A taste of what’s coming from this Slovenian campervan company…
YOU might expect a campervan named after a Greek god to be something special and, with a price tag (as shown) of £137,760, the Adonis is certainly competing at the very top of its sector. Its base vehicle is familiar – a Mercedes Sprinter in sub-6m iteration – but its converter’s name, Robeta, is unlikely to be known to readers.
This is a Slovenian company that exhibited in the UK for the very first time at the February NEC show. It was there to test reaction and appoint dealers, ready for the first right-hand drive vehicles to arrive in June.
At first glance then, this is another fixed bed campervan from the Continent, although there’s much to make it stand out from lesser rivals. In Germany (its main market), it sees premium brands such as La Strada and Westfalia as the key opposition.
Let’s start with the base vehicle, which comes with the 190hp engine, LED headlamps, fog/cornering lights and an electric sliding door. The cab seats (with twin armrests) are heated and there’s Thermotronic automatic air-conditioning, as well as wireless phone charging, the 10.25in MBUX display with satnav, plus a 360-degree camera system for stress-free manoeuvring. All the assistance safety systems are here, too – blind spot, crosswind, lane keeping, attention, high beam and hill start, plus adaptive cruise control.
It looks the part, with multi-spoke alloy wheels, Tenorite Grey metallic paint (Selenite Grey or Obsidian Black are also available) and distinctive bronze graphics. There are framed habitation windows and flares on either side to create more space in the bedroom. The pop-top is an £8,690 option for those needing the extra berths – it incorporates a 2.20m by 1.45m double bed with USBs, lighting, a clock and extendable ladder.
Inside, a major USP for Robeta is its AIR furniture, manufactured from recycled plastic. This was developed for light weight as well-equipped campervans can struggle for payload at 3,500kg, especially when based on premium chassis like the Merc. The company claims this cabinetry can save up to 220kg, as well as eliminating issues such as squeaks on the road and loose screws. It is also covered with a 0.6mm skin of scratch-resistant HPL.
The colour scheme here isn’t the only option, though – there are six permutations available, each harmoniously mating cupboards, flooring, upholstery, walls and ceiling. Then there’s Kerrock (artificial marble) used for the worktops and the clever way
