WORLD FIRST TEST Unique 4x4 Hymer with stairs and a sundeck

[@johnjones8572]

I think I might have watched this 5/6 times and I'm still amazed by it. I served my apprenticeship in Alexanders coachbuilders (building public service busses) and the innovation on this vehicle is beyond me. I wonder what version two would be like. Keep up the great reviews.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Thank you. The Venture S is pretty amazing, isn't it?

[@outdoorsman2b918]

This is a beautiful coach. I could flood you with comments of what I like. My only "negative" comments are: 1. With the exception of the corner cutout, is the mattress a standard size that you can get standard linen? 2. I wish the rear lounge area could be transformed in a bigger, two adults bed. In a long trip, you will need sleep at the city in a stealthy way. It will be complicated or prohibited to sleep in a car. For a couple is almost perfect. But it will be great a longer version for a family of 4. Meaning 2 additional seats in the rear with seatbelts, a the lounge to become a queen size bed.

[@MarkHawk]

My wife and I are in the US, and we want one of these pretty badly. We work jobs that are hard to take proper vacations together and it would be nice to just have something like this for more spontaneous travel when we can get a 3-4 day weekend.

[@BWT599]

I would just get the Jayco Terrain. Just as capable and rear passenger seats.

[@MarkHawk]

@@BWT599 Thanks for the suggestion. We’ll check it out!

[@peromalmstrom7668]

If you were in the market with £200k, then RP Motorhomes, would come-out on top. This just looks top-heavy (Like an old UK Military Land-Rover Ambulance) that could easily roll, especially in high winds! Personally, would rather buy a normal branded Camper Van (Say a Swift Carrera), spend £30k, with suspension, wheels, hydraulic self levelling, lithium & solar upgrades, wifi, additional lights with roof-rack as a sitting area on top & still have the perfect van for off-grid living. At least it would be around £100k with all upgrades (The other £100k saved, you could use as your travel budget!). Oh yes, that is what I've done! The market for this does not make much sense, though as another viewer commentated, Hymer are betting on the possibility some out there will go & buy this thing! Good luck!

[@simonsackett]

RP Motorhomes are only taking orders in October for 2025 vans! Amazing that there's so many people able to spend that much on a camper. I wish I could.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Not sure why it looks any more top heavy than any other 4x4 Sprinter - they're all tall. Hymer has invested a huge amount to build this and the sales are already proving the demand, as well as resulting in extra sales of other Hymer models

[@bluecarefreeforever]

I feel you are being disingenuous. Yes you save your money. Well done. Firstly you never knew you were saving that money and then whilst you are happy with what you have, this Hymer has genuinely created innovations I have not seen combined into one vehicle. Have you got the auto insulated roof? Have you got bespoke off grid vehicle with DG Glass, and built in protection bodywork? The table is one of the best ones I have seen in a MH. The money is in the detail, technology and hymer quality that I can’t quite imagine any Swift quality regardless of spending the upgrades can never get anywhere near that product. End of…you are happy and saved 100k you reckon but personally wouldn’t want the grief creating what you’ve got when this hymer is done and finished.

[@steve7535]

200k for that keep it

[@celtic-audiophile]

The big negative is the bed, having owned a T6 the noise in a pop top is unacceptable for me, we always slept downstairs. I’m wondering about it in the wind as well. Leaving that , it’s incredible.

[@mikael3201]

The noise you are making when you "sleep" 😊 or ...

[@celtic-audiophile]

@@mikael3201 the outside noise level increases by a level of 3 or 4 sleeping up top. If I ever went back to a VW I would have a high top with insulation. I do get your humour though 😜

[@mikael3201]

@@celtic-audiophile Well I am used to sleep in a big air tent, so it is all relative, compared to a regular tent, I think these "walls" might be thicker.

