Buying your first motorhome is a big step—exciting, a little overwhelming, and full of possibilities. With so many choices, how do you find the right motorhome for you? First of all, you are in the right place to help you decide because Roberts RV World have been selling Australian made motorhomes since 1968 so we have some experience with helping people to make the right choice. For your first motorhome or camper van, most people are seeking something easy to drive, comfortable to live in, and smartly built to give you a clever space with everything you need for extended travel (or even full time retirement) on the road.

At Roberts RV World, we know first-time RV buyers have different needs, but time and again, we find we are seeing two standout options float to the top of a first motorhome buyers list. These two choices are the Avida Esperance and the Avida Diversion LX. The Avida Diversion LX recently made it’s return to our motorhome line up in an all new and updated model that is seriously impressive. LX stands for LUXURY and the Diversion LX is now joined by highly compelling 4x4 camper van option too… but more about that later!

Avida Esperance – Luxury and Space Without the Stress

The Avida Esperance is a motorhome that always feels like home the moment you step inside? This motorhome delivers comfort, space, and a welcoming feeling that is hard to describe. The Esperance has all the essentials for extended travel and a tonne of standard options included including enough solar and battery storage to give you extended time off the grid and even a tow bar so you can take the boat with you! The Esperance is built on the reliable Iveco Daily 50C chassis with a smooth, powerful drive. It’s easy to get used to the elevated driving position and even if you’ve never driven anything larger than a car, the Esperance inspires confidence on the road.

Why We Love to Recommend the Avida Esperance:

• Our top selling new Avida RV motorhome!

• Spacious Living with a Slide-Out – One of the largest in Australia, creating an open-plan feel.

• Fully Equipped Kitchen & Bathroom – Full-size fridge, washer/dryer, and everything you need.

• Off-Grid Ready – Solar power, dual fresh water tanks, and a diesel heater for self-sufficient travel.

• Luxury Sleeping – A queen-size island bed for ultimate comfort.

• Stress-Free Driving – 8-speed automatic transmission, adaptive cruise control, and a rear-view camera.

For first-time buyers who want long-term travel comfort or even full-time RV living, the Esperance is a dream on wheels.

Avida Diversion LX – A Compact Campervan for Easy Travel

If the idea of driving a full-size motorhome makes you a little nervous or the budget is more modest, the Avida Diversion LX camper van is such a wonderful option to consider. The Avida Diversion LX, built on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter chassis, drives like a high riding car giving you a great view plus all the essentials for smart travel on the road.

The Avida Diversion LX is now joined by the Avida LX 4x4 (also on the Mercedes base) which is kind of a rugged off-road version of the Diversion with some similarities but the Avida LX 4x4 is actually in a class of it’s own and deserves it’s own write up. What we will say here is when we recommend the Avida Diversion LX, if the customer expresses interest in hitting some of the backroads or even proper 4x4 country, we now have a 4x4 motorhome we can recommend!

Why First-Time Buyers Love the Avida Diversion LX:

• Compact & Easy to Drive – No wider than the standard Mercedes van in this class of vehicles, making parking and driving simple and easy.

• Fully Self-Contained – Includes a kitchen, BRAND NEW STYLISH bathroom, and intelligent sleeping area in a compact footprint.

• Luxury Interior – Premium finishes, leather seating, and modern styling….it’s an Avida Diversion LX after all!

• Daily Use Friendly – Some owners even replace their second car with the Diversion LX.

• Go Anywhere, Anytime – This compact camper van is perfect for weekend getaways and spontaneous trips.

If you want a versatile, easy-to-drive motorhome without the bulk of a full-size RV, the Diversion is a fantastic choice and the newly updated model is now available for order with June 2025 delivery with more gear as standard, more colour choices, a fantastic new bathroom with window (as first seen on the Avida Trek Campervan) AND our 60th Anniversary bonuses on all new Avida RV motorhomes during the celebrations.

• 60 Months Factory Warranty

• 60 Months Structural Warranty

• 60 Months Chassis Warranty

• 60 Months Roadside Assist

• 60 Months Capped Price Servicing

This is a strictly limited offer during their Avida RV 60 Year Anniversary celebration so if you have visited the dealership and viewed our demonstrator Diversion and the viewed the new updates and loved them, order now for June delivery!

Which One is Right for You?

One of the fun things about buying the motorhome is weighing up one model vs another. A lot of people think it comes down to price but that’s not quite true. You get to a certain point in life when you would rather spend what is needed to get the outcome you desire which is why even though these two motorhomes are quite differently priced (the Diversion is quite a bit cheaper), this is more a discussion about the style of motorhome or camper van for a first-time motorhome buyer to help you think about these different spaces and how you might enjoy them.

If what you are seeking is a versatile, easy-to-drive motorhome without the bulk of a full-size RV, the Diversion is a fantastic option but you don’t need to decide now. Come and visit our Avida Dealership here in Melbourne and view both motorhomes side by side in our fully undercover 1 acre showroom! We realise buying a motorhome is a process and wherever you are in the buying journey, we welcome your visit and this is a sales tactic free zone where you can feel at ease, even if you are just browsing.

So…. Avida Esperance vs All new Avida Diversion LX? These are two very different motorhome / camper vans and we enjoyed creating a suggestive list on why you might prefer one over the other…

🚐 Choose the Avida Esperance if…

✔️ You want a fully self-contained motorhome with plenty of space.

✔️ You’re planning extended travel or full-time RV living.

✔️ Comfort and storage are your top priorities.

🚐 Choose the ALL NEW Avida Diversion LX if…

✔️ You want something smaller and easy to drive.

✔️ You prefer weekend getaways over long-term travel.

✔️ You need a camper van that can potentially double as a second car.

On Sale Now at Roberts RV World

No pressure but if you are ready to buy, we are having a sale? We have a brand-new Avida Esperance un-driven demonstrator model and one remaining Avida Diversion demo models ready for viewing, test drives and special clearance prices for serious buyers looking for the best possible deal on a new Avida motorhome right now.

📍 Visit us at our massive 1-acre indoor showroom in Melbourne.

📞 Call now to book a viewing before they’re gone.

🚐 Your Motorhome adventure starts here at Roberts RV World – Avida Melbourne.