2024 Motorhome of the Year - Chausson's X650 is a game-changer!

Buckle up as we dive into the future of travel with the 2024 Motorhome of the Year - a true marvel on the roads. 🌟 From its innovative layout to jaw-dropping features, this award-winning motorhome is truly a worth overall winner at The MMM Motorhome Awards 2024, delivered in association with Creation Personal Finance. Let's roll into the extraordinary world of the Motorhome of the Year 2024! 🏆🚀 #MotorhomeReview #InnovationOnWheels #RoadTripRevolution
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◼️ REVIEWED BY: Peter Vaughan, Group Motorhome Road Test Editor for MMM magazine and What Motorhome magazine Editor. Peter has been writing about motorhomes since the age of 14, has a love of touring France and is mad about old Italian sports cars.
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[@philipellis7039]

Ooh I’ll enjoy this video. Had a quick look at an X650 at the NEC show and I really liked it but my wife hated it. Made a mental note for post divorce…

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

A bit drastic? Maybe you can find a 'van you both like on this channel? What didn't she like?

[@philipellis7039]

@@MotorhomeCampervan I like to keep my options open! She doesn’t like drop down beds, I’m not really sure why but I think she thinks they are going to fail and/or be difficult to get in and out of.

[@KoDeMondo]

​@@MotorhomeCampervan what I normally don't like of each of them That are too obvious, They are not discreet, because they do not do them in a way that goes unnoticed

[@Darranna]

I don’t your have enough money after the divorce to buy a box, let alone a Motorhome, compromise is much cheaper 😂

[@Flaggyt]

​@@KoDeMondo that is only a problem if you want to be somewhere you shouldn't be.

[@stevepeary5322]

They are taking the absolute pi55 with those additional pack prices. £2.5k for a reversing camera and a pioneer head unit. OMG

[@Naessey]

I couldn’t agree more. Why are they providing these extras when they should be standard in Field? I live in Australia and Fiat 2.2 as seen as dogs. Regardless of the upgrades, they are powering overweight campervan and chewing up fuel. Highly powered unit (180hp) autos or 3L automatics are the preferred option. Additionally, we have limited support for Fiat in Australia, and the 2.2 unit is known to have massive issues. I recently bought a 3L Mercedes sprinter with low kms, and seven speed with a terrible interior. AUS15k later, it’s state of the art. Why would you stress your engine so much with low powered unit and manual? It makes absolutely no sense to me.

[@josh_bfc_2769]

A superb versatile van I'd use as a daily. Nothing difficult to alter into sleeping accommodation from ordinary day to day use as far as I can see. We'll laid out. Great video 👍

[@_bav]

@10:12 - that's almost a "Here's Peter!" moment (à la The Shining!) 🤣🤣

[@darrylparsons4539]

We need this type of design in North America.

[@StephMcAlea]

I'd fill the 'changing room' with books! 😂 It looks lovely.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Just be careful of the weight - books are heavier than clothes

[@tonysutton6559]

@@MotorhomeCampervan No if you're into light reading.

[@gregchapman5556]

Brilliant design. Perfect for me and my miniature dachshund 😊.

[@kevingriffin6199]

You know what I like this van deserves motor home of the year. I might get one. Thanks for the review.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Thanks. Let us know if you buy one!

[@karlospappy8908]

Great review Peter and a great looking van, I particularly like the rear panel and side mouldings along the bottom and wheel arches but I don't like drop down beds as the main bed because if your both sat inside then you both have to go and get up at the same time. Mrs K likes a lie in and I don't so a rear bed and front dinette works for us. Cheers K.

[@toddy505]

fabulous van and comprehensive review, i’m not convinced with Jimmy Krankie’s dressing room though 😂

[@marcusoutdoors4999]

Love the dramatic into… I thought you were going to emerge like Arnie with sunglasses and a mean look. Great review and nice van.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Thank you

[@dianeyoung2914]

Beautiful van, they have practically thought of eveything, I really like it.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Glad you like it!

[@pt712]

Very good review. The cream is the nicer off the two but better if comes in ref.

[@biskienator]

nice looking van and being a FIAT you'll be able to break down in beautiful and remote locations...

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Why? Fiat doesn't seem to be any less reliable than other vans. The Ducato is well proven

[@Johndoe10007]

I’m collecting my new x650 in 2 weeks and I’m heading on a continental tour . I was also an owner of the x550 in 2022 and this is now covering the extra storage so it’s got everything now for what I need 😊

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Fantastic - Let us know how you get on!

