Hi everyone I'm your host Neil Balthaser and welcome to Ultramobility Mini-Review where
I give you just the essentials in a 5 minute review.
Today we're trying out something a little different.
We're heading across the pond to review a European camper van - one that I've had my
eye on for quite awhile because of its very innovative design.
It's the 2019 Twin Supreme 640 SGX by Adria.
Adria, headquartered in Slovenia isn't the largest of the camper van manufacturers in
Europe.
In fact they make only 2 models: the Active which is a pop-top and the Twin which we're
reviewing today.
But, what they lack in sheer number of campervan models they make up for with their quality
and intelligent designs.
The Adria Twin competes with a ton - and I mean a ton of campervans that have this very
popular front lounge layout in Europe.
Many if not most are built on the Fiat Ducato chassis - that's our Ram Promaster here in
North America - but some are built on the Mercedes chassis - that's our Sprinter chassis
here in North America and some are built on chassis that we don't even have here like
the French made Citroen Jumpy.
But you can see that the campervan market in Europe is much more crowded with many more
manufacturers and available models to choose from than here in North America where we have
exactly two - TWO models that feature this front lounge layout: the Hymer Aktiv and Winnebago
Travato 59G.
So that's the first real big difference between the European and North American markets: choice.
You get a lot more of it in Europe.
You also get a lot more choice when it comes to your engine specs.
The entry-level Adria Twin called the Twin Axess comes standard with a 2.0L diesel engine
built by Groupe PSA for Citroen.
It sports a manual 6 speed transmission and is capable of delivering up to 100hp.
But you can opt for a 130 or 160hp variants as well.
Then you have the top of the line Adria Twin Supreme which comes standard with a 2.3L diesel
engine built by Iveco for Fiat with a manual OR automatic 6 speed transmission that's capable
of delivering 130hp.
But again you can upgrade to a more powerful 150hp or even a 180hp variant of the same
engine.
That's a far cry from the one and only RAM Promaster engine that powers ALL Promasters
here in North America.
So just a ton more choices when it comes to engine specs available on the Adria Twin.
Let's have a quick look at the outside.
Just like here in North America you get 3 different lengths to choose from - they're
all the exact same dimensions that we have.
The shortest is only 541cm or 17'9".
The medium length is 600cm or 19.5'.
And the longest is 640cm or just an inch under 21'.
So these short lengths on the Adria Twin means this van is going to be easy to drive and
park.
Exterior detailing is pretty much in keeping with what we see happening here in North America.
Not a lot of swoopy graphics.
It's pretty clean and automotive looking.
There aren't a lot of access panels: just the access to the cassette toilet there, a
small mains or as we call here shore power hookup and the vent for the Truma boiler or
hot water heater.
The Fiat Ducato's exterior look is almost identical to the RAM Promaster but on this
Adria Twin Supreme model there is the addition of that enormous window above the cab that
is one of the big differences the Adria Twin Supreme has over its competitors.
There's a couple others too including one of the most innovative bathrooms I've even
seen on a coach so stick with me as we head inside and take a look!
The Twin Supreme has 3 layout options all of them nearly identical except for the bedroom
arrangement: The 600 SPB which is built on the 600cm or 19.6ft chassis and features the
smallest bed but a larger lounge.
The 640 SGX which is 640cm in length or 21' and has a bigger bed and the 640 SLB which
has twin beds.
And this is one of the stars of the show - Adria's exclusive Sky-roof.
That's a double panoramic window and it brings in so much light and creates a feeling of
unparalleled openness.
It really is beautiful.
There are blinds for that window in case you want privacy.
It's just not like anything I've seen here in North America.
Obviously the cab seats swivel here to integrate the cab into the living area.
I really like the fabric choice for the cab and jumper seats - this one's called Baxter
but there's also Leather Chester and Leather Alexia and they all complement the white high
gloss cabinets beautifully.
The Twin Supreme also come with a variety of decorative pillow options.
A couple well thought out design features worthy of a shoutout: North American manufacturers
take note: the main table is tapered so that you don't hurt yourself if you run into it.
Also the table extension can lock into place at an angle for the person seated in the passenger's
seat.
And there's integrated cup holders built into the table top - perfect for holding the kids'
drinks in place as you're driving down the road and speaking of kids: the jump seat has
both headrests and 3-pt safety belts and there's an available Isofix or latch system for car
seats.
So this coach is designed to work as a family camper van.
Heading into the galley we've got a simple setup.
There's a two burner stove that's integrated into the marine style sink and I like this
design because these recessed designs inevitably collect crumbs and debris and with this design
you can just wipe away all that stuff into the sink.
There's a flush mounted counter extension for more prep space and three large, full
extension drawers below and a good sized cabinet above.