[@snowdrop629]

Real overlanders wouldnt even look at it , that door looks insecure and the poptop would be an elephants dream to rub against, lovely van great looking but its all trousers, no braces…

[@AURELIUSxx]

Аnd it’s very bright

[@MonstaMunch101]

The Hymer website is incredibly confusing. The configurator says it can have 4 belted seats and that it's 4 berth, but when you go to the configurator it only allows 2 belted seats (driver and front passenger) and there's no mention of where the additional 2 berths go (I see from your video the sofa at the rear can fold into a bed but there's no mention of it anywhere on the website). This vehicle is exactly what my wife and I would like to buy but we need it to fit our son too and although the spec says that's possible, the configurator seems to disagree. Any clarification would be appreciated.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

I've never seen an option to add rear travel seats. Why not consider an RP Rebellion 4 instead? We've reviewed that, too

[@MonstaMunch101]

@@MotorhomeCampervan Thanks for the suggestion. With the Hymer I can kind of see where the money goes. There's a lot of innovation resulting in great practicality which no doubt cost a lot to develop. RP's just (to me at least) seem like generic semi-offroad motorhomes with an inexplicable markup. I think the solution is likely going to be getting an Iveco Daily 4x4 based motorhome from one of the plethora of European manufacturers building on them at the moment.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

@@MonstaMunch101 I think you need to go to see RP. There's nothing generic about what they do. I've just spent a day with their Rebellion 2 and it has far greater off-grid potential than the Hymer

[@MonstaMunch101]

@@MotorhomeCampervan Appreciate the insight, and you're right, I haven't examined one in person. I have however had some first hand experience with Bocklet and their vehicles seem to offer far better off grid potential with more innovation at a similar price point. Worth noting that we aren't looking to do any massive global expedition or anything, I just own some forest land around the UK which we enjoy spending time in as well as potentially doing some short (ish) trips to relatively nearby places like Iceland.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

@@MonstaMunch101 No one in the UK matches RP for off-grid potential in my opinion. There's some real innovation in the tech, with more coming Feb next year. And there's factory support in the UK

[@NigelKeene]

Without question the best review of this vehicle, well actually any vehicle, Ive seen. If I were Hymer I would have a link to this on the website!

[@GamzeMutfakta]

👍

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Thank you, that's very kind. Hope you've subscribed!

[@freeley34]

@@MotorhomeCampervan nice to see you've sorted your mic issues from the Supersonic review!

[@basecamper7504]

What a scoop Peter, I have been looking forward to a review of this van. Very different with lots of innovations. Nice to see designers thinking out of the usual white box. Love it, if only!

[@ApacheTheCat]

fully agree, so happy peter got this gig

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

I was thrilled to test it - and even more thrilled to be first!

[@simonsackett]

As much as I'd like a funky 4x4 Hymer, those prices are quite something. Given the opportunity to spend that much I'd go for a ModernComfort and enjoy the extra space. Oh, and the £50k change.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

This is always going to be a more niche choice, but it'll sell other Hymers by drawing attention to the brand

[@richt.4900]

What’s not to like? It would be nice to see accessories though. An insulated dark cover to wrap around the elevated sleeping area that also reduces outdoor noises. Slimline Cup holders that slide out from below table tops. Utilise the space in front of the steps by adding a storage box that can be pivoted around out of the way from the steps when using them, this would be an added valuable storage space solution. There is so much room for improvements, on an already clever and needed design. Well done Hymer!

[@roberttober485]

Will the Hymer Venture S be offered in the USA? Thanks

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

I don't think so yet, but talk to Hymer in the US and see if they can give you an answer

[@JPHeath]

I absolutely love that top bedroom, but at the same time for 230k ish it needs to be blackout and acoustic insulation somehow.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

It's such a new concept, I'm sure Hymer will improve those areas in time

[@yourego6717]

Can you import one of these to the USA?

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Probably not. You'd need to check with Hymer but, for a start, all the electrics will be 230V, not 110V

[@LB-W]

What about our windy coast. At what wind speed does it have to come down? What about outdoor storage for ramps etc

[@escapethematrix5069]

Why not a longer version?

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Probably because that would limit its departure angles, etc, off road

[@WilliamBraveHeartBodhiSattva]

Hi Peter! What a pity you didn't show how the bottom bed was assembled!

