The toilet is also self-sufficient..Exodus 16 Off-Road Hybrid

Jun 01, 2025




























































































































































































































































































































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I had a unique experience when I went to see the Exodus 16 Hybrid, a famous caravan in Australia. The couple with their dogs were overjoyed about their recent purchase of a hybrid camper van and told an interesting story about the reason for the purchase. Proficient at campervan travel, they previously owned Supreme Caravan and more recently Juggers Turf Tracks.

One of the reasons I bought Exodus 16 was because I wanted to switch to a slightly larger caravan with a better bathroom.Exodus 16 was produced by a camper company previously known as Complete Campsite.

































































































































Unlike many hybrid models, exodus is produced in Newcastle, NSW, Australia.It is also manufactured using techniques commonly used by many boat makers and European caravan manufacturers, unlike most hybrid and caravans.An integrated, hand-molded glass fiber body forms the main structure. Above it is a hinged glass fiber roof.

Thanks to this, it is possible to create a sturdy structure without relying solely on a vehicle stand. The glass fiber roof is hinged and opens like a clam. Hot galvanized chassis with 100mm RHS main rail and 150mm drawbar is applied to the lower part of the body.The cross-member steel structure is simpler than most caravan hybrid models. The sub-chass part boasts a clean appearance. There is no damage to the rough road surface.

































































































































Exos 16 comes with an optional bike stand designed to be installed around the drawbar storage box.It's a very clever configuration, but it takes some strength to lift the bike. The ATM of a hybrid vehicle is 2800 kg. It weighs 1,850 kilograms and has a maximum load of 950 kilograms.

Towing is ideal for older vehicles, such as the original Land Rover Defender owned by these couples. As an off-road hybrid vehicle, it has excellent suspension performance with cruise master ATX coil springs and shock absorbers. Cruise Master also offers DO35 hitch.Considering the narrow and compact design, it is an agile off-road vehicle that can easily drive even narrow tracks.

































































































































Exodus provides ample external storage space suitable for a 4.8m van.At the front, there is plenty of storage space and a tow bar storage box. You can store enough of all the necessary items for camping.There is a gas cylinder storage space inside the tow bar storage box.One of the external compartments contains an Evasto EVO5 water heater that uses diesel fuel.

EVO5 uses a glycol tank that heats water through a replacement heat exchanger that heats water directly.In addition, EVO5 has an innovative function that can be used as an indoor heater by installing a fan heater. The couple was looking for an external slide-out kitchen that could be used comfortably.The Exodus 16 has a slide-out stainless steel kitchen placed parallel to the van and using a specially designed ball bearing runner.

































































































































There is also a slide-out 95L refrigerator and a large slide-out stainless steel drawer.The pantry space built into the wall of the hybrid vehicle is a very impressive configuration.A plastic table that can be stored above the kitchen on the go is a brilliant idea.Earning covers the whole kitchen.

The installation of hybrid vehicles does not take long.In particular, electric actuators lift the roof.The interior is very simple.Queen-sized beds take up most of the front. There are two seats, a corner bathroom, and enough space for the kitchen inside the back seat.
































































The 2.05m x 1.53m bed is slightly off the floor, but it can be easily climbed with both seats as a footboard. the headboard of a bed






























































There are reading lights and charging ports on both sides of the

. There are two storage spaces at the back of the pillow, and generous-sized windows are installed on the front and outer walls around the bed.

There is one small window at the front because the rest of the wall space is filled with storage space.The ceiling was fitted with a vent for ventilation, a battery charger, an inverter, and related electrical devices behind the floor hatch under the bed. The twin lounge allows two people to sit comfortably.You can easily set up the table when it's time to eat.

































































































































There are windows on both sides like a bed, and screens are installed on the upper roof, making it convenient. The compact design of this vehicle is evident over the back wall.There is a small kitchen with a stainless steel sink with a glass top.

Thanks to this, the countertop space has been reduced somewhat, but the drawer capacity is much more ample.Below the countertop is a touchpad, an inverter control unit, a light switch, and a roof switch.

































































































































These couples like the convenience of the interior bathroom.The shower facilities were also comfortable as expected. I'm also getting used to compost generating toilets that I've never used before. The couple is very satisfied with the self-sufficiency function. "It's much better than a cassette toilet."

In terms of self-sufficiency, Exodus 16 is well equipped enough.It is equipped with three 120Ah lithium batteries, a 760W solar panel capacity, and a 2000W inverter.Considering that hybrid caravans have a gas range and no air conditioning, it's enough capacity to live for a long time without a power grid.

However, it is possible if you pay a little attention to the amount of water used.The main freshwater tank has a capacity of 120 liters. There is a 100L water tank under the vehicle body, so a total of 220L capacity can be used. The couple, who travel a lot, replied "Anywhere there is blue sky and soil is good."

































































































































There's no doubt that Exodus 16 is the perfect vehicle for that trip.What impressed me the most is the overall structure of this hybrid caravan, especially its molded glass fiber body and lightweight function.

If you aim for a compact van that can run on a narrow off-road track, and have simple internal convenience features while enjoying a lifestyle primarily outdoors, the Exodus 16 is an optimal self-sufficient caravan.

Editor Song Moon-cheol mc.song@carguy.kr



































































































































This article was translated by Naver AI translator.