New Design Caravans Models, Specs & Prices

New Design Caravans are manufactured in Australia. The brand builds all models domestically, with a focus on off-road durability and adapting designs to Australian touring conditions — unsealed tracks, corrugations, and remote camping demand. The Australian build means ongoing local support and the ability to customise or repair locally, which is valuable for buyers planning extended off-road trips where you're far from dealer networks.

VANTURE has limited active and sold New Design data to date — no current listings or sold history on the platform yet. Entry-level models like the Cobba 12' are typically the most affordable in the New Design range, while the larger Family Trekker models command higher prices due to sleeper capacity and fitout. To get current pricing, view New Design units in person through dealers or set an alert on VANTURE so you'll see pricing when listings appear.

All New Design models carry off-road certification, but the Cobba 12', Avalon (17' to 21'6"), Expedition (18'6" and 19'8"), and Westbourne (19'8" and 21'6" RD) are purpose-built for unsealed and remote touring. The Cobba and Avalon are the lightest and most manoeuvrable for tight tracks; the Expedition and Westbourne add slightly more living space without losing durability. If you're touring with family and want off-road capability plus sleeping for four to six, the Family Trekker 23'6" offers both, though it's heavier and needs a more capable tow vehicle.

Sold data for New Design is limited (no VANTURE sales to date) — too thin to draw a firm resale conclusion. Off-road and family caravans generally hold value well if maintained, but without New Design-specific transaction history, you'll need to compare asking prices across dealers and private sales to gauge the current market. Set an alert on VANTURE and track sold prices as they appear to build a clearer picture of depreciation over time.

Since New Design caravans are engineered for off-road durability, focus on chassis and suspension first. Inspect the drawbar and A-frame welds for stress cracks from corrugations and rough tracks. Check the jockey wheel mount for damage and the front overhang for impact marks. Look at independent suspension components: bush wear, shocker seals for leakage, and play in the arms. On all models, check the roof and window seams for water staining and delamination — remote touring often means exposure to dust storms and side-on rain. On Family Trekker models with bunks, check bunk-frame welds and canvas at fold seams. Ask the seller for service history and clarify whether the van was used on unsealed tracks; off-road wear is real, and knowing the usage pattern helps you assess what maintenance or repair is ahead.

New Design offers a broad range of off-road and family caravans built domestically with Australian touring conditions in mind. The brand suits buyers serious about unsealed-road and remote camping — durability and off-road engineering are prioritised over luxury fitouts. If you plan to tour remote Australia, work with family groups, or want a caravan that can handle corrugations and rough ground, New Design's 14-model range gives you options from the lightweight Cobba through to the spacious Family Trekker. However, limited VANTURE sold history means resale trends are not yet clear; buyers benefit from asking dealers about trade-in values and checking independent workshop feedback on reliability and common issues. For on-blacktop weekenders only, a lighter conventional caravan may be simpler and cheaper.

Most New Design models are engineered to suit mid-size SUVs and 4WDs, particularly the Cobba 12', Avalon, and Expedition ranges. These are typically under 2500 kg ATM and designed to be towed by vehicles like the Toyota HiLux, Ford Ranger, Isuzu D-Max, and similar dual-cab utes or large SUVs. The Family Trekker 23'6" (sleeping up to six) is heavier and requires a more capable tow vehicle — check the spec plate for its exact ATM before committing. Always verify your tow vehicle's maximum towing capacity against the caravan's ATM and tare; exceeding it voids insurance and creates safety risk. View the specific model's compliance plate or ask a dealer for exact weights to confirm your vehicle is a match.