Select currency
Popular
—
Report a problem
The Fiat Ducatoⓘ has won the "Best Motorhome Base 2022" award for the 14th consecutive year, voted by readers of German magazine Promobil. The 2021 model features a new 9-speed automatic transmission, Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, and a Euro 6d-Final 2.2-litre diesel engine.
Aggregated by OpenVan.camp from the public sources listed below, with AI-assisted translation and summary. We always link to the original source. Machine translation may differ from the original -- check the source for important details. Images and content remain the property of their respective owners. Copyright information
The Fiat Ducato has won the "Best Motorhome Base 2022" award for the 14th consecutive year, voted by readers of German magazine Promobil. The 2021 mod...
The Fiat Ducato has won the "Best Motorhome Base 2022" award for the 14th consecutive year, voted by readers of German magazine Promobil. The 2021 model features a new 9-speed automatic transmission, Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, and a Euro 6d-Final 2.2-litre diesel engine.
Updated: 25.07.2026
Super E10
$2.46 /l
€2.16 · £1.85/l
135 of 140
pricier than 96% of countries
Super Plus 98
$2.52 /l
€2.21 · £1.89/l
87 of 94
pricier than 91% of countries
Diesel
$2.47 /l
€2.17 · £1.86/l
134 of 141
pricier than 94% of countries
Premium Diesel
$2.77 /l
€2.43 · £2.08/l
38 of 41
pricier than 90% of countries
LPG
$1.26 /l
€1.11 · £0.95/l
50 of 55
pricier than 89% of countries
Best regions in the coming days
Country overview
Avg. score
59
Top city
Schleswig-Holstein 83From October Spain bans blocking motorhome parking, but the Canaries tighten site rules. Also: Honda Trail Master and Turkey's caravan boom.
Two years on the road with a cat named Zhuzu — and not a single day of wanting to go back. We break down life in a camper van: where to find water, how heating works, what to do about electricity, and where to look for overnight spots. 7 countries, hundreds of places, and an honest account — from the mountain roads of Turkey to the coastline of Montenegro.
Comprehensive review of all RV and camper toilet types: cassette, portable, gravity, vacuum, macerating, dry flush, sealing, incinerating, composting and separating. Comparison of models, consumables, installation and annual costs.
The Fiat Ducato Motorhome Base is the most common platform for European motorhomes and camper van conversions. Its front-wheel-drive layout, multiple chassis configurations, and widespread service network make it the pragmatic choice for manufacturers and converters.
Italy
2
Launched in 1981, the Fiat Ducato celebrates its 45th anniversary. Over six generations, more than 3.5 million units have been produced, 1.6 million of which became the base for motorhomes. In 2025, it was named the most popular motorhome chassis for the 17th time.
Germany
2
Fiat Ducato won the readers' poll of German magazine Promobil as the best motorhome base for the 18th time in a row, with 45.8% of votes. In 2025, 31,370 new motorhomes on its chassis were registered in Germany.
Volkswagen has updated its Grand California camper van. Changes include a 104–174 W solar panel, two 40 Ah lithium iron phosphate batteries (40% more capacity), and driver assistance features: intersection assist and driver monitoring. A new pillar trim theme has been added to the interior.
Lifestyle
© CleanKids-Magazin • Das Familienmagazin – Ratgeber, Inspiration, Urlaubs- und Alltagstipps nicht nur für Eltern
With Europe experiencing its second-largest burned area on record in 2026, travelers in motorhomes and caravans are urged to take precautions. The consumer advice center of North Rhine-Westphalia (Verbraucherzentrale NRW) has issued recommendations on trip preparation, insurance coverage, and emergency procedures. Key advice includes checking routes for fire warnings, keeping documents and digital copies accessible, and reviewing insurance policies, including comprehensive and contents coverage.
Germany
3
Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the updated Marco Polo camper featuring a two-layer aluminium pop-up roof that increases interior height by 100 mm. Three diesel engines up to 174 kW, a 9-speed automatic and optional all-wheel drive are available. European sales start after August 5.
The Mercedes Marco Polo (447 series, 2015–2019) remains sought-after on the used market due to its premium interior and driving comfort. Fully equipped examples start at around €40,000, while three-year-old vehicles with up to 50,000 km cost at least €60,000. The OM651 and OM654 diesel engines are known for AdBlue system issues and NOx sensor failures, and timing chain wear may occur after 200,000 km.
Germany
2
Mercedes has unveiled the updated Marco Polo camper van with a pop-up roof offering 100 mm more headroom, optional panoramic glass, and upgraded features. European sales begin August 5; price TBA.
VARIOmobil has unveiled the luxury motorhome Vario Perfect 1200 QS Platinum, built on a Mercedes Actros 2553 LLL chassis. Price: €2.2 million. Length: 12 m, weight: 26 t, power: 530 hp from a 12.8-litre diesel. Living area with slide-outs: 35 sq m. Interior includes a living room, separate dining area, kitchen with dishwasher, bathroom, and king-size bedroom. An integrated garage can hold a car, including an EV, with a charging station. Each unit is custom-built.
Install OpenVan.camp
Get quick access and offline reading.
The app is already installed on this device.
Use your browser menu to install or add to home screen.
