# Everyday Commuter Camper Vans The Westfalia Kepler Five Camper Van Offers Space for Four By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-10-31 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/westfalia-kepler-five References: [newatlas](https://newatlas.com/automotive/westalias-latest-vw-camper-van-works-as-holiday-rv-and-everyday-mpv/) & [westfalia-mobil](https://www.westfalia-mobil.com/en/modelle/kepler/kepler-five_en.php) Camping vans are often associated with being just for use on the weekends and holidays, but the [Westfalia](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ford-transit-custom-nugget) Kepler Five camper van has been designed to change this with a functionality that's perfect for mid-week commuting. The camper van is capable of sleeping up to four people and will provide ample amenities including an impressive kitchen along with ample storage and a [fold-flat rear seat](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyoya-kayoibako). The vehicle also features an external shower for allowing travelers to clean up when parked. The Westfalia Kepler Five camper van starts at €52,900 in France and €53,290 in Germany, and can be upgraded with a number of options including various powertrain choices, 4Motion all-wheel drive, a locking differential and much more to suit avid drivers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Mid-week Commuter Camper Vans:** Camper vans designed for daily use in addition to traditional weekend getaways open opportunities for innovative workspace and mobility solutions. - **Expandable Compact Camper Vans:** Camper vans designed to accommodate more people by expanding interior space and adding more amenities bring new ideas for family travel and large scale event planning. - **Eco-friendly Camper Vans:** Camper vans designed with eco-friendly features such as solar panels, composting toilets, and water filtration systems offer innovative solutions to minimize the environmental impact of travel. ### Who This Affects Most - **Automotive:** Automakers can consider developing affordable and fuel-efficient mid-size camper vans to cater to the growing demand for eco-friendly transportation and micro-adventures. - **Travel and Tourism:** The camper van trend can disrupt the traditional travel and tourism industry by offering alternative and customizable accommodations for active and adventurous travelers. - **Real Estate:** The real estate industry can look into innovative solutions for flexible housing by converting unused parking lots into micro-communities for daily commuter camper van dwellers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Family-Friendly Camper Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/familyfriendly-camper-van.md) - [Pop-Up Multi-Room Camper Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunlight-vanlife-camper-van.md) - [Flexible Layout Camper Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weinsberg-caralife.md) - [Cubic Convertible Camping Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adria-mode.md) - [Utility-Friendly Camper Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orion-365.md) - [Backcountry 4x4 Camping Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/storyteller-crew-mode-camper-van.md) - [Beach-Ready Camping Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beachy-van-540.md) - [Transforming Weekend Camper Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beauer-xvan.md) - [Transforming Off-Grid Camper Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vanspeed-evergreen-dream-2.md)