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Swift Esprit 496
RoamWorthy records the Swift Esprit 496 as a motorhome. Recorded catalogue data: 6 berths; layout: Rear Lounge; length 8.06m; width 2.31m; height 2.85m; MTPLM 4,250kg; payload 815kg; base vehicle: Fiat Ducato; recorded price range £48,000 to £68,000. 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 Esprit 496 key facts
- Berths: 6
- GVW: 4250 kg
- Unladen weight: 3435 kg
- Payload: 815 kg
- Length: 8.06 m
- Width: 2.31 m
- Base vehicle: Fiat Ducato
- Observed price range: £48,000 to £68,000
Key features
- Six-berth capacity with six belted travel seats
- Spacious rear U-shaped lounge for maximum relaxation
- Dual-fuel heating and hot water system for year-round comfort
- SMART construction system with PURe timberless frame
- Well-appointed kitchen with 3-burner gas hob and electric hotplate
- Generous overhead locker storage and wardrobe space
- Fiat 2.3 MultiJet engine providing reliable performance
Swift Esprit 496: key facts
The Swift Esprit 496 is a six-berth motorhome with six belted travel seats, a rear lounge, a double dinette and an overcab bed. Its recorded length, width and height are 8.06 metres, 2.31 metres and 2.85 metres respectively. The recorded MTPLM and GVW are 4250kg, with a payload of 815kg. Buyers should confirm the exact model year, trim, equipment and licence requirements for the vehicle being considered.
- The layout combines a rear lounge, double dinette and overcab bed.
- The recorded payload is 815kg, supporting the needs of a six-berth vehicle, subject to the actual vehicle’s equipment and loading.
- The recorded MTPLM and GVW are 4250kg, so licence eligibility requires confirmation.
- Key listed equipment includes dual-fuel heating and hot water, SMART construction with a PURe timberless frame, a three-burner gas hob and electric hotplate.
- The 8.06-metre length and 2.31-metre width require care when parking and using narrow roads.
Worth knowing: Specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment. The supplied editorial describes a Fiat Ducato chassis and a Fiat 2.3 MultiJet engine, but the individual vehicle’s specification should be checked. The recorded marketplace listing count is zero, although hosted images are recorded.
Who should consider the Swift Esprit 496?
Who it suits
- Families or groups needing six berths and six belted travel seats.
- Buyers who want separate social areas, with a rear lounge alongside a double dinette and overcab bed.
- Tourers who value the recorded 815kg payload, subject to checking the plated figure and the vehicle’s installed options.
Reasons to consider it
- The rear lounge and double dinette provide distinct areas for sitting, dining and socialising.
- The six-berth, six-seat arrangement is suited to carrying a larger travelling party.
- The listed dual-fuel heating and hot water system supports use across different seasons.
- The kitchen equipment includes a three-burner gas hob and electric hotplate.
- The recorded payload is higher than the recorded payload needs implied by a six-berth layout, but actual usable capacity depends on equipment, passengers and luggage.
What to check
- Confirm the vehicle’s plated MTPLM or GVW, payload and axle limits before purchase.
- Check whether the driver has the licence entitlement required for a vehicle recorded at 4250kg.
- Measure storage access and assess whether the 8.06-metre length, 2.31-metre width and 2.85-metre height suit planned parking and routes.
- Verify the actual number and arrangement of belted travel seats, despite the supplied model data recording six.
- Confirm which heating, kitchen, construction and engine specifications are fitted to the particular vehicle.
Worth knowing: The supplied data gives a price range of £48000 to £68000, but individual asking prices may differ. The source notes that specifications vary by model year, trim and optional equipment. There are currently no recorded marketplace listings on the supplied platform.
Compare the Swift Esprit 496 with similar models
| Model | Berths | Maximum weight | Length | Typical price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swift Esprit 496 | 6 | 4250 kg | 8.06 m | £48,000 to £68,000 |
| Bailey Autograph 79 6 | 6 | 3850 kg | 7.98 m | £45,000 to £75,000 |
| Swift Kon Tiki | 6 | 4250 kg | 7.30 m | £35,000 to £120,000 |
The Swift Esprit 496 combines six berths and six belted travel seats with a rear lounge, double dinette and overcab bed. Its recorded dimensions are substantial, while its recorded 4250kg weight and 815kg payload make licence eligibility, loading and route access important checks. The allowed alternatives offer different balances of length, weight and price range, so the suitable choice depends on the buyer’s licence position, required interior arrangement, payload needs and parking constraints.
Worth knowing: Specifications and prices can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.
Swift Esprit 496 ownership checks
- Plan routes and parking around the recorded 8.06-metre length, 2.31-metre width and 2.85-metre height.
- Keep a close record of passengers, water, luggage and fitted options because the recorded payload is 815kg and the recorded MTPLM is 4250kg.
- Use the rear lounge, double dinette and overcab bed according to the actual seat and bed configuration confirmed for the vehicle.
- Check the driving licence position before use, as the recorded 4250kg MTPLM is above 3500kg.
- Review the kitchen, heating and hot-water equipment against the vehicle’s documentation rather than assuming every listed feature is fitted.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Treating the six-berth figure as confirmation that every vehicle has six usable belted travel seats without checking its paperwork.
- Ignoring the effect of optional equipment and carried load on the recorded 815kg payload.
- Underestimating the clearance and manoeuvring needed for a motorhome measuring 8.06 metres long and 2.85 metres high.
Worth knowing: No production years are supplied, so age-related checks cannot be stated precisely. The supplied evidence does not identify faults specific to this model.
Alternatives to the Swift Esprit 496
- Bailey Autograph 79 6 - Consider the Bailey Autograph 79 6 if a six-berth alternative with a slightly shorter recorded length of 7.98 metres, a lower recorded MTPLM or GVW of 3850kg, and a price range of £45000 to £75000 is relevant.
- Swift Kon Tiki - Consider the Swift Kon Tiki if a six-berth Swift alternative with a shorter recorded length of 7.3 metres and a wider recorded price range of £35000 to £120000 is relevant.
- Swift Kon Tiki 649 - Consider the Swift Kon Tiki 649 if a six-berth alternative with a recorded length of 7.9 metres, MTPLM or GVW of 4000kg, and a price range of £28000 to £65000 is relevant.
Data and source notes
- This page uses the maintained RoamWorthy record for the Swift Esprit 496.
- 9 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 Esprit 496
This page is supported by 2 recorded source groups.
- RoamWorthy maintained model catalogue (editorial_database)
- Web Exact Model (model_media)
Last reviewed: 2026-09-18T02:58:00.411052+00:00