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Karl-Heinz Schuler founded Carthago on 1 July 1979 and at that time the Company offered one off tailor-made conversions, to customer’s own specifications. Two years later the company moved to Ravensburg in a 200m² workshop with just 3 employees. Today, they operate from two sites and employ over 900 staff. Their sister brand, Malibu, was originally introduced in 1991, and initially manufactured on the Volkswagen T4. It wasn’t until 2013 that Malibu was launched as a separate brand.  Carthago celebrated its 45th anniversary in 2024. 

Carthago C2-tourer I 148 RB-QB L comfort

2025 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Winner | A Class under 8 metres

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The Carthago C2-tourer I 148 RB-QB is white with gold decals. The two skylights are open.

Carthago C2-tourer I 148 RB-QB L comfort exterior

The Carthago C2-tourer I 148 RB-QB has a wooden floor, with cream cabinets. The upholstery is grey with white stitching. There is a step up to the rear fixed bed.
The Judges' said ...

Enormous fresh water AND waste water tanks as expected in an A class. It has a beautiful interior with luxury fittings

Base Vehicle

  • Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
  • Gearbox: automatic
  • Engine: 148 bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: four
  • Length: 7.48m (24’ 6”)
  • NCC Approved: Applied for (February 2025)

Carthago C2-tourer I 148 RB-QB L comfort Technical Information

Carthago c-tourer I 145 RB LE superior

2024 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Second | A Class 7 - 8 metres

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Carthago c-tourer I 145 RB LE superior’s exterior is white with dark and gold decals. The entrance door is open and there is a step to gain easy access.

Carthago c-tourer I 145 RB LE superior exterior

Carthago c-tourer I 145 RB LE superior’s interior has beige leather upholstery with fabric panels. The furniture is wooden with cream doors. Nets curtains hang at the windows. There are two fixed beds to the rear.
The Judges' said ...

It certainly packs in a lot for a motorhome that is just over seven metres. I love the floor storage in Carthago motorhomes. The acoustic panel inside is really smart and a little bit different

Base Vehicle

  • Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
  • Gearbox: automatic
  • Engine: 168 bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: three
  • Length: 7.18m (23' 6")
  • NCC Approved: Applied for (Feb 2024)

Carthago c-tourer I 145 RB LE superior Technical Information

Carthago chic s-plus I 64 XL QB

2024 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
A Class over 8 metres

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Carthago chic s-plus I 64 XL QB’s exterior is silver. It’s entrance door is shut. There are three external lockers whose doors are closed.

Carthago chic s-plus I 64 XL QB exterior

Carthago chic s-plus I 64 XL QB’s interior has beige leather upholstery. The furniture is wooden with cream doors. There is a large skylight. There is a fixed bed to the rear.
The Judges' said ...

A luxurious option for extended trips with Alde heating, huge water tanks, two leisure batteries, good storage, kitchen space and lots of features to make life on the road a pleasure and off grid easy

Base Vehicle

  • Iveco Daily
  • Gearbox: automatic
  • Engine: 154 bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: four
  • Length: 8.86m (29' 0")
  • NCC Approved: Applied for (Feb 2024)

Carthago chic s-plus I 64 XL QB Technical Information

Carthago c-tourer T 148 LE H

2024 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Two-Berth Coachbuilt motorhomes over 6 metres

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Carthago c-tourer T 148 LE H’s exterior is white with dark and gold decals.

Carthago c-tourer T 148 LE H exterior

Carthago c-tourer T 148 LE H’s interior has beige leather upholstery with fabric panels. The furniture is wooden with cream doors. Nets curtains hang at the windows. There is a fixed bed to the rear.
The Judges' said ...

A truly luxurious two-berth motorhome with a great layout. I really like the large scooter garage with aluminium floor and hot/cold external shower

Base Vehicle

  • Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
  • Gearbox: automatic
  • Engine: 168 bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: two
  • Length: 7.62m (25' 0")
  • NCC Approved: Applied for (Feb 2024)

Carthago c-tourer T 148 LE H Technical Information

Carthago c-tourer T 148 LE H

2023 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Second | Five or Six Berth Coachbuilt motorhomes over 7.5 metres

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Carthago c-tourer T 148 LE H is white and has black alloy wheels. The vehicle’s step by its habitation door is fully open

Carthago c-tourer T 148 LE H exterior

Carthago c-tourer T 148 LE H has cream leather upholstery, behind the rear travel seats Is the kitchen with a full oven and large fridge freezer. At the rear of the vehicle is the fixed rear bed.
The Judges' said ...

