Which is the best motorhome brand to choose in Australia?
When you start looking at motorhomes in Australia, you’ll likely come across Jayco, Avida, Avan, and perhaps Auto-Trail, which is now only available through EliteRV.
How can you decide which is the best option?
What makes a great motorhome brand for you will depend on your personal travel habits, money, and what you care about in a home on wheels. If you’re in a hurry, this article explains the main reasons why more Australians are interested in European-built motorhomes like Auto-Trail.
What are the main things to consider when choosing a motorhome?
Considering what makes a motorhome great is a good idea before you start looking at brands.
Is it the build quality? The layout? Fuel efficiency? Storage space? How it drives? Or perhaps it’s the little things and design details that make us feel at home in our homes?
For some, the main thing is being able to handle rough terrain, but others prefer comfort, useful features, and a comfortable ride on highways. You should give different styles a try to find out which one looks best on you.
Looking at the local specialties
There are three main brands that build motorhomes in Australia. Jayco, Avida, and Avan.
They all have a good reputation, can be sold easily, and have a large number of service centres. They are designed to handle Australian roads, as well as the effects of coastal weather. There are many types and sizes to choose from, including small campervans and large motorhomes with extra features.
Every brand has a unique approach — some are concerned with low prices and multiple uses, while others focus on being innovative and made in the country. We won’t go into great detail here about these brands (we’ll let the forums do that), but it’s safe to say they have a lot going for them.
So, why consider Auto-Trail?
Motorhomes from Auto-Trail are made in the UK, and they give European-style design a twist to what is usually available here.
Here’s what sets them apart:
✔ Premium interiors
Auto-Trail motorhomes have a boutique apartment feel rather than a caravan feel. The finishes are top-notch, with soft furnishings, cabinets that look like wood, and soft lighting — all meant to help you feel at ease and a bit spoiled while traveling.
✔ Thoughtful layouts
The interiors have a smooth and continuous flow to them. All the space in the apartments has been planned to make living easy, not only to be functional.
✔ Driving experience
Motorhomes from Auto-Trail are built on the Ford Transit or Fiat Ducato chassis, giving them smooth automatic gearboxes, great handling, and good visibility. As a result, you feel less tired on long drives and can park more easily in small places.
✔ Fully equipped as standard
While some brands provide a simple model and let you add many features, Auto-Trail motorhomes are well-equipped from the beginning with solar panels, reversing cameras, air conditioning, ovens, and full bathrooms. No surprises later.
✔ Tailored for Australia
All Auto-Trail vehicles sold by EliteRV are adjusted to follow Australian safety and gas regulations. Also, having servicing and support available in Australia means you don’t have to deal with companies overseas.
The verdict?
There’s no one-size-fits-all answer. Jayco, Avida and Avan are all well known and have many loyal customers. If you want a more upscale way to travel, Auto-Trail is a good choice.
We might be biased because we’re the only Australian supplier, but we really think Auto-Trail gives you a top-quality motorhome without any sacrifices.
If you’d like to see what we have, you can get in touch or visit our Gold Coast or Victoria showroom. You’re under no pressure, but you can check out our motorhomes and see if Auto-Trail is right for you.
