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Pilote’s first caravan was built by André Padiou in his father’s cabinet-making workshop at La Limouzinière, close to Nantes in France in 1962.  Following a visit to the USA in 1978, the company started manufacturing its own motorhomes which grew in popularity and these were soon being exported throughout Europe.  Pilote ceased building caravans in 1983 and started to produce a wide range of motorhome models. Today the Pilote Group still operates from La Limouzinière and has recently acquired Car-Away a large motorhome hire company in France.  

Pilote Atlas A630G

2026 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Two-Berth Coachbuilt motorhomes 6.5 metres and under entrant

Gallery

The Pilote Atlas A630G has a grey cab with a white coachbuilt body. There are black, grey and red decals on its body. Its skylights are open and there are two green and white striped umbrellas on its roof.

Pilote Atlas A630G exterior

The Pilote Atlas A630G has light grey upholstery, the two front seats are swivelled to face in the van. These are positioned around the wooden table with a bench and stool. The floor is a grey tile effect.

Pilote Atlas A630G interior

The Pilote Atlas A630G has light grey upholstery, the kitchen is in the centre and it has a rear fixed bed. There is a wooden step for access to the bed.

Pilote Atlas A630G interior 2

The Judges' said ...

A good use of space in the washroom with a spin around wash basin.

Base Vehicle

  • Ford Transit
  • Gearbox: automatic 
  • Engine: 165 bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: four
  • Length: 6.3m (20’ 8”)
  • NCC Approved: no

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 3500kg
  • Mass in running order: 3010kg
  • B Licence compatible

Conversion

  • Layout: central kitchen / central washroom / rear fixed transverse bed
  • Number of berths: two
  • Bed sizes: rear fixed bed 1.40m x 2.0m (4' 7" x 6' 6")
  • Fridge size: 142-litres
  • Heating: 4000W Truma Combi 4
  • ISOfix Points: none

Energy Versatility

  • Leisure battery supplied (power): two 95Ah AGM (fitted option)
  • Solar panel/foil: 100W (fitted option)
  • Gas cylinder/tank: gas compartment for two cylinders, maximum size 13kg

Price

  • Price from £75,500
  • Price as entered £79,550

Check with your local Pilote dealer for the latest prices and availability

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Pilote Atlas A690GJ

2026 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Three or Four Berth Coachbuilt motorhomes 7 metres and under entrant

Gallery

The Pilote Atlas A690GJ has a black cab and a white coachbuilt body which is decorated with black and red decals. The habitation door is open and there are two steps to gain easy access. There is an information stand and a plant to the left.

Pilote Atlas A690GJ exterior

The Pilote Atlas A690GJ has black and grey upholstery. The front seats are swivelled to the dining area where there is a wooden extendable table with a bonsai tree on top. The floor has grey tiles.

Pilote Atlas A690GJ interior

The Pilote Atlas A690GJ has two rear fixed single beds, the kitchen is to the left. The furniture is wooden and there are two steps to gain access to the beds.

Pilote Atlas A690GJ interior 2

The Judges' said ...

The fixed single beds and drop down bed design allows all four occupants to retire to bed without making up beds, moving bases or cushions.  It offers comfortable and spacious living plus a large garage.

Base Vehicle

  • Ford Transit
  • Gearbox: automatic 
  • Engine: 165 bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: four
  • Length: 6.99m (22’ 11”)
  • NCC Approved: no

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 3500kg
  • Mass in running order: 3109kg
  • B Licence compatible

Conversion

  • Layout: central kitchen / central washroom / fixed rear single beds / front drop down bed
  • Number of berths: four
  • Bed sizes: fixed rear singles 0.80m x 2.0m
    (2' 7" x 6' 6") and 0.80m x 1.92m (2' 7" x 6' 3"),
    roof bed 1.40m x 2.0m (4' 7" x 6' 6")
  • Fridge size: 142-litres
  • Heating: Truma 6DE
  • ISOfix Points: none

