,092 | Base Model: Fiat Ducato | Engine capacity: 2287cc
Engine: 130bhp / 132PS | Fuel: Diesel | Torque: 320Nm / 236ft lb | Gearbox: Manual

Length: 6.72m | Height: 2.94m | Width: 2.31m
MTPLM: 3500kg | MIRO: 2937kg

Warranty

Conversion: 3 years | Base Vehicle: 3 years | Water Ingress: 10 years

Judges' comments

"Great Dealer special - hard to beat at any price but especially at this one"
"Great fixed bed and roomy lounge"

Coachbuilts £40,000 - £45,000

Winner and overall winner: Roller Team T-Line 590

On the road price: £42,990 | Extras fitted: Drivers Pack £999, Luxury pack £0
Number of berths: 4 | Number of designated travelling seats: 4 | Price as tested: £43,989
Base Model: Fiat Ducato | Engine capacity: 2300cc | Engine: 130bhp / 132PS
Fuel: diesel | Torque: 320Nm / 236 lb/ft | Gearbox: manual

Length: 5.97m | Height: 2.8m | Width: 2.31m
MTPLM: 3500kg / 3650kg * free weight upgrade | MIRO: 2750kg

Driving licence: Standard weight is suitable for all drivers with a full UK car driver's licence. For the free upgrade to 3650kg licence restrictions may apply to some drivers.

Warranty

Conversion: 3 years | Base Vehicle: 3 years | Water Ingress: 10 years

Judges' comments

"Clever use of interior space - some fresh thinking - lovely!”
“Drop-down bed, big lounge, lovely washroom, compact.  Massive appeal"

Read more about the Roller Team T-Line 590

2nd: Tribute 715

On the road price: £41,171 | Extras fitted: Drivers pack £999 | Number of berths: 4
Number of designated travelling seats: 2 | Price as tested: £42,170 | Base Model: Fiat Ducato
Engine capacity: 2300cc | Engine: 130bhp / 132PS | Fuel: diesel
Torque: 320Nm / 236 lb/ft | Gearbox: manual

Length: 7.06m | Height: 2.03m | Width: 2.35m
MTPLM: 3500kg / 3650kg * free weight upgrade | MIRO: 3105kg

Driving licence: Standard weight is suitable for all drivers with a full UK car driver's licence.  For the free upgrade to 3650kg licence restrictions may apply to some drivers.

Warranty

Conversion: 3 years | Base Vehicle:  3 years | Water Ingress: 10 years

Judges' comments

"A good practical van with a permanent double bed at an approachable price"
"Fresh, funky looks"

Read more about the Tribute 715

3rd: Elddis Autoquest 155

On the road price: £39,849 | Extras fitted: Lux pack including cab air conditioning, passenger air bag, cruise control, midi Heki, electric step, leisure battery £1225              
Number of berths: 4 | Number of designated travelling seats: 4 | Price as tested: £41,074
Base Model: Peugeot X250 | Engine capacity: 2200cc | Engine: 130bhp / 132PS
Fuel: diesel | Gearbox: manual

Length: 7.12m | Height: 3.01m  | Width: 2.2m
MTPLM: 3500kg | MIRO: 2933kg

Driving licence: Suitable for all drivers with a full UK car driver's licence

Warranty

Conversion: 3 years | Base Vehicle: 3 years | Water Ingress: 10 years

Judges' comments

"Great 4-berth with one of the best wardrobes in its class"
"A genuine 4-berth with great storage"

Read more about the Elddis Autoquest 155

Auto-Trail Imala 615

On the road price: £43,495 | Extras fitted: Media pack 1 £649 | Number of berths: 2
Number of designated travelling seats: 2 | Price as tested: £44,144 | Base Model: Fiat Ducato
Engine capacity: 2300cc | Engine: 130bhp / 132PS | Fuel: diesel | Torque: 320Nm / 236 lb/ft | Gearbox: manual

Length: 6.34m | Height: 3.03m | Width: 2.35m
MTPLM: 3500kg / 3650kg * free weight upgrade | MIRO: 3010kg

Driving licence: Standard weight is suitable for all drivers with a full UK car driver's licence.  For the free upgrade to 3650kg licence restrictions may apply to some drivers.