I appreciate the tapered bottom on the cabinet that gives you just a little more head room
while you're cooking.
These drawers are all soft close and positive latching and that's a nice touch having those
shelves under the counter extension and that little shelf above the sink.
Just a few design details that help you find places for all the little, everyday stuff.
Unlike any coaches here in North America there is no microwave option BUT you do get two
available options for your Thetford refrigerator: the standard half height 90L or 3.1 cu.ft.
option with storage below or the larger, family friendly 152L or 5.4cu.ft. full height variant.
Both are compressor driven.
While we're talking about power hungry appliances like compressor refrigerators let's talk about
this coach's electrical system because it's very different from what we're used to here
in North America.
Standard is a single 100ah AGM lead acid battery which on its own really isn't enough to drive
that full height compressor refrigerator.
You can opt for 2 100ah AGM batteries and that would fare better but then there's only
a single 100w solar panel available as an option and no generator what-so-ever.
This coach's batteries are charged off the chassis alternator which on the 2.3L engines
is 200amps.
There is also a mains or shore power hookup which will recharge your batteries but boondocking
is going to be limited because you're going to have to be driving around every couple
days to recharge the batteries.
Also, while there are plenty of DC and USB ports in the coach there appears to be no
inverter or option for an inverter.
So no running AC appliances like coffee pots and hair dryers unless you're plugged into
mains power.
And it goes without saying that there is no lithium battery upgrade path.
As we head into the rear permanent bedroom.
This is a design that we're familiar with here in North America thanks to the Hymer
Aktiv and Travato.
Both designs borrowed from the Europeans which have been using this setup for years and for
good reason.
You've got a good sized 190cmx135cm bed that's 75"x54" or around 6.25 feet in length.
The bed features a spring mattress and a wooden slat system for support.
You've got plenty of overhead storage and there's a second dedicated skylight back here
measuring 40cmx40cm or about 16 square inches.
The bed can be flipped up to give yourself good pass-thru storage and down below there's
even more storage.
The cabinet on your left holds your propane tank or tanks.
There's enough room for 2 11kg gas bottles - that's around 12 gallons of liquid propane
or 6 gallons per tank.
The compartment is air tight and has floor ventilation in case of a gas leak allowing
the heavier liquid propane to drain to the outside of the van.
One big available option is a power lift bed, similar to the Winnebago Revel.
When the bed is up there's room enough for a motorbike back here.
Also there's an available front bed system the converts the front lounge into a single
bed, that's large enough for a child.
That's a £180 or $250 option.
Alright let's take a look at this coach's bathroom.
At first glance it looks just like a normal 3-piece wet bath.
You've got your cassette toilet, a lovely designer bowl sink and a shower head there
above.
You've even got a window that opens.
But, this is no ordinary bathroom.
See you can just pull out the wall where the sink's attached and rotate it back to conceal
the toilet and voila!
You've got a dedicated shower stall!
It's like having a dry bath in a camper van!
Simply amazing!
Let's look at that again!
The sink, counter, mirror and everything just rotates out of your way to give you a shower
stall.
That's an amazing piece of engineering.
As far as other options: Things are different here in North America as we generally get
a ton of standard features which are optional in Europe.
For example you have to pay £ 2,590.00 or around $3,330 for the Adria Motorhome 2 Package
that includes things like cab air conditioning, passenger airbag, cruise control, front fog
lights, leather steering wheel and ESP traction control.
And then there's the optional luxury pack that includes things like alloy wheels, central
cup holders, an upgraded radio system with navigation, a spare wheel, a rear view camera
and a roof rack and awning.
But you also get some interesting upgrades like: a rear air suspension, a 4 camera exterior
360 degree monitoring system, a powered side sliding door and the low profile Truma Aventa
quiet rooftop air conditioner which by the way can also be controlled via your mobile
phone.
So what will the Adria Twin Supreme set you back?
Dealer pricing for well equipped models - those are models with the Motorhome 2 and Luxury
Packs can be found for around ~£55k or 63k euros or about $72k US dollars.
Now I don't know about you but I think that's a great value.
While I don't get things like a generator or lithium batteries, I could buy a portable,
quiet Yamaha or Honda generator and some drop in lithium batteries for around $5k and then
be in a camper van as beautiful as this for under $80k.
As far as warranties.
The Adria Twin comes with a 2 year coach warranty and a 7 year water ingress warranty.
I think the Adria Twin Supreme is a beautiful camper van and I wish it were available here
in North America.
It's designed as a true family camper van with safety in mind and it sports some lust-worthy
innovative design features.
There's nothing like it here in North America so if there's any North American coach manufacturers
watching this video please take note.
If you like a particular feature in the Adria Twin Supreme then leave a comment in the comments
section below.
I know most of the North American coach builders watch and read your comments.
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