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Panama P09 based on Ford Transit Custom: a budget alternative to the Volkswagen California

25.06.2026 07:30 1 min 1 source
Autobahn NLD
Panama P09 based on Ford Transit Custom: a budget alternative to the Volkswagen California
Original source: Autobahn

Spanish brand Panama has introduced the P09 camper van built on the Ford Transit Custom. The model offers five seats and two sleeping areas (150×190 cm and in the pop-up roof). The indicative price in Southern Europe is around €52,900, significantly lower than the Volkswagen California (from €80,000). Equipment includes a kitchen module with a stove and sink, a refrigerator, and a foldable table. Limitations: a 10-liter fresh water tank, no fixed toilet or shower.

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Panama P09 based on Ford Transit Custom: a budget alternative to the Volkswagen California

25.06.2026 Autobahn NLD Original source

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Updated: 20.06.2026

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€1.59 · £1.37/l

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pricier than 64% of countries

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pricier than 65% of countries

LPG

$1.17 /l

€1.03 · £0.89/l

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pricier than 81% of countries

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