[@Johndoe10007]

I will 😀

[@JamieVauxnut1]

​@Johndoe10007 I'm going to view a x550 next week can I ask why you traded it for the x650 and if you had any issues with build quality? I hear there were problems with the roofs leaking in early models

[@TCMOTORHOMES]

Great video as always!

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

I appreciate that

[@mickobrien6360]

Great review, thanks .

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Glad it was helpful!

[@666JGNotts]

Great review as usual 😊 Whilst I don’t have anywhere near enough money to get something like this , you can always dream! When you compare something like this with an expensive car, then this looks like decent value because you are getting far more in a motohome than you do in a car and you can pay well over 40K just for a Kia these days

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Residual values are much better, too! Maybe you can find something to suit by buying secondhand? This might help - www.outandaboutlive.co.uk/motorhomes/news/buying-your-perfect-motorhome-2024-on-sale-now

[@abdkaiali4228]

ممتازة جدا عجبتني كثيرا ❤

[@carolynhaywood7701]

Wow what a fabulous van, great review. This is one I would definitely consider if I hadn’t just bought my new one.👍

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

What did you buy?

[@carolynhaywood7701]

@@MotorhomeCampervan I bought an Auto Trail F60 without the drop-down bed. I’d previously had a Sunlight 540 and then an Elddis Autoquest CV60 campervans but I wanted more room and a better washroom and separate shower.

[@unfurling3129]

​@@carolynhaywood7701Good choice, u'll be very happy w what u got

[@motorhomemarketplace]

This looks mega to be fair!

[@travelcampervansandmore]

That looks a lot like a Chausson😉

[@OurWedding2012]

Congratulations to Chausson for this vehicle, well done for this award. We had a 2015 728eb, that year the smaller new 710 won this award, with a similar bed that lowers right down. We decided to go for the larger vehicle with the fixed bed and realised the DD Bed only lowered to the top of the seat travel seat backrests. We only used it a couple of times for family guests in the 9 yrs we had it. This looks a great MH with campervan width. Anyone got a spare£80k that you would like to donate to our leisure and 😮 retirement plans?

[@rosswhittleton6277]

It would look good with a matt Nato green paint job with some all- season tyres.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

You could get it wrapped!

[@kevinlucas8437]

❤❤❤ very nice, great use of space. But for me, I would need a bigger unit, more like 25 to 27'

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

We review those too - plenty of big 'vans on the channel if you subscribe

[@bartmille3300]

It’s like watching David Attenborough, but for campers. 😊

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Thank you, but maybe a young David Attenborough!!

[@pan6593]

Great and entertaining review of a vehicle with a lot of nice ideas and features. Still not my overall taste of arrangement, but the features given are quite a cool package.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Thanks for watching!

[@christinecorner8973]

Great video, thank you. Are the sofas comfortable to sit on or very hard?

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Pretty comfy, I think, but that's subjective like the firmness of beds.

[@tommo9757]

I've just come across your channel. I've no idea why but your delivery reminds me of Quentin Wilson.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

That's probably no bad thing, he seems to have done alright!

[@tonywilliams1532]

There doesn’t appear to be a lot of storage for longer multiple weeks/months. Love the style and would deffo consider if the storage was at least as good as our Devon Aztec. But for OH, me & dog with two bikes I just can’t see it. 10/10 for styling though. An underslung gas tank would free up some more storage.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Plenty of storage in the garage/wardrobe?

[@celtic-audiophile]

Extremely smart, the bed would be an issue in the real world. Many people will have two layers of pillows for reading the blind will certainly sustain damage, and for tall people a challenge as it would be impossible to have your head at the max with the blind, so anyone over 6ft not good.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

It wouldn't be difficult to carry a board to protect the blind, as provided in some German 'vans

[@IverKnackerov]

Smaller garage than my Adria twin PVC, much less internal light (no barn doors at the back, no side sliding door), less overhead storage cupboards at front, bathroom no better - (toilet gets soaked in this one unlike ours ) - and a much smaller bed, that renders the lounge unusable. And this is progress? I don’t see the point of a lounge equipped to seat 6, in a van that is capable of carrying 4, but in all likelihood will be used by 2 people for 95%+ of the time.

