Honest ZONE RV – SOJOURN Review: A Must-Read Before Buying

Zone RV Sojourn is a luxury off-road caravan with advanced features and built tough. Customise your Sojourn with gas free interior and off-grid capabilities for the adventurous. Read on to see its features, comfort and performance.

Key Points

• The Zone RV Sojourn is a luxury off-road caravan built for adventure. It has a gas free interior and top notch off-road performance. Perfect for those who want to get off the beaten track.
• From $164,000 you can customise your Sojourn. Add more luxuries or more power for longer trips without power hookups. It has solar panels and lithium batteries to keep you powered up.
• It’s built tough with a galvanised steel chassis and composite body materials. It can handle the rough stuff and keep you comfortable inside. The suspension smooths out the bumps.
• For those who love spending time out of town the Sojourn has plenty of water storage and options for more energy storage. You won’t have to worry about running out of water or power when you’re out of town.
• Zone RV builds caravans for the Australian Outback. They include the latest technology and quality construction so you can explore remote areas comfortably and safely.

Zone RV Sojourn Features and Specs

The Zone RV Sojourn stands out with its big dimensions and clever design. 8.8m overall length, 6.4m body length, plenty of room inside. 2.5m wide and 3.1m high external, 1.98m internal height.

This is the balance of space and comfort for those long trips away from home.

It’s built tough from the ground up, starting at 2,678.50kg and 180kg ball weight so it can handle any terrain.

Every detail shows the thought and planning from layout to build quality so caravan buyers get not just a vehicle but a travel buddy.

Zone RV Sojourn – Size meets design

Off-road

The Zone RV Sojourn is off-road capable. It has a hot-dipped galvanised steel chassis that can handle the rough stuff. Its suspension system is Cruisemaster ATX airbag suspension so it’s smooth on rough roads.

It comes with 17” alloy wheels and MAXTRAX recovery gear for better traction and to get you unstuck.

For safety while reversing or in tight spaces it has a dual view reversing camera system. So you can see what’s behind you clearly and reduce the risk of accidents in off-road situations.

With all this capability the Zone RV Sojourn is ready for any terrain.

Pricing and customisation

Pricing and customisation is at the heart of the Zone RV Sojourn. From $164,000 you can enter the world of off-road luxury and performance. For the ultimate Sojourn experience a fully loaded one is $198,930. Here is a summary in an HTML table for caravan buyers:

FeatureStarting PriceFully Equipped VersionCustomisation OptionsBase Offering$164,000$198,930Standard featuresInterior CustomisationsUltra-light composite cabinetry, café-style loungesExternal EnhancementsAutomatic awning, 18” alloy wheels, BBQ slideLuxury FeaturesAir conditioner, washing machine, mobile phone signal booster

This table shows the flexible pricing of the Zone RV Sojourn, the base price and the fully loaded price. It also shows the customisation options, interior features like ultra-light composite cabinetry and café-style lounges, external enhancements like automatic awning. For those who want to take their off-road experience to the next level, luxury features like air conditioner, washing machine and mobile phone signal booster can be added. So you can customise your Zone RV Sojourn to your needs and preferences.

Construction and Durability

The Zone RV Sojourn has a tough chassis and body construction with aeronautical and marine industry technology for durability. Its composite materials and CruiseMaster suspension system is smooth on rough roads and strong off-road.

Chassis and body

Hot-dipped galvanised steel chassis. Rust proof. Body is full composite materials no timber. Less chance of damage over time.

The tare weight of this caravan is 2,656 kg and up to 3,038 kg if you add options. The ATM (Aggregate Trailer Mass) can go up to 3,500 kg and 4,000 kg for heavy duty use.

It has a Cruisemaster DO45 tow coupling for safe towing. You can also add a Protection Pack with rubberised coating for even more off-road durability.

