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Avondale Dart 525-4
RoamWorthy records the Avondale Dart 525-4 as a touring caravan. Recorded catalogue data: 4 berths; layout: End Washroom; length 6.75m; width 2.14m; height 2.51m; MTPLM 1,240kg; payload 210kg; recorded price range £3,500 to £6,500. 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.
Avondale Dart 525-4 key facts
- Berths: 4
- MTPLM: 1240 kg
- MIRO: 1030 kg
- Payload: 210 kg
- Length: 6.75 m
- Width: 2.14 m
- Observed price range: £3,500 to £6,500
Key features
- Lightweight GRP coachwork for easier towing
- Versatile side dinette converting to fold-out bunk beds
- Spacious front lounge with wrap-around seating
- Full-width rear washroom with separate shower cubicle
- Well-equipped kitchen with oven, hob, and fridge
- Ample overhead locker storage and under-seat space
- Al-Ko chassis for stable on-road performance
Avondale Dart 525-4: key facts
The Avondale Dart 525-4 is a four-berth caravan with a side dinette, rear washroom and single-axle layout. Its recorded length is 6.75m, width 2.14m and height 2.51m, with an MTPLM of 1240kg, payload of 210kg and recorded price range of £3500 to £6500. Specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment, so individual examples need checking.
- Four berths with a side dinette that the supplied editorial describes as converting into fold-out bunk beds.
- Front lounge, kitchen and full-width rear washroom with a separate shower cubicle are described in the supplied editorial.
- Recorded dimensions are 6.75m long, 2.14m wide and 2.51m high.
- Recorded MTPLM is 1240kg and payload is 210kg.
- The supplied market record shows no current listings and six hosted images.
Worth knowing: The production years are not recorded. The supplied data does not record a GVW. Equipment, condition and specification may vary between examples and require confirmation.
Who should consider the Avondale Dart 525-4?
Who it suits
- Couples or small families needing four berths and a flexible side-dinette arrangement.
- Buyers whose tow vehicle is suited to a recorded MTPLM of 1240kg, subject to checking the specific caravan and the vehicle's towing limits.
Reasons to consider it
- The four-berth layout combines a front lounge with a side dinette, giving the interior more than one seating or sleeping zone.
- The full-width rear washroom and separate shower cubicle provide a substantial washroom arrangement for this recorded layout.
- The recorded payload of 210kg gives a defined allowance for equipment, but the loaded caravan still needs weighing.
- Its 6.75m length and 2.14m width provide useful interior scope while remaining dimensions that must be allowed for when towing and storing.
What to check
- Confirm the plate weights, actual unladen weight and available payload on the individual caravan, rather than relying only on catalogue figures.
- Measure the storage space and check access against the recorded 6.75m length, 2.14m width and 2.51m height.
- Inspect the side-dinette conversion, front lounge seating and washroom layout in person, including the separate shower cubicle.
- Check which kitchen appliances, lockers and other equipment are actually fitted, as optional equipment can affect payload.
- Confirm the condition and availability of model-specific parts because Avondale is described in the supplied editorial as a defunct manufacturer.
Worth knowing: The supplied price range is £3500 to £6500, but no current listings are recorded, so condition and equipment differences may be significant. The source notes that specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment. A tow-car match cannot be confirmed from the caravan data alone.
Compare the Avondale Dart 525-4 with similar models
| Model | Berths | MTPLM | Length | Typical price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avondale Dart 525-4 | 4 | 1240 kg | 6.75 m | £3,500 to £6,500 |
| Sprite Alpine | 4 | 1284 kg | 6.45 m | £8,500 to £24,500 |
| Swift Sprite Alpine | 4 | 1284 kg | 6.45 m | £8,500 to £24,500 |
The Avondale Dart 525-4 is distinguished by its recorded MTPLM of 1240kg, four-berth side-dinette layout and lower recorded price range of £3500 to £6500. The listed alternatives offer different combinations of length, MTPLM and price, so the appropriate choice depends on tow-car limits, available budget, desired dimensions and the condition of the individual caravan.
Worth knowing: Specifications and prices can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.
Owning an Avondale Dart 525-4
- Keep a documented payload calculation based on the recorded 210kg allowance, including personal kit and any fitted optional equipment.
- Use the 6.75m length, 2.14m width and 2.51m height when checking storage, access routes and towing clearances.
- Before travelling with four occupants, organise the side-dinette and sleeping equipment so the 210kg payload is not eroded by loose items.
- Check the rear washroom and separate shower arrangement for water, drainage and ventilation issues during routine inspections.
- Recheck the actual loaded weight after adding equipment, because the recorded MTPLM is 1240kg.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Assuming the four-berth rating removes the need to check the caravan's loaded weight and payload.
- Planning storage without allowing for the recorded height of 2.51m and width of 2.14m.
- Assuming specifications are unchanged across model years or trims.
Worth knowing: No production years are recorded, so age-related maintenance requirements cannot be specified from the supplied data. Condition and installed equipment require an individual inspection.
Alternatives to the Avondale Dart 525-4
- Sprite Alpine - The Sprite Alpine is another four-berth option with a shorter recorded length of 6.45m, a higher recorded MTPLM of 1284kg and a recorded price range of £8500 to £24500.
- Swift Sprite Alpine - The Swift Sprite Alpine is listed as a four-berth alternative measuring 6.45m, with an MTPLM of 1284kg and a recorded price range of £8500 to £24500.
- Bailey Pegasus Genoa - The Bailey Pegasus Genoa offers four berths and a shorter recorded length of 6.38m, but its recorded MTPLM is 1300kg and its price range is £11500 to £24500.
Data and source notes
- This page uses the maintained RoamWorthy record for the Avondale Dart 525-4.
- 6 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 Avondale Dart 525-4
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