Kokoda Caravans XG Range vs Royal Flair Caravans Aussie Mate
Both are full off-road caravans. On the numbers, the Kokoda Caravans XG Range is lighter to tow, puts less weight on the towbar and sleeps more people; the Royal Flair Caravans Aussie Mate costs less to buy and carries more gear.
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 3,400 kg
- Less weight on the towbar200 kg vs 280 kg
- Sleeps more people6 vs 5
Royal Flair Caravans Aussie Mate
- Lower starting price$180,000 vs $196,000
- More payload capacity1,100 kg vs 800 kg
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Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Kokoda Caravans XG Range | Royal Flair Caravans Aussie Mate |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kokoda Caravans | Royal Flair Caravans |
| Type | Full Off-Road | Full Off-Road |
| Price from | $196,000 | $180,000 |
| ATM (loaded weight) | 3,000 kg | 4,500 kg |
| Tare (empty weight) | 2,200 kg | 3,400 kg |
| Payload (ATM − tare) | 800 kg | 1,100 kg |
| Ball weight | 200 kg | 280 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
Royal Flair Caravans Aussie Mate
- Ensuite bathroom
- Off-grid ready
- Solar panels
- Bunk bedsonly this one
Kokoda Caravans XG Range vs Royal Flair Caravans Aussie Mate: common questions
Which is lighter to tow, the Kokoda Caravans XG Range or the Royal Flair Caravans Aussie Mate?
The Kokoda Caravans XG Range is lighter, with a tare weight of 2,200 kg versus 3,400 kg. Loaded to their maximum, the Kokoda Caravans XG Range has an ATM of 3,000 kg and the Royal Flair Caravans Aussie Mate 4,500 kg. Always check the figure against your car's braked towing limit.
Which caravan can carry more, the Kokoda Caravans XG Range or the Royal Flair Caravans Aussie Mate?
The Royal Flair Caravans Aussie Mate has the larger payload: 1,100 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 XG Range or the Royal Flair Caravans Aussie Mate cheaper?
The Royal Flair Caravans Aussie Mate has the lower starting price at $180,000, 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 Royal Flair Caravans Aussie Mate sleep?
The Kokoda Caravans XG Range sleeps 2–6 and the Royal Flair Caravans Aussie Mate sleeps 2–5. Sleeping capacity depends on the floorplan you choose within each range.