Spanish Benimar unveils Tessoro 481 on Ford Transit base, 5.99 m long. Sleeps four, features L-shaped kitchen, separate bathroom, electric bed. Price from €63,000.
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Benimar introduces Storm Line package for Ford-based Tessoro: grey cab, black wheels, blue-purple graphics. New T443 layout with transverse and lift bed. Debut at Caravan Salon Düsseldorf.
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Benimar has unveiled the Mileo 297, a motorhome manufactured in Spain (Peñíscola, Castellón). It includes a garage, a bathroom with separate shower, a bedroom with a 150×195 cm bed, and an additional bed in the lounge. Dimensions are 7.41 m long, 2.3 m wide, 2.89 m high, with a maximum weight of 3500 kg. The base version with a 140 hp diesel engine starts at €71,000, with an optional 180 hp engine and automatic transmission.
At its Granda factory, Central Lechera Asturiana awarded a Benimar Mileo motorhome to Ignacio Arévalo Mateo from the Basque Country, winner of the 'Gana una autocaravana' promotion.
New Zealand motorhome retailer and manufacturer TrailLite has launched its first fully New Zealand-built motorhome, directly challenging the European brands that dominate the market. Founded 72 years ago, TrailLite also offers motorhomes and campervans from brands such as Benimar, Mobilvetta and McLouis. The company's revenue has nearly doubled over the past decade following a post-Covid boom.
Benimar has introduced the Tessoro Storm Line, a semi-integrated motorhome built on the Ford Transit chassis instead of the Fiat Ducato. The vehicle is nearly seven meters long. The bed measures 1.98 meters in length and 1.40 meters in width, with sleeping space for four adults. The Storm Line package, which includes a Raptor-style grille, black alloy wheels, and decorative decals, costs €2,000. It is only available with the Northautokapp package for €10,000, adding improved heating, insulation, a more powerful engine (165 hp), and an automatic transmission.
Spanish motorhome manufacturer Benimar has unveiled a comprehensive update for its 2027 range, now comprising seven families: Amphitryon, Mileo, Tessoro, Yrteo, Sport, Benivan, and the new entry-level Kaleo series. Built on the Citroën Jumper chassis, Kaleo offers three low-profile floorplans and one overcab version, targeting budget-conscious buyers. All models feature ADAS systems compliant with GSR II regulations and Truma iNet X Pro for smartphone control. The company also introduced lighter PET structural materials and maintains ISO 14001 certification.
Trigano's Mediterranean subsidiaries have unveiled new models for the upcoming season. Mobilvetta introduced the Karys series on Fiat Ducato starting at €66,490, Panama launched the flagship P10+ on Ford Transit at €69,900 and the budget River 10 on Renault Master at €60,000, while Benimar updated its lineup with a 20–25 kg weight reduction and will premiere the Amphityron A 981 at the Düsseldorf Caravan Salon.
Spanish manufacturer Benimar has introduced the Storm Line special edition of the Tessoro T443 for the 2027 model year. The version features grey GRP side panels, a Ford Raptor-style grille, and 16-inch black alloy wheels. The Storm Line package costs €1,990, while the mandatory Northautokapp package (€9,990) includes winter equipment, a 165-hp engine, automatic transmission, and driver assistance systems. The Plus package (€2,795) adds a 200 W solar panel, parking sensors, and preparation for a second battery. The rear transverse bed measures 1.98×1.40 m, and the garage has been enlarged to 100×132 cm.
Spanish manufacturer Benimar has introduced the Tessoro T481 model, 6 meters in length. The motorhome offers four berths without fixed beds, features a corner kitchen and a separate shower. Base price is €64,890.
Spanish motorhome manufacturer Benimar has announced its updated 2027 range. The lineup includes seven families, including the new entry-level Kaleo series on a Citroën Jumper chassis. Models feature ADAS systems compliant with European GSRII regulations and Truma iNet X Pro control system. Production now uses lighter, more sustainable PET materials.
Benimar has introduced the Tessoro 481, a compact motorhome built on the Ford Transit platform. At 5.99 meters, it offers maneuverability and efficient interior layout. The standard version features a 130 hp turbodiesel engine with a manual gearbox, with a 165 hp automatic option available. Interior includes a two-burner kitchen, 150-liter fridge, two sleeping areas, shower, and Webasto heating. Priced around $60,000, it competes with models like Chausson 640 and Challenger 240.
Spanish manufacturer Benimar has introduced the Yrteo 2026 range, combining the spaciousness of a motorhome with the maneuverability of a camper van. The models are 2.14 m wide, 18 cm narrower than standard motorhomes, and built on a Ford Transit chassis. Two versions are available: Yrteo 840 (5.99 m) and Yrteo 861 (6.69 m), both with 2.0 EcoBlue diesel engines (130 or 165 hp) and an optional 8-speed automatic transmission. Prices start at €60,000, roughly €25,000 less than a Volkswagen California.
Camping-car Magazine published a review of the BENIMAR BENIVAN 100ES motorhome. The model is a profiled motorhome based on Ford with twin beds. The review is part of a series on compact profiled motorhomes.
Spanish manufacturer Benimar offers the Tessoro 481 as the most affordable new motorhome on the Spanish market. Prices start at €61,000 and can reach €70,000 with optional extras. The motorhome is built on a Ford Transit Euro 6 chassis with a 130 hp diesel engine and 6-speed manual transmission. Inside, it features a compact 5.99 m layout with sleeping for four, a kitchen, shower, and Webasto diesel heating. The model reflects a broader price increase in the sector: a decade ago new motorhomes cost around €40,000, while today the entry point is €60,000.
Central Lechera Asturiana is running a promotion offering a chance to win a 2026 Benimar Mileo 263 motorhome valued at approximately €80,000. The 7.39-meter model on a Fiat chassis sleeps up to five people, features twin beds convertible into a double, an electric drop-down bed, a separate shower, and a Truma diesel heater. To enter, participants must purchase the brand's products, keep the receipt, and register online by uploading a photo of the receipt before June 30.
Spanish companies Benimar and Panama have unveiled Ford-based campers positioned as cheaper alternatives to the Volkswagen California. Prices start at 52,900 euros.
On May 18, 2026, at the Benimar convention in Tarragona, Catalonia, the company unveiled the Tessoro T443 Stormline 2027 model. This 6.99 m profile on a Ford Transit 2.0 L (130 hp) base features the Stormline package, including a Ford Raptor-style grille, black bumper, metallic grey cab paint, and blue mountain-inspired decals. The trim is only available with the Northautokapp and Plus packages, ensuring a high equipment level: 150 L compressor fridge, separate shower, modular storage, lighter furniture, improved AGM battery, standard solar panels, and an electric drop-down bed with 1.91 m headroom. The price of the Stormline version has not been announced.
Benimar has introduced four new floorplans for the Yrteo series for 2027. Models Y881 (5.99 m) and Y885 (6.39 m) replace fixed beds with drop-down beds, increasing vehicle height to 2.89 m. The compressor fridge capacity has been raised from 70 to 150 liters, and the entry door width from 56 to 65 cm. Payload has been improved by reducing furniture weight.
Spanish manufacturer Benimar has introduced the compact Benivan 100 motorhome built on a Citroën chassis. The 5.41 m model includes a shower, a two-burner kitchen with an 84 L compressor fridge, and sleeping space for three. It is powered by a 2.2 L diesel engine (140 hp), features a 200 W solar panel and a Truma heater. Price in Spain starts at €51,990.