Converted Vans Become Comfortable Motorhomes for Road Trips

A September 10, 2026 post described the running costs of living in a 12-metre bus-based motorhome. Solar panels and a 40 kWh battery storage system cover electricity needs. A full tank of fuel costs several thousand yuan, while monthly living expenses while parked amount to 4,000–5,000 yuan.

Kainisi has introduced a motorhome based on a light truck chassis, positioned as a budget-friendly option. The model features a distinctive flip-up front section above the cab. The presentation took place at a motorhome exhibition in Chengdu.

Xiaomi has launched the Skynomad N90 Max Explorer Edition, an SUV with a factory electric pop-up roof that converts the vehicle into a two-story camper. The Explorer Edition is priced at 299,900 yuan, while the standard N90 Max starts at 269,900 yuan. The roof measures approximately 2,110 mm × 985 mm, supports 200 kg, and raises interior height to about 2.29 m; it was tested through 10,000 open-close cycles. The vehicle features an EREV powertrain with a 1.5L turbo range extender, a 76 kWh battery, 1,705 km combined range, and fast charging that adds 285 km in 15 minutes. Both models are currently China-only.

At Caravan Salon 2026, Lidu RV unveiled a revised interior for its Lidu Aquila 360 pop-up caravan. The design, by a leading European studio, features a cubist-minimalist style with beige and dark ochre upholstery, sun-yellow accent cushions, and dark wood fronts. The kitchen includes an induction hob, small fridge, and sink, plus a pull-out module for an outdoor gas cooker. A compartment for a mobile toilet replaces a traditional bathroom. The electric pop-up roof raises height from 2,245 mm to 2,745 mm. Dimensions: length 5,235 mm, width 2,190 mm, kerb weight 1,230 kg. The body is a steel-aluminium hybrid with 80% aluminium. Four exterior colours are offered: First Light Gold, Pale Bay Blue, Morning Mist Green, and Verdant Field Green.

At the Wuhan motorhome show on October 10, Xiaomi unveiled the Pengcheng N90. The base version is priced from 209,900 yuan, while the Exploration version with an electric pop-top roof costs 299,900 yuan. The vehicle features a factory-integrated bunk bed design: when parked, the roof raises to provide a 2.29 m interior height, with a 2.1 m² sleeping area above. It measures 5285 mm long with a 3080 mm wheelbase. The powertrain combines a 1.5T range extender, dual motors and all-wheel drive, with a 76 kWh battery offering 464 km of electric range and 1705 km combined. Standard equipment includes air suspension, adaptive dampers, dual lidar and an Nvidia Thor chip for advanced driver assistance.

China's motorhome fleet reached about 269,400 units by the end of 2025, with annual sales up 24.5% to 23,616 units. Jiangling Motor Group Motorhome, based in Nanchang, sold 540 motorhomes in 2025, capturing a 4.6% market share and ranking third nationally. The company plans to launch new energy models and diesel off-road motorhomes, and to increase annual R&D spending from 5–6 million yuan to 10% of revenue.