Energy Versatility

  • Leisure battery supplied (power): two 95Ah AGM (fitted option)
  • Solar panel/foil: 100W (fitted option)
  • Gas cylinder/tank: gas compartment for two cylinders, maximum size 13kg

Price

  • Price from £75,335
  • Price as entered £79,995

Check with your local Pilote dealer for the latest prices and availability

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Pilote P740FC Evidence

2026 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Three or Four Berth Coachbuilt motorhomes over 7 metres entrant

Gallery

The Pilote P740FC Evidence has a black cab and a white coachbuilt body with black/red decals. There are two green and white striped umbrellas on its roof.

Pilote P740FC Evidence exterior

The Pilote P740FC Evidence has cream upholstery complemented with wood furniture. The kitchen is to the right. Through the wooden door there is a rear bedroom.

Pilote P740FC Evidence interior

The Pilote P740FC Evidence has cream upholstery complemented with wood furniture. The front two seats are swivelled to face inside the van. There is a wooden table which is shown as folded. There's a turquoise cushions on each sofa.

Pilote P740FC Evidence interior 2

The Judges' said ...

Beautiful woodwork and put together extrememly neatly.  A lovely motorhome.

Base Vehicle

  • FIAT Ducato
  • Gearbox: automatic 
  • Engine: 140 bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: four
  • Length: 7.45m (24’ 5”)
  • NCC Approved: no

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 3650kg
  • Mass in running order: 3153kg
  • C1 Licence required

Conversion

  • Layout: central kitchen / central washroom / fixed rear island bed / drop down bed (fitted option)
  • Number of berths: four
  • Bed sizes: fixed island bed 1.50m x 1.90m
    94' 11" x 6' 2"), drop down bed 1.35m x 2.0m
    (4' 5" x 6' 6") (fitted option)
  • Fridge size: 141-litres
  • Heating: Truma Combi 6
  • ISOfix Points: none

Energy Versatility

  • Leisure battery supplied (power): 200Ah Lithium
  • Solar panel/foil: Two 100W
  • Gas cylinder/tank: gas compartment for two cylinders, maximum size 13kg

Price

  • Price from £81,235
  • Price as entered £82,995

Check with your local Pilote dealer for the latest prices and availability

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Pilote V540G

2026 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Van Conversions with a rising or pop top roof 6 metres and under entrant

Gallery

The Pilote V540G has a grey exterior with a red striped decal. Its rising roof is open and it is plugged into the mains electricity

Pilote V540G exterior

The Pilote V540G has a grey exterior with a red striped decal. Its rising roof and sliding door are open. There is a stand next to the open door.

Pilote V540G exterior 2

The Pilote V540G has black upholstery with white cabinets. There is a hob at the front of the photograph.

Pilote V540G interior

The Judges' said ...

Good for a family with modern styling, the ability to sleep four and who would like a compact vehicle to drive. 

Base Vehicle

  • FIAT Ducato
  • Gearbox: automatic 
  • Engine: 140 bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: four
  • Length: 5.41m (17’ 8”)
  • NCC Approved: no

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 3500kg
  • Mass in running order: 3023kg
  • B Licence compatible

Conversion

  • Layout: central kitchen / central washroom / rear fixed transverse bed / pop top roof
  • Number of berths: four
  • Bed sizes: rear bed 1.35m /1.15m x 1.94m
    (4' 5"/3' 9" x 6' 4"), roof bed 1.35m x 1.94m
    (4' 5" x 6' 4")
  • Fridge size: 95-litres
  • Heating: Truma Combi 6
  • ISOfix Points: none

Energy Versatility

  • Leisure battery supplied (power): two 95Ah AGM (fitted option)
  • Solar panel/foil: 100W (fitted option)
  • Gas cylinder/tank: gas compartment for one cylinder, maximum size 2.75kg

