Carado · campervan
Carado Camper Van CV540
RoamWorthy records the Carado Camper Van CV540 as a campervan. Recorded catalogue data: 2 berths; layout: Transverse Bed; length 5.41m; width 2.05m; height 2.73m; MTPLM 3,500kg; payload 776kg; base vehicle: Peugeot Boxer; recorded price range £42,000 to £62,000. No live dealer stock is currently linked to this model on RoamWorthy. Specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment. Check the individual listing and manufacturer documentation before purchase.
Carado Camper Van CV540 key facts
- Berths: 2
- GVW: 3500 kg
- Unladen weight: 2724 kg
- Payload: 776 kg
- Length: 5.41 m
- Width: 2.05 m
- Base vehicle: Peugeot Boxer
- Observed price range: £42,000 to £62,000
Key features
- Compact 5.41m length for superior manoeuvrability and easy parking
- Rear transverse double bed with high-quality cold foam mattress
- Ergonomic kitchen with 2-burner hob and integrated 84L compressor fridge
- Flexible rear storage area with fold-up bed frame for large gear
- All-in-one wet room with fixed washbasin and integrated shower
- Electric entry step and flyscreen door provided as standard
- High payload capacity of over 700kg for all your adventure essentials
Carado Camper Van CV540: key facts
The Carado Camper Van CV540 is a two-berth campervan measuring 5.41 metres long, with a transverse rear bed, swivel seats and a rear garage arrangement. Its 3,500kg MTPLM and 776kg payload are notable for a compact vehicle, but buyers should confirm how specification, trim and optional equipment affect the supplied vehicle.
- Two berths, with a transverse rear bed layout.
- Length of 5.41 metres, width of 2.05 metres and height of 2.73 metres.
- Rear garage storage and swivel-seat layout are recorded features.
- MTPLM is 3,500kg, with a recorded payload of 776kg.
- Recorded price range is £42,000 to £62,000.
- The supplied editorial describes an 84L compressor fridge, a two-burner hob, an all-in-one wet room, an electric entry step and a flyscreen door, but these details should be confirmed for the vehicle being considered.
Worth knowing: Specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment. The recorded marketplace listing count is zero, so current availability should be checked separately. The supplied data does not identify a production year range or a separate GVW figure.
Who should consider the Carado Camper Van CV540?
Who it suits
- Couples seeking a two-berth campervan with a 5.41-metre footprint.
- Buyers who value a rear transverse bed and garage-oriented storage arrangement.
- Drivers for whom the recorded 776kg payload is relevant, subject to confirmation of the delivered specification and actual loaded weight.
Reasons to consider it
- Its 5.41-metre length is shorter than the 5.99-metre alternatives listed, which may suit buyers prioritising a more compact footprint.
- The transverse rear bed, swivel seats and rear garage layout combine sleeping, seating and storage functions within the recorded dimensions.
- A recorded MTPLM of 3,500kg and payload of 776kg provide clear figures for assessing usable carrying capacity.
- The supplied editorial identifies an 84L compressor fridge, two-burner hob and combined wet-room arrangement, subject to specification checks.
What to check
- Confirm the transverse-bed dimensions and whether the access arrangement suits both occupants.
- Check the unladen weight and calculate the remaining payload after passengers, water, gas, personal equipment and fitted options.
- Measure or inspect the garage opening and internal storage space if carrying bikes or bulky equipment is important.
- Verify the 2.73-metre height against intended storage, parking and access points.
- Confirm which kitchen, heating, wet-room, entry-step and flyscreen equipment is included on the specific vehicle.
- Check the current asking price against the recorded £42,000 to £62,000 range and establish whether optional equipment changes it.
Worth knowing: A transverse bed can be less convenient for occupants who do not want one person to climb over the other. The compact dimensions limit available internal floor space compared with longer campervans. The 2.73-metre height remains important when checking covered storage and low-clearance routes.
Compare the Carado Camper Van CV540 with similar models
| Model | Berths | Maximum weight | Length | Typical price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carado Camper Van CV540 | 2 | 3500 kg | 5.41 m | £42,000 to £62,000 |
| Auto-Trail V Line 540 Se | 2 | 3500 kg | 5.41 m | £42,000 to £72,000 |
| Auto-Trail V-LINE 540 | 2 | 3500 kg | 5.41 m | £45,000 to £72,000 |
The Carado Camper Van CV540 is the shortest listed option at 5.41 metres alongside the two V Line alternatives, while the other listed alternatives measure 5.99 metres or 6 metres. Its recorded 3,500kg MTPLM and 776kg payload are useful comparison points, but payload is not supplied for the alternatives. The shorter footprint may suit buyers prioritising compact dimensions, while a longer alternative may warrant consideration where additional internal space is more important. No single model is the better choice without confirming each vehicle's layout, equipment, payload and price.
Worth knowing: Specifications and prices can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.
Carado Camper Van CV540 ownership checks
- Keep a current loaded-weight record because the vehicle has a 3,500kg MTPLM and a recorded 776kg payload.
- Recheck the usable payload after adding passengers, luggage, water, gas and any optional equipment.
- Use the 5.41-metre length and 2.05-metre width when assessing parking spaces, storage arrangements and access routes.
- Allow for the 2.73-metre height when entering garages, car parks or other restricted-height locations.
- Plan loading around the transverse bed and rear garage layout so stored equipment does not obstruct bed use or access.
- Confirm the bed, kitchen, wet-room and storage arrangements after any specification change, because equipment can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Treating the recorded payload as the available capacity without allowing for occupants, fluids, equipment and fitted options.
- Checking only length when the recorded width of 2.05 metres and height of 2.73 metres can determine access and storage suitability.
- Assuming the supplied editorial equipment list applies unchanged to every CV540 without confirming the specific vehicle.
Worth knowing: No production year range is supplied, so age-related ownership guidance cannot be made more specific. The supplied data does not identify known faults or a maintenance schedule.
Alternatives to the Carado Camper Van CV540
- Auto-Trail V Line 540 Se - Consider this two-berth alternative if you want the same recorded 5.41-metre length and 3,500kg MTPLM, with a recorded price range extending to £72,000.
- Auto-Trail V-LINE 540 - This is another two-berth, 5.41-metre alternative with a recorded 3,500kg MTPLM and a price range of £45,000 to £72,000.
- Swift Select 122 - Consider it if a longer 6-metre two-berth campervan is acceptable and you want to compare its recorded £42,000 to £72,000 price range.
Data and source notes
- This page uses the maintained RoamWorthy record for the Carado Camper Van CV540.
- 5 model images are recorded for this page and served from RoamWorthy-hosted media.
- 2 recorded source groups are available in the source section below.
Proof notes
- Specifications can differ by production year, trim and optional equipment.
- Dealer listings are used as current marketplace evidence, not as a substitute for the exact vehicle documentation.
Worth knowing: Confirm weights, dimensions and fitted equipment for the exact vehicle before purchase or towing.
Sources and review status for the Carado Camper Van CV540
This page is supported by 2 recorded source groups.
- RoamWorthy maintained model catalogue (editorial_database)
- Web Exact Model (model_media)
Last reviewed: 2026-09-17T19:36:05.924159+00:00