Bivy Classic XL with poptop

Bivy XL Comparison

170” long wheelbase • Poptop • AWD • Seats 4 • Three distinct builds.

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Bivy XL Models

Bivy Classic XL
$153,700
  • ✓ New Sprinter 170 – Long Wheelbase, 23.6ft (AWD)
  • ✓ Pop-top roof for additional sleeping & ventilation
  • ✓ AWD for all-season, off-road confidence
  • ✓ Seats 4
  • ✓ Full 60” Galley with fridge, sink & induction cooking
  • ✓ 5kWh Off-Grid Power System with solar & alternator charging
  • ✓ Vent Fan (heater & AC upgrades available)
  • ✓ MBUX Infotainment with navigation & smartphone integration
  • ✓ 360° Camera + Blind Spot Assist for easy driving
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Bivy Plus XL
$180,845
Includes everything in Bivy Classic XL, plus:
  • ✓ Premium 10kWh off-grid power system with solar & alternator charging
  • ✓ Diesel cabin heater
  • ✓ Exterior shower with curtain + electric water heater
  • ✓ Laveo dry flush toilet — no hookups ever required
  • ✓ Driver-side swivel seat
  • ✓ Fiamma awning + window covers standard
  • ✓ Upgraded wheels & all-terrain tires (set of 4)
  • ✓ Running boards / side steps
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Bivy Deluxe XL
$227,570
Includes everything in Bivy Plus XL, plus:
  • ✓ 15kWh lithium power system (solar, ship-to-shore & alternator charging)
  • ✓ Air conditioning (9.9 kBTU)
  • ✓ Rixen Hydronic Space/Water Heater
  • ✓ Bench shower system with 16-gal undermounted gray water tank
  • ✓ Secondary alternator
  • ✓ Roof rack, ladder & tire carrier
  • ✓ Van Compass 4.3 suspension upgrade
  • ✓ Front bumper + fixed glass rear door windows
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Bivy XL Comparison

Bivy model configurations comparison
Features Bivy Classic XL Bivy Plus XL Bivy Deluxe XL
Choose your Bivy Model
Starting Point
Starting price $153,700 $180,845 $227,570
Build basis New Sprinter 170 AWD, 23.6 ft wheelbase — all features included Everything in Classic + premium features listed below Includes everything in Bivy Plus XL, plus:
Wheelbase 170” (23.6 ft) 170” (23.6 ft) 170” (23.6 ft)
AWD ✓ ✓ ✓
Best for Weekend Travel Off-Grid Travel Full-Time Luxury
Seating & Sleeping
Pop-top roof ✓ ✓ ✓
Seats (total) ✓ ✓ ✓
Passenger captain swivel seat✓✓✓
Driver-side swivel seat—✓✓
Near-queen bed (extendable to near-king, removable)✓✓✓
Custom-cut memory foam mattress✓✓✓
Bench cushion✓✓✓
Bamboo bed panel upgrade—✓✓
Kitchen & Galley
Hand-crafted bamboo countertop✓✓✓
100” split galley with sink & faucet✓✓✓
80L refrigerator✓✓✓
Stowable induction cooktop✓✓✓
Marine table with mount✓✓✓
Upgraded cabinet door colors——✓
Water Systems
20 gallons fresh water✓✓✓
5-gallon gray water tank (under sink)✓✓✓
Wheel well utility boxes✓✓✓
Rear spray port✓✓✓
Exterior shower with curtain—✓✓
Electric water heater—✓—
Bench shower system (undermounted gray tank, faucet, shower curtain)——✓
16-gal gray water tank (under van)——✓
Bathroom
Passenger-side storage bench (toilet/shower ready)✓✓✓
Laveo dry flush toilet—✓✓
Storage & Interior
Full-length upper cabinet (driver side)✓✓✓
Upholstered walls with cedar ceiling✓✓✓
Coin-dot flooring✓✓✓
Headliner storage shelf—✓✓
Slide-out tray in the garage——✓
Climate Control
4-season insulation (Havelock wool)✓✓✓
Ceiling vent fan✓✓✓
Bed fan✓✓✓
Diesel cabin heater—✓—
Rixen Hydronic Space/Water Heater——✓
Air conditioner (9.9 kBTU)——✓
Ambient lighting——✓
Electrical
Lithium electrical system 5 kWh✓ 10 kWh✓ 15 kWh✓
Lighting package✓✓✓
Outlet package (USB, 12V, 110V)✓✓✓
Garage lighting—✓✓
Secondary alternator——✓
Windows & Exterior
Screened galley awning window✓✓✓
Slider-style bunk windows (both sides)✓✓✓
Window covers—✓✓
Fixed glass sliding door window—✓✓
Fiamma awning—✓✓
Running boards / side steps—✓✓
Upgraded wheels & tires (set of 4)—✓✓
Fixed glass rear door windows——✓
Roof rack——✓
Ladder & tire carrier——✓
Van Compass 4.3 suspension upgrade——✓
Front bumper——✓

These are our recommended configurations. Every feature can be added, removed, or customized. Pricing varies based on your specific build and current material costs—reach out to discuss your needs.