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Just lower the table and move the cushions. It's so simple and I always have to be conscious of not making the video too long!

[@jenibutler7138]

There's lots to love about this van, but some gaps too, and the ridiculous price to get that paint colour just annoys me! Great review though, Peter, congratulations on the scoop!

[@Rufusthehound]

That’s a very expensive tent 🏕️ to sleep in.

[@rogibaer]

Me too, but they induced a new hobby: designing my own van conversion. When life-duties are done, we can always sell the house and live in it... 😊

[@ted-c-n9p]

Cold room tests are done to see if the camper van meets the standard for harsh winter conditions. The standard is called DIN/SS-EN 1646-1 and stipulates that a mobile home needs to be heated from -15°C to 20°C in less than four hours.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Some heat up much faster than that, some are (I understand) not physically tested but only 'calculated' to pass and many have uneven heat distribution despite the standard.

[@deanspeer1]

Some of the most inventive interior design I've seen!

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Yes, hard to believe it's a production vehicle from a major manufacturer

[@alexandreokada5151]

No external kitchen with grill? It was a feature in the prototype.

[@johnjones8572]

Could you do a review of the Ford Nugget Plus, but the European version with the hard top please Peter?

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Have you watched my Nugget Plus review? kzbin.info/www/bejne/pZq1iqifhaxnmNk Sadly, we don't get the high-top version in the UK, but I think the roof and second sliding door are the only real differences.

[@rogibaer]

Would you take this over the RP Rebellion? The top bedroom isn't storm proof and there's not a lot of storage. It's rear decking with 'roof' is a real winner. But the Rebellion is more realistic for me, especially if we're talking 'off grid'. Great review, as always.

[@Karen-bm3rj]

RP Rebellion for me every time!

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Really hard decision. Both have shedloads of appeal - and I can't afford either!!!

[@travellingwithcrowsfeet]

Our RP2 is on order. I can't see this one lasting long. Lots of plastic and it doesn't look comfortable. Not to mention ££

[@jenibutler7138]

I really like the Rebellion, too, but this also has some great features, so it's really hard to choose. 'Luckily', the price tags spare me from having to make that decision...

[@petermurphy994]

peter may I ask has the rear lounge got blinds I saw rails so will assume perhaps it has but your not showcasing them because of pre production considerations,lovely camper.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Yes, there are blinds. Just ran out of time to show everything!

[@petermurphy994]

thankyou peter appreciate it.

[@Travelvan999]

Too expensive and no storage, no room for sup board, kayak, bbq, outside table, not even room for a box of dirty kit. Needs more work on the practicality or buy it as a gin palace only.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Kayak or surfboard on the roof, storage box on the rear rails. Remember it's only 6.5m long

[@paulthompson7621]

Optional extras! For that price I would want the standard equipment to be top quality. A nice idea but far too little realistic storage for more than a weekend.

[@mrp3930]

For that kind of money I'd expect all the extras to come as standard, if I had the money I'd go for the rebellion by RP, a little bit longer but more space, with all the extras, more water storage, canopy, self levelling, AC, washing machine etc......

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

The Rebellion is superb. I like the smaller Rebel, too!

[@DesertHeat12]

I am trying to find Hymer in Canada and it all models are in Canada, with the goal of trying to get one to the US!

[@ApacheTheCat]

Naturally the first journalist, hymer know where to find the star of this industry :)

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Thank you. That's very kind

[@Bauke78]

I loved it when i saw the pictures at the first time and now your review. Maybe other viewers also noticed it. Where do i put: all my clouthes? it's for off grid: where do i leave my spare parts, BBQ, reparation tools, outdoor boots?

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

I don't think clothes will be an issue but for the bulky stuff you'll probably want the rear storage box option

[@cedarcanoe]

I never understood the UK habit of having an oven and a grille in a camper anyway.

[@amgguy4319]

Very good review. Hope they upgrade the kitchen - it's sorely lacking for this price range.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Thank you, hope you've subscribed to the channel! Re the kitchen, that's where German priorities are different to UK ones

[@jenibutler7138]

Yes, but if they want to sell in UK market they might want to have a think about that...