Warranty

Conversion: 3 years | Base Vehicle: 3 years | Water Ingress: 10 years

Judges' comments

"Good mid range compact 2-berth coachbuilt"
"Cracking van - belies its price"

Read more Auto-Trail Imala 615

Benimar Mileo 201

On the road price: £42,909 | Number of berths: 2 | Number of designated travelling seats: 4
Price as tested: £44,304 | Base Model: Fiat Ducato Camper Chassis | Engine capacity: 2200cc
Engine: 130bhp / 132PS | Fuel: diesel | Torque: 320Nm / 236 lb/ft | Gearbox: manual

Length: 5.99m | Height: 2.89m | Width: 2.3m
MTPLM: 3500kg | MIRO: 2950kg

Driving licence: Suitable for all drivers with a full UK car driver's licence

Warranty

Conversion: 3 years | Base Vehicle: 3 years | Water Ingress:  5 years

Judges' comments

“Compact coachbuilt with generously-sized garage, brilliant”
“High spec continental, habitation door is very good as it is on UK nearside”

Read more about the Benimar Mileo 201

Escape 664

Extras fitted: Comfort pack including cab air conditioning, passenger air bag, electric entrance step with automatic drive-away retaction, easy action concertina flyscreen, pleated windscreen blind, Status TV aerial, Winter Pack C - heated waste water tank, insulated water pipes and fridge vent covers £1295

On the road price: £39,435 | Number of berths: 4 | Number of designated travelling seats: 4
Price as tested: £40,730 | Base Model: Fiat MultiJet | Engine capacity: 2297cc
Engine: 130bhp / 132PS | Fuel: diesel | Torque: 320Nm / 236 lb/ft | Gearbox: manual

Length: 6.72m | Height: 2.85m | Width: 2.31m
MTPLM: 3500kg | MIRO: 2894kg

Driving licence: Suitable for all drivers with a full UK car driver's licence

Warranty

Conversion: 3 years | Base Vehicle: 3 years | Water Ingress: 10 years

Judges' comments

“Popular European permanent bed layout”
“Good specification and excellent quality feel for the price”

Read more about the Escape 664

Roller Team Auto-Roller 746

On the road price: £43,990 | Extras fitted: Drivers Pack £999, Luxury pack £0
Number of berths: 6 | Number of designated travelling seats: 5 at 3500kg / 6 at 3650kg

Price as tested: £44,989 | Base Model: Fiat Ducato | Engine capacity: 2300cc
Engine: 130bhp / 132PS | Fuel: diesel | Torque: 320Nm / 236 lb/ft | Gearbox: manual

Length: 7.3m | Height: 3.2m | Width: 2.31m
MTPLM: 3500kg / 3650kg * free weight upgrade | MIRO: 3075kg

Driving licence: Standard weight is suitable for all drivers with a full UK car driver's licence.  For the free upgrade to 3650kg licence restrictions may apply to some drivers.

Warranty

Conversion: 3 years | Base Vehicle:  3 years | Water Ingress: 10 years

Judges' comments

"Lovely living space"
"Good for family overseas touring"

Read more about the Roller Team Auto-Roller 746

Roller Team Zefiro 690G

On the road price: £39,850 | Extras fitted: Drivers Pack £999, Luxury pack £0
Price as tested: £40,849 | Base Model: Ford Transit | Engine capacity: 2200cc
Engine: 125bhp/ 127PS | Fuel: diesel | Torque: 350Nm / 258 lb/ft | Gearbox: manual

Length: 6.97m | Height: 3.2m | Width: 2.31m
MTPLM: 3500kg / 3650kg * free weight upgrade | MIRO: 2995kg

Driving licence: Standard weight is suitable for all drivers with a full UK car driver's licence. For the free upgrade to 3650kg licence restrictions may apply to some drivers.