Light and bright interior with light wood and cream lockers

Base Vehicle

  • Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
  • Gearbox: automatic (fitted option)
  • Engine: 168bhp (fitted option)
  • Designated travelling seats: four
  • Length: 7.62m (25' 0")
  • NCC Approved: No

Carthago c-tourer T 148 LE H Technical Information

Carthago liner-for-two I 53 Fiat

2023 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Third | A Class 7 - 8 metres

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Carthago liner-for-two I 53 has a silver exterior, its habitation door is open showing into the interior, with a step to gain easy access.

Carthago liner-for-two I 53 Fiat exterior

Carthago liner-for-two I 53 Fiat has leather upholstery with curved cream overhead lockers with wooden surrounds. There is a large oval table. There is a wooden floor, with a step to the kitchen, beyond this there is a fixed rear bed.
The Judges' said ...

The stunning C shaped lounge area and separate feel to the rooms, plus all the luxury fittings and storage, gives this A Class the massive WOW factor!

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato 40 heavy
  • Gearbox: automatic (fitted option)
  • Engine: 178bhp 
  • Designated travelling seats: two
  • Length: 7.83m (25' 8")
  • NCC Approved: No

Carthago liner-for-two I 53 Fiat Technical Information

Carthago chic e-line I 64 XL QB MB

2023 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
A Class over 8 metres

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Carthago chic e-line I 64 XL QB MB has a silver exterior, its habitation door is open showing into the interior, with a step to gain easy access.

Carthago chic e-line I 64 XL QB MB exterior

Carthago chic e-line I 64 XL QB MB has leather upholstery with curved cream overhead lockers with wooden surrounds. There is a large oval table. There is a wooden floor. The kitchen has curved white storage lockers and a full oven.
The Judges' said ...

A serious proposition for those who want to go long-term touring in considerable luxury

Base Vehicle

  • Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
  • Gearbox: automatic (fitted option)
  • Engine: 168bhp 
  • Designated travelling seats: four
  • Length: 8.99m (29' 6")
  • NCC Approved: No

Carthago chic e-line I 64 XL QB MB Technical Information

Carthago c-tourer Mercedes-Benz T 148 LE H Comfort

2022 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Two-Berth Coachbuilt motorhomes

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Coachbuilt exterior, white

Carthago c-tourer Mercedes-Benz T 148 LE H Comfort exterior

Beige/blue upholstery, grey table, cream overhead lockers, plant
The Judges' said ...

Mercedes base vehicle quality and Carthago design is a compelling combination with sky-high desirability

Base Vehicle

  • Mercedes Benz Sprinter
  • Gearbox: 9G-Tronic automatic gearbox (fitted option)
  • Engine: 168bhp (fitted option)
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 7.62m / 25'
  • NCC Approved: No

Carthago c-tourer Mercedes-Benz T 148 LE H Comfort Technical Information

Carthago chic c-line Fiat Ducato I 4.9 LE L

2022 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
A Class 7 - 8 metres

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A Class, white with grey stripe

Carthago chic c-line Fiat Ducato I 4.9 LE L exterior

Cream upholstery, wooden furniture, plant
The Judges' said ...

Cleverly designed washroom with ensuite flexibility plus ability to seal off entirely from rest of the interior - loads of room and direct access to wardrobe

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato
  • Gearbox: 9G-Tronic automatic gearbox (fitted option)
  • Engine: 177bhp 
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 7.77m / 25' 4"
  • NCC Approved: No

Carthago chic c-line Fiat Ducato I 4.9 LE L Technical Information

Carthago chic c-line Mercedes-Benz Sprinter I 6.2 XL QB

2022 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
A Class over 8 metres

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A Class, white with grey stripe, tag axle

Carthago chic c-line Mercedes-Benz Sprinter I 6.2 XL QB exterior

Cream upholstery, cream furniture
The Judges' said ...

Still the ultimate dream machine for 'that' big tour everyone dreams about

Base Vehicle

  • Mercedes Benz Sprinter
  • Gearbox: 9G-Tronic automatic gearbox (fitted option)
  • Engine: 167bhp 
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 8.78m / 28' 8"
  • NCC Approved: No

Carthago chic c-line Mercedes-Benz Sprinter I 6.2 XL QB Technical Information

Carthago compactline I 143 LE Super-Lightweight

2022 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
A Class under 7 metres

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A Class exterior, white, rear garage

Carthago compactline I 143 LE Super-Lightweight exterior

Cream upholstery, wooden furniture, plant
The Judges' said ...