[@neilt1889]

Now that would be fantastic if it was the long wheelbase in 4x4 setup 👍

[@cheif3112]

Really enjoyed this one Peter!

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

I really enjoyed filming it, too, as you probably guessed

[@jakob8409]

Awesome video man

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Thank you. Hope you've subscribed!

[@Martymlt]

Nice looking Hymer but the lack of storage, the pop top and obviously the price is a no no from me. Excellent review by Peter though 😊

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Maybe an ML-T Crossover instead then? Glad you liked the review

[@SeaCaptBritRob]

It would be a dream motor home if it were a little longer and had a second bed downstairs. That rear bench would be perfect as a second bed and you could invite a few more friends to come in for tea too when you're at the camp site and it starts raining. As a kitesurfer, I also hope that the outside storage box is long enough to fit my surf board etc inside. In fact, this vehicle would be great for long trips with a few mates of the family so you'd need somewhere to store a few more kite bags and boards 😊

[@RDuude]

Glad to see someone finally able to review this! Too bad about the price :(

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

We've worked really hard to get this test first!

[@Mtouma75]

Great Van! Is it possible to bring this to the states?

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Maybe ask your nearest Erwin Hymer agent if there are any plans?

[@gravecode]

This is looking like my future home

[@johnjones8572]

Hi great review. In the original version I thought the lounge wasn't convertible to a bed but I guess it makes more sense to build in bad weather proofing. One of their designers should go mad and rethink a four berth version.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Would love to see a 4-berth version! Then I'd have to start saving...

[@cemdasou]

Just as easy as that: buy 2

[@Raj-qq8pv]

you are the best Peter

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Thank you. Very kind!

[@tdv7716]

very well presented , Thanks Peter . Storage for camp chairs and outside table seems to be a bit of a challenge but ai suppose the additional storage box for the rear door will solve that challenge ?

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Yes, you can have a rear storage box and Hymer offer outdoor chairs that stow between the rear sofa and the tailgate. Thanks for your comments!

[@zumezoom9593]

Saw this concept about 5 years ago... Having it at almost 200k I gotta see who will actually take it off road excluding the basic flat terrain Glamping families. Comparing this to the earth roamer if I'm paying for it I might as well go big or go home. Earth roamer wins my heart

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

As I say in the video, the original concept appeared in September 2019. I can see it being used where standard motorhomes can't go, to inaccessible beaches in the Med' for example. The Earthroamer looks impressive but also rather too big for UK roads!

[@kevinrichards8119]

A handrail for the stairs would be useful,going up and down the stairs...

[@user-rs1bb3zk8v]

WANT! Great review.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Thank you!

[@romantchoub]

Super cool, but no real storage space

[@darralnolan5792]

Looks like something I need travelling from the UK to lake como with the dogs as lots of hotels are becoming funny about large mastiffs scaring the other guests

[@victorgamito2220]

Buenos días muy buena presentación de la hymer venture muy bien estudiada el diseño de 10 motor mercedes una pasada pero el precio buffff para los ricos un saludo desde Madrid mil gracias por sus videos llevo mucho tiempo siguiendo su canal un saludo

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Thank you. Great to hear that I have a loyal viewer in Madrid!

[@tianjohan4633]

The prototype first shown a few years back had a pull out kitchen/BBQ hidden behind the pull out table. Don't think they should've deleted that outdoor kitchen. Regarding the stairway to the master bedroom, I don't know about that. Is that really a clever use of interior space? A standard ladder would work just fine. I even think they should consider doing a 1 story version, without the loft but with a lifting bed above the lounge. Ditching the loft would free up extra height inside, so that the lounge is usable. I would prefer that over the flip top.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Most folk don't like ladders - motorhome buyers are often 50+. Yes, I think a version without the lifting roof could work, but then would it be too much like other motorhomes?

