Last year, Hymer’s Venture S motohome impressed us with its innovation and style, so much so that it took the overall Motorhome of the Year title for 2023. It was brimming with unique features; however, at well over £200k it was out of reach for most motorhomers.
Hymer has done something to rectify this by adding many of the features to its Mercedes-based low-profile ML-T and Grand Canyon S campervan, offering totally overhauled models for the coming year.
The ethos behind the new designs was to provide increased self-sufficiency, more contemporary design, improved ergonomics and increased connectivity.
In the ML-T there’s more than a hint of Venture S in the redesign, especially if you choose the Native Bamboo décor (Velvet Ash is the alternative), while the Grand Canyon S has a choice of grey/oak or green/grey, the latter with the Venture S wall cladding.
Self-sufficiency is a watchword of both models to ensure that heading off the beaten track is no problem. Thanks to the new Smart Battery System 2.0, compressor fridges and diesel heating (previously gas), you will be more independent on your travels for longer – gas is now only required for cooking. While one 80Ah lithium battery is standard, there is space for up to three more, and you can specify an 1,800W inverter and two 95W solar panels.
Inside, the ML-T layout retains a half-dinette lounge and single beds over the garage
