Regent Weekender Test Review

The Regent Weekender is an aptly named van. While it’s certainly suitable for long-term touring, some users will find it better for shorter trips because of the slightly compressed layout. Most of the compression has occurred in the dinette and kitchen, so it just depends on how you like to travel. None of this means the layout is awkward or difficult – in fact, it’s just the opposite.

Two additional features make the Weekender a very attractive proposition: one is the weight

, or lack thereof; and the other is always that final bottom line,

the price.

The Verdict

I liked...

Light and bright interior
Weight factor and load capacity
Wide choice of tow vehicles.
Electrical setup
Relatively good storage space

I would have liked...

An extra rub of sandpaper inside the
cupboard edges – they were a bit rough
A few more double powerpoints (instead of all singles)
Easier access to under-seat areas
Reading lights for dinette

Regent Weekender Specifics

Weight and measures

Overall length 7.6m (24ft 11in)
External body length 5.9m (19ft 4in)
External body width 2.44m (8ft)
Travel height 2.62m (8ft 7in)
Internal height 1.98m (6ft 6in)
Tare 1700kg
ATM 2100kg
Ball weight 120kg

External

Frame Meranti timber
Cladding Aluminium
Chassis DuraGal
Suspension Leaf spring
Brakes 10in electric
Wheels 15in
Fresh water 2x80L
Battery 1x100Ah
Solar Optional (pre-wired)
Air-conditioner Aircommand Cormorant
Gas 1x9kg
ESC Optional

Internal

Cooking Thetford four-burner/grill/oven
Fridge Thetford 504.3 164L three-way
Microwave Daewoo DC
Toilet Thetford cassette
Shower Separate cubicle
Lighting 12V LED
Hot water Suburban 23L

Options fitted

None

Price as shown

$55,890
(*tow-away, including ‘Essentials Pack’)