Russian family travels in motorhome for almost a year

The Xingyu Dongfeng Xiaokang 2026 motorhome has been introduced on the Russian market at a price of 3,509,000 rubles. This category B model accommodates six people, features a 2.0-liter gasoline engine with 143 hp, manual transmission, and rear-wheel drive. It includes a 12V 400 Ah lithium-ion battery, 400 W solar panels, 100 liters of fresh water, a kitchen with an induction hob, and an external gas stove. The vehicle offers factory assembly and autonomy previously unavailable in this price range.

A court in Irkutsk ordered a businessman to pay more than 765,000 rubles for delaying the production of a camper. The order was placed in autumn 2023 with a March 2024 deadline, but the module was delivered only in late August 2024. The delay was 157 days.

In 2026, the Xingyu Dongfeng Xiaokang motorhome entered the Russian market at a price of 3.5 million rubles. This Class B model accommodates six people and features a 2.0-liter gasoline engine (143 hp), manual transmission, and rear-wheel drive. It includes an alcove bed, kitchen with induction hob and refrigerator, 400 Ah lithium-ion battery, 400 W solar panels, air conditioning, and a diesel heater. The body is made of monolithic fiberglass with composite panels.

Sollers, together with ST Nizhegorodets, presented a motorhome based on the SF5 van at the Kemper Expo exhibition in Kolomna. Sales are expected by the end of 2026 after certification.

The author of the PRO AVTO channel (90,000 subscribers) presented a selection of budget cars suitable for living and traveling. The list includes Lada Largus, Renault Duster, and Volkswagen Caddy. The Largus features foldable rear seats and rear doors, the Duster offers high ground clearance and low fuel consumption (6–8 L), and the Caddy provides a large trunk, high ceiling, and a diesel engine (5 L/100 km). Ready-made camping solutions, including mosquito nets and slide-out kitchens, are available for the Caddy.

The Minty Fresh motorhome, based on the 2024 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, has been introduced to the Russian market. The model accommodates a family of four and includes compartments for transporting sports equipment such as bicycles and kayaks. It features full sleeping quarters, a kitchen, and an autonomous power system. All-wheel drive and driver assistance systems provide off-road capability and safety.