Australian Off Road Matrix vs Kokoda Caravans XC Range
Both are full off-road caravans. On the numbers, the Australian Off Road Matrix is lighter to tow, puts less weight on the towbar, carries more gear and carries more fresh water; the Kokoda Caravans XC Range costs less to buy and sleeps more people.
What the numbers say
Every point below is taken straight from the published specs - no ratings, no opinions.
Australian Off Road Matrix
- Lighter to tow1,960 kg vs 2,200 kg
- Less weight on the towbar190 kg vs 200 kg
- More payload capacity840 kg vs 800 kg
- More fresh water on board265 L vs 220 L
Kokoda Caravans XC Range
- Lower starting price$129,000 vs $144,900
- Sleeps more people6 vs 2
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Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Australian Off Road Matrix | Kokoda Caravans XC Range |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Australian Off Road | Kokoda Caravans |
| Type | Full Off-Road | Full Off-Road |
| Price from | $144,900 | $129,000 |
| ATM (loaded weight) | 2,800 kg | 3,000 kg |
| Tare (empty weight) | 1,960 kg | 2,200 kg |
| Payload (ATM minus tare) | 840 kg | 800 kg |
| Ball weight | 190 kg | 200 kg |
| Sleeps | 2 | 2-6 |
| Bed length | Queen | Not published |
| Travel length | 7 m | Not published |
| Travel height | 2.82 m | Not published |
| Width | 1.95 m | Not published |
| Fresh water | 265 L | 220 L |
| Grey water | Not published | 40 L |
| Solar | 700 W | 860 W |
| Battery | 600 Ah | 400 Ah |
| Battery type | Lithium | Lithium |
| Inverter | 3000 W | 3000 W |
| Construction | Not published | Sandwich panel |
Figures in green mark the van with the lighter weight, lower price or greater capacity on that row."Not published" means the maker has not put that figure out, not that the van goes without it.Weights are manufacturer specs - confirm against the compliance plate.
Verified features
These are the features we have confirmed from the published specs.A feature missing from one list has not been verified for that van, which is not the same as the van going without it.
Australian Off Road Matrix
- Large water tanks
- Solar panels
- Diesel heaterverified here only
Kokoda Caravans XC Range
- Large water tanks
- Solar panels
- Ensuite bathroomverified here only
- Off-grid readyverified here only
Australian Off Road Matrix vs Kokoda Caravans XC Range: common questions
Which is lighter to tow, the Australian Off Road Matrix or the Kokoda Caravans XC Range?
The Australian Off Road Matrix is lighter, with a tare weight of 1,960 kg versus 2,200 kg. Loaded to their maximum, the Australian Off Road Matrix has an ATM of 2,800 kg and the Kokoda Caravans XC Range 3,000 kg. Always check the figure against your car's braked towing limit.
Which caravan can carry more, the Australian Off Road Matrix or the Kokoda Caravans XC Range?
The Australian Off Road Matrix has the larger payload: 840 kg of carrying capacity (ATM minus tare) versus 800 kg. That is the weight of water, gear, food and accessories you can legally load before hitting the van's ATM.
Is the Australian Off Road Matrix or the Kokoda Caravans XC Range cheaper?
The Kokoda Caravans XC Range has the lower starting price at $129,000, compared with $144,900 for the Australian Off Road Matrix. Both are drive-away starting prices before options, so the on-road gap can change once each is specced up.
How many people can the Australian Off Road Matrix and Kokoda Caravans XC Range sleep?
The Australian Off Road Matrix sleeps 2 and the Kokoda Caravans XC Range sleeps 2-6. Sleeping capacity depends on the floorplan you choose within each range.