[@Jerry-dp9er]

@kensladen which Adria model do you have out of interest? Sounds a worthy alternative.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

The Adria Twin is great but it has a huge number of rivals and many UK buyers find the lounge too small in this type of vehicle. A lot of owners like more room to put their feet up, sprawl, etc.

[@andrewstevenson6540]

I'd prefer the Adria too. If you're traveling long distances and need 40 minutes kip pop off the shoes and the beds already for a lie down. I'd worry about all these electric beds/wardrobes as the warranty passes too.

[@IverKnackerov]

@@Jerry-dp9erI have the Supreme SLB ….on 6.3m base chassis.

[@IverKnackerov]

@@MotorhomeCampervanI agree the lounging area is smaller, but I’d argue these vans are primarily designed for 2 people….2 + 2 small kids at a push. That’s the job they need to do brilliantly and the traditional “continental” layout does that best. With two people, we can sprawl as much as we want with feet up on the two travel seats Plus, in a Twin I get a 6’4” double permanent super king width bed, and I don’t have to climb over a partner to get out. Or block the small side door when the bed is down….or lose my lounge as soon as one person wants to retire to bed.

[@user-zy3qj2hb2s]

I wish the American Rv industry, would start creating cool stuff. Always the same.

[@ron9320]

Excellent video and Narrator

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Thank you kindly!

[@michaelyard7820]

I will stick with my allegro 94 it’s ideal 6:30

[@unfurling3129]

Kitchen definitely needs a folding flap for more workspace

[@muddymarvellous]

Hi Dan, what ever happened to your friends the The Morleys . They were lovely, bumped into him Few times

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Dan??

[@meadyplays6235]

I’m getting one of these as soon as my house sells and going touring indefinitely!

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Have fun!

[@psjvirtualreality397]

Waste of space at the back. Bunks would ot been a total game changer. I don’t want a 80k wardrobe on wheels. Everything else is nice about the van but same old

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

It's a garage - why is that a waste of space? Most buyers want room for outdoor gear... Hardly "same old" - the only 'van that comes close in this size is the closely related X550

[@psjvirtualreality397]

@@MotorhomeCampervan The garage can be slung under, the space above could be utilised by have a fold away bunk that increases space for sleepong. Having a lounge that converts into a bed creates issues when you have 4 onboard as that space is not useable for breakfast when someone has a lie in or sleeps early

[@michaelpendered4156]

Very much enjoy your reviewing style , superbly done. Regards the Chauson 650X does the sat nav have the vehicle dimensions come pre loaded. We own a roller Team based on the fiat chasis with a sat nav that does not consider the vehicle dimensions, which has caused many a tricky moment, we now use a Ohrex sat nav with dimension loading available that did nt break the bank

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Thank you! Re sat-nav, I doubt it, but as it's a narrow-bodied vehicle it's much less of an issue. Anywhere an Amazon van fits...

[@Aidan-tu4un]

3.25 was there really a rip in the seam around the gear knob sleeve??

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

I certainly don't remember it being ripped or I would have pointed that out

[@patrickdulfo7792]

Ill actually buy one no kidding.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Good for you. Let us know how you get on

[@patdrew3316]

What an amazing vehicle. SHhme I don't have £85k 🙂

[@nickhills8061]

I’ve had my X550 for just over a year and wouldn’t swap it for an X650. The bathroom in the X650 is massively inferior and I have no issue at all with the storage in the X550 garage.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

The X550 is great but many buyers were demanding more storage for bikes, outdoor chairs, etc - hence the X650. I like both!

[@shaunwilliamson9193]

It does look incredible but what's the weight as I'm stuck with 3500 kg.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

No problem with this 'van, it's 3,500kg

[@judewilliams9345]

For that price, I definitely would NOT buy it. I prefer a separate bedroom. Great video 👌

[@garybird8646]

Out of my price range unless i can get a right hand drive model in France and save around 10k over the UK price.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

I haven't checked any savings on the Continent but these are usually swallowed up by extra spec on UK models (oven etc), the higher price of a RHD chassis and transport costs to the UK

[@muddymarvellous]

Three pin plugs in kitchen are oddly 😲 positioned. Should be on the wall above the wet area of the drainer...

[@NoOne-hv1wz]

Is that a drawer under the table when you folded it away?

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

There's no drawer under the table

[@magicroundabout5081]

Great basic van, hate the x on the ceiling and the brand graphics all over it like a rash. What's the door doing on the offside, roadside?

