The sixth generation of the Nissan Caravan has remained largely unchanged for 15 years, yet it continues to draw new buyers with its durability and practicality. The standout model, a direct competitor to the Toyota HiAce, is the factory-fit camper conversion known as MyRoom, which pairs a spartan exterior with a cleverly designed, homely interior. The Nissan Caravan MyRoom debuted in October 2023 as a limited-time “Launch Edition.” It has now become a permanent fixture in the lineup, broadening its availability to camping enthusiasts.
The MyRoom is built on the Caravan’s long
body, standard roof, and standard width variant, stretching 5,080 mm. Its exterior resembles a typical LCV, featuring unpainted bumpers and
black steel wheels that complement the grille, mirror caps, and door handles.
This year, the camper became available with the Deep Forest shade among the
five options of the color palette. Still, most buyers will likely opt for the
MyRoom-exclusive Sand Beige finish with a white roof. Another special touch is
a pair of discreet “My Room – Into the Nature” stickers on the side and rear
windows.
The interior is far more special than the
exterior, as the rear portion of the cabin looks more like a fancy hotel. Everything
is covered by wood grain, with modular furniture making it possible to create a
living room, bedroom, or dining room in what used to be a plain cargo area. The
windows are covered by blinds, with curtains for extra privacy. The second row
of seats can be flipped, turning into a comfy couch, nicely combined with a
sliding and removable table. As for the sleeping area, Nissan offers two
options – a two-part folding bed or a simpler lift-up bed – covered by
herringbone fabric. The source of power for the camper is portable battery
packs recycled from the Nissan Leaf. These provide enough energy to power
electronic devices via an AC 100V outlet, even when the van is off grid.
The camper is available with two
powertrain options. The naturally-aspirated 2.0-liter QR20DE gasoline engine
producing 129 hp and 178 Nm of torque, or the
Mitsubishi-sourced 2.5-liter 4N16 diesel generating 130 hp and
370 Nm. Both powertrains are mated to a 7-speed automatic gearbox.
The gasoline version is exclusively available with rear-wheel drive, but the
diesel can also be had with four-wheel drive.
Depending on the trim and configuration,
pricing for the Nissan Caravan MyRoom ranges between ¥ 5,516,500 (US$ 37,633) and
¥ 6,855,200 (US$ 46,766). Unfortunately for buyers in other markets, the camper
will most likely remain a Japan-only affair.