Off-road

From the robust chassis and body the Zone RV Sojourn shows off its off-road capability. This version has a Cruisemaster ATX airbag suspension rated for 4.5 tonnes so you can travel smooth on rough roads.

For those who want the best braking performance optional hydraulic disc brakes are available. Safety is key with recovery points evaluated for off-grid adventures

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Storage systems have a front tunnel storage and a drawbar box so gear is easy to retrieve and handy. The Sojourn has an outdoor lifestyle with an external kitchen with shelving, moveable washing basin and induction cooktop to cook in the great outdoors.

The Zone RV Sojourn smooths out the rough roads.

Inside these utilities pragmatism reigns with Humminbird Electronics GPS odometer recording off-grid travel distance. And a spare wheel and folding ladder for top access means you’re prepared for anything and still have room for all your gear without sacrificing space or comfort.

Gas free interior

The Zone RV Sojourn has a gas free interior, safe and practical for travellers. Dual induction hob instead of old gas stoves.

This is safer and more green. The caravan has a standard diesel hot water system so no gas bottles at all.

This design reduces risks and increases the possibility of living off-grid. With lithium batteries and solar panels the Sojourn can generate its own power so no need to be connected to the grid.

So living off-grid is easier and comfortable so perfect for explorers who want sustainable caravan travel without sacrificing modern comforts or safety.

Off-Grid

Sojourn has off-grid capabilities, power and water storage for extended off-grid camping. Read more?

Power and management

Zone RV Sojourn has a state of the art power and management system. It has REDARC 200Ah lithium batteries and 540W solar. So you have enough power for off-grid camping.

Also has REDARC 3000W inverter and manager 30 so you can manage your power needs.

More power? Upgrades are available. You can go up to 800Ah lithium batteries and 1240W solar. These will give you more off-grid time without sacrificing comfort or convenience.

Energy management is key for extended travel and the Redarc system does just that.

Water storage

Now let’s talk about water storage. Sojourn has 240L water storage with an option for 80L extra for drinking.

This will give you plenty of water for all your needs on the journey. Water is protected by a galvanised shield and has a 100L grey water tank with a bypass valve.

These will give you peace of mind and independent and self sufficient water supply off-grid.

If you want to further off-gridify your experience you can add rainwater harvesting or other custom solutions for extended off-grid camping.

Off-grid upgrades

Sojourn has many off-grid upgrades to off-gridify your adventure. Here are some:

1. Extended Power Storage: Up to 800Ah lithium batteries for more off-grid time.
2. Extra Solar Panels: Up to 1240W solar to capture more sun.
3. Diesel Heating: Diesel air heater for chilly nights.
4. Airbag Leveling: Automatic leveling airbags for a stable base.
5. BBQ Mount: BBQ slide mount for outdoor cooking.
6. Bike Rack Attachment: Bring your bikes along with the bike rack attachment and free up space inside the caravan.
7. Extra Spare Tire: Spare tire for any situation so you can tackle rough terrain without worry.

These upgrades will make sure your Zone RV Sojourn is off-grid ready and has the flexibility and convenience for an epic outdoor experience.

Interior

Sojourn has a comfortable bedroom, fully equipped kitchen and living area and ensuite and shower. It’s a luxurious and practical setup for your caravan life.

Bedroom

Sojourn has a bedroom with a queen bed with under bed storage. You have good air circulation and natural light with the dual Sirocco fans and bedside windows.

Tidiness is easy with twin bedside cabinets with hanging rail and removable shelves. Entertainment is taken care of with a 32” smart TV and the option for a pillow top queen bed for extra comfort.

Plus padded upholstered bed head and foot lockers to make the whole bedroom experience even better.

Living and kitchen

Sojourn’s living area has a chaise lounge with a central table for relaxing and entertaining. The kitchen has dual induction cooktops, Thetford fridge/freezer combo (274L) and a large stainless steel sink with plenty of bench space.