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Almost all imported motorhomes have their door on the continental side. In reality it doesn't matter - you almost never park in the road

[@april7_]

Ok for me 191cm tall it is almost as impossible as those tin case vans, so bed is out of question (got now 220x140cm) and toilet must have a separate shower or you never use it! And a proper garage? You can not say that for this closet! It is a garage when you can esily fit a scooter or motorcycle in it and it leaves half empty with it! So my 2008 model is not so bad that I occasionally think! Good review! 👍

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Glad you liked the review. You won't find a 'van of this size with a garage that big. Most want a garage for bikes rather than a motorbike and this takes two normal cycles.

[@tonysutton6559]

I suspect that the shower door is held back in the open position for travel to reduce rattling noises on the road.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Quite possibly but it seems a poor solution

[@tonysutton6559]

@@MotorhomeCampervan Yes, it looks horrible.

[@KimCheese12]

이걸 집으로 사용하려는 사람에게 좋겠네요. 시트 한 곳은 더 넓게 만들면 훨씬 더 유용할 듯

[@SteRowling]

hi, Peter, do you know anything about the wheels on the X650, chausson seem to have changed the wheel to a black and diamond cut sliver wheel when buying the automatic, but say nothing about it on any marketing and our dealer new nothing about this too, except to state that the automatics are coming in with a different wheel?? kind of spoils the look, and not what we thought we had ordered !! Would love to hear if you have heard anything about this. Many thanks jo

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Haven't heard, but I'll ask Chausson

[@SteRowling]

thank you@@MotorhomeCampervan , that would be great, I've emailed Chausson twice but not heard back from them, we pick the X650 up on Monday!! probably just gonna have to stick with the other alloys, which just don't look as good on the van!!

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

I asked Chausson and they tell me that Fiat supply the automatics with a different design of wheel because the front axle is different, so the wheels can't be swapped, unfortunately. You might be able to get the wheels painted entirely black, which would probably cost between £50 and £100 per wheel @@SteRowling

[@SteRowling]

Thanks for that, yeah we pretty much worked out it was fiat that must be doing this, but chausson really need to make it know to customers before they buy, and they find out a few days before you pick up that it doesn't have the black wheels on it that you thought you where getting !! 🤪 Still we have it now, and it's just fa, so looking forward to our first trip. Thanks for your help, and keep up the great reviews, they're super helpful 😀👍👍@@MotorhomeCampervan

[@ZanyWabbit]

Would have thought for that price, headunit, solar, leisure battery etc would be included

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

The price is competitive. Not everyone wants/needs solar

[@ZanyWabbit]

​@MotorhomeCampervan as I said for that price I would have thought it would have been included.. competitive price irrelevant

[@JollyG62]

Motorhome of the year 2024 It's the first of March ! Lets forget the rest of the year then 🙂

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

The motorhome model year starts in June, so the press are already getting invites to see 2025-season vehicles. Anything launched from now will be called a 2025 model and will be judged in next year's awards.

[@paulisakson3221]

You know what would make this one perfect? Offer it on the Ford chassis! Then this would be my number one choice.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Yes, I'd prefer Ford version but it's Fiat only

[@andrewstevenson6540]

Any excuse to get that shirt on😊

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

LOL!

[@Unitedflyier]

Great review. Thanks. Does any manufacturer make a gas hob with a microwave instead of an oven? An air fryer is more useful than an oven.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

There are 'vans with a microwave instead of an oven but remember that you'll need hook-up (or an expensive inverter and battery upgrade) to run a microwave, so a gas oven is more useful.

[@oliverbrookes27]

Looks like the rear area is a solution to a problem someone invented.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Surely a variable garage size is useful, depending on needs?

[@LB-W]

Love the vehicle but the cooker is dated and not in keeping with the rest of the van. So many modern alternatives to choose from.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

The European spec is just a two-burner hob (and more storage). Chausson has chosen a cooker for the UK that's still extremely popular here as it includes a full-sized oven and a grill

[@CM9999999999]

I think I will stick with my burstner travel van ltd edition. It does everything this can do but better and it’s the same size

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

I like the Travel Van but surely your lounge is a lot smaller and your garage is a fixed size. I think your 'van is wider, too

[@CM9999999999]

@@MotorhomeCampervan It’s the same width. We specifically chose it because it was a narrow cosy built as we were upgrading from a van based design. Ours does have a bigger fixed garage which we need for bikes. I’m sure the interior will be proportioned to the different tasks differently as that where the compromises have to be to get it all in a sub 7m platform.

