Luxury motorhome, valued at £1.3 million, earns top design accolade
The Brabus Big Boy 1200, a groundbreaking motorhome, has made waves in the world of luxury vehicles. This 12-meter (39 feet) long vehicle, converted by STX Motorhomes and based on the Mercedes Actros, has been turning heads with its unique blend of supercar-level performance and five-star hotel suite opulence.
The Big Boy 1200 stretches nearly 4.5 meters (15 feet) wide when its powered slide-outs are extended, creating over 30 square meters (323 square feet) of luxurious living space. This expansive area houses a master suite, a fully equipped modern kitchen, a luxurious bathroom, and a central living area, all adorned with premium materials such as fine leather, Alcantara, and carbon fiber.
Two major powertrain variants are available for the Big Boy 1200. The first is a Brabus-tuned 6.0L twin-turbo V12 engine producing 1,200 horsepower and over 1,500 Nm of torque, enabling a sub-5-second 0–100 km/h (62 mph) sprint—unprecedented for a motorhome. The second option is a 12.8-litre six-cylinder turbodiesel hybrid engine, delivering 390 kW (530 hp, 523 bhp) with a massive 2,600 Nm of torque. Both variants feature adaptive air suspension, carbon-ceramic brakes, and torque-vectoring all-wheel drive for superior handling and safety.
The Big Boy 1200's interior is a five-star suite on wheels. The rear bedroom boasts a king-sized memory foam bed with a massage function, high-end wood finishes, ambient lighting (including a starlight roof), privacy glass with electrochromic tint, and extensive concealed storage. The living area is equipped with dual 43-inch 4K TVs, a PlayStation 5, a high-end audio system, Starlink satellite internet, and an onboard Wi-Fi router for seamless connectivity.
Other notable features include automated climate control, 360° camera surveillance, and smart home-style automation for comfort and security. Energy needs are catered to with eight solar panels, a large storage battery, and a generator, ensuring off-grid energy reliability.
The Brabus Big Boy 1200, with its award-winning design (having recently won the “Red Dot: Best of the Best 2025”), extreme power, lavish interiors, advanced connectivity, and technology, is not just a standout among RVs, but in the world of luxury vehicles as a whole. However, it will not be on display at the next two shows due to the Camping & Caravanning Club's decision to pause its attendance.
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- For those seeking a luxurious camping experience, the Brabus Big Boy 1200, with its five-star suite interior and advanced features, offers an excellent RV option for travel.
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- Home and garden enthusiasts might appreciate the adaptive air suspension, 360° camera surveillance, smart home-style automation, and energy systems of the Big Boy 1200, contributing to a comfortable and eco-friendly lifestyle.
- Covering 323 square feet of luxurious living space, the Brabus Big Boy 1200 is not just groundbreaking in the RV world but also in luxury vehicles, showcasing unprecedented power, opulent interiors, and advanced technology.
