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Two ways to a mini-motorhome: converting a Kombi or a removable kit from R$2,900

08.06.2026 02:11 1 min 2 sources
Correio Braziliense - Radar POR + 1 more
Two ways to a mini-motorhome: converting a Kombi or a removable kit from R$2,900
© Correio Braziliense - Radar

In Brief

Mini-motorhomes are gaining popularity in Brazil. A full conversion of a Kombi costs from R$15,000, while a removable kit for any car starts at R$2,900, with a specific Kombi kit at R$3,700.

The trend of mini-motorhomes is growing in Brazil. Owners of the iconic Volkswagen Kombi (over 1.5 million units produced) have two fundamentally different options.

Full Kombi conversion

The basic cost of converting a Kombi into living space starts at R$15,000. This includes:

  • Insulation and paneling — about R$1,500
  • Custom furniture — from R$5,000 to R$12,000
  • Electrical system — about R$4,000
  • Mini-kitchen with portable stove and refrigerator — about R$2,000
  • Water supply system — R$500
  • Portable toilet — R$600
  • Mechanical inspection and replacement of consumables — at least R$3,000
  • Legalization of the conversion — about R$1,500

Removable transformer kit

A Brazilian company offers an alternative: removable kits that install in three minutes and turn a car into a "near-motorhome." The kit includes a sleeping area, kitchen, and bathroom. Prices start at R$2,900 for hatchbacks, SUVs, and vans. A separate kit for the Kombi costs R$3,700.

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Story sources

How much does it cost to convert a Kombi into a practical mini motorhome for short weekend trips

29.04.2026 Correio Braziliense - Radar POR Original source

Kit transforms your car into an 'almost motorhome' starting from R$ 2,900

02.12.2025 Mochileiros.com POR Original source

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