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$153,700 Bivy Classic XL Model Shop Bivy XL Classic →
Seating & Sleeping
✓Pop-top roof
✓Seats 4
✓170” long wheelbase (23.6 ft)
✓Passenger captain swivel seat
✓Near-queen bed (extendable to near-king, removable)
✓Custom-cut memory foam mattress
✓Bench cushion
Kitchen & Galley
✓Hand-crafted bamboo countertop
✓100" split galley with sink & faucet
✓80L refrigerator
✓Stowable induction cooktop
✓Marine table with mount
Water Systems
✓20 gallons fresh water
✓5-gallon gray water tank (under sink)
✓Wheel well utility boxes (water + electrical)
Bathroom
✓Passenger-side storage bench (toilet/shower ready)
Storage & Interior
✓Full-length upper cabinet (driver side)
✓Upholstered walls with cedar ceiling
✓Coin-dot flooring
Climate Control
✓4-season insulation (Havelock wool)
✓Ceiling vent fan
✓Bed fan
Electrical
✓5kWh lithium electrical system
✓Lighting package
✓Outlet package (USB, 12V, 110V)
Windows & Exterior
✓AWD (all-wheel drive)
✓Screened galley awning window
✓Slider-style bunk windows (both sides)
$180,845 Bivy Plus XL Model Shop Bivy XL Plus →
Upgrades from Classic
✓Premium 10kWh off-grid power system
✓Diesel cabin heater
✓Exterior shower with curtain + electric water heater
✓Laveo dry flush toilet
✓Driver-side swivel seat
✓Fiamma awning + window covers
✓Upgraded wheels & all-terrain tires (set of 4)
✓Running boards / side steps
✓Fixed glass sliding door window
✓Headliner storage shelf + bamboo bed panel upgrade + garage lighting
$227,570 Bivy Deluxe XL Model Shop Bivy XL Deluxe →
Upgrades from Plus
✓15kWh lithium power system (solar, ship-to-shore & alternator charging)
✓Air conditioning (9.9 kBTU)
✓Bench shower system (undermounted gray tank, faucet, shower curtain)
✓16-gal gray water tank (under van)
✓Rixen Hydronic Space/Water Heater
✓Secondary alternator
✓Roof rack
✓Ladder & tire carrier
✓Van Compass 4.3 suspension upgrade
✓Front bumper
✓Fixed glass rear door windows
✓Upgraded cabinet door colors
✓Slide-out tray in the garage
✓Ambient lighting
All Bivy Plus XL Features Included
✓Passenger captain swivel seat + driver swivel seat
✓Near-queen bed (extendable to near-king, removable)
✓Custom-cut memory foam mattress + bamboo bed panel
✓Bench cushion
✓Rear spray port
✓Hand-crafted bamboo countertop
✓100” split galley with sink & faucet
✓80L refrigerator
✓Stowable induction cooktop
✓Marine table with mount
✓20 gallons fresh water
✓5-gallon gray water tank (under sink)
✓Wheel well utility boxes (water + electrical)
✓Exterior shower with curtain
✓Passenger-side storage bench (toilet/shower ready)
✓Laveo dry flush toilet
✓Full-length upper cabinet (driver side)
✓Upholstered walls with cedar ceiling
✓Coin-dot flooring
✓Headliner storage shelf
✓4-season insulation (Havelock wool)
✓Ceiling vent fan
✓Bed fan
✓Lighting package
✓Outlet package (USB, 12V, 110V)
✓Garage lighting
✓Screened galley awning window
✓Slider-style bunk windows (both sides)
✓Window covers
✓Fixed glass sliding door window
✓Fiamma awning
✓Running boards / side steps
✓Upgraded wheels & tires (set of 4)

Bivy XL Ownership Experience Comparison

How each Bivy XL trim shapes the way you actually live and travel in your van.

Bivy XL ownership experience comparison
Ownership Experience Bivy XL Classic Bivy XL Plus Bivy XL Deluxe
Comfort Level Essential comforts Upgraded convenience Premium luxury comfort
Off-Grid Capability Basic Enhanced Advanced
Power System Standard lithium setup Expanded battery capacity High-capacity off-grid power
Remote Work Friendly Limited Moderate Ideal for remote work
Storage Space Standard storage Increased gear storage Maximum storage optimization
Climate Control Ventilation focused Improved climate options Advanced heating & cooling
Travel Style Simple road trips Adventure-focused travel Long-term luxury travel
Off-Road Capability Basic Enhanced Advanced

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about the Bivy XL Classic, Plus, and Deluxe.

The Bivy Classic is designed for travelers seeking a streamlined camper van experience with essential van life features and efficient functionality. The Bivy Plus adds upgraded off-grid systems, expanded utility features, and enhanced comfort for longer adventures and remote travel.
The Bivy Deluxe is the best option for full-time van life thanks to its premium comfort features, expanded off-grid capability, luxury interior upgrades, and enhanced climate control options designed for long-term travel.
The Bivy Deluxe offers air conditioning availability as part of its premium comfort and climate management setup, making it better suited for warm-weather travel and extended off-grid stays.
The Bivy Plus and Bivy Deluxe are best for off-grid camping because they offer upgraded lithium power systems, solar charging capability, and enhanced electrical setups designed for remote travel.
The Bivy XL is primarily designed for couples and two-person travel, but certain configurations and optional sleeping arrangements may accommodate additional sleeping flexibility depending on the layout selected.
The Bivy XL camper van is built on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter platform, offering available AWD capability, advanced driving technology, and a strong foundation for luxury off-grid camper van conversions.

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