[@JenniBrown]

Fine if you want to go to bed together, or even as a single once you have decided to go to bed you don't want to use the lounge.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

There's only so much you can get into a 'van this compact

[@garyrowe58]

So, what is the new game?

[@larkmike]

Why do you tease us in the United States, where it is not available?

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Sorry. Maybe it'll give your US converters some ideas...

[@arkadventure2]

Not keen on the east west bed.

[@slomo7951]

How to display your trade plates When you display trade plates, you must: put them on both the front and back of the vehicle, or just the back for motorcycles make them visible and easily readable from a distance of 20 metres put them on the outside of the vehicle not cover the existing number plates, unless it’s a motorcycle

[@dansmith540]

Hope the wardrobe doesn’t malfunction while somebody is in it unfortunately it will suffer the same faults as the electric beds.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

You'd use this a lot less regularly and there a plenty of happy electric bed owners out there...

[@Aidan-tu4un]

Why aren’t automatic gearboxes standard???

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Because motorhomes are based on light commercial vehicles where manuals dominate, and because automatic options can be expensive - anything from £2k to £4k

[@Aidan-tu4un]

@@MotorhomeCampervan I appreciate that… but as a UK expat, when I rent a car in UK it is very unusual to find an automatic (without paying high price) whereas on the continent the reverse is the case… as campervan drivers tend to do more miles, they should push for automatics to be standard (and therefore cheaper)… maybe if you bought on the continent, the price differential would reverse. (And it would be easier for you to come for holidays over here- I drove a UK car for about a month before ditching it for a LHD)

[@jeffcalvert4917]

A lot of packs required.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Only 2 packs here, some are much worse

[@TheUrbanSplash]

Motorhome bubble has burst. Won’t get away with outrageous list prices this year. Elddis laying off staff is an indicator. Hopefully a second hand bargain soon.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Don't bet on it. Chassis and component costs are high, staffing costs, electricity etc not getting cheaper. And secondhand prices are kept up by new vehicle prices

[@Groegselmaschupp]

I‘d go for the Giottiline 350 anytime. a lot cheaper, a lot more room, same length and a standalone big shower. Bigger Bed and the cushions stay where they are. These funny electric gadgets just make this car more expensive and there’s more stuff for expensive repairs.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

The Giottiline is a lot wider which makes a big difference on many UK roads

[@JC-cd7oq]

the cheap window blackout screen, deal breaker

[@Fiveminded]

Great video, very informative..... but.... What's with all the presenters talking like Joe Brand, mixed with Top Gear and Captain Kirk? Is it a new mobile home KZbinrs talk style? "This... camper.... has... a.... fullsizetwometerbed. Which...... is........ quite...... comfortable...... Ifyouareatallpersonwhoneedsmorespace.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

No one else is complaining....

[@stevebennett6727]

Have just done a part exchange deal for our Chausson to change to a Dreamer by Rapido campervan. Sorry to say but even tho our motorhome had a quirky layout, the quality of a Chausson are absolutely dreadful. Could never recommend one to anyone. Like I say quirky layouts pity about the build quality

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Generally Chausson has a pretty decent reputation in the industry. Shame yours disappointed

[@jonjon738]

How can you have 2024 Motorhome of the Year after only six weeks???

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Because the motorhome manufacturing season started last June and anything launched from now on will be for the 2025 model year

[@jonjon738]

@@MotorhomeCampervan That explains it - who knew motorhomes had seasons (apart from you). I don't watch a lot of motorhome videos but this just popped up and looked interesting.

[@blurayffan66]

The chairs in the living area do not look very comfortable...and since I would have my ass parked so often in them it would be enough to put me off this motorhome- who cares about the bloody adjustable wardrobe.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Actually, the lounge is comfy, with plenty of space and including the cab seats too

[@blurayffan66]

It's a lovely van but I do not see anything groundbreaking about it. But perhaps I am a little biased as I prefer rear lounges. Great review by the way- love your videos.

[@amcrome]

£3999 to upgrade to 180bhp? That can't be right it's a simple remap. Any sensible person will just get it independently done for about £300

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

It's more than than that. We asked Stellantis for the differences and they told us - A different turbocharger, a variable swirl, different air duct in the cylinder head to cope with the intake manifold without variable swirl. Also, remapping a brand-new 'van will invalidate your warranty.

