Which are the Most Economical and Fuel-Efficient Campervans?
How much money will it take to own and run your very own camper?
When you are in the market for a campervan, one of the biggest day-to-day costs you have to think about is the campervan MPG
You might be surprised to hear that, general running costs, are a lot lower than you might be expecting! The average MPG for a Sussex Campervan is very similar to that of a car. Many of our clients decide to use their campers as a full-time vehicle, saving themselves some pennies.
Typically, the bigger the vehicle the lower the MPG. Which is why campervans have a much better fuel efficiency than motorhomes. However, many models, such as the NV200 camper car are small enough to maintain a very good MPG making them very affordable and economically viable.
Finding the right balance between space and efficiency can be a difficult thing to balance.
Which are the Most Economical Camper Vans?
Below is a table of some of the most popular campervans in the UK and their MPG. See which campervans are the best for fuel consumption.
| Van Model | Engine | Berth | Combine MPG |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Nissan NV200 |
1.5L Diesel, 89bhp |
2 |
53.3 |
|
Renault Trafic |
1.6L Diesel, 95bhp |
2-4 |
46.3 |
|
Ford Transit Custom |
2.0L Diesel, 170bhp |
4 |
40.9 |
|
Nissan El Grand |
2.5/3.5L |
5 |
38 |
|
Mercedes-Benz V-Class Marco Polo |
2.0L Diesel, 161bhp |
4 |
37.2 |
|
Nissan NV200 |
1.6L, Petrol, 108bhp |
2 |
36 |
|
Volkswagen California |
2.0L Diesel, 201bhp |
4 |
33.6 |
|
Mercedes-Benz V-Class Marco Polo |
2.0L Diesel, 236bhp |
4 |
33.6 |
|
Mercedes-Benz-Sprinter |
2.1L Diesel |
4 |
31.4 |
NV200 CamperCar
The Nv200 is the ideal campervan for solo travellers or couples looking to travel. Small, yet roomy, and good value for money, the campercar is one of the most popular models available.
The Largest Small Campervan
For over 10 years, the NV200 held the title of the biggest small campervan. The capacity of the campercar has helped it to become one of those most sought after campervans.
Some of the biggest strengths of the NV200:
Fuel economy: Up to 55.4 mpg (diesel model)
Payload capacity: 770 kg (higher than most rival vans of similar size)
Load volume: 4.2 m³ (competitive for its size)
Towing capacity: 1,200 kg (braked trailer)
Euro NCAP rating: 3/5 stars (2014 test)
CO2 emissions: 134 g/km (diesel, tax-efficient)
Turning circle: 10.6m (good for city driving)
Renault Trafic
The Renault Trafic is the perfect campervan for adventurers seeking space and reliability. Spacious yet efficient, and offering great value, it’s one of the top choices for medium-sized camper conversions.
The Midsize Champion
Larger in size than the NV200 the Renault Trafic is a great campervan for families. It’s strengths are it’s durability and ability to remain incredibly cost-effective throughout it’s lifespan.
The Renault Trafic biggest advantage over some of the other 4-6 berth campervans on the market, is its reliability.
Some of the biggest strengths of the Renault trafic:
Fuel economy: Up to 44.1 mpg (diesel, WLTP)
Payload capacity: 1,226 kg (strong for medium vans)
Load volume: 5.8 m³ (L2 model, spacious for class)
Towing capacity: 2,500 kg (braked, best-in-class)
Euro NCAP rating: 3/5 stars (2019 test)
CO2 emissions: 168 g/km (diesel, WLTP)
Turning circle: 12.8m (slightly larger than rivals)