Drawers have soft close and locking latches for storage on the move. You can also have café style seating with leather upholstery and diamond stitching for a dining area.

Plus a full height pull out double pantry for easy access to your food supplies for extended trips.

And then the Ensuite and shower section where you’ll love the design and functionality.

Ensuite and shower

Sojourn has an ensuite with ogo composting toilet and a sink with mixer tap. Internal shower cubicle for convenience and diesel water heater with 15L hot water for showers.

Plus wall mounted washing machine with 2.5kg capacity and chrome fittings in bathroom and kitchen.

Caravan owners will love the compact washing machine so you can do laundry inside the van. The enclosed shower for privacy and comfort makes off-grid living easier.

And eco friendly fixtures like the ogo composting toilet for sustainable travel and functionality.

Customer Care and Warranty

When it comes to customer care Zone RV offers free roadside assistance and full warranty coverage for your peace of mind. The Summit Experience means customers get serviced and supported throughout their caravanning journey.

The Summit Experience

When it comes to customer care and warranty Zone RV offer the best experience. They give free roadside assistance for customer satisfaction and 5 year warranty on the chassis and 2 year warranty on many components.

This is reflected in their mission and focus on off road travel with the Sojourn being eco friendly with features like the Nature’s Head composting toilet.

Plus their warranty covers caravan owners and shows they are committed to quality products that are sustainable and durable.

Zone RV’s The Summit Experience is all about customer peace of mind with attention to detail in every aspect of their services and products.

Warranty and servicing

Warranty covers parts repair or replacement. Excludes consequential losses and servicing costs. Excludes tyre repairs, paint damage and brake adjustments.

Cabinetry handles and accessories 2 year warranty. Chassis 5 year warranty.

Manufacturing and facilities

Zone RV use advanced manufacturing techniques at their Coolum Beach, Australia facility. They use technology from the aeronautical and marine industries to build their products.

Their caravans have hot dipped galvanised steel chassis for strength and durability. And fully composite body construction timber free and rubberised coating for added protection.

These all work together to make Zone RV caravans robust and durable.

Zone RV’s manufacturing methods use aeronautical and marine technology, hot dipped galvanised steel chassis and fully composite body construction timber free.

Rubberised coating adds extra protection against wear and tear and is part of their commitment to building off road caravans for rugged travel.

Mission and off road focus

Zone RV build caravans for off road travel and exploration. They focus on Australian outback conditions with features like drawbar, Cruisemaster DO35 hitch and ATX suspension.

Their caravans are designed to withstand rough terrain and remote travel and off grid camping. Zone RV’s mission is shown in the high battery, solar and water storage of their caravans.

They want to be the solution for adventure travel, bush travel, desert expeditions, off grid camping and wilderness exploration and durable and functional for off r

Company Background

Zone RV is focused on innovation in manufacturing and facilities and off road travel. Read more about their commitment and mission here.

Zone RV’s commitment to innovation

Zone RV’s commitment to innovation is shown in the Sojourn’s safety and convenience features. Electric stabilizer jack and anti-theft system with GPS tracking for security.

And its lithium battery charger for power management for off grid travel. The Summit has 400L water tank and high tech audio system for modern caravan owners looking for the latest technology.

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Their commitment to manufacturing is to build custom caravans for remote travel in ever changing terrain. By including first hand experience into their designs through the Summit Experience program, Zone RV wants more than just customers, they want to show you the secrets of remote living in challenging environments like the Australian Outback.

Summary

In summary the ZONE RV Sojourn is a luxury caravan for off road travel and can sleep 5 people. Priced from £164,000 it has durability with Cruisemaster ATX airbag suspension and 17 inch alloy wheels.

Built for off grid travel with REDARC 200Ah lithium batteries and 540W solar. Australian made and built with innovation and quality in the caravan industry.

In summary if you want more than just a caravan for rough off road travel with style and comfort for extended family trips or remote camping this Sojourn is for you.