mini-campervan

German brand Alpincamper has prepared the first fully converted VW ID. Buzz electric camper van in the world. The prototype camper suggests a promising future for tiny electric RVing, packing in a smart, compact and functional interior.

VW camper van specialist Spacecamper is experimenting with a bike camper as smart and flexible as its vans. The Spacecamper Bike concept adds a deployable tarp, multi-adjustable sleeping platform and mobile workstation to an electric cargo bike.

Many of the most innovative RVs we saw in 2022 were of the smallest variety. From the adorable kei campers of Japan, to the bush-ready 4x4 micro-RVs of South Africa, to the e-camper vans of Europe, this year saw some truly one-of-a-kind tiny campers.

Mercedes 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.

Many 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.

With its small size and 4WD, the Mitsubishi Delica is a beloved favorite for adventure van lifers. The new Mitsubishi Delica Mini shrinks that adventurous spirit down even more, to kei size. It promises to make an amazing micro-camper once it's here.

Mercedes is pushing further into the motorhome market with a new "micro-camper" line. It will soon reveal the all-electric Concept EQT Marco Polo camper van slated to join the Marco Polo Module in offering two styles of multifunctional micro-camper.

Amstervan has put its own spin on the mini-camper, laying things out in a way that invites the outdoors in. It compares its dual-lounger layout to a cozy coffee shop, but it gives us more of a poolside cabana vibe.

The 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.

Reimo's new modular Weekender 2 package turns the Caddy Maxi into a capable two-story micro-home with pop-up roof, four sleeping berths, an indoor/outdoor kitchen, indoor dining and even a hidden toilet ... all for under €50K.

Campervan Co has long been building some of the Western world's most efficient hybrid campers. Now it launches a new generation, the Eco Pioneer II. The Toyota-based camper has 600 miles of hybrid range and a pure-electric off-grid camping setup.

Renault has revealed the Hippie Caviar Motel in its entirety. Just looking at the camper concept makes us want to call out sick and head for the mountains. It homes in on solo nomadism with a single-person floor plan meant to live, work and play.