Just like that, the Motorhome and Caravan Show is over for another year. I’m sure I’m not the only one who enjoyed walking through the halls to see the new models that were being exhibited by the many manufacturers, dealers and converters in attendance.
This was my fourth year at the October Show, and I found myself thinking afterwards that it had been my favourite one so far. Why? Well, there was plenty of innovation on display, as designers manage to make the space in both motorhomes and campervans work even harder to provide a better experience for the user (I, personally, have never seen a campervan with a moving washroom before, for instance).
I clearly wasn’t alone in thinking this; at one point, my colleague, Peter Baber, exclaimed, “Oh wow” as we stepped inside a particular motorhome, impressed by the spacious interior and sheer size of the kitchen in the vehicle.
With that in mind, I’m sharing my takeaways from the 2025 Motorhome and Caravan Show.
1. The industry continues to innovate
It’s great to see how much innovation there is in the industry for the 2026 season.
For instance, visitors to the Knaus stand got to see the BoxTime range, which was making its UK debut through the 600 MQ.
This is a campervan which has been cleverly designed to offer more space and payload for the user. Knaus has managed to achieve this thanks to its lightweight technology, and in the model on display, the payload was expected to be around 695kg, despite it only having a length of 5.99m – pretty impressive.
That huge payload is not the only advantage either, with the internal construction moulding providing better soundproofing and insulation too.
Then there was the plug-in hybrid Panama P10E also debuting on the Marquis Leisure stand.
The ‘van is ULEZ-compliant and could be a tempting choice for those who are after eco-friendly campervan tour, with an electric-only range of up to 32 miles.
Another example was the WildAx Equinox, a Ford Transit-based model which comes with a Lippert roof. This handy feature means it will fit flush into a moulding when it’s brought down, useful as it will significantly reduce the amount of noise you could hear when you’re on the road.
2. Have motorhomes and campervans ever been more eye-catching?
One of my major takeaways from this year’s show was the sheer amount of colour on display. This wasn’t just the case on the exterior of the vehicles, either, with interiors also offering plenty of vibrant shades.
For instance, it was impossible to walk near the Laika stand and not have your gaze drawn towards the Laika Kosmo 60 Supremos, models which I thought were possibly the most eye-catching campervans on display.
The three models from the range each offer their own striking colour scheme, both inside and out. The three interior styles are Azzurro Capri, with orange “Noto” eco-leather, Verde Mugello, with “Matera” cognac coloured-eco-leather, and finally, Arancio Sicilia, with a white “Carrara” eco-leather.
A trip to the Marquis Leisure stand allowed you to see the vibrant new cabs on the Benimar Tessoros too, where the smart new chrome blue metallic colour scheme provide plenty of elegance.
Then there was the daring upholstery found in the Mobilvetta Kea Kompact. A white upholstery has been used in the parallel settee lounge, which, in my opinion, creates a classy interior vibe in a motorhome which is only 2.15m wide, yet 6.36m long.
And, of course, anyone who took a trip to the Swift stand would undoubtedly have had their attention drawn to the new Trekker coachbuilt range. The motorhomes have a Ford Trail bumper and grille with wide body side mouldings to create an attention-grabbing exterior.
The interior stands out just as much, too. The upholstery comes in a charcoal colour, with orange and yellow scatter cushions that add a pop of colour.
3. There’s a campervan that could make you think you’re inside a low-profile
One campervan that really caught our attention was the Rapido V62 (aka, the model that we named “one of the top vans” at Caravan Salon). Step inside, and you could be forgiven for thinking you’ve been transported into a low-profile motorhome.
This is because, at the rear of the campervan, you can find a generous rear French bed, a perfectly reasonable corner washroom, and then, just in front of this, you get a large mirrored double wardrobe. It’s only 6.36m long, too.
Ok, you could say the Auto-Sleepers Kingham has the same layout and also comes to the same length, but what makes the V62 further stand out is the sociable lounge you get at the front of the campervan as well.