Well built, with a good specification. The garage is the star!

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato
  • Gearbox: manual
  • Engine: 158bhp 
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 6.95m / 22' 8"
  • NCC Approved: No

Carthago compactline I 143 LE Super-Lightweight Technical Information

Carthago c-tourer T 143 LE MB

2021 Motorhome and Campervan Design Award Buyers Guide
4.5 stars
Up to Four Berth Coachbuilts

The Assessors' said ...

Carthago’s design, fit and finish is always a cut above and this is no exception

Base Vehicle

  • Mercedes Benz Sprinter
  • Gearbox: automatic
  • Engine: 168bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 7.06m / 23’ 1”
  • NCC Approved: Applied for

Carthago c-tourer T 143 LE MB Technical Information

Carthago c-tourer T 148 LE H

2021 Motorhome and Campervan Design Award Buyers Guide
4 stars
Up to Six-Berth Coachbuilts

The Assessors' said ...

Carthago design, fit and finish is always a cut above and this is no exception

Base Vehicle

  • Mercedes Benz Sprinter
  • Gearbox: automatic
  • Engine: 170bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4 (a further belted seat is optional)
  • Length: 7.62m / 25’
  • NCC Approved: Applied for

Carthago c-tourer T 148 LE H Technical Information

Carthago c-compactline I 141 LE

2021 Motorhome and Campervan Design Awards Buyers Guide
4.5 stars
A Class under 7 metres

The Assessors' said ...

Beautifully finished and well thought-out A-class with classic Euro four-berth layout with a usable lounge space for multi berth trips

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato 160 HP Engine Euro 6d
  • Gearbox: automatic
  • Engine: 158bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 6.98m / 21’ 8”
  • NCC Approved: Applied for

Carthago c-compactline I 141 LE Technical Information

Carthago c-tourer I 149 LE MB

2021 Motorhome and Campervan Design Awards Buyers Guide
4.5 stars
A Class 7-8 metres

The Assessors' said ...

Great washroom, roomy lounge, proper beds and genuine four-berth usability

Base Vehicle

  • Mercedes Benz Sprinter
  • Gearbox: automatic
  • Engine: 168bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 7.65m / 25’
  • NCC Approved: Applied for

Carthago c-tourer I 149 LE MB Technical Information

Carthago chic e-line I 64 QB XL MB

2021 Motorhome and Campervan Design Awards Buyers Guide
4.5 stars
A Class over 8 metres

The Assessors' said ...

Beautifully finished and the three-part washroom facilities are a nice touch

Base Vehicle

  • Mercedes Benz Sprinter
  • Gearbox: automatic
  • Engine: 168bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 8.99m / 29’ 4”
  • NCC Approved: Applied for

Carthago chic e-line I 64 QB XL MB Technical Information

Carthago chic e-line I 51 QB DA Mercedes-Benz

2020 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Second | A Class over £90,000

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Grey, A Class

Carthago chic e-line I 51 QB DA Mercedes-Benz exterior

Interior, cream sofas, wooden cabinets, skylight

Base Vehicle

  • Mercedes-Benz Sprinter flat frame
  • Gearbox: Automatic
  • Engine: 177bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 7.91m / 25’ 9”

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 5500kg
  • MIRO: 4069kg
  • C1 Licence required

Conversion

  • Price: £155,504
  • Number of berths: 4
  • Bed sizes: 2.0m x 1.45m (6' 5" x 4' 7")
  • Layout: Central kitchen / central washroom / fixed island bed

"Clever touches and bags of wow factor with practicality too"

Judge's comment

Carthago c-tourer T 148 LE H

2020 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Coachbuilts over £75,000

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Coachbuilt, white

Carthago c-tourer T 148 LE H exterior

Interior, grey/cream upholstery, net curtains, grey table

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato flat frame with AL-KO low-frame
  • Gearbox: Automatic
  • Engine: 160bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 7.46m / 24’ 4”

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 4250kg
  • MIRO: 3243kg
  • C1 Licence required

Conversion

  • Price: £91,664
  • Number of berths: 4
  • Bed sizes: 2.05m/1.90m x 0.85m (6' 7"/6' 2" x 2' 7") and 1.89m x 1.10m (6' 2" x 3' 6")
  • Layout: Centre kitchen / centre washroom

