chic and comfortable lift the roof van for four people with fixed WC

On a Ford with many Ford accessories

Besides the Stylevan Durban and Melbourne on the VW Transporter, we will now have to rely on Belize based on the new Ford Custom. Offered in 136 hp version (manual or automatic gearbox) or 170 hp 8-speed automatic gearbox, this modified van looks great. The Ford Custom base obviously has something to do with it. In metallic grey, the Belize is very stylish with its glass side doors (tinted glass), its aluminum rims and its discreet exterior decoration.

The developer, owned by the Rapido group since 2017, started with a version closer to the car.. In terms of original equipment, we include a 13” DAB Apple CarPlay/Android Auto touchscreen, heated seats and windscreens, automatic air conditioning and tire pressure monitoring. Outside, we can count heated, electric and folding mirrors and direct LED lights.

Top interior design

Moving to the new Ford Custom, Belize (5.45 meters long and 2.27 meters wide) has a slight advantage in the interior.. And not the users who will complain about it! With a pop-up roof that rises from the rear, the Belize will be able to “fit everything”. ahead, The dinette includes swivel cabin chairs, a one-legged table that can also be used outside and a bench seat made by the design office.. The kitchen area is amazing. It is 140 cm wide, better than most vans or profiles. Includes three large storage drawers. The 51 l refrigerator is of the “sliding” type. The rear 1/4 of the vehicle includes fixed cassette toilets, a shower system and storage space.

Sleeping for four people

Used in all seasons thanks to its insulation, its Truma water heater with a 10 liter boiler and its 2000 W Webasto heater that uses efficient fuel, the Belize campervan can accommodate four people. In the evening, you have the choice between a bed (128 x 205 cm) connected to a raised roof or a bench seat that can be converted into a bed. Made for many months in-house, the bench sets up and transforms into a bed in a few seconds and effortlessly thanks to the help of an electric motor. By deploying, manually this time, the lateral expansion, the bottom bed goes from 90 cm in width to 120 cm. In all cases, a mattress topper is essential for optimal comfort.

A must-have Belize Special Package

The base price of this Stylevan is listed at €67,900 to which must be added the Belize Special package for €1,490. By listing this package, we better understand why it is a must. A second glass side door, an electric bench seat, a water heater and a 92 Ah AGM cell battery are among these. And for those who feel that the carrier and passenger compartment are not equipped enough, options are available. 19” aluminum rims, induction charger, 4 season tires they are in the Ford Custom menu. For more electronic freedom, you can check out the Freedom Pack box including a lithium battery connected to a 200 W solar panel.

Permanent toilets, indisputable assets

Belize does not have a shower cabin. But instead of the “system” of the phone and flexible walls that have to be placed manually and connected to the floor drain. This can be used as a workaround but for everyday use, we doubt it. It’s a bit tedious to set up. A 50-liter fresh water reservoir has a “limit” effect in any case. Fixed cassette toilets, on the other hand, are more useful and appreciated. This is also a strong argument, which often suggests the balance in favor of this type of van, compact but very independent from this point of view.