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Campervan Eco Revolution Conversion Is Both Camper and Daily, Both With Zero Emissions

Stress-free all-electric camping is not fully here yet, but then again, neither is stress-free all-electric daily driving the standard just yet. That’s not to say that options for the former don’t exist, and Campervan is doing its part to ensure that remains true.
Toyota Proace becomes the Eco Revolution camper, fully-electric and with off-grid capabilities 8 photos
Photo: Campervan Co.
Toyota Proace becomes the Eco Revolution camper, fully-electric and with off-grid capabilitiesToyota Proace becomes the Eco Revolution camper, fully-electric and with off-grid capabilitiesToyota Proace becomes the Eco Revolution camper, fully-electric and with off-grid capabilitiesToyota Proace becomes the Eco Revolution camper, fully-electric and with off-grid capabilitiesToyota Proace becomes the Eco Revolution camper, fully-electric and with off-grid capabilitiesToyota Proace becomes the Eco Revolution camper, fully-electric and with off-grid capabilitiesToyota Proace becomes the Eco Revolution camper, fully-electric and with off-grid capabilities
Campervan is the leading campervan retailer in Scotland, and one of the largest in the UK, with years of experience in van conversions. For these, it uses mostly high-quality second-hand Japanese vans, still offered with a valid manufacturer’s warranty. In a bid for more sustainable travel and to pave the way for fully electric RVs, in 2016, the the company introduced low-emissions hybrid campervans. The latest addition to the lineup is the embodiment of this commitment to achieve zero-emissions and off-grid camping, with extra customization possible to suit a variety of needs and budgets.

This is the Eco Revolution, which the company spells as Eco REVOLUTION for the obvious reasons. It’s billed as “our lightest and lowest carbon-emitting campervan to date” and “world’s first production zero-emissions campervan,” with added functionality for everyday use. It uses as base the all-electric Toyota Proace van offered with two battery options: the standard version comes with a 50 kW battery pack and an estimated range of 144 miles (231.8 km), with a possible upgrade to 75 kW and an estimated range of 205 miles (330 km).

That might not sound like a lot, especially if you’re a frequent traveler who gets more daily miles on an ICE (internal combustion engine) vehicle, but it’s a decent start. Plus, when Winnebago introduced the e-RV concept in the summer of 2022, which was based on a Ford Transit van, it did so with the mention that recent studies and polls had shown that most RV buyers preferred to make trips of under 200 miles (322 km).

Toyota Proace becomes the Eco Revolution camper, fully\-electric and with off\-grid capabilities
Photo: Campervan Co.
If the idea is to be able to enjoy nature without leaving a trace, which it is, the Eco Revolution campervan does just that – and it does it by compensating for the limited per-charge range with extended off-grid capabilities, extra sleeping accommodation, and the gamut of basic creature comforts, all of it at a comparatively affordable price and in a compact vehicle with double functionality.

The interior is versatile, so that the campervan retains functionality as a daily driver with only minor modifications (albeit offered at an extra charge). This is achieved by using removable seats: the middle row of seats can slide out completely and stay in storage while the vehicle is used for camping. In this case, the rear row doubles as a dining bench and overnight bed for two people.

Call the Eco Revolution a little transformer, and you wouldn’t be totally off the mark. The rearmost row of seats is actually an extra wide “rock-and-roll” double bed that you pop open at night. During the day, you fold it down for seating, either during travel or at dinner time. There is plenty of storage underneath the bed for clothes and whatever gear you might need on your travels.

The kitchen block is on the side, with a full-size fridge and ice compartment, storage, a recessed kitchen sink with an automated tap, a removable table, and a pivoting cooking block with a fast induction hob that rotates outward for outdoor cooking. It’s a most creative and practical way of ensuring that cooking odors are not released inside the cabin, except for when bad weather mandates indoor cooking. This cooking unit is also patented by Campervan.

All appliances inside the camper are electric but they won’t drain the vehicle’s battery, relying instead on a 930 W solar array on the roof and a 24v 230Ah Lithium leisure battery, which ensure up to 14 days of off-grid camping. A 240v hook-up to charge at camp is also available.

Toyota Proace becomes the Eco Revolution camper, fully\-electric and with off\-grid capabilities
Photo: Campervan Co.
The standard package includes electric heating, an optional toilet (that is nonetheless included in the price), and a water tank, as well as USB docking stations, LED lights, and multiple storage options. Extras range from the vehicle’s battery upgrade to running hot water, the slide-out seven-seat module, awnings, optional appliances like a toaster, slow cooker, microwave and coffee maker, an extra hob for cooking, cycle rack and tow bar, and a dashcam. Suffice it to say, though, that the standard package offers the basics for a comfortable stay.

Additional berths are available in the pop-up tent on the roof, for a total of four: two on the rock-and-roll seats and two “upstairs.”

As of the moment of press, the only images of the Eco Revolution available are those included in the gallery. Campervan mentions that the complete unit will be making its debut this month (February 2023) at the Camping, Caravan and Motorhome show in Birmingham, UK, so more details should emerge then. For those who like what they see, the pre-order books are open. The model starts at £69,995, which is approximately $85,500 at the current exchange rate, and the price goes up as you add extra customization.
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About the author: Elena Gorgan
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Elena has been writing for a living since 2006 and, as a journalist, she has put her double major in English and Spanish to good use. She covers automotive and mobility topics like cars and bicycles, and she always knows the shows worth watching on Netflix and friends.
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