Kokoda Caravans XC Range vs Lotus Caravans Off Grid
Both are full off-road caravans. On the numbers, the Kokoda Caravans XC Range is lighter to tow, costs less to buy, puts less weight on the towbar and sleeps more people; the Lotus Caravans Off Grid carries more gear.
What the numbers say
Every point below is taken straight from the published specs — no ratings, no opinions.
Kokoda Caravans XC Range
- Lighter to tow2,200 kg vs 3,115 kg
- Lower starting price$129,000 vs $149,790
- Less weight on the towbar200 kg vs 255 kg
- Sleeps more people6 vs 2
Lotus Caravans Off Grid
- More payload capacity885 kg vs 800 kg
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Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Kokoda Caravans XC Range | Lotus Caravans Off Grid |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kokoda Caravans | Lotus Caravans |
| Type | Full Off-Road | Full Off-Road |
| Price from | $129,000 | $149,790 |
| ATM (loaded weight) | 3,000 kg | 4,000 kg |
| Tare (empty weight) | 2,200 kg | 3,115 kg |
| Payload (ATM − tare) | 800 kg | 885 kg |
| Ball weight | 200 kg | 255 kg |
| Sleeps | 2–6 | 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
Kokoda Caravans XC Range
- Ensuite bathroom
- Off-grid ready
- Solar panels
Lotus Caravans Off Grid
- Ensuite bathroom
- Off-grid ready
- Solar panels
- Diesel heateronly this one
- Large water tanksonly this one
- Washing machineonly this one
Kokoda Caravans XC Range vs Lotus Caravans Off Grid: common questions
Which is lighter to tow, the Kokoda Caravans XC Range or the Lotus Caravans Off Grid?
The Kokoda Caravans XC Range is lighter, with a tare weight of 2,200 kg versus 3,115 kg. Loaded to their maximum, the Kokoda Caravans XC Range has an ATM of 3,000 kg and the Lotus Caravans Off Grid 4,000 kg. Always check the figure against your car's braked towing limit.
Which caravan can carry more, the Kokoda Caravans XC Range or the Lotus Caravans Off Grid?
The Lotus Caravans Off Grid has the larger payload: 885 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 Kokoda Caravans XC Range or the Lotus Caravans Off Grid cheaper?
The Kokoda Caravans XC Range has the lower starting price at $129,000, compared with $149,790 for the Lotus Caravans Off Grid. 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 Kokoda Caravans XC Range and Lotus Caravans Off Grid sleep?
The Kokoda Caravans XC Range sleeps 2–6 and the Lotus Caravans Off Grid sleeps 2. Sleeping capacity depends on the floorplan you choose within each range.