Warranty

Conversion: 3 years | Base Vehicle:  3 years | Water Ingress: 10 years

Judges' comments

“Huge garage, 6 sleeping berths, perfect for large family touring.  Blue oval badge a 'plus'”
“Very good family van with big beds - overcab especially good”

Read more about the Roller Team Zefiro 690G

Tribute 720

On the road price: £41,995 | Extras fitted: Drivers Pack £999 | Number of berths: 6
Number of designated travelling seats: 4 | Price as tested: £42,994 | Base Model: Fiat Ducato
Engine capacity: 2300cc | Engine: 130bhp / 132PS | Fuel: diesel | Torque: 320Nm / 236 lb/ft | Gearbox: manual

Length: 7.06m | Height: 3.10m | Width: 2.35m
MTPLM: 3500kg / 3650kg * free weight upgrade | MIRO: 3095kg

Driving licence: Standard weight is suitable for all drivers with a full UK car driver's licence.  For the free upgrade to 3650kg licence restrictions may apply to some drivers.

Warranty

Conversion: 3 years | Base Vehicle:  3 years | Water Ingress: 10 years

Judges' comments

“Twin lounge and overcab bed makes for a family-friendly motor caravan”
“Good value, plenty of Brit appeal, well equipped for the money“

Read more about the Tribute 720

Coachbuilts £45,000 - £60,000

Winner: Bailey Approach Autograph 740

On the road price: £45,960 | Number of berths: 4 | Number of designated travelling seats: 2
Price as tested: £45,960 | Engine capacity: 2198cc | Engine: 130bhp / 132PS | Fuel: Diesel
Torque: 320Nm / 236ft lb | Gearbox: Manual

Length: 7.45m | Height: 2.78m | Width: 2.77m
MTPLM: 3500kg | MIRO: 3042kg

Warranty

Conversion: 3 years | Base Vehicle: 3 years | Water Ingress: 6 years

Judges' comments

"Tremendous value for money - a luxurious holiday pad for two"
"Good visibility and light steering"

2nd: Bailey Approach Autograph 765

On the road price: £47,500 | Number of berths: 6 | Number of designated travelling seats: 6
Price as tested: £47,500 | Base Model: Peugeot Boxer Back to Back | Engine capacity: 2198cc
Engine: 130bhp / 132PS | Fuel: Diesel | Torque: 320Nm / 236ft lb | Gearbox: Manual

Length: 7.45m | Height: 2.78m | Width: 2.77m
MTPLM: 3850kg | MIRO: 3217kg

Warranty

Conversion: 3 years | Base Vehicle: 3 years | Water Ingress: 6 years

Judges' comments

"A true family motorhome at an affordable price - the kids will fight for that drop-down bed"
"Excellent crash tested rear travel seats"

3rd: Carado T135

On the road price: £42,495 | Number of berths: 2 | Number of designated travelling seats: 3
Price as tested: £45,394 | Base Model: Fiat Ducato | Engine capacity: 2287cc | Engine: 130bhp / 132PS
Fuel: Diesel | Torque: 320Nm / 236ft lb | Gearbox: Manual

Length: 6.23m | Height: 2.91m | Width: 2.32m
MTPLM: 3500kg | MIRO: 2734 kg

Warranty

Conversion: 3 years | Base Vehicle: 3 years | Water Ingress: 5 years

Judges' comments

"Very nice continental layout motorhome with above average kitchen and washroom and big French bed"
"Very good camera system - low level camera"

Rapido 640F

On the road price: £49,700 | Number of berths: 3 | Number of designated travelling seats: 4
Price as tested: £49,700 | Base Model: Fiat Ducato | Engine capacity: 2287cc
Engine: 130bhp / 132PS | Fuel: Diesel | Torque: 320Nm / 236ft lb | Gearbox: Manual

Length: 6.49m | Height: 2.76m | Width: 2.35m
MTPLM: 3500kg | MIRO: 2895 kg

Warranty

Conversion: 2 years | Base Vehicle: 2 years | Water Ingress: 3 years

Judges' comments

"Fresh thinking on the layout gives it the WOW factor!"
"Compact package with fresh new transverse kitchen"

Coachbuilts over £60,000

Winner: Auto-Sleeper Burford

On the road price: £65,995 | Number of berths: 4 | Number of designated travelling seats: 2
Price as tested: £69,995 | Base Model: Mercedes Sprinter 519 | Engine capacity: 2100cc
Engine: 163bhp / 165PS | Fuel: Diesel | Torque: 360Nm / 265ft lb | Gearbox: Automatic

Height: 2.86m | Width: 2.35m | MTPLM: 3880kg | MIRO: 3530kg

Warranty

Conversion: 2 years | Base Vehicle: 3 years | Water Ingress: 2 years

Judges' comments

"Classy, comfortable, clever!"
"Good performer and comfortable ride"

