German campervan brand Vanderer has proven to be a master at turning the smallest vans into warm and cozy tiny homes on wheels, with a layout that goes far beyond your average mini campervan. The upstairs plan is simpler, breaking down the camper into a series of smart, versatile components spread around the vehicle. Wanderer Two roams the wilderness as one of the stealthiest multi-functional mini campers and instantly transforms from a 5-passenger van to a camper via an ultra-slim tailgate kit that keeps gear and groceries out of the way. I will.
Vanderer Two is based on a “Sleep & Storage” module, a low-profile component that smartly splits the difference between a basic utility drawer set and an expandable in-vehicle camping system. It fixes to the cargo floor of your Citroën Berlingo XL or Peugeot Lifter XL and acts as an everyday trunk organizer and an always-on integrated camping solution.
Unlike tall trunk-mounted camper-in-box systems that store refrigerators, water tanks, batteries, pots and pans, and other tall, bulky gear, a basic sleep and storage kit includes: There are two empty drawers of low and slim size. As much as possible.
These drawers will fit modest gear like slim cooktops, blankets, cookware and utensils, and low-profile utensils and dishes, but taller and larger items will need to find a spot on the outside of the drawer. There is.
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Although not designed to maximize internal storage capacity, the slim drawer setup provides some upper trunk space for items that won’t fit in the drawers. Useful for storing coolers, luggage, firewood, grills, etc. on camping trips, or for storing shopping bags, boxes, etc. on daily drives.
Wanderer maintains a low, slim overall profile by avoiding the folding hardware and tall stacks of thick tri-fold mattress panels used in other camp trunk systems. Instead, the Sleep & Storage module has a sliding feature that is even faster and easier to use. When the rear seats are folded down, the two front platform extensions slide out in seconds to complete the bed platform. The cushions fit together like puzzle pieces to form a 120 x 200 cm (47 x 79 inch) double bed that spans the entire rear cabin of the van. Solo campers can also set up only one side of the bed and leave the other side as storage space.
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When you sleep on the bed, you’ll see another benefit of the slim sleep & storage design. That’s plenty of headroom. The Wanderer Two is designed to be as light, simple and affordable as possible, so the Wanderer One’s pop-up roof is not an option and headroom is limited to what’s under the stock van’s roof. A low sleeping platform allows you to make the most of the available space.
Where Vanderer really gets creative with the Two package is with the floating components. The first is an expandable tabletop that comes as part of the Sleep & Storage set and is designed for use both inside and outside the car. It can be installed above the side shelf of your van’s tailgate and acts as a hovering indoor countertop across the width of the tailgate.
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When it’s time to prepare and eat, the top rotates through the sliding door and is installed inside the van as a table for the second row of seats. Supported by a removable leg system. For al fresco dining, the table top fits neatly into the passenger-side rear drawer and can also be used as a prep/cooktop surface. It can also be stored in a drawer, so you can slide it out when traveling.
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Another separate part of the Two package is the console refrigerator. A regular sliding trunk fridge was too expensive for what Wanderer had achieved in the rear, so the company replaced the van’s center console with a 14-liter compressor-style fridge box, providing ice-free refrigeration between the front seats. provided a room. While the tailgate area is not a convenient place to prepare meals, it is very convenient if you want to get a cold drink during the ride or eat or sleep inside the van. The front hinge prevents the top from hitting the table when opened.
The fridge comes standard, but if you’re looking for a second battery to run the fridge without straining your van’s battery, you’ll need to add the optional 50 or 105 Ah lithium battery package There is.
One thing noticeably missing from the Vanderer Two’s layout is a sink or reservoir of any kind, but for those who want more than a simple water jug of their own, Vanderer suggests the Boxio wash station. This portable sink system includes a 5L freshwater and gray water tank, drain basin, and hand pump faucet all integrated into a stackable Eurobox. There’s also an available shower attachment and a separate Boxio dry isolation toilet box, which can be stacked neatly with the wash station…assuming you don’t mind if the toilet and sink overlap during the ride.
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Interestingly, Wanderer sells both of these cars not only as complete cars, but also as component kits for owner-supplied vehicles. The turnkey Vanderer Two is priced from €33,898 (approximately $37,225 USD) including shipping and is based on the 187-inch (475 cm) Berlingo XL with a 109-hp PureTech engine and 6-speed manual transmission. Masu. The electric version is available for an additional €13,999 ($15,375). Prices for the Peugeot Lifter-based Wanderer Two start at €36,898 ($40,500) including delivery and include the same powertrain with Style Package and reverse-view camera.
The sleep & storage module with drawer, bed and table costs €3,599, while the console fridge costs €699. Vanderer offers electrical packages and camp heating options in both turnkey Vanderer Two and aftermarket kits.
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Wanderer unveiled two cars built on the Berlingo Crossline at the Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf last month. The Crossline is a vaguely rugged trim with all-terrain tires and yellow accents, but it’s not yet available. Vanderer plans to announce pricing for the Crossline Vanderer Two package by the end of 2024.
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