

The Alto’s spec includes a Dometic 80-litre fridge, microwave, two-burner hob and a combination oven and grill. The rear doors open up to allow good access for loading and unloading and to the storage space beneath the fixed bed, which can also be accessed from inside by lifting the bed base. The main service points are positioned on the offside of the Alto, although the waste-water drain outlet is located near the habitation door. The engine is a 2.2-litre, 130bhp unit, which is both economical and perky and, with its six-speed gearbox, makes for an easy drive. Finished in silver, with bold graphics and alloy wheels, the Alto is a smart-looking motorhome. We took a look at the improved fixed-bed Alto layout, which is based on the latest Peugeot Boxer cab with its smart daytime running LED lights.Īs with all Autocruise models, you can choose to have a Fiat cab instead of the Peugeot Boxer to have Comfortmatic transmission (not available on the Boxer). The manufacturer has a reputation for building quality motorhomes, and the overall finish of all Autocruises is hard to fault. With six different Autocruise models available, the brand offers a good choice within Swift’s portfolio.

Here the workforce has been kept busy as demand for Swift Group motorhomes has been growing. Like all Swift motorhomes, the Alto is built at the Autocruise factory at Mexborough. The Alto is one such vehicle – in this case designed for three people, but in reality most likely to be used as a couple’s ’van. Following its takeover by Group in 2007, ceased building coachbuilt motorhomes and instead focused on panel van conversions.
