The first thing I noticed about this layout was the bed . It won ’ t be for everyone , but I quite liked how it was tucked into the offside front corner . Simply by offsetting the bed , Lotus Caravans created a usable space on the nearside for a bench seat you wouldn ’ t otherwise have . I also liked that the control for the diesel heater was by the bed .
The offside kitchen had a black sink with matching tapware – including a filtered tap – along with optional Thetford induction cooktop . One element is electric , while two are gas . Lotus Caravans had also given this van an optional Panasonic convection oven in place of a microwave . In standard format though , with a conventional oven , a microwave is included .
The electric specs on our Freelander were also upgraded . It was basically an upgrade to the 12V specs of the Lotus Caravans Trooper . There was 400Ah worth of Enerdrive B-TEC lithium batteries , a Redarc battery management system , and a 2600W inverter , while 800W worth of solar was standard . Given this sort of 12V power , the 224L compressor fridge was a great choice .
There was a certain X factor to this van ’ s interior . The fit and finish was obviously excellent , which was to be expected . Small things , such as the kickboard in the kitchen , which could be opened to reveal quality joinery , left me with the impression that the 19ft 6in Lotus Caravans Freelander was a rig to be reckoned with .
SUMMING UP
Tough . Strong . Durable . Choose your adjective . The Freelander was built for offroad touring and it showed . Even in standard format , minus a number of the features seen here , it would have a lot to offer in terms of getting to your destination and keeping you comfortable .
QUICK SPECS Tare : 2640kg ATM : 3495kg Unladen ball weight : 255kg Overall length : 7.91m External width : 2.5m
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