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Sunlight Ibex 4x4 and Rhön Camp New Ultimate: New Campers

23.07.2026 05:20 1 min 2 sources
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Sunlight Ibex 4x4 and Rhön Camp New Ultimate: New Campers
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In Brief

German Sunlight starts series production of the all-wheel-drive Ibex 4x4 on VW Crafter base, while Rhön Camp unveils New Ultimate with inflatable roof on VW or Ford base.

German manufacturer Sunlight has started series production of the all-wheel-drive camper Ibex 4x4 based on the VW Crafter. The model, previously shown as a concept, underwent testing in Iceland and the Faroe Islands. Order acceptance will begin in summer 2026; price has not yet been announced.

Meanwhile, Rhön Camp has presented the New Ultimate camper based on the Volkswagen Transporter or Ford Tourneo Custom. It features a 150 hp diesel engine, automatic transmission, and a patented inflatable roof that increases interior height to 2.3 meters. The base version is gas-free: the kitchen uses an induction hob, and power comes from a 200 Ah lithium battery.

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Sunlight launches series production of Ibex 4x4 camper on VW Crafter base

06.05.2026 OpenVan.camp SPA Original source

Rhön Camp New Ultimate camper van with inflatable roof and 150 HP diesel

11.01.2026 Motor1.com SPA Original source

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Super E10

$2.48 /l

€2.16 · £1.86/l

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pricier than 96% of countries

Super Plus 98

$2.53 /l

€2.21 · £1.90/l

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pricier than 91% of countries

Diesel

$2.49 /l

€2.17 · £1.86/l

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pricier than 94% of countries

Premium Diesel

$2.79 /l

€2.43 · £2.09/l

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pricier than 90% of countries

LPG

$1.27 /l

€1.11 · £0.95/l

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pricier than 89% of countries

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