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In 2026, demand remains for caravans as a flexible travel solution. Key selection criteria include family composition, type of planned trips, and budget, with three main categories available on the market: rigid, folding, and fifth-wheel caravans.
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In 2026, demand remains for caravans as a flexible travel solution. Key selection criteria include family composition, type of planned trips, and budg...
In 2026, demand remains for caravans as a flexible travel solution. Key selection criteria include family composition, type of planned trips, and budget, with three main categories available on the market: rigid, folding, and fifth-wheel caravans.
Updated: 25.07.2026
SP95-E10
$2.32 /l
€2.04 · £1.74/l
130 of 140
pricier than 92% of countries
SP98
$2.41 /l
€2.11 · £1.80/l
82 of 94
pricier than 86% of countries
Gazole
$2.45 /l
€2.15 · £1.84/l
132 of 141
pricier than 93% of countries
Gazole premium
$2.51 /l
€2.20 · £1.88/l
34 of 41
pricier than 80% of countries
GPL
$1.19 /l
€1.04 · £0.89/l
47 of 55
pricier than 84% of countries
Superéthanol-E85
$0.97 /l
€0.85 · £0.73/l
4 of 6
cheaper than 50% of countries
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