[@mikefry5704]

Enjoy

[@DruMcDoo]

What an amazing vehicle using some of the ideas like the drop down back from 'House Trucks' from the seventies. You forgot to mention when you open the draw to the right hand side of the kitchen this has a slot in top which adds a wing to increase work top area. Will be interesting to see other manufacturers adapting their ideas from the old boring designs and bringing new innovation to the market. When we see the amazing modern boat and aeroplane designs today which optimise space and make them look beautiful it's only then you realise how old fashioned 99% of motorhomes are. Notice the curvacious look of the whole vehicle which makes it look very attractive. Having only designed one motorhome which had fold up a roof terrace for 20 people used the same principle. The idea being a woman's curvacious body, therefore the more curves and flowing lines you design into a vehicle the sexier it looks. Looks like this principle has been applied throughout the Venture S at every possible opportunity with outstanding success so congratulations to all the designers who have worked tirelessly and achieved near perfection...

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

The slot-in worktop wasn't provided with this prototype, but I wholeheartedly agree - this is a fantastic piece of design. Let's hope it moves motorhome design forwards at lower price points.

[@fahrudin9734]

Amazing ....but we know that in the UK the steering wheel is on the right. It would be great for passenger safety to have a Hymer model with a left-hand door.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

You can have a RHD Venture S but I'm not sure it matters a jot where the habitation door is, especially if you have 2 cab doors. If you take your UK motorhome abroad it's the same (non) issue.

[@_bav]

Love it!!!!! 🥰 Not too keen on the price though😱

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Fair enough!

[@Cyberium]

I remember originally there wasn't a retractable table, just a regular one that could be lowered. The space underneath the sofa was used to store a retractable barbecue grill, which I was hoping they could keep.

[@JosePereira-vv2sy]

A rodasuplente está onde?

[@nogoogleplus]

Very nice, price?

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

£230k

[@travelling_stephen]

These Adventurer type van's seem to be getting more popular with the younger generation ( could be mummy and daddy's penny's). It's certainly a well thought out van I do like the drop down deck area turns it into a proper Gin Palace watching the sun go down 😊 And congratulations on your scoop peter being the first journalist to test this beauty out.

[@Mastakilla91]

200K quid. How many mummys and daddys can afford that?

[@travelling_stephen]

@Mastakilla91 there are plenty very rich mummy's and daddy's that can afford these toy's around the world for their offspring plus I stated Could be.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Thank you. Could be people buying this instead of a house maybe, or selling the house, rather than rich parents?

[@Nunyabizn3ss]

Your incredulity that young people exist who possess better financial acumen than you, is only surpassed by your inability to understand possessives.

[@travelling_stephen]

@Marshmellafella for your information I retired at 60 with no private pension and no state pension and spend approximately £2/3 thousand a month travelling and enjoying life and could carry on doing for the next 25+year's.

[@vikingh3008]

Zero space for large items like surfboards bikes etc, And pop up is a nightmare, don’t want to having to pop up every time you want to sleep

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Bikes go on the rear rack. Surely, 3 mins to raise the top once a day is not a nightmare?

[@vikingh3008]

@@MotorhomeCampervan surfboards, and luggage ? Which rear rack ? Not much space for anything inside No matter how quickly it is to raise it’s still inconvenient and no matter how posh it looks still like sleeping in a tent, Permanent beds much better, and you can drive straight off quickly if having to do so

[@zapfanzapfan]

Looks awesome! A slightly more affordable Earth Roamer 🙂 Only two seats though?

[@philipellis7039]

First test for any motorhome (at my age) is what would it be like going for a wee at 3am? Climb over my partner and down some big steps…I’ll be breaking my neck in this. I like the innovation but wouldn’t be my choice at any price point.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

You should be able to get out of bed here without climbing over anyone, just shuffling around them. Going down the stairs is just as easy as at home - miles better than the ladders in a lot of 'vans

[@philipellis7039]

@@MotorhomeCampervan if Hymer would let me have one for a week I’d be very happy to give it the weak bladder test…

[@oliverjackson5070]

Mad expensive though. Really cool idea.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Agreed - very cool but certainly not cheap.

[@pamatthew99]

Interesting that I'm europe the class B vans are sold for much less. Having attended the European RV show i was shocked that prices were so much better.

