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The Auo-Trail Tracker motorhome range can trace its roots back to 1996, when it was a one-of-a-kind compact model based on a Fiat Scudo.

Gradually, both the line-up and the size of individual models has grown, until today there’s a selection of four motorhomes, ranging from 6.44m to 7.60m.

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This RS model debuted in 2011 with a modest overall length of 6.10m. For 2017, it’s had a fairly long period on the rack, extending it to 6.93m, but the original premise of a roomy two-person ’van with an across-the-rear washroom is intact.

So what’s changed? Well, the classically British lounge of side settees and a free-standing table is the same, but you now get longer sofas for more feet-up sprawling space. Perfect for enjoying the flip-down 18.5in TV in the cab that’s part of the optional Media Packs. More importantly, perhaps, the stretched seating area means that you can now turn these settees into single beds. A huge double is still an alternative for those who prefer it.

But the lounge is not the sole beneficiary of the extra dimensions. The previous straight galley unit on the offside has been replaced by an L-shaped kitchen, while a new, tall, slimline fridge has freed up more space in the already generous washroom.

There have been enhancements across the Tracker portfolio, too. The 2017 models all feature new exterior body construction, a roof-mounted awning, a Maxview Gazelle omni-directional aerial and a redesigned GRP rear panel – the trademark Auto-Trail spare wheel compartment is retained but the design is more angular. Inside, there’s new locker construction, contrasting upper locker doors, positive locking catches on top cupboards, new upholstery schemes and, in the cab, a DAB radio with sat-nav.

You can personalise your Tracker with a choice of body styles – Lo-Line (as here) or Hi-Line. Lo-Line models are 3.03m high and have an overcab Skyline sunroof and large integrated storage areas around the luton. The alternative Hi-Line retains the rooflight but gains a double bed which can slide out of the way.

The Hi-Line option is probably best specified in combination with one of the optional seating layouts. These are Option B (double dinette) where a pullman seating area (with forward and rearward-facing benches) replaces the offside sofa, and option C (lounge dinette) where an L-shaped lounge converts quickly into a travelling seat. Both of these alternatives add two rear belted seats to the Tracker’s repertoire.

If it’s entertainment, rather than seatbelts or berths, that are your priority then the Media Pack 2 adds that in-cab TV and a DAB radio/CD with TomTom sat-nav, Bluetooth and colour reversing camera. Media Pack 3 goes even further, with a satellite system and receiver.

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