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Two new campers from Japan: Mitsubishi Delica D:5 and Toyota TownAce

16.07.2026 04:08 1 min 2 sources
Yahoo!ニュース JPN + 1 more
Two new campers from Japan: Mitsubishi Delica D:5 and Toyota TownAce
Original source: Yahoo!ニュース

In Brief

Japanese companies unveiled two compact campers: one based on the Mitsubishi Delica D:5 with a fold-out bed and air conditioner, and the Papabuild F-BOX Square based on the Toyota TownAce, 1960 mm tall for urban parking garages.

Two new camper models have been announced in Japan. The first, based on the Mitsubishi Delica D:5, features two-tone seats that transform into a bed measuring 2100×1110 mm and a built-in air conditioner. It retains all-wheel drive and safety systems, making it suitable for daily use.

The second model is the F-BOX Square by Papabuild, based on the Toyota TownAce. With a height of 1960 mm, it can enter multi-story parking lots and car washes. Inside, it includes a 200-Ah lithium-ion battery, a 12-volt air conditioner, a microwave oven, and a TV, all mounted in the upper section to preserve sleeping space.

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Mitsubishi Delica D:5 converted into camper with fold-out bed and air conditioning

02.06.2026 Yahoo!ニュース JPN Original source

Compact camper van based on Toyota TownAce: 1960 mm height for urban parking

01.06.2026 月刊自家用車WEB - 厳選クルマ情報 JPN Original source

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