Burstner has secured yet another major award at this year’s Practical Motorhome Awards, with the Habition HMX 6.0 taking the top spot for ‘Best 2-Berth Campervan with Shower and Toilet’. It’s a strong endorsement for a campervan that blends clever design with everyday usability, all within a compact Mercedes-based platform.
Why the Habiton HMX 6.0 Won
The judging panel at Practical Motorhome selected the Habiton as their standout choice thanks to its smart, flexible interior design. In their words, they were particularly impressed by “the clever design it provides, with the option of packing away certain parts when they’re not in use.”
This focus on adaptability is what sets the Habiton apart in a competitive compact campervan market.
A Compact Mercedes Campervan with Big Ideas
The Habiton HMX 6.0 is built on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and forms part of Burstner’s 2026 season launch. At under six metres long, it’s designed to be easy to drive, park, and live with day-to-day, while still offering the features buyers expect from a premium two-berth campervan.
Despite its compact size, it manages to include:
- Two full-length single beds
- An optional pop-up roof for up to four berths
- A patented movable wet room
- A generous half dinette
More Space Through Smart Design
One of the Habiton’s most distinctive features is its patented sliding wet room. During the day, the bathroom moves to create extra lounge space. In the evening, it slides back to allow the single beds to be fully unfolded. This simple but effective solution gives the Habiton a level of flexibility that’s rarely seen in campervans of this size.
The half dinette includes swivel cab seats, helping to create an open and social living area, even within such a compact footprint.
Practical Kitchen for Touring and Everyday Use
The kitchen has been carefully laid out to remain usable both inside and outside the vehicle. It includes:
- A sink
- A gas hob
- A compressor refrigerator
This makes it ideal for roadside stops, campsite cooking, or everyday use when you’re not touring.
Designed for Versatile Travel
Whether used as a two-berth campervan or as a compact four-berth with the pop-up roof option, the Habiton is built around versatility. Fold-away beds, the sliding bathroom, and the adaptable seating layout all contribute to a surprisingly open feel for a campervan under six metres.
Buyers can also choose from a selection of decor and upholstery options, making it easy to tailor the interior while keeping production quality and affordability consistent.
Engineering Challenges Turned into Strengths
According to Burstner’s Director of Operations & Production, Felix Sturm, combining the Mercedes chassis with the patented sliding bathroom was one of the biggest technical challenges. The aim was to create a vehicle that could provide genuine comfort for up to four people in under six metres – something he notes does not currently exist elsewhere in the market.
The success of that goal is now backed up by industry recognition.
Where the Habiton Sits in the Burstner Range
The Habiton expands Burstner’s Mercedes campervan offering in the mid-price segment. While the Signature range is aimed at buyers focused on high-end comfort under 3.5 tonnes, the Habiton is targeted at mobile, active travellers who want a premium compact campervan without sacrificing living comfort.
What This Award Means for UK Buyers
Winning a Practical Motorhome Award is a clear signal to UK customers that a vehicle stands out for genuine innovation and real-world usability. For buyers looking for a compact Mercedes campervan with proper beds, shower, and toilet, the Habiton HMX 6.0 now has industry recognition to match its thoughtful design.
At Southdowns Motorhomes, we look forward to welcoming the Habiton to the UK market and introducing this award-winning campervan to customers seeking a compact but highly capable touring companion.
Burstner Habiton Campervan FAQ’s
The Burstner Habiton HMX 6.0 won ‘Best 2-Berth Campervan with Shower and Toilet’ at this year’s Practical Motorhome Awards.
The Practical Motorhome judging team highlighted its clever, space-saving design, particularly the ability to pack away key living elements when not in use.
The Habiton HMX 6.0 is built on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, combining premium driving comfort with a compact campervan layout.
The Habiton is under 6 metres long, making it easy to handle on the road while still offering a full campervan living setup.
Yes. It features a patented movable wet room that slides during the day to increase lounge space, then moves back in the evening for full washroom access.
As standard, the Habiton provides two true single longitudinal beds. With the optional pop-up roof, it can sleep up to four people.
The kitchen includes a sink, gas hob and compressor fridge, and remains accessible from outside, making it practical for everyday use as well as touring.
The Habiton is aimed at mobile, active travellers who want a compact Mercedes-based campervan without compromising on comfort or features.
Yes. A range of decor and upholstery options allow buyers to tailor the interior while keeping build quality and pricing consistent.
The Habiton expands Bürstner’s Mercedes campervan line in the mid-price segment, sitting below the Signature range and focusing on compact, everyday usability.
The Habiton forms part of Burstner’s 2026 season launch, with UK display models expected to follow manufacturer release schedules. At Southdowns Motorhomes, we’re expecting our first model to arrive around February 2026.
Written by the Southdowns Motorhomes team. With decades of experience supplying premium motorhomes to UK and European customers, our team understands what makes a vehicle suitable for serious touring.
