All Electric Camper Vans, RVs and EV Campervans in Our Future
For those of us who love camping and reducing our fossil fuel use, we’re eager to see the first electric campervan or all electric RV. The campervan market is growing with digital nomads working from National Parks, campgrounds, and Wifi hotspots around the country.
More consumers looking to make a much smaller carbon footprint, and some are wondering if a zero-emission electric RV for camping is in the cards.
The Future of Electric Camper Vans
As electric charging stations multiply and battery technology improves, the future is full of possibility. However, it may be a while before we have the ability to drive a typical RV or motorhome enough miles on electric range alone.
In the near future, smaller electric campervans, other electric vehicles transformed into makeshift campers, and solar panels on RVs are good news for those wishing to try off-grid camping road trips.
Best Electric Camper Vans 2022 and Beyond
Let’s take a look at the electric vans, RVs, and other EV camping options that are in the works.
VW ID. Buzz
Lots of excitement and “buzz” is building for this soon to be released VW. Built with the original VW campers in mind, this full EV van will release with the promise of dedicated camper versions coming in the pipeline. Though we may have to wait for the actual campers, we know there will plenty of first adopters that will purchase the first releases of the ID Buzz and convert them in to campers.
Electric Capability: Full EV
Electric Range: 275 miles (estimated)
Cost: $70,000+
Status: Coming to UK/Europe first, arriving to U.S. 2024 or later
VN5 E-Camper by LEVC
Designed similarly to the London Electric Vehicle Company’s electric cargo van, the VN5 e-camper will sleep four people with a second-row bench seat that folds down into a double bed. It includes a kitchenette, central folding table, and a pop up roof.
Electric Capability: Hybrid
Electric Range: 60 miles (304 miles with range extender)
Cost: $65,000+
Status: Coming to UK/Europe first, arriving to U.S. 2023 or later
Volkswagen Type 20: VW T2 Bus Camper
The Volkswagen electric camper will have the iconic look of the original VW campervan but with a host of new modern features. Aside from all-electric drivetrain, it is set to have facial recognition system access via a 720p camera, a voice assistant, and a holographic display integrated into the dashboard.
Electric Capability: Fully electric
Electric Range: TBD
Cost: TBD
Status: Concept being developed
Canoo Multi-Purpose Delivery Vehicle
Canoo is an EV company to watch out. Similar to Rivian, they are trying to make their mark in both the commercial and consumer space. Their vehicle offering is interesting with a focus on utility which is why they will be offering small trucks, vans, and delivery vehicles. What makes this company unique is that they are trying to create a vehicle with a platform based on technology that is scalable and totally customizable to a customers needs. Something that Tesla and Rivian don’t offer in their closed systems. This means that the user stories for Canoo vehicles will vary dramatically and you can already see the potential. Campers and travels could easily configure any of their vehicles to meet their needs. It will be interesting to see how well this company does once they actually start selling vehicles.
Electric Capability: Fully electric EV
Electric Range: TBD
Cost: TBD
Status: Based in the US and coming to market soon.
Hillside Leisure Dalbury E-Electric
The Hillside Leisure Dalbury E-Electric is based on the Nissan e-NV200 mini van. It has a 95-watt solar power panel fitted on the roof to charge your devices and the battery, a side kitchen with a fridge and gas rings, various storage hatches, and space for a double bed.
Electric Capability: Fully electric
Electric Range: 106 miles
Cost: $39,000
Status: Released in UK
Nissan Pop-Top NV200 Electric Campervan
Nissan recently unveiled a new line of pop-top EV campervans. The Nissan e-NV200 is a fully electric campervan that can run 124 miles on a single charge. It has a pop-top elevating roof with rooftop solar panels, an integrated kitchen, a refrigerator, folding beds, and insulated glass to endure any weather conditions in the great outdoors.
Electric Capability: Fully electric
Electric Range: 124 miles
Cost: $25,000+
Status: Released in Europe, no longer in production
Nissan Pop-Top NV300 Hybrid Campervan
The other one of Nissan’s electric pop tops is the NV300. It’s similar to NV200, but the NV300 is a hybrid model. It has extra space with its pop-up sleeper roof for a double bed and a bench that can fold into a second sleeping space. The compact kitchen has a stove, sink, refrigerator alongside a dining area with a removable table and swivel seats.
Electric Capability: Hybrid
Electric Range: 188 miles
Cost: $27,000+
Status: May no longer be in production
Wellhouse Leisure Vauxhall Vivaro E-Conversion
The Vauxhall Vivaro is an all-electric camper with a large 75kWh battery that gives it an impressive range of 205 miles. In its interiors you’ll find air-conditioning, an upper roof bed, and a small kitchenette with Italian appliances.
