The RV industry may be descending from the record-breaking heights it reached in 2021, but that didn't stop a steady flow of innovative new vehicles from hitting the market throughout 2022. Many of the most interesting motor RVs we saw this year were of the smallest variety, and a surprising percentage were fully electric. From the adorable kei campers of Japan, to the bush-ready 4x4 micro-RVs of South Africa, to the ultralight all-American pickup campers of the US, to the autobahn-to-Alps e-camper vans of Germany, this year saw some truly impressive, one-of-a-kind tiny campers. Here are our 15 favorites.
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![ElectricBrands previews its all-electric AWD micro-camper]()
July 08, 2022ElectricBrands this week revealed its electric Camper, an adorable rig that encapsulates much of the dual-tone flair, simple design and affordable escapism of the beloved VW camper bus. Could the Xbus Camper become a legend of the electric RV age? -
![The new Land Cruiser 79-based Bushwakka Kamelback features swing- and fold-out implements like any other fully loaded multitool ... only this one, you live in]()
October 05, 2022Like a multitool you can drive and live in, the all-new Bushwakka Kamelback folds, slides and flips its way from compact Toyota truck to cozy home. It supports explorers with a full outdoor kitchen and bathroom, oversized bedroom and off-grid power. -
![Mercedes shows a concept EQT Marco Polo mini-camper ahead of a planned production version]()
December 02, 2022Mercedes is working to extend electrification to its Marco Polo camper van line. The Concept EQT Marco Polo previews an electric mini-camper that sleeps four, prepares meals on a double-stove galley, and switches back to an everyday MPV in minutes. -
![The all-new Rossmönster Lagom is available for popular midsize and full-size pickups: the Toyota Tacoma, Jeep Gladiator (pictured) and Ford F-150]()
May 17, 2022Rossmönster has introduced the most unique light pickup camper out there. The all-new Lagom is one of a very few hard-wall designs out there, and it expands via full-height front and rear windows that create a gorgeous rooftop observatory. -
![The GoCamp makes a cozy workspace, lounge and overnight shelter for its rider]()
October 19, 2022Instead of making a caravan to tow via bicycle, Flevobike integrates ebike and camper together, creating an ingenious pickup camper-like pedaled micro-RV. The tiny electric camper includes a solar charging system for off-grid camp and e-drive power. -
![Ququq launches the BusBox-4 kit for the VW ID. Buzz]()
October 11, 2022The ID. Buzz van took forever to get to market, but the ID. Buzz camper van has been moving more quickly. Ququq already has the world's first ID. Buzz camper kit ready to order for well under $3K. It also has a new kit for the VW T7 Multivan. -
![Whether overlanding for days or taking a day trip with gear or toys, the Moonlander helps pickup owners get it done]()
August 11, 2022Radica has found room for further differentiation between the pickup truck cap and the pop-up topper. Its Moonlander splits the difference as a wide-body fixed-roof shell that has more camping room than a cap without the weight and fabric of a pop-top. -
![Campervan Co is still finalizing some of the details in the Eco Evolution PHEV camper van]()
February 28, 2022Campervan Co was one of the first to develop a hybrid camper van, and now it's introducing the Eco Evolution. Based on Ford's PHEV van, the new camper boasts nearly 400 miles of hybrid range and all-electric camping supported by 1,000 watts of solar. -
![Potential Motors provides more details about its Adventure 1 ORV ahead of its world debut at Overland Expo East in Virginia next month]()
September 08, 2022Potential Motors aims to create a new category of all-terrain vehicle, and its debut product does indeed look like a new species. The Adventure 1 UTV micro-camper has a narrow body, smart suspension, two-motor electric powertrain and camper interior. -
![Mishima Daihatsu Quokka kei camper]()
February 15, 2022Quite different from other camper vans, even amongs the quirky camping cars of Japan, the Quokka is a delivery van outside, a transforming log cabin inside. The tiny RV surrounds campers in aromatic Japanese cypress and readily adapts to their needs. -
![The Vanderer Urban Camper goes electric with what Peugeot calls the e-Rifter Vanderer]()
June 16, 2022The homey, modular Vanderer camper van is going fully electric. Vanderer now offers the package on the Peugeot e-Rifter, and it's hard to tell what's most efficient – the electric powertrain or van's ability to work as both daily driver and camper. -
![The Oka Miniature Cruise Cozy has a unique bunk bed layout that uses the kitchen as a sleeping platform]()
March 08, 2022Japanese kei camper specialists continue to amaze us by building homes into the tiniest vans. Oka Motors has taken it to another level with the Miniature Cruise Cozy, a micro-camper that transforms to transport, feed, clean and sleep up to three people. -
![The GFC Platform Camper makes a simple, lightweight truck camping solution for the small Ford Maverick]()
November 23, 2022The Ford Maverick is the least expensive pickup in the US, so top it with the first inexpensive compatible camper, and you have America's most affordable new truck camper. The GFC pickup topper makes the Maverick a cheap, efficient camping machine. -
![UI Vehicle offers diesel and gas engines in both 2WD and 4WD]()
November 17, 2022Many camper vans double as everyday 3-row MPVs, requiring the removal of seats or other parts to switch modes. A new Toyota HiAce camper van makes the switch without removing anything. It's a full-time camper van and full-time 7-passenger minivan. -
![Caravan Outfitter makes the all-new 2022 Free Bird a Ford-based four-seat mini-camper van]()
February 04, 2022Nissan discontinued its NV200 small van last year, leaving the adorable, affordable Free Bird mini-camper homeless. Caravan Outfitter has now reinvented the Free Bird into a four-seat Ford camper that's still affordable ... and nicer than ever.