Price

  • Price from £66,207
  • Price as entered £79,077

Check with your local Pilote dealer for the latest prices and availability

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Pilote P626D Évidence

2022 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Up to Four-Berth Coachbuilt motorhomes under 7 metres

Gallery

Coachbuilt exterior, white, red graphics

Pilote P626D Évidence exterior

Cream upholstery, wooden furniture, cream interior

Pilote P626D Évidence interior

The Judges’ said …

Another great all-rounder with some intelligent design tweaks to ensure it works as a genuine multi-berth

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato
  • Gearbox: automatic
  • Engine: 140bhp 
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 6.2m / 20' 3"
  • NCC Approved: No

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 3500kg / free of charge upgrade 3650kg
  • Mass in running order: 2805kg
  • B Licence compatible (maximum weight 3500kg)
  • C1 Licence required (maximum weight 3650kg)

Conversion

  • Rear kitchen / rear washroom / drop down front bed
  • Number of berths: 4
  • Bed sizes: 2.0m x 1.25m (6' 5" x 4' 10"), 2.0m x 1.6m (6' 5" x 5' 2")
  • Fridge size: 139-litre
  • Heating: Truma Combi 4
  • ISOfix Points: None

Price

  • Price from £69,000
  • Price as entered: £69,000

Pilote P696U Expression

2022 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Two-Berth Coachbuilt motorhomes

Gallery

Coachbuilt exterior, white, red graphics

Pilote P696U Expression exterior

Coachbuilt interior, white/deep purple upholstery, white/wood furniture

Pilote P696U Expression interior

The Judges’ said …

Bright and appealing with stacks of ooh la la!

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato
  • Gearbox: automatic
  • Engine: 140bhp 
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 6.99m / 22' 9"
  • NCC Approved: No

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 3500kg
  • Mass in running order: 2865kg
  • B Licence compatible

Conversion

  • Central kitchen / central washroom / rear lounge
  • Number of berths: 2
  • Bed sizes: 1.6m x 2.0m (5' 2" x 6' 5")
  • Fridge size: 153-litre
  • Heating: Truma Combi 4
  • ISOfix Points: None

Price

  • Price from £63,400
  • Price as entered: £63,400

Pilote P626D Évidence

2021 Motorhome and Campervan Design Awards Buyers Guide
4.5 stars
Up to Four Berth Coachbuilts

The Assessors’ said …

Space-efficient and chic, the Évidence has a UK-friendly spec

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato
  • Gearbox: automatic
  • Engine: 140bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 6.2m / 20’ 3”
  • NCC Approved: No

Weights

  • 3500kg is B Licence compatible
  • Upgrade to 3650kg requires a C1 Licence

Conversion

  • Price as entered £57,940
  • Number of berths: 2+2
  • Bed sizes: 2.0m x 1.25m (6' 5" x 4' 10") / 2.0m x 1.6m (6' 5" x 5' 2")
  • Rear kitchen / rear washroom / front lounge
  • Fridge size: 138 litres
  • Garage: Yes
  • ISOfix points fitted: none

Pilote V630LG Special Edition

2021 Motorhome and Campervan Design Awards Buyers Guide
4.5 stars
Van Conversions over 6 metres

The Assessors’ said …

Ideal for those looking for motorhome comfort with the freedom of a campervan.  A superb all-year option for off-grid fans with two 130Ah batteries, and the door is on the UK side!

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato 
  • Gearbox: manual 
  • Engine: 140bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 2
  • Length: 6.36m / 20’ 8” 
  • NCC Approved: No

Weights

  • Maximum weight 3500kg 
  • B Licence compatible

Conversion

  • Price from £54,884
  • Number of berths: 2
  • Bed sizes: 1.86m x 0.75m (6' 1" x 2' 4") and 1.86m x 0.75m
    (6' 1" x 2' 4") which coverts into a king size bed
  • Layout: Central kitchen / central washroom / rear lounge
  • Fridge size: 85 litres
  • ISOfix points: none