[@Sushi2000herz]

It‘s such a lovely RV. But in none of the videos about this amazing camper the storage of the Camping Chairs and - table is shown.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

The outdoor table and chairs weren't provided with our test vehicle, so we couldn't show them

[@alextop1850]

Over priced should be 50k 75k at most and no induction cook top lol slacking or don't really understand the tech available 🙂 should drop the price and weight and sell more of them and do hard sides on roof and incinerator toilet

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

That wouldn't even cover the cost of the bare Merc 4x4 chassis...

[@alextop1850]

@@MotorhomeCampervan probably true but think of the camper you could build giving an engineer a budget of £100,000 pounds let alone £240,000+ etc

[@firstnamelastname2669]

This is the van equivalent to a Range Rover Sport. Owners won't do anything more radical than damp grass but love Basking in the reflected ruffty tuffty glory. Lording it looking down on the plebs from a high. Like the RR the best feature is the tailgate. See Alan Heath for a less breathless review.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Alan Heath hasn't tested the Venture S...

[@Expedition_Tranquilo]

A proper expedition van would drop the gas and cassette toilet and use the saved space for additional lithium so the cooker can be induction. After all how do you find propane or butane in the depths of Africa or South America. And instead of the cassette toilet the latest compost toilet. If these were in the setup we’d seriously consider it for our next adventures!

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Maybe a bespoke build then? Have you seen our RP Rebellion video - that vehicle is now available with a composting toilet and all-electric cooking kzbin.info/www/bejne/fnW4ooR8gb92gKs

[@Expedition_Tranquilo]

@@MotorhomeCampervan yes we contacted RP and they have confirmed this - now on our shortlist of expedition vehicle builders!

[@philipscourfield4585]

Thanks very nice. But, no microwave???

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

You'll hardly ever see a microwave in a German 'van. They are power-hungry and so not much use unless you're on hook-up (or you upgrade with powerful lithium batteries and an inverter)

[@andrewpricephotography]

Really great review and so good to get beyond the marketing pictures. That rear lounge looks much tighter on camera than in other pictures, and I wonder if it would really be great to use without the tailgate down. You didn't show the BBQ, perhaps it is an extra that wasn't fitted? This is a dream motorhome for when my kids leave home and it is just my wife and I seeing a bit of Europe. It gives me a few years to save up, or for the prices to drop a bit.Thanks for the great work, Peter.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

The rear lounge isn't huge but feels much bigger with the tailgate fully open. Great, too, that you can just open the top half. No barbecue was provided. Glad you enjoyed the review.

[@kevinrichards8119]

Simple love it .....

[@maynunal]

I would love to see one on PORTAL AXLES :-) ♥♥♥♥

[@michaellecaplain3377]

Truly spectacular. If you'll just excuse me, I'm off to buy a lottery ticket…

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Good plan, Michael. If it's the Euromillions jackpot can you get one for me, too?

[@michaellecaplain3377]

@@MotorhomeCampervan 😄

[@terrymcdonagh5439]

What a brilliant brilliant van and if someone could Un-Hymerize it and do it on a Fiat Ducato for £100K less with a lesser manufacturers badge I think they would sell a bus load, as a 7.5 meter A class owner I would consider this very seriously in the future

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Have you looked at the Bürstner Lyseo Gallery?

[@bluecarefreeforever]

Peter, you are the best MH journo and this was a great review. It’s rare I can’t complain about a new MH but this is one here. Being picky, I would want more storage for off grid but it could be used with the box behind. I assume the finished vehicle will have mossie screens to the bedroom window. Then there is the price but you didn’t expect such an excellent new product to be half the price! 😂

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Thank you, comments like yours are really appreciated! It already has a mossie screen on the big bedroom window - sorry if that wasn't clear.

[@bluecarefreeforever]

@@MotorhomeCampervan 🤣 you probably did and missed it then! I couldn’t see much more than being picky. It’s the innovation that is so unique and different.

[@seanrobson1]

I This van is amazing..