2nd: RS Endeavour

On the road price: £141,600 | Number of berths: 6 | Number of designated travelling seats: 6
Price as tested: £141,600 | Base Model: Iveco Turbo Daily | Engine capacity: 3000cc
Engine: 170bhp / 172PS | Fuel: Diesel | Gearbox: Manual

Length: 9.2m | Height: 3.24m | Width: 2.44m
MTPLM: 7000 kg | MIRO: 5200kg

Warranty

Conversion: 5 years | Base Vehicle: 3 years | Water Ingress: 5 years

Judges' comments

"Built to a high spec order, bomb-proof chassis and strong robust coachwork"
"Big vehicle but easy to drive"

3rd: Bimobil Husky 230_3 Demountable

On the road price: £69,990 | Number of berths: 4 | Number of designated travelling seats: 5
Price as tested: £69,990 | Base Model: Toyota Hilux Invincible | Engine capacity: 2982cc
Engine: 171bhp / 173PS | Fuel: Diesel | Torque: 360Nm / 265ft lb | Gearbox: Automatic

Length: 5.94m | Height: 3.0m | Width: 2.13m
MTPLM: 3500kg | MIRO: 2940kg

Warranty

Conversion: 10 years | Base Vehicle: 3 years | Water Ingress: 10 years

Judges' comments

"Great build quality and absolutely unique!"
"Superb vehicle for adventurers"

A Class

Winner: Frankia Exclusiv I640 SD

On the road price: £87,610 | Number of berths: 4 | Number of designated travelling seats: 4
Price as tested: £87,610 | Base Model: Fiat Ducato | Engine capacity: 2286cc
Engine: 150bhp / 152PS | Fuel: Diesel | Gearbox: Manual

Length: 6.5m | Height: 3.02m | Width: 2.3m
MTPLM: 3850kg | MIRO: 3160kg

Warranty

Conversion: 2 years | Base Vehicle: 2 years | Water Ingress: 5 years

Judges' comments

"Neat, compact A Class with huge square double drop down bed, well equipped and finished"
"Quiet to drive with good performance from the 150 bhp engine"

2nd: Hymer Starline S 680

On the road price: £111,025 | Number of berths: 4 | Number of designated travelling seats: 4
Price as tested: £113,820 | Base Model: Mercedes Sprinter 519 | Engine capacity: 3000cc
Engine: 190bhp / 193PS | Fuel: Diesel | Torque: 440Nm / 324ft lb | Gearbox: Automatic

Length: 7.97m | Height: 3.07m | Width: 2.35m
MTPLM: 5300kg | MIRO: 4070kg

Warranty

Conversion: 2 years | Base Vehicle: 2 years | Water Ingress: 6 years

Judges' comments

"Spectacular and solidly built"
"Performs and handles well, with little interior noise"

3rd: Frankia I840 QD 3.0 Auto

On the road price: £115,993 | Number of berths: 4 | Number of designated travelling seats: 4
Price as tested: £115,993 | Base Model: Fiat Ducato | Engine capacity: 2286cc
Engine: 150bhp / 152PS | Fuel: Diesel | Gearbox: Automatic

Length: 8.45m | Height: 3.06m | Width: 2.3m
MTPLM: 5000kg | MIRO: 4140kg

Warranty

Conversion: 2 years | Base Vehicle: 2 years | Water Ingress: 5 years

Judges' comments

"Well put together rolling palace.  Perfect for full timing or extended touring"
"Excellent on the road handling considering its size"

Dethleffs Evan 560B

On the road price: £58,790 | Number of berths: 2 | Number of designated travelling seats: 4
Price as tested: £68,678 | Base Model: Fiat Ducato | Engine capacity: 2300cc
Engine: 150bhp / 152PS | Fuel: Diesel | Torque: 320Nm / 236ft lb | Gearbox: Manual

Length: 5.65m | Height: 2.78m | Width: 2.15m
MTPLM: 3500kg | MIRO: 2686kg

Warranty

Conversion: 2 years | Base Vehicle: 2 years | Water Ingress: 6 years

Judges' comments

"Such a flexible vehicle, love the concept"
"Good performance and a roll-free ride"