4. There was a motorhome at the Show that actually made our Reviews editor go “Oh wow”
I spent some of the Show with our Reviews editor, Peter Baber, and possibly my biggest surprise of the show was when we stepped inside a motorhome that made him exclaim, “Oh wow”.
This was the Rimor Sailer 56 Plus, a Ford Transit-based motorhome which is 6.95m long. Inside, you get a large shower cubicle in the side washroom, but what really stood out was the huge L-shaped kitchen at the rear of the motorhome. In fact, we thought it was one of the largest we’ve seen in a low-profile.
Features include a 141-litre fridge, an oven, and a three-burner hob, while there’s plenty of work space for keen chefs.
5. Motorhomes and campervans are offering increasing amounts of versatility
There were various instances at the Birmingham show where manufacturers have found a way to make the interiors of ‘vans work even harder, providing greater flexibility and ingenuity.
One of my favourite examples of this had to be in the Bürstner Habiton campervans, which had quite possibly the most versatile washroom I – and the rest of the team – have ever seen. This is because it can slide forwards or backwards, as the situation dictates.
I thought this was such a handy feature, as it allows the user to prioritise space in the dinette during the day (which also slides forwards and backwards), or set up a second single bed at the rear of the ‘van during the evening. Clever, eh?
6. Campervanning continues to get more adventurous
There have been a variety of campervans that have been released in recent years that are designed to allow the user to get more active on tour, such as the Swift Trekker range. This October, a new model launched in the form of the Bailey Endurance, which is also suited to those who like more active getaways.
Coming on a “Grey Matter” base vehicle, the Endurance E65 is well-suited to those who enjoy campervanning off-grid, courtesy of its 130W solar panel and two leisure batteries, while winter touring is catered towards too, thanks to the Truma Combi D4E heating system.
But the wide range of optional extras could make this a particularly attractive prospect for activity-loving owners. Take the Adventure Pack (£1,250) to get a Rhino roof rack and ladder, roof-mounted off-road lighting and two 100W Truma solar panels. Then, so long as you have this, you can also add the Tentbox roof tent (£2,790), which comes in a very smart Sunset Orange.
7. Happy birthday, Adria
Adria is celebrating its 60th anniversary in 2025, having produced its first caravan, the Adria 375, in 1965 when the company was known as IMW. While motorhomes did not follow until 1984, the brand has since produced its 100,000th model, and is honouring its anniversary by releasing three special edition models.
These are the Adria Matrix 670 SL 60 Year Edition, the Coral 760DL, and the Twin 640 SGX, with each one coming with extra spec, exclusive upholstery and design details. Each model is based on a Fiat Ducato.
The Super Twin especially caught our eye at the Show. It comes loaded with features for enjoyable touring, including a front panoramic window, 16″ alloys, and Webasto diesel heating. A two-berth as standard, it has a length of 6.36m, a width of 2.10m, and an OTR price of £75,945.
8. Touring has never looked so luxurious
Perhaps the most luxurious motorhome to be found at the show was the Morelo Iveco S-Way Palace Liner 103 GSB. The Iveco Daily-based ‘van has a whole host of comforts that would make touring more like being in a high-end hotel.
Take the cab with its flush-fitting cockpit windows, bus-style rear-view mirrors, and a Birdview camera to provide a view of the area around the motorhome. There’s even a garage which is big enough to store a car.
Step inside and you find a washroom with a ceramic toilet and a large shower cubicle with real glass. Then there’s the kitchen, which features a double sink, a BSH 172-litre refrigerator and domestic oven, and a stylish pull-out cabinet.
Handleless overhead lockers can be found throughout, while the hot water underfloor heating will make touring in the winter months a much more pleasant experience.
There are also a whole host of optional extras, including a dishwasher, a roof awning, four 150W solar panels, an Empire rain shower, and even, for £34,200, a slide-out kitchen and living area on the driver’s side
However, the model on the stand costs a whopping £564,820. I can dream…
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