Motorhomes are the ideal alternative to apartments or hotels that provide the most traditional vacation, whether you are traveling as a couple or as a family. Due to their characteristics, these increasingly in-demand recreational vehicles offer practically the same freedom of movement and autonomy as camper vans, but more space, habitability and comforts than caravans.
They are authentic mobile homes with well-differentiated spaces for daily life and for rest, they have a full bathroom, good kitchens with a refrigerator and other appliances and they can also be equipped with great detail so that you don’t miss anything when you are away. But everything has a price and, in exchange for the many advantages that motorhomes offer, they are generally not the cheapest option to enjoy caravanning. Furthermore, in recent years its average price has risen, like that of other vehicles.
In this sense, if you are clear that a motorhome is the way of camping that best suits your lifestyle, before choosing a specific model you should take into account not only the sales price or the payment method you choose. Also the expenses associated with buying one, such as insurance, maintenance and specific parking, if you need it.
If you have a very tight budget, but do not want to give up enjoying a motorhome on vacation and discovering the incredible corners that await both throughout Spain and in the rest of Europe, the best solution will be to rent. But if you already have enough experience and budget to embark on buying one, it is still possible to find motorhomes with an excellent quality-price ratio beyond the second-hand market.
However, the choice is very subjective, and the cheapest motorhome will not always be the one that best suits your specific needs. Likewise, you should consider whether you will need to include specific equipment to practice a sport, travel with pets, etc. Thus, to find the perfect motorhome among the many models and finishes available, in addition to taking your budget into account, it is essential to calculate what size you need and what type.
By measurements, interior distribution and level of equipment, there are three large groups: nasturtiums, profiled and integral. The first are usually the cheapest, since they are generally the access to the brand range. The profiled ones offer better finishes and equipment, while the integral ones are the largest and most luxurious.
While in the second-hand motorhome market there are very interesting options, below 50,000 euros, to buy a new and well-equipped one we set the starting point at around 60,000. Likewise, the final price will depend on the configurations and finishes you choose and may vary between distributors.
Among the capuchin motorhomes for families with the best quality-price ratio, the Sport range from the Spanish brand Benimar stands out. For example, the S340ES model offers 5 seats for traveling and sleeping, a large living room, a bathroom with a separate shower and a complete kitchen with a good refrigerator. Other alternatives are the Challenger C256 or the Italian Roller Team Kronos 277, with a higher level of finish.
Among the most interesting profiled motorhomes are those from the Sunliving brand, its S Series has various interesting models, or the Tessoro range from Benimar. The 481 model is more compact and versatile for couples, while the Tessoro 483 is best suited for families with one or two children. This has a large L-shaped living room, a double bed suspended from the ceiling and another single rear bed. In addition, it has a full kitchen, bathroom with separate shower and plenty of storage space (including a garage with two doors), making it ideal for those who need comfort and functionality.
Another model to take into account is the Swift Voyager 540: with a Ford Transit chassis and a 2.0-liter TDCi EcoBlue Euro 6D engine, it offers a large exterior space of 7 meters. It includes a decent-sized kitchen, fold-down bed above the driver’s cab and a spacious fixed bedroom at the rear, plus a flexible living and dining area.
One step above in terms of finish, equipment and price, we find, for example, the Pilote or Adria families. For example, the Adria Matrix Axess 670 SL, with an elegant and contemporary design, has a spacious layout that includes a double bed in the rear, a living room that can be transformed into an additional bed and a fully equipped kitchen. In addition, it includes a navigation system, air conditioning and heating as standard, making it the ideal option for those looking for maximum comfort at a good price.
Among the most interesting integral motorhomes we find models such as the Etrusco integral Fiat, the Itineo CS660, the Elnagh Magnum CS581, the Mobilvetta K-Yacht Tekno Line 90. There are also authentic luxury hotels that are cheaper than others, such as the Carthago Chic C-Line I 5.0 and the Niesmann Bischoff Flair 880 liner, although in this case the bill rises above 100.00 euros. Remember to consider your specific needs and preferences, as well as compare prices and offers before choosing. With the right motorhome, the world will be your new home.