Electric Capability: Fully electric
Electric Range: 205 miles
Cost: $83,000+
Status: Concept being developed
Fixxture Electric Campervan
Dutch company Camperfixx is converting medium-sized light commercial vehicles into electric campervans. The e-Fixxture electric campervan is based on an existing minivan from the PSA Group (Peugeot, Opel, Citroen). The interior consists of a sofabed, a kitchen with built-in storage compartments, and a pop-up roof with a sleeping area with lots of ventilation.
Electric Capability: Fully electric
Electric Range: 205 miles
Cost: $22,000+
Status: Released in the Netherlands only
German Electric Brands XBus
The German Electric Brands XBus are electric trucks that have a modular setup, meaning you’re not tied to charging stations but you can change the batteries as you drive along. There are a variety of base models available. The Camper model has a sleeping area for two people, a space-saving kitchen with a sink, hotplate, and refrigerator, sound system, and a TV.
Electric Capability: Fully electric
Electric Range: 124 miles
Cost: $38,000+
Status: Production starting 2022 in Europe
Polydrops P17a Trailer
The Polydrops P17a Trailer claims to be the perfect solution to those who want to camp with an electric car. This futuristic EV motorhome trailer is also shown to work with conventional vehicles for off-grid camping.
The interior has enough room to fit a full-sized mattress and a mini closet. There’s also an air conditioner, Bluetooth speakers, and an electric kitchenette all running on solar panels. Polydrop also developed an off-road EV trailer called P17X Explorer.
Electric Capability: Fully solar powered
Electric Range: Varies based on tow vehicle
Cost: $26,990+
Status: Available (12 months lead time)
Dethleffs E.Home Caravan Trailer
The E.Home Caravan by Dethleffs, a German manufacturer of caravans, aims to solve the problem of power consumption towing for electric vehicles. The caravan is designed to have a self-sufficient electric drive and smart strain relief to improve towing capacity.
Electric Capability: 2x – 40 kWh batteries and 30 kW electric motors
Electric Range: Varies based on tow vehicle
Cost: TBD
Status: Concept being developed
Fiat Ducato Electric Modified Campervan
The Fiat Ducato is one of the most popular base vehicles for camper van conversion. With the release of electric model of the Ducato, this model makes for the perfectly capable e-camper van, especially for those who want full control of what systems and features to include in the interiors.
Electric Capability: Fully electric
Electric Range: 130 to 230 miles
Cost: $73,000+
Status: Aviailable in UK
Airstream Electric-Assisted Camp Trailer for EVs
With the growing demand of camper EVs, companies like Airstream want to disrupt the industry. Airstream is designing an electric-assisted travel camper that will help reduce drag when towing. Developers claim the battery will allow for up to two weeks of camping off grid.
This eStream is set to have advanced battery technology, remote-control parking, voice control, and intuitive touchscreens.
Electric Capability: 80 kWh batteries
Electric Range: Varies depending on tow vehicle
Cost: TBD
Status: Concept being developed
Mercedes Sprinter Future EV Van
The Mercedes Sprinter is due to get a major upgrade. The future Sprinter is said to come out in the near future during the second half of 2023. Mercedes already announced a new platform that will make different configurations available for the Sprinter, including three different battery sizes, two wheelbase lengths, and a rear-mounted drive system.
Electric Capability: Fully electric
Electric Range: TBD
Cost: TBD
Status: Launching in late 2023
Rivian RT1 Electric Truck With Tent
The Rivian RT1 sports the classic looks of a pick-up truck with the high-quality features of an EV. In collaboration with Yakima, they offer a rooftop tent package that uses telescoping bars to lock the camping tent onto the truck bed and includes a wall-to-wall foam mattress.
The Rivian camping truck drivetrain has four motors, making it ideal for off-roading. Rivian EVs seats two at the front and three in the rear bench. The Rivian tent sleeps three people.
Electric Capability: Fully electric
Electric Range: 314 to 400 miles
Cost: $67,500+
Status: In production
Tesla Car Camping Conversion
The tri-motor version of the Tesla Cybertruck will be capable of towing up to 14,000 pounds, which will easily tow a trailer. While many await the chance to go Tesla Cybertruck camping, companies like CyberLandr are developing a conversion that will be a seamless extension of the Cybertruck.
The CyberLandr camp conversion will be a compact design with satellite internet, heated floors, pivoting tables, surround sound system, and an Ultra HD Smart TV.
Electric Capability: Fully electric
Electric Range: 250-500+ miles, depending on motor selected
Cost: $50,000+
Status: Available for pre-order
We look forward to seeing more great electric campervan options in the future. Let us know what your favorite EV RV, van, trailer, or EV vehicle conversion for camping is in the comments.
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