Carthago C-Tourer i150 vs Rapido 9090DF for all seasons

[jimjam337]

Hey folks. I'm looking for my first motorhome that I want to take to the Alps in winter as well as summers around Europe and UK. Looking to spend up to £80k max and these 2 have caught me eye. I'll be looking to take a motorbike in garage too. Does anyone have any advice on one vs the other? The Carthago has 22k miles on a 16 plate (£75k) and the Rapido has 10K on a 16 Plate (£70k). Thanks!

 

[Wombles]

Both good brands - hopefully someone with more specific knowledge about those & motorbike storage will be along with advice soon...

 

[GAVLAD]

What’s the payload of each?
Usually, Carthago is pretty good.
You’ll need it for taking a motorbike as remember you’ll have everything else weight wise to take on all trips so factor this in.

 

[lorger]

Also check the payload of the garage as some are incredibly low, for that price have a look at the Knaus range. I’m biased as we have one but I don’t think you’ll get better value for money and they do a range with double floor so ideal for ski trips.

 

[jimjam337]

Thanks for the advice guys. I've checked out some knaus but haven't found an A-class with the right spec (yet). I really liked a LHD Dethleffs esprit until I drove it a few days ago and found the door pillar completely obscured the left mirror (I'm sit quite far back). Shame as a great van...

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[Lazyboy]

As above, check garage payload. Carthago normally pretty good for that. Check unladen weight of both as well. I believe Rapido have a reputation for being heavy. That said, both good brands.