Short on length but not on features, the all new Lotus Caravans Off Grid is the latest steed out of the luxury caravan maker’s stable, and it’s designed for those who want the comforts of a van off-road, but aren’t too keen on towing something too big for their vehicle.
Measuring in at 13.5ft and tipping the scales at just under 1800kg with a ball weight of just 140kg, the single-axle Off Grid offers a lot of comfort and features for its size. It has the same (albeit shortened) galvanised chassis from G&S Chassis’ that its bigger brothers do, and floats over corrugations on the latest Series Two Control Rider twin-shock independent coil suspension. The frame is made from timber to help with flexibility over harsh terrain and there are even recovery points on the rear of the chassis should you bite off more than you can chew in the sticky stuff.
Step up inside however and it’s wall-to-wall luxury. Leather upholstery, inner-spring mattress and graphite and silver finishes give off a classy appearance that’s nicer than some apartments we’ve lived in. There’s even a toilet and shower on board.
Given our climate, Lotus Caravans has mounted the 80L Waeco fridge and stove externally so you can enjoy the great outdoors while you cook up a storm under the massive Thule Omni awning. If you like your tunes there are a pair of external speakers, or if the weather turns nasty there’s no shortage of entertainment options inside, with a 24in TV to enjoy the latest episode of Game Of Thrones on while you warm up your popcorn in the 25L microwave. LED lighting features inside and out and the Sparrow air conditioning unit keep the interior at the right temperature no matter how deep in the tropics you are.
With plenty of other features to ensure you can get away for a couple of weeks (or months) without the hassle and fuel bills associated with larger vans, the Lotus Caravans Off Grid could be just thing thing you’re looking for.
To check out the rest of the Lotus Caravans range, click the link below:
http://www.lotuscaravans.com.au
20 comments
Awesome
Looks really Cool and will suit a lot who need something compact.
Its a pity the Lotus website is not up to date, no sign of this model. Typical of todays marketing strategies
Nice to the price of the trailer? ( off the grid).Do not any more of your emails just the price PLEASE
Awful colour. Where are the inside pictures? Lotus need to update their website to reflect what is on offer plus a price please
I understand this may be a prototype van. Pricing over $70k hence over priced as cmpared to several others in this region.
shame that there is no photos of the inside of van – looks much like all the others on market place
On The Move Crossfire is built tougher and with more quality
OTM Cross fire is better quality
Join the discussion What is the wheel track so important when going “off road”
What is the track width so important when going “off road”
The outside cooking area is not as well thought of as on the Complete Campsite or now also the AOR range. Who cares about stereo or air conditioning when “off grid”?
Timber frame? How about joining the 21st century and using aluminium and high bond strength adhesives. If you want to go hi tech start with resin infused composite moulded in one piece.
not a good colour has east west bed & the price a little exy I would like to see it in the flesh I am looking for something in its line
How do they power the Microwave, Fridge, Air conditioner and the 24″tv when off grid?
No mention of the battery bank or solar panels?
I agree with the others, no pictures of the inside?
Yes it is a pity the site is not up to date. All I want is THE PRICE!! I need to know if I can think about this one or go elsewhere.
Hi Joan, Lotus have updated their site, you can find more details and images on the Off-Grid here http://www.lotuscaravans.com.au/caravans/off-grid. At the bottom of the page they have options on how to receive a quote/get a price, hope this helps!
Hi David, Lotus have updated their site and this link should direct you to the Off-Grid page and pictures of the interior. http://www.lotuscaravans.com.au/caravans/off-grid
Hi Kerry, this link should direct you to some more images of the Off Grid on Lotus’s website – hope this helps! http://www.lotuscaravans.com.au/caravans/off-grid
Hi Rick, Lotus have updated their site and you can find more images of the Off-Grid and a link to get a quote/give them a call for the price at the bottom of the page. http://www.lotuscaravans.com.au/caravans/off-grid