"Luxury coachbuilt with all the bells and whistles to make a Euro vacation go smoothly"

Judge's comment

Carthago compactline I138DB 

2019 Motorhome Design Awards
Winner | A Class under £90,000

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato AL-KO low frame light
  • Gearbox: Automatic
  • Engine: 130bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 6.41m / 21’
  • NCC Approved: No

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 3500kg
  • MIRO: 2795kg

Conversion

  • Price: £86,030 (price as judged)
  • Number of berths: 4
  • Bed sizes: 1.96m x 1.47m/1.35m (6' 4" x 4' 8"/4' 4") / 1.80m x 1.60m (5' 9" x 5' 2")
  • Layout: Centre kitchen / centre washroom

Carthago c-tourer T 148 LE H

2019 Motorhome Design Awards
Coachbuilts over £65,000

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato flat frame
  • Gearbox: Automatic
  • Engine: 150bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 7.46m / 24’ 4”
  • NCC Approved: No

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 4250kg
  • MIRO: 2955kg

Conversion

  • Price: £84,980 (price as judged)
  • Number of berths: 4
  • Bed sizes: 2.05m/1.90m x 0.85m (6' 7"/6' 3" x 2' 7") / 1.89m x 1.10m (6' 2" x 3' 6")
  • Layout: Centre kitchen / centre washroom

Carthago liner-for-two I53 (Fiat)

2019 Motorhome Design Awards
A Class over £90,000

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato AL-KO low frame heavy
  • Gearbox: Automatic
  • Engine: 180bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 2
  • Length: 7.83m / 25’ 6”
  • NCC Approved: No

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 4500kg
  • MIRO: 3735kg

Conversion

  • Price: £147,320 (price as judged)
  • Number of berths: 2
  • Bed sizes: 2.0m x 1.76m x 1.12m (6' 5" x 5' 7" x 3' 6")
  • Layout: Centre kitchen / centre washroom

Carthago chic c-line I 5.0 L "Superior"

2018 Motorhome Design Awards
A Class over £90,000

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Carthago chic c-line I 5.0 L "Superior"

Carthago chic c-line I 5.0 L "Superior" exterior

Carthago chic c-line I 5.0 L "Superior"

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato AL-KO special Frame 40 Heavy
  • Gearbox:  Manual
  • Capacity: 2287cc
  • Engine: 150bhp
  • Length: 7.78m / 25’ 2”

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 3800kg
  • MIRO: 3270kg

Conversion

  • Price: £110,065 (price as judged)
  • Number of berths: 4
  • Bed sizes: 1.95m x 1.45m (6’ 4” x 4’ 7”) / 1.95m x 1.60m (6’ 4” x 5’ 1”)
  • Layout: Centre washroom / centre kitchen / fixed bed

"Majors on impressive good looks and has the ultimate in kitchen kit."

Judge's comment

Carthago c-tourer I 144 QB "Lightweight"

2018 Motorhome Design Awards
A Class under £90,000

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Carthago c-tourer I 144 QB "Lightweight" exterior

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato AL-KO Low frame special 35 light
  • Gearbox: Manual
  • Capacity: 2287cc
  • Engine: 150bhp
  • Length: 6.99m / 22’ 9”

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 3500kg
  • MIRO: 2970kg

Conversion

  • Price: £89,365 (price as judged)
  • Number of berths: 4
  • Bed sizes: 1.95m x 1.45m (6’ 4” x 4’ 7”) / 1.95m x 1.60m (6’ 4” x 5’ 1”)
  • Layout: Centre washroom / centre kitchen / fixed bed

"Top end luxury, comfy seats and a massive bed."

Judge's comment

Carthago c-tourer T148 H

2018 Motorhome Design Awards
Coachbuilts over £65,000

Gallery

Carthago c-tourer T148 H exterior

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato Flat Frame 40 Heavy
  • Gearbox: Automatic
  • Capacity: 2287cc
  • Engine: 150bhp
  • Length: 7.46m / 24’ 4”

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 4250kg
  • MIRO: 2975kg

Conversion

  • Price: £81,545 (price as judged)
  • Number of berths: 4
  • Bed sizes: 2.05m/1.90m x 0.82m (6’ 7”/6’ 2” x 2’ 6”) / 1.89m x 1.10m (6’ 2” x 3’ 6”) 
  • Layout: Centre washroom / centre kitchen / fixed bed

"Great kitchen layout and bedroom."

Judge's comment

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