[@amcrome]

appreciate the clarification - you often hear that they downgrade the performance so they can charge you for the upgrade, this is clearly not the case here@@MotorhomeCampervan

[@patrickmurphy4039]

Hands up who will fit on the toilet,,,,,,

[@VandromedasTravels]

Nobody - I certainly wouldn't. Quite the worst lavabogatory setup I've seen. How this got Motorhome of the Year, I cannot fathom. Loads of style, no substance.

[@Naessey]

Why on earth wouldn’t you go 180 hp and automatic as standard. 140 and manual for this is way too low. You’ll end up burning more fuel than the auto. Adding these as extra doesn’t make this cost-effective option. There is so much competition today and configuring a manual underpowered powertrain to an incredible internal proposition is not the best way forward. These are options that you can’t easily change in the future. I would rather have an overpowered economical unit and poor cabin because this can be easily rectified for little cost vs replacing engine. I live in Australia and a friend of mine had his caravan completely revamped for $7500 cash in hand . In summary, the carpenter took everything that existed and rearranged it. You can’t do that with an underpowered engine and manual gearbox. I know it’s country dependent but in Australia, buying the 2.2 L diesel Fiat is a no no . Anyone with any experience and long-term touring knows this is not an engine to consider.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

The Fiat is still a best-seller in Europe and many models that are much bigger than this have 140hp as standard. Autos are popular but Fiat can't supply enough of them

[@LB-W]

Love this van but build quality bad so bad. Chausson needs to do better for the money. I’d have it in a blink if they could build quality.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

I had absolutely no issues with build quality on this test

[@historybuff1000]

wot no microwave?, the side window blinds are a poor design, overall it's far too cramped.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

It really is far from cramped. I can't think of a 'van of this size (only 6.36m long, van width) that is more spacious! Only one blind is of the roll-up type - the alternative would be a shorter bed, so I know which I'd prefer. No, it doesn't have a microwave, but it has a gas oven, which is far more useful because it can be used without hook-up.

[@muddymarvellous]

Crazy that for £83k motorhome has windows...😮 The new Swift Trekker will be interesting. BUY BRITISH

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Swift Trekker review coming soon. If you've subscribed you'll get notification

[@IverKnackerov]

Not a chance … I only buy on quality and value, not on nationality.

[@ME1970freedom]

Again : The bed is to small. It has to be 160 wide, that is the minimum. And for a chausson to expensive , it is Not premium

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Very few drop-down beds are 1.60m wide and none in a 'van this small. No, Chausson is mainstream rather than premium but the price is comparable with other mainstream 2024 models.

[@dazk8272]

Is no one talking about the Elephant in the room !!!! The price is around 100.000 Euros !!!! for this price I have seen much much much better !!!!!

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

UK price is from £76,990, which is very competitive. You can buy bigger for the money but that's not the point. This 'van offers so much in a panel van-sized vehicle.

[@petejones4698]

Like What ???

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

@@petejones4698 Drop-down bed (so no bed-making) as well as a garage. So much more feeling of space than in a panel van.

[@themasterofdisguise]

Always amazes me how people pay more for less... "Compact" is such a marketing tool that fools fall for....🤦🏻‍♂️😆

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Compact is about being able to park easily and drive on country lanes without scratching the side of your 'van or damaging your door mirrors...

[@themasterofdisguise]

@@MotorhomeCampervan that’s the best you can up with for the extortionate prices? Laughable 🙄

[@kyleg136]

Promo`SM 😢

[@sjefhendrickx2257]

How do you clean your asss in that small toilet🥺

[@tonebonetones]

Stand out takeaway is this very annoying, eye watering 'extras' list. Before too long, a standard vehicle will simply be a chassis, one seat, and an engine. It's not restricted to luxury campervans either. KTM motorcycles, for example, lead the way with things like quickshifters and certain electronic enhancements actually fitted to the standard bikes...... but punters have to shell out extra cash to access these on the display. I am thinking of selling my flat in the down the toilet UK, buying a campervan and touring Europe, working as a digital nomad. What puts me off, however, is the unpalatable roads are crammed as it is, without having to have this massive girth of a vehicle to manoeuvre on them.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

But there are hardly any extra cost items on this vehicle compared with many rivals. If you prefer a really "all inclusive" approach ro prices, maybe look at Swift and Bailey

[@brendalloyd1903]

Why doesn't this guy talk normal? Van's lovely tho

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

What's not normal? 80,000 subscribers seem to like what I do...

