Kokoda Caravans XG Range vs Lotus Caravans Trooper
Both are full off-road caravans. On the numbers, the Kokoda Caravans XG Range is lighter to tow, carries more gear and sleeps more people; the Lotus Caravans Trooper costs less to buy and puts less weight on the towbar.
What the numbers say
Every point below is taken straight from the published specs — no ratings, no opinions.
Kokoda Caravans XG Range
- Lighter to tow2,200 kg vs 2,950 kg
- More payload capacity800 kg vs 545 kg
- Sleeps more people6 vs 5
Lotus Caravans Trooper
- Lower starting price$158,790 vs $196,000
- Less weight on the towbar185 kg vs 200 kg
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Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Kokoda Caravans XG Range | Lotus Caravans Trooper |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kokoda Caravans | Lotus Caravans |
| Type | Full Off-Road | Full Off-Road |
| Price from | $196,000 | $158,790 |
| ATM (loaded weight) | 3,000 kg | 3,495 kg |
| Tare (empty weight) | 2,200 kg | 2,950 kg |
| Payload (ATM − tare) | 800 kg | 545 kg |
| Ball weight | 200 kg | 185 kg |
| Sleeps | 2–6 | 2–5 |
| 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 XG Range
- Ensuite bathroom
- Off-grid ready
- Solar panels
Lotus Caravans Trooper
- Ensuite bathroom
- Off-grid ready
- Solar panels
- Diesel heateronly this one
- Washing machineonly this one
Kokoda Caravans XG Range vs Lotus Caravans Trooper: common questions
Which is lighter to tow, the Kokoda Caravans XG Range or the Lotus Caravans Trooper?
The Kokoda Caravans XG Range is lighter, with a tare weight of 2,200 kg versus 2,950 kg. Loaded to their maximum, the Kokoda Caravans XG Range has an ATM of 3,000 kg and the Lotus Caravans Trooper 3,495 kg. Always check the figure against your car's braked towing limit.
Which caravan can carry more, the Kokoda Caravans XG Range or the Lotus Caravans Trooper?
The Kokoda Caravans XG Range has the larger payload: 800 kg of carrying capacity (ATM minus tare) versus 545 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 XG Range or the Lotus Caravans Trooper cheaper?
The Lotus Caravans Trooper has the lower starting price at $158,790, compared with $196,000 for the Kokoda Caravans XG Range. 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 XG Range and Lotus Caravans Trooper sleep?
The Kokoda Caravans XG Range sleeps 2–6 and the Lotus Caravans Trooper sleeps 2–5. Sleeping capacity depends on the floorplan you choose within each range.