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Swift Sprite Lite 5
RoamWorthy records the Swift Sprite Lite 5 as a touring caravan. Recorded catalogue data: 2 berths; layout: End Kitchen; length 5.42m; width 2.23m; height 2.59m; MTPLM 1,050kg; payload 115kg; recorded price range £12,500 to £21,000. 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.
Swift Sprite Lite 5 key facts
- Berths: 2
- MTPLM: 1050 kg
- MIRO: 935 kg
- Payload: 115 kg
- Length: 5.42 m
- Width: 2.23 m
- Observed price range: £12,500 to £21,000
Key features
- SMART construction with GRP body panels
- Lightweight MTPLM for easy towing
- Thetford thermostatic oven and grill
- Dometic fridge with freezer compartment
- Dual-fuel heating and hot water systems
- LED lighting throughout for energy efficiency
- Stylish 'Edge' soft furnishings
Swift Sprite Lite 5: key facts
The Swift Sprite Lite 5 is a two-berth caravan with a front lounge, end kitchen and compact washroom. Its recorded MTPLM is 1050 kg, with a recorded payload of 115 kg, making towing weight and loading discipline central buying considerations.
- Two berths and a front lounge layout that converts into sleeping accommodation.
- End kitchen and compact washroom suit buyers prioritising a contained two-berth arrangement.
- Recorded dimensions are 5.42 m long, 2.23 m wide and 2.59 m high.
- Recorded MTPLM is 1050 kg and recorded payload is 115 kg.
- Listed features include SMART construction with GRP body panels, dual-fuel heating and hot water systems, LED lighting, a Thetford thermostatic oven and grill, and a Dometic fridge with freezer compartment.
Worth knowing: Specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment. The supplied data does not provide a production-year range, so the year and exact equipment of an individual caravan require confirmation. No current marketplace listings are recorded in the supplied data.
Who should consider the Swift Sprite Lite 5?
Who it suits
- Couples seeking a two-berth caravan with a front lounge, end kitchen and compact washroom.
- Buyers whose tow-car choice is governed by a recorded MTPLM of 1050 kg, subject to checking the tow car and the specific caravan.
- Owners who value the recorded compact dimensions, while accepting that the washroom is described as compact.
Reasons to consider it
- The two-berth layout avoids paying for unused sleeping capacity if the caravan is intended for couples.
- The front lounge, end kitchen and compact washroom provide clearly separated functions within the recorded 5.42 m length.
- The recorded 115 kg payload gives a defined loading allowance that can be checked before purchase.
- The supplied feature list includes dual-fuel heating and hot water systems, LED lighting, and cooking and refrigeration equipment.
What to check
- Confirm the exact MTPLM, payload and plate information on the individual caravan, because specifications may vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.
- Check the tow car's permitted towing limits against the caravan's recorded MTPLM of 1050 kg, rather than relying on model-name assumptions.
- Assess whether the compact washroom provides sufficient usable space for your needs.
- Measure storage and loading requirements against the recorded 115 kg payload, including personal equipment and optional items.
- Confirm the individual caravan's year, condition and fitted equipment before comparing its price with the supplied range of £12500 to £21000.
Worth knowing: The supplied data does not state a production-year range or identify standard and optional equipment by year. The price range is supplied as a guide and does not establish the value or condition of any individual caravan.
Compare the Swift Sprite Lite 5 with similar models
| Model | Berths | MTPLM | Length | Typical price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swift Sprite Lite 5 | 2 | 1050 kg | 5.42 m | £12,500 to £21,000 |
| Swift Sprite Compact | 2 | 1094 kg | 5.37 m | £16,500 to £22,495 |
| Elddis Xplore XC Duo | 2 | 1080 kg | 5.48 m | £12,500 to £21,000 |
The Swift Sprite Lite 5 is most clearly differentiated by its two-berth front-lounge, end-kitchen and compact-washroom layout, together with its recorded 1050 kg MTPLM and 115 kg payload. The allowed alternatives cover similar two-berth use but vary in recorded length, MTPLM and price range. The right comparison depends on the buyer's tow-car limits, required internal space, payload needs and the verified specification of the individual caravan; the supplied data does not establish an overall winner.
Worth knowing: Specifications and prices can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.
Swift Sprite Lite 5 ownership checks
- Use the recorded 5.42 m length, 2.23 m width and 2.59 m height when checking storage, access routes and pitch suitability.
- Keep a loading record against the recorded 115 kg payload, particularly when carrying kitchen equipment, leisure items and personal effects.
- Check the caravan's actual plate weights and the tow car's limits before each towing arrangement, using the recorded MTPLM of 1050 kg as the model reference.
- Practise manoeuvring the front-lounge, end-kitchen layout into the intended storage position and onto typical pitches.
- Confirm the operation and fitted specification of the listed heating, hot-water, cooking, refrigeration and lighting equipment on handover.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Treating the recorded payload as spare capacity without accounting for all carried equipment and optional items.
- Assuming that dimensions or equipment are identical across model years, trims and individual caravans.
- Judging the washroom from the berth count alone rather than checking the compact space in person.
Worth knowing: The supplied data does not identify age-related maintenance requirements or known faults. Any inspection should be based on the individual caravan and its documented specification.
Alternatives to the Swift Sprite Lite 5
- Swift Sprite Compact - Consider this if you want another two-berth Swift option with a recorded length of 5.37 m, MTPLM of 1094 kg and price range of £16500 to £22495.
- Elddis Xplore XC Duo - Consider this if you want a two-berth alternative with a recorded length of 5.48 m, MTPLM of 1080 kg and the same supplied price range of £12500 to £21000.
- Bailey Discovery D4 2 - Consider this if you want a two-berth alternative with a recorded length of 5.84 m and lower recorded MTPLM of 995 kg, priced in the supplied range of £15500 to £21500.
Data and source notes
- This page uses the maintained RoamWorthy record for the Swift Sprite Lite 5.
- 4 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 Swift Sprite Lite 5
This page is supported by 2 recorded source groups.
- RoamWorthy maintained model catalogue (editorial_database)
- Web Exact Model (model_media)
Last reviewed: 2026-09-17T19:36:14.295817+00:00