[@martinfreedman]

That amount of money and so little water, soaf, battery. Wha a joke.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

If that's your opinion, what mass-produced motorhome of this size does better?

[@martinfreedman]

I don't know. Am interested in campervans as most motorhomes are too big. Just about every single campervan which is smaller than this motorhome has higher specification all regards. Very surprised to see such a larger motorhome with such a low specification@@MotorhomeCampervan

[@fredflintstone1428]

If that van is van of the year, how hideous are the others? Horrible cheap looking van that is so overpriced it's unbelievable.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Not sure what's "cheap looking" about it? As for the price, it's spot on in the market for 2024 What 'vans do you like?

[@lesb1anlesb1an]

I have to have to agree it looks horrible and cheap and very over priced

[@paulmcdonald4508]

watched until i seen the price....spend a fortune to live like your homeless

[@gadgetgaz66]

what a rip off, charging extra for fly screens, lights and other useful stuff. poor value.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

It's only really the total cost that matters, surely, and that's spot on for a 2024 'van

[@D4SA]

so everything is an extra costing just a few thousand quid, another rip off

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

I have no idea why it's a rip off! Just look at the total figure and it's competitive and, if you don't want the extras, order it without

[@VandromedasTravels]

Crikey - that lavabogatory, man. I mean, you're teeny tiny, and there's no way you'd manage to, erm, clean up post nº2 in there without stepping straight into the shower bit. A bloke my size would have no chance. And as for the dumb waiter style wardrobe? What a complete waste of space that is. If that's the future, thank goodness we just got a Travel Mater 565 - not THAT is a motorhome worthy of praise. This? Nope - deffo not for me.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

I've never been described as tiny before. Maybe I can cancel the diet! The adjustable garage/wardrobe surely is ideal for those who don't always carry bikes or other bulky gear? If you've got a Coachman Travel Master, that's a rather different size/price. Did you watch our review? kzbin.info/www/bejne/nXiznHqPrNuiadU It was one of our award winners last year...

[@VandromedasTravels]

@@MotorhomeCampervan I stand 6'2", am rather well north of 120KG, so most people look teeny tiny to me. I've always thought that he folks who design lavabogatories in motorhomes must be able to fit in a RyanAir carry-on bag sizer jig, because they don't seem to understand that A: there's a standard height for the loo seat for a reason (ie not up at 2'8" on a plinth) and B: folks with an inside leg measurement over 27" do exist, as do folks with a waist measurement over 30" and hips over 40". Truthfully, I know an awful lot of folks who would never be able to use that loo remotely sensibly. It's far too cramped. Yes, I did watch the review - numerous times. It was actually instrumental in us making the decision to purchase ours, for which, many thanks. And yes, it's bigger, better suited to our needs, and, while not cheap per se, is amazingly well priced versus similarly specified higher end vans. And has no options list to bump the price up (aside from the execrably priced £500 option to have remote control over heating and lighting, something I'm trying to get changed). I mean, kudos to you for plonking your hind end on the throne - it's something too few reviewers do, IMHO, so we viewers don't get too much of an idea how roomy the smallest room actually is. As for the garage - the lip is too high, I think, and there's a school of thought that opines that more electrically moveable parts bring with them more opportunities for failure. But then, I don't do small - truth be told, I'd happily go for an American style RV with slide-outs and a huge black waste tank were I not of an age which probably precludes me taking the necessary HGV test without annual medicals...

[@johndunn9952]

get to the f---ing point

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Or I could provide a comprehensive review for those seriously considering spending £80k...

[@georgiaaaable]

Over designed and gimmicky, not for me at all

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

The only thing that could be described as gimmick is the Smart Dressing Room but just think of it as a garage that's the exact size you want and it's not a gimmick

[@johnpaget9687]

boring

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Thank you for your erudite and insightful comment, it makes all the hours of hard work on our content worthwhile

[@StephMcAlea]

I love your videos... but I wish you'd stop 'clacking' or tutting your mouth at the end of every sentence. It's really off-putting.

[@jerryglover5435]

And. Pause. Talking. Pause. Like . Jeremy Clarkson. Just talk normal mate