Bela Trendy 1: a camper in mini format

The Bela Trendy 1 has just been unveiled to become one of the best products in terms of equipment/price in the camper van segment.

The craze for camper vans is in full swing, so more and more brands are presenting versions designed to enjoy an outdoor holiday with all the luxuries. These vehicles are also the smartest and most economical option for getting hold of a motorhome, since models such as the Volkswagen California T6.1 or the Mercedes-Benz Marco-Polo that we got to test come with prohibitive prices.

For this reason, many people have decided to buy a commercial van and modify it themselves to turn it into a home on wheels. However, we often don’t have the time or the skill of the presenter of “Bricomanía” to do it with our own hands.

The solution has arrived and its name is Bela Trendy 1

For all of them, one of the most sensible options in the segment has arrived. Its name is Bela Trendy 1 and it is a camper van based on the Fiat Dobló, the small commercial vehicle from the Italian brand.

This model has just been unveiled at the Caravan Salon in Stuttgart and has a clear difference from the other members of the segment: its size. Being based on a Fiat Dobló, its size is really compact, which can be either a drawback or an advantage depending on the perspective from which it is viewed.

The Bela Trendy 1 has dimensions of 4.99 metres in length and 1.92 metres in width, so we have a full camper with a length exactly equal to that of the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV that we tested some time ago.

Of course, they are not comparable models, but the company’s work is very noteworthy, capable of fitting a cubicle to live comfortably for a few days in dimensions more typical of an SUV. Where the small camper does grow is in ground clearance, and the Bela Trendy 1 stands 2.62 metres tall, so anyone can stand upright inside without any problems.

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Enough equipment to feel at home

As for its interior equipment, there is a bedroom for two people placed above the driving position. The layout of its living area means this model belongs to the category of overcab motorhomes. If you don’t know what we’re talking about, don’t miss our feature on what types of motorhomes exist.

Continuing with its features, the Bela Trendy 1 has a dining area for three people, a kitchen, a sink, a fridge and a good number of cupboards to store everything you need. In addition, the most important thing, which many larger campers lack: a full bathroom with a shower included.

Therefore, this new camper has all the equipment needed to feel at home and does not become a nightmare when it comes to parking. Furthermore, another major selling point is the price of the Bela Trendy One, which is available from 39,990 euros, that is, practically half the price of a Volkswagen Grand California. So, you can’t deny it: it’s a good buy, right?