Crusader Caravans XCountry vs Nova Caravans Terra Sportz
Both are full off-road caravans. On the numbers, the Crusader Caravans XCountry is lighter to tow, costs less to buy and puts less weight on the towbar; the Nova Caravans Terra Sportz carries more gear.
What the numbers say
Every point below is taken straight from the published specs — no ratings, no opinions.
Crusader Caravans XCountry
- Lighter to tow2,549 kg vs 3,024 kg
- Lower starting price$163,903 vs $173,990
- Less weight on the towbar146 kg vs 188 kg
Nova Caravans Terra Sportz
- More payload capacity976 kg vs 451 kg
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Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Crusader Caravans XCountry | Nova Caravans Terra Sportz |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Crusader Caravans | Nova Caravans |
| Type | Full Off-Road | Full Off-Road |
| Price from | $163,903 | $173,990 |
| ATM (loaded weight) | 3,000 kg | 4,000 kg |
| Tare (empty weight) | 2,549 kg | 3,024 kg |
| Payload (ATM − tare) | 451 kg | 976 kg |
| Ball weight | 146 kg | 188 kg |
| Sleeps | 2 | 2 |
| Travel length | — | — |
Figures in green mark the van with the lighter weight, lower price or greater capacity on that row. Weights are manufacturer specs — confirm against the compliance plate.
Key features
Crusader Caravans XCountry
- Ensuite bathroom
- Off-grid ready
- Solar panels
Nova Caravans Terra Sportz
- Ensuite bathroom
- Off-grid ready
- Solar panels
Crusader Caravans XCountry vs Nova Caravans Terra Sportz: common questions
Which is lighter to tow, the Crusader Caravans XCountry or the Nova Caravans Terra Sportz?
The Crusader Caravans XCountry is lighter, with a tare weight of 2,549 kg versus 3,024 kg. Loaded to their maximum, the Crusader Caravans XCountry has an ATM of 3,000 kg and the Nova Caravans Terra Sportz 4,000 kg. Always check the figure against your car's braked towing limit.
Which caravan can carry more, the Crusader Caravans XCountry or the Nova Caravans Terra Sportz?
The Nova Caravans Terra Sportz has the larger payload: 976 kg of carrying capacity (ATM minus tare) versus 451 kg. That is the weight of water, gear, food and accessories you can legally load before hitting the van's ATM.
Is the Crusader Caravans XCountry or the Nova Caravans Terra Sportz cheaper?
The Crusader Caravans XCountry has the lower starting price at $163,903, compared with $173,990 for the Nova Caravans Terra Sportz. 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 Crusader Caravans XCountry and Nova Caravans Terra Sportz sleep?
The Crusader Caravans XCountry sleeps 2 and the Nova Caravans Terra Sportz sleeps 2. Sleeping capacity depends on the floorplan you choose within each range.