Want to meet the first campervan modeled from the futuristic-styled Hyundai Staria?
It's called the Raccoon L from Vantech, and we're excited to show you inside. Let's get to it!
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South-Korean based camper firm Vantech has been producing high-end camper conversions since 1994.
They'd found success over the years with their Hyundai Starex conversion.
So when in May 2021, Hyundai unveiled their van-style Hyundai Staria,
Vantech jumped at the opportunity to kit out the upgraded ride.
Inside, a fold-out sleeper bench reclines flat at the touch of us button
while the driver-side cab seat swivels to face the inner cabin. Press another button, and the
electric-scissor-lift roof deploys, creating a raised sleeping terrace, penthouse deck,
or commanding sunroom. A slide-out deck and included ladder mean easy
access without trying to climb over everyone inside the van.
While Vantech might always look for the latest compact van for their innovated
camper conversions, USA-based company Yota Imports does the exact opposite.
They're all about finding creative ways of converting old vans into modern campers.
We covered the Toyota Adventure Ace 4WD camper in another video.
Still, if you prefer nostalgia over futuristic penthouse views,
this one might be for you instead. Yota Imports brings the iconic 1994 Toyota Hi-Ace into the 21st
century with upgraded suspension, tires, a rooftop tent, a front runner rack, and a ladder.
If you want a full recap on the upgrades Yota included on the Adventure Ace, click the card on
the top right of the video. We have also included the link in the description.
Not only does the Raccoon L boast of being one of the first Staria campers on the market,
its impressive inclusions also make it a robust contender in the compact campervan market.
Access to the Raccoon is from the rear, and the tailgate section is stocked
with amenities. Including a kitchen block, swing-out microwave, fridge-freezer combo,
slide-out dining table, and a fully plumbed sink. When not in use outdoors, the swing-out microwave
closes and locks inside, allowing it to be used from inside the van.
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Now the question everyone wants to know is how much does the Racoon cost?
Well, Vantech has been tight-lipped about pricing options so far. But just know that any packages
will come with an additional annex tent and outdoor shower options in premium models.
And let's face it, campervan ownership doesn't come cheap. You're starting at five figures for
base models, and then you add conversion costs. Even older conversions cost a pretty penny.
While the base model Staria sits on a 3.5 L V6 engine, Hyundai said that it will launch
the hydrogen-powered Hyundai Staria Fuel Cell in the second half of 2023.