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Swift Charisma 550
RoamWorthy records the Swift Charisma 550 as a touring caravan. Recorded catalogue data: 4 berths; layout: End Washroom; length 7.18m; width 2.23m; height 2.61m; MTPLM 1,470kg; payload 207kg; recorded price range £7,500 to £14,500. RoamWorthy currently links 1 live dealer listing to this model. Specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment. Check the individual listing and manufacturer documentation before purchase.
Swift Charisma 550 key facts
- Berths: 4
- MTPLM: 1470 kg
- MIRO: 1263 kg
- Payload: 207 kg
- Length: 7.18 m
- Width: 2.23 m
- Observed price range: £7,500 to £14,500
- Available listings: 1
Key features
- Fixed near-side double bed with luxury mattress
- Full-width rear washroom with separate circular shower cubicle
- Truma dual-fuel heating and hot water system
- Well-equipped kitchen with Thetford fridge/freezer and full oven
- Al-Ko AKS stabiliser for enhanced towing safety
- Status 530 directional digital TV antenna
- Integrated microwave and granite-look worktops
Swift Charisma 550: key points
The Swift Charisma 550 is a four-berth caravan with a fixed near-side double bed, front lounge and full-width rear washroom. Its recorded dimensions are 7.18 metres long, 2.23 metres wide and 2.61 metres high, with an MTPLM of 1470 kilograms and a recorded payload of 207 kilograms.
- Fixed near-side double bed reduces the need to make up beds each evening, although it may feel restrictive for taller users.
- Full-width rear washroom includes a separate circular shower cubicle and provides the model’s end-washroom layout.
- Front lounge converts into an additional double bed, giving the caravan four berths.
- Central kitchen is recorded with a Thetford fridge/freezer, full oven, microwave and granite-look worktops.
- Truma dual-fuel heating and hot water, an Al-Ko AKS stabiliser and a Status 530 directional digital TV antenna are listed features.
Worth knowing: Specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment, so individual listings require confirmation. The supplied marketplace record shows no current listings, while six images are recorded.
Buying a Swift Charisma 550
Who it suits
- Couples or families needing four berths and preferring a fixed near-side double bed rather than relying solely on convertible seating.
- Buyers who prioritise a full-width rear washroom with a separate circular shower cubicle within a 7.18-metre caravan.
- Tourers whose tow vehicle and storage arrangements can accommodate the recorded 2.23-metre width, 2.61-metre height and 1470-kilogram MTPLM.
Reasons to consider it
- The fixed bed provides a permanent sleeping area, while the front lounge converts into the second double bed.
- The end-washroom arrangement separates the washroom from the front lounge and central kitchen.
- A recorded payload of 207 kilograms offers defined carrying capacity, subject to confirmation for the individual caravan.
- The Al-Ko AKS stabiliser is listed as a towing-related feature.
- The price range in the supplied data is £7500 to £14500.
What to check
- Confirm the individual caravan’s model year, trim and fitted equipment because the supplied specifications may vary.
- Check the actual plated MTPLM, payload and noseweight information before purchase and match them with the tow vehicle.
- Measure access, storage and pitch clearance against the recorded length, width and height.
- Inspect the fixed bed, front-lounge conversion and washroom layout in person, paying particular attention to whether the near-side bed suits the intended occupants.
- Verify the condition and operation of the Truma heating and hot-water system, kitchen equipment, separate shower cubicle and Status 530 antenna.
Worth knowing: The supplied data does not provide a production-year range, so the age and specification of any example must be established from its documentation. No current listings are recorded in the supplied marketplace data, so availability may be limited at the time of search.
Compare the Swift Charisma 550 with similar models
| Model | Berths | MTPLM | Length | Typical price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swift Charisma 550 | 4 | 1470 kg | 7.18 m | £7,500 to £14,500 |
| Swift Challenger Sport 524 | 4 | 1405 kg | 6.94 m | £11,500 to £16,500 |
| Lunar Lexon | 4 | 1450 kg | 7.32 m | £6,500 to £19,500 |
The Swift Charisma 550 is most clearly distinguished by its fixed near-side double bed, four-berth layout and full-width rear washroom, balanced against a recorded 7.18-metre length, 2.23-metre width and 1470-kilogram MTPLM. The allowed alternatives vary in length, weight and supplied price range, so the better match depends on tow-vehicle limits, storage space, sleeping preferences and the verified specification of the individual caravan.
Worth knowing: Specifications and prices can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.
Swift Charisma 550 ownership checks
- Plan towing and storage around the recorded 7.18-metre length, 2.23-metre width and 2.61-metre height.
- Keep the loaded caravan within the recorded 1470-kilogram MTPLM and account for the recorded 207-kilogram payload when carrying equipment.
- Use the four-berth layout as intended: retain the fixed near-side double bed for regular use and convert the front lounge when the additional sleeping space is needed.
- Check the Al-Ko AKS stabiliser and other towing equipment before trips, following the relevant manufacturer and vehicle guidance.
- Test the rear washroom’s separate circular shower cubicle, the Truma system and the central kitchen equipment before departure.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Assuming the recorded dimensions, MTPLM or payload apply unchanged to every example without checking the individual caravan’s plate and paperwork.
- Overlooking the near-side fixed bed’s potentially restrictive access or sleeping position when assessing suitability for taller users.
- Treating the four-berth rating as evidence of four separate permanent beds, when the front lounge converts into an additional double bed.
Worth knowing: The supplied data does not identify model-year-specific maintenance requirements or known faults. Equipment and specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment, so ownership checks should be based on the individual caravan.
Alternatives to the Swift Charisma 550
- Swift Challenger Sport 524 - Consider the Swift Challenger Sport 524 if a four-berth Swift with a shorter recorded length of 6.94 metres and an MTPLM of 1405 kilograms is more suitable. Its supplied price range is £11500 to £16500.
- Lunar Lexon - Consider the Lunar Lexon if you want a four-berth alternative with a recorded length of 7.32 metres and an MTPLM or GVW of 1450 kilograms. Its supplied price range is £6500 to £19500.
- Bailey Pegasus Milan - Consider the Bailey Pegasus Milan if its four-berth layout, recorded length of 7.25 metres and MTPLM or GVW of 1499 kilograms fit your towing requirements. Its supplied price range is £11500 to £24950.
Data and source notes
- This page uses the maintained RoamWorthy record for the Swift Charisma 550.
- 6 model images are recorded for this page and served from RoamWorthy-hosted media.
- 1 current linked dealer listing helps keep stock and price context connected to the model.
- 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 Swift Charisma 550
This page is supported by 2 recorded source groups.
- RoamWorthy maintained model catalogue (editorial_database)
- Web Exact Model (model_media)
Last reviewed: 2026-09-17T19:36:00.645529+00:00