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Yes, it's very special - hence the Motorhome of the Year title

[@ericrandolph8628]

I was totally taken back by the outside. What an amazing vehicle. Not impressed with the inside at all you would think for that price they could do better with counter space and creativity. Just a big corporation trying to make big bucks off of something simply put together not worth the money. Just my opinion.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

I actually doubt if Hymer will make much profit at all from the Venture S - just think of the huge investment in unique parts. Remember the size of the 'van - only 6.5m long, too. Maybe you'd prefer the much cheaper ML-T Crossover?

[@davidcambell4183]

A real showcase vehicle but the limited numbers will mean you don't get the value of economies of scale. To get some perspective This is only about £40k less than a brand new Rolls Royce!!!!! It would be interesting if they could somehow use the latest LR Defender as a base for a camper for off road use......

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Yes, but a Rolls Royce isn't a 4x4, doesn't have a bathroom, or a bed... I'm sure someone will build a camper on the new Defender (there were conversions on the old one) but it's too small and won't have the payload for a proper motorhome.

[@petrstolz5788]

As much as I love interior design, I'm unsure about the pop-up top. I have spent many nights in 4x4 campervans in the mountains with high winds blowing so much I thought the car would take off, with the whole car shaking like crazy. I don't know what are their specifications for max wind deployment for the top. I would be worried be in it in a windstorm. 320Ah lithium is also on the small side these days. With the power draws most people have, and with the small solar on this van, this will be empty very quickly. No world about insulations of water tanks, batteries heating, etc.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Both water tanks are inboard, so fully winterised

[@rosswhittleton6277]

I preferred the other Mercedes 4x4 that you took on that off road coarse I'm not a fan of those elevating roofs. That said it's an awesome van albeit a tad expensive!

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

This isn't like other elevating roofs, with its double skin, pneumatic operation, etc.

[@rowan718]

Good review of a concept. In reality is it really worth almost 3 times (3 vans) of a not too dissimilar practicable panel camper van though? Only 2 passenger seats as well yet pos 4 berth ? Like the drop down back idea my better half would get the seat though ! Thanks R 😅

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

I'm not sure about three times, remember that this is a 4x4 Merc - twice? Yes, it's expensive but the investment from Hymer must have been HUGE to get this into production.

[@BrendaBardsley]

We love it, i just wish i was richer (laughing) great review Peter

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Me too. Such an interesting 'van. Pity I haven't got £200k...

[@BikerBearMTB]

Hi! Could you drive that on a car license? Is it 3.5 tonnes or less?

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

No, it's 4,100kg GVW, so you need a C1 licence currently

[@AM-pq1rq]

wide angle camera would have been better imho but great review 😀

[@lolavan7750]

No discernable roll at 5mph, good to know. Bit of quirky weekender for those with unlimited finances rather than for longer holidays or travelling. Not enough storage/ garage space. .

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Very little roll at 50-60mph either but hard to film that on my own...

[@funlive5848]

too pricy which beyond average joe's affordability. Also wish they develop another model which has longer length so that we can turn the sofa into a bed for adult to sleep

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

It's a flagship model, designed as a halo vehicle for the rest of the range

[@pohanahawaii]

🤔 Cassette toilet is too small to stay off road more than 2 days. At $250K price tag, Hymer should have an incinerator toilet, or at least the option to put in something else.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

It's simple to replace the standard loo with a Clesana system

[@e.cordoba]

El diseño es una pasada, pero por el precio tan elevado tiene varios defectos bastante graves: - La tracción 4x4 permanente eleva mucho el consumo. - No tiene bloqueo del diferencial o reductora, por lo que el 4xx4 es limitado. - Podrían haber puesto cocina diesel para que fuera más autónoma en lugar de gas. - En lugar de techo elevable, habría puesto una cama elevable encima del salón para proteger el sueño del ruido exterior, y de paso habría ampliado esa zona. - Tiene algunos defectos más, pero no son tan graves.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

I agree - it's pricey but incredible! One thing, though, these 4x4 Sprinters are much more capable off-road than you'd expect

[@PUTDEVICE]

like the tailgate. would be available as an option to European vans. know that in the USA there were many alternatives for tailgates etc. for vans.

