Laika

Laika

Pictured Laika Ecovip L4012 DS

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Laika was founded by Giovambattista Moscardini in 1964.  He named his new company after the first dog to be sent to space and also incorporated the greyhound into their logo.  Their first caravan was produced in 1964, the ‘Laika 500’, a very innovative product as the upper part of the caravan had a telescopic mechanism which meant it could be lowered while driving. This ensured better aerodynamics and that it could even be towed by a Fiat 500!  The first Laika motorhome, the ‘Motorpolo’ was produced in 1974.  Today Laika motorhomes are produced in San Casciano in Val di Pesa, the Chianti region of Italy.  Laika joined the Erwin Hymer Group in 2000.

 

Laika Kosmo 5.4

2021 Motorhome and Campervan Design Awards Buyers Guide
4.5 stars
Van Conversions under 6 metres

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato 33 Light
  • Gearbox: manual 
  • Engine: 120bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 5.41m / 17’ 7”
  • NCC Approved: Yes

Weights

  • Maximum weight 3300kg 
  • B Licence compatible

Conversion

  • Price from £40,905
  • Number of berths: 2
  • Bed sizes: 1.95m x 1.33m (6' 39" x 4' 3")
  • Layout: Central kitchen / central washroom / fixed rear bed 
  • Fridge size: 90 litres
  • ISOfix points: none

"Styling makes a change from more mainstream brands"

Assessors comment

Laika Kosmo 6.4

2021 Motorhome and Campervan Design Awards Buyers Guide
4.5 stars
Fixed roof Van Conversions over 6 metres

Gallery

Laika Kosmo 6.4 interior

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato 35 Light
  • Gearbox: manual 
  • Engine: 120bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 6.36m / 20’ 8” 
  • NCC Approved: Yes

Weights

  • Maximum weight 3500kg 
  • B Licence compatible

Conversion

  • Price from £43,605
  • Number of berths: 2
  • Bed sizes: 1.95m /1.88m × 1.85m (6' 39"/6' 2" x 6')
  • Layout: Central kitchen / central washroom / fixed rear bed 
  • Fridge size: 90 litres
  • ISOfix points: two

"A distinctive approach to design and interior feels more expensive than pricing suggests"

Assessors comment

Laika Ecovip L4012 DS

2021 Motorhome and Campervan Design Awards Buyers Guide
4 stars
Up to Four Berth Coachbuilts

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato 33 Light
  • Gearbox: manual
  • Engine: 120bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 7.40m / 24’ 2”
  • NCC Approved: Yes

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 3500kg
  • B Licence compatible

Conversion

  • Layout: Central kitchen / central washroom / fixed rear island bed
  • Number of berths: 4
  • Bed sizes: Optional 1.9m x 1.5m (6' 2" x 4' 9"), fixed rear island bed 1.86m × 1.39m
    (6' 1" x 4' 5")
  • Fridge size: 153 litres
  • Garage: Yes
  • ISOfix points fitted: none

Price

  • Price from £77,022
  • Price as entered £78,398

"This is very elegant in design with lovely curves - everything you would expect from its Italian origins!"

Assessors comment

Laika Kreos 7012

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

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato 43 Heavy AL-KO
  • Gearbox: manual
  • Engine: 140bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 7.96m / 26’ 1”
  • NCC Approved: Yes

Weights

  • Maximum weight 4250kg requires a C1 Licence
  • Upgrade to 4500kg requires a C1 Licence

Conversion

  • Price as entered £111,680
  • Number of berths: 4
  • Bed sizes: fixed island bed 2m x 1.60m (6' 5" x 5' 2"), drop down bed 1.9m x 1.6m
    (6' 2" x 5' 2")
  • Layout: Central kitchen / central washroom / fixed rear island bed / drop down front bed
  • Fridge size: 160 litres
  • Garage: Yes
  • ISOfix points: none

"Bathroom converts to a bedroom/ensuite. Very clever. Lovely island bed. Overall genuine luxury A-Class feel"

Assessors comment

Laika Ecovip H3109

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

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato 35 Light
  • Gearbox: manual
  • Engine: 120bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 6.99m / 22’ 9”
  • NCC Approved: Yes

Weights

  • 3500kg is B Licence compatible
  • Upgrade to 3650kg requires a C1 Licence
  • Upgrade to 4250kg requires a C1 Licence

Conversion

  • Price as entered £88,822
  • Number of berths: 4
  • Bed sizes: fixed rear single beds 1.97m x 0.82m (6' 4" x 2' 6") and 1.92m x 0.82m
    (6' 2" x 2' 6") / 1.9m x 1.45m (6' 2" x 4' 7")
  • Layout: Central kitchen / central washroom / fixed rear single beds
  • Fridge size: 140 litres
  • Garage: Yes
  • ISOfix points: none

"Designer interior is attractive and there's a usable lounge for four people on board"

Assessors comment

Laika Kosmo 512

2021 Motorhome and Campervan Design Awards Buyers Guide
3.5 stars
Up to Six Berth Coachbuilts

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato 35 Light
  • Gearbox: manual
  • Engine: 120bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 7.41m / 24’ 3” 
  • NCC Approved: Yes

Weights

  • 3500kg B Licence compatible
  • Upgrade to 3650kg requires a C1 Licence

Conversion

  • Layout: Central kitchen / central washroom / fixed rear island bed
  • Number of berths: 5
  • Bed sizes: 2m × 1.15m (6' 5" x 3' 7")  (dinette) / fixed island bed 1.9m x 1.48m
    (6' 2" x 4' 8") / 2m x 1.4m (6' 5" x 4' 6) 
  • Fridge size: 140 litres
  • Garage: Yes
  • ISOfix points: none

Price

  • Price from £53,805
  • Price as entered, £55,491

"Super storage and garage"

Assessors comment