Adria Twin SLX
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Description
Price from: £41,990 Price as tested: Berths: 3 Travel seats: 4 Type Approval: European Whole Vehicle
Key Features
Model Year
2013
Product Class
High top
Product Model Base
Fiat Ducato
Price from (£)
£41990
Length (m)
6.36
Berths
3
Belted seats
4
Main Layout
Fixed Single Bed
Full Review
The Twin SLX conversion is housed in Fiat's longest Ducato high-roof panel van, which at 6.36m - just an inch or so shy of 21 feet long - allows the inclusion of fixed lengthways single beds, where the original (5.99m) Twin SP offers just a transverse double.
Forward of the sleeping area, the SLX interior is laid out much like its shorter sibling, with a simple kitchen in the sliding doorway, bathroom opposite and half-dinette lounge up front.Testament to the quality of this layout, there are an ever growing number of Twin clones out there.
Outside and Construction
The Extra-long Ducato keeps the same wheelbase as its shorter sibling (LWB), so its extra length is had thanks to an extended rear overhang, although it's still not a big one and barely impacts handling.
The 130bhp engine provides great performance, and there is a 148bhp upgrade, but it seems un-needed.
The 'vans coachwork is refreshing, a more traditional white high-top, as opposed to the current trend for metallic blues and silvers, not to mention 'champagne'
After a week of being on test and every little detail being poked and prodded, the van held up extremely well, impressing with the high quality of the build, modern décor and finish.
Sitting area
The lounge is very similar to the one found in countless other motorhomes. There is of course a good reason for this ubiquitous nature, and that's because the half-dinette lounge-diners are versatile and usually work well.
The cab seats swivel easily, the table is wall hung and works well with a swing out extension giving more dining space, allowing three residents to eat in comfort.
There's plenty of light too, four adjustable LED downlighters and a Midi Heki rooflight do a fine job.
The TV is hosted by a panel designed to take a mount, while 12V, mains and aerial sockets are all grouped about the wall above and behind the rear half-dinette travel seat.
Kitchen Area
'Basic' is the best word to describe the kitchen. Just a two-burner hob. The lack of a grill leaves lots of space for storage with drawers, a good sized overhead locker and pigeonholes.
The sink is a fancy 'designer' device, under-mounted and deep, it proved great to use.
The fridge is a good size for a van conversion, but a rather basic model with old fashioned manual controls.
The Washroom
The centre-van washroom is very clever, with the normal vanity basin and swivel-bowl loo, well serviced by a good countertop.
The build quality is fantastic, with nicely moulded window surrounds, right down to the care with which sealant has been applied.
The shower tray is mounted under a lid in the aisle, and is then closed off by two tambour doors to create a spacious and innovative shower area.
The toilet is the only slight downfall, possibly mounted too high for those shorter in the leg.
Sleeping Area
The bedroom is a versatile space and anyone buying this van will do so first and foremost because they want twin beds.
Each bed is wide, at least 6ft 3in long and easily approached by a pair of wide, shallow steps.
The mattresses are a deep 140mm, firm and comfortable. There's a surface in between for night-time bits and pieces as well as twin pockets in the rear corners.
Double bed sleeping is possible, thanks to a gap bridging base-board and a couple of infills that create a giant sleeping space.
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Our Verdict
This fashionable van conversion is nearly as long as a compact coachbuilt with a similar layout. However, it’s slimmer and the twin-door access to the load area trumps larger ’vans for versatile space.
Advantages
Spacious bathroom with very usable shower
Great built quality
Good-sized comfy single beds
Big carrying capacity that’s also versatile
Eye-level fridge
Big kitchen drawers
All-LED lighting
Disadvantages
Lounge bed less than perfect
Washbasin plug difficult to shift
Basic fridge
