Which van should I buy?
Compare popular Australian van life platforms — mattress sizes, solar capacity, fitment notes and build tips for each.
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Popular
Toyota HiAce LWB
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Toyota HiAce Granvia
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Popular
Ford Transit LWB
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Popular
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
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Mercedes-Benz Vito
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Fiat Ducato / Peugeot Boxer
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Ram ProMaster (US import)
🚐 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
| Length | 6.0–7.3m |
| Width | 1.99m (internal ~1.76m) |
| Height | 2.1–2.3m (H2/H3) |
| Payload | ~1,100–1,400kg |
| Engine | 2.1L / 3.0L diesel |
🛏️ Mattress size
1.6m × 2.0m+
☀️ Max solar
1200W
🔋 Battery location
Under bed / cab area
🛏️ Bed & Sleeping
SWB: 1.6m × 2.0m crossways. LWB: full queen 1.6m × 2.0m with plenty of kitchen space.
☀️ Solar
4–6 panels on LWB. 1,200W solar is achievable on a Sprinter LWB.
⚡ Electrical
Complex electronics — use a qualified auto electrician. Aux battery location varies by year.
🧱 Insulation
Best insulated van option due to wall construction. Thinsulate or spray foam.
📝 Key Notes
Premium build platform. Parts more expensive than HiAce/Transit. Tall H2/H3 variants allow standing room without pop-top.