Adria Twin Supreme: Panel van with convertible feeling
Adria has made a name for itself with its panel vans: the Twin, with its sporty appearance, is an indispensable part of this segment. For model year 2019, the Slovenian camper builder introduces an extra novelty that has a huge impact on the sense of space in these popular vehicles: the Adria Twin.
The Adria Twin panel van comes in three versions: the entry-level model is the Axess, built on Citroën Jumper and available in three lengths: 540, 600 and 640 cm. This is followed by the more luxurious Plus and the top model Supreme – both with the familiar Fiat Ducato as the base vehicle. The Plus starts at 540, followed by a 600 and a 640 version. And for the most luxurious Supreme version, you can choose from two layouts at 640 cm length, or a more compact variant with a transverse bed in the 600.
Adria Twin at Roo Campers
For this test, we are looking at the Adria Twin Supreme 640 SGX at De Roo Campers in Stadskanaal: a richly appointed version of the already well-equipped Supreme: 18-inch wheels, automatic transmission, leather upholstery, air suspension at the rear and equipped with the Adria Prestige package, which includes cruise control, electrically heated, adjustable and foldable mirrors, but also a screen door at the sliding door.
Exterior
What immediately stands out about this Adria Twin is the large, standard panoramic window directly behind the Fiat Ducato's windscreen, in the roof. With a Heki roof hatch behind it. This means that a large part of the camper roof consists of windows: it provides an enormous amount of light and therefore also a huge sense of space.
To be able to install the panoramic window, Adria has not only omitted the B-pillar of the camper, but also the usual luggage compartment that is placed above the cabin against the ceiling in 99 percent of panel vans. And that also makes it much easier to get into the driver's and passenger's seats from the living area. And on the road, due to the enormous amount of light, it feels like you're driving a convertible. The Supreme is available in six exterior colours, optionally you can choose an automatic transmission and in terms of engine, the Supreme starts at 130 hp, going through the 150 hp version to end with a power of no less than 180 hp. The test vehicle has the 130 hp version, more than enough for a panel van.
Living, eating, sleeping
The sense of space is truly enormous due to the panoramic sunroof, and from the inside, the SGX looks like a semi-integrated motorhome – only the sliding door reveals that you are in a panel van. The headroom in the front of the camper has been greatly improved because the luggage compartment in the ceiling is missing. The absence of that space is compensated by the fact that the overhead lockers extend all the way to the front of the camper. When you turn the front seats, a cozy seating area for four people is created. The two-person bench is also equipped with seat belts; so you can travel with four people.
A little further back, we see a compact kitchen with a compressor refrigerator, a two-burner gas stove, and a sink, with ample storage space in the wide drawers under the countertop. A fold-out extension next to the kitchen provides extra workspace while cooking. The clever wet cell accommodates a toilet with a small sink against a swivel wall, behind which the shower is hidden. A special feature of this SGX layout is the electrically adjustable double bed, which allows you to sleep both lengthwise and crosswise, as desired. In the highest position, you can easily place two bicycles or a scooter under the bed.
Installations
The Twin Supreme SGX features a Webasto diesel heater and a Whale gas boiler. Water pipes and wiring are neatly concealed. The cassette toilet and gas bottles are easily accessible.
Conclusion test Adria Supreme 640 SGX
With the 2019 version of the Supreme, Adria takes a clear step forward. The absence of the B-pillar and the ceiling compartment for small holiday items creates a spacious camper that approaches the feeling of a semi-integrated model. The living area and cabin seamlessly merge. The newly designed interior is modern and comfortable, and the multifunctional bathroom shower area deserves praise. The test vehicle is at Adria dealer De Roo Campers in Stadskanaal, the only Adria camper dealer in the northern provinces, and can be admired during Caravana 2019 in Leeuwarden (De Roo Campers can be found at stand 3120).
Pros & Cons
+ enormous sense of space
+ electric lift bed
– kitchen workspace
Technical data
CHASSIS/ENGINE
Chassis Fiat Ducato Light chassis
Engine test vehicle 2.3 liter 4 cylinder Multijet
Maximum power kW/hp: 96kW/130hp at 3,600 rpm
Maximum torque: 320Nm at 1,500 rpm
DIMENSIONS
Length: 636 cm
Width: 205 cm
Height: 263 cm
Headroom: 190 cm
Wheelbase: 4,035 mm
WEIGHTS
Maximum mass: 3,500 kg
Ready-to-drive weight: 3,021 kg
Payload: 479 kg
SEATING & SLEEPING
Number of seats/berths: 4/2
Rear bed: 196×195/180
(*seats with seat belts)
Price from: € 59.900, price test vehicle € 73.054
More info: www.deroocampers.nl and www.adria.nl
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