[@rono33]

Keep in mind: you say it's very stable and no rattles, but wait until you load it up to travel. It will sway and rattle like any loaded RV. Nonetheless it's an amazing design and I'd luv to have one in a couple years.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

It was loaded up for travel, albeit just for me. You need to pack plates etc tightly so they don't rattle and keep anything heavy low down, so as not to impair weight distribution.

[@karlospappy8908]

Wow what a great review Peter or should I say Mr Clarkson. I have loved this vehicle since I first saw it , it reminds me a little of a Unimog. I would have one in a heart beat but that 200k is my retirement fund to go touring in our CV40 when it finally arrives. Is there any ventilation in the roof tent other than the panoramic door? Cheers K.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

If I had the money (and only needed two seatbelts), this would be very tempting for me, too. What an amazing vehicle. In the roof there's that huge flyscreen vent at the end of the bed (open as much or as little as you want) and a small rooflight up front

[@IMHAVINHOOPS]

It’s certainly stylish and very impressive. But ultimately I don’t think I could live with it long term. Pop up roofs just don’t appeal to me and the lounge area is just too small. All of this is irrelevant of course, because I don’t have £200,000 lying around to buy one anyway😄

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Neither do I (sadly) but it's great to see something really innovative, isn't it?

[@guidedmeditation2396]

Its a beautiful unit. The only down side is the Gross Maximum Vehicle Price.

[@andymccurley1]

You are fu..ing joking surly? £196000!!! Unf..ing believable.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

You can spend nearly as much on a Range Rover. Just look at the investment that's gone into taking this from a concept to production.

[@Zippy0George0Bungle]

Very nice van, but best part of 200k and you don’t even get an awning. Vastly over priced versus other offerings, the extras are silly money. £7k for a paint job😂 But, I’m sure there will be plenty waiting with their wallets…

[@xhogun8578]

It did have an awning. Even so way outside my pay grade.

[@Zippy0George0Bungle]

@@xhogun8578 not as standard, it’s another extra😳

[@xhogun8578]

​​@@Zippy0George0Bungle oh I didn't catch that Ican't afford the basic price so it's not something that I am going to loose sleep over 😂

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Very few 'vans have an awning as standard. Look at other 4x4 models and you'll see that the price isn't crazy - just think what Hymer has spent to put this into production

[@freeley34]

I'm pretty sure when I ran through the configurator last year the blue paint was £15k so a bargain at £7k 😆😆

[@MaximusMerideus]

No AC?

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Habitation air-con could be added

Very very nice. 20-30 cm long for down bed and desk.

[@flybyairplane3528]

Homer,dropped,out of the CANADA/USA MARKET,YEARS AGO A friend drove a HYMER.2.0,,I LIKED IT,,some,1.0 were for rent in HAWAII.,I saw a few used ones for sale here in aUSA. …..🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Hymer is owned by Thor. In 2020 it announced plans to sell European-designed models in the USA from a base in Bristol, Indiana. I'm sorry, I'm not sure of the current position

[@tonysutton6559]

I was just getting my cheque book out but then I found out that it only has 2 belted seats.

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Maybe a Hymer ML-T Crossover then? Still 4x4, but cheaper and four seatbelts

[@jrambo7495]

That wet-bath isn't big enough unfortunately.

[@XraySpectacles]

With that price clearly they don't want people to have one

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Other Merc/VW premium 'vans are similar money, often with less kit

[@tonydoherty2190]

I've noticed they mention solar panels and lithium batteries but never say how long all this power will last off grid let's say you only cook twice a day and leave your fridge on all the time isn't there at least a rough estimate to how many hours you have

[@MotorhomeCampervan]

Hard to put figures on it. How sunny is it for the solar? How hot, for the fridge to work against? What are you cooking, and how long for? Here, you should be able to have a few days off grid. You usually run out of toilet capacity before you run out of 12V power

[@tonydoherty2190]

@@MotorhomeCampervan so basically when it's sunny for a few days and then cold for a few days try each weather's in your garden and try both extremes of weather and get an estimation