The WildAx Meteor is the West Yorkshire-based company’s first foray into converting a standard Ford Transit, with the converter having already launched vehicles on the Transit Custom, both of which are two popular vans for a camper conversion.

As a brand-new model, the two-berth comes fitted with the new Transit cab, complete with the dial for gears. Just above is a display screen, with DAB radio and Bluetooth connections, as well as a reversing camera.

You also get cab air conditioning, ESC, cruise control, a leather steering wheel and gear knob, smart alloys and a metallic exterior finish.

The lounge in the WildAx Meteor

The best campervans will not just offer plenty of kit, though – another feature will be providing a comfortable driving experience. Here, even with the washroom just behind the driving seat, I found there was plenty of legroom when driving. And unlike some campervans with a forward kitchen and washroom layout, both of the cab seats swivel, a useful touch, I think.

The cab seats swivel around

The kitchen extension could make a resting place for a cuppa. I thought you could even set up a small office here, with the extension as a desk, using USBs in the cab and a nearby mains socket. This area is well lit, too, with two LEDs in the centre and push-on lights next to both of the cab seats.

WildAx has updated its upholstery this year and I found the new colour scheme eye-catching in the Meteor, coming in russet red and blue alongside off-white.

The lounge is comfortable, with four scatter cushions. There are also two spotlights here, each with a USB port, alongside a Heki in the roof. I like that you get a handy slot for magazines, and sockets for a television in the corner, ideal if you have the best 12V smart TV for a motorhome.

The lounge in the Meteor

There are two small pedestal tables, but for two of you, you might prefer to use just one. Tabletops and legs are stored in a wardrobe under the fridge.

The kitchen in the WildAx Meteor

My test model had the optional Volt pack, making the ’van gas-free. The main difference is in the kitchen, where you get a two-zone induction hob and a microwave.

The kitchen worksurface extension pretty much blocks off the door, but there are two other extensions here: one at the end of the kitchen unit, with spice shelves nearby, and another you pull out from beneath the fridge.

Extension flaps on the work surface and underneath the fridge

So many extensions are impressive for a campervan, and their position means the chef can call on a helper, who shouldn’t get in the way. They shouldn’t be disturbed by anyone coming out of the washroom, either, because it has a tambour door.

The washroom in the Meteor

Although it only has one drainhole, the shower tray is very deep. The tap on the basin doubles as the showerhead, which you have to stretch over the toilet to hook up. But there’s plenty of headroom, you get a roof vent, and the room is well lit.

Sleeping in the WildAx Meteor

I found the settees easily converted into single beds. The one on the offside is slightly longer and, unusually, slightly wider.

Making up the double bed in the WildAx Meteor
The process of putting the WildAx Meteor’s double bed together

You don’t make the double bed with pull-out slats, which can jam, or platforms, which can make accessing the underseat area hard work. Instead, you take two sets of slats from slots under the base cushion of the offside settee. The lower half of each backrest goes on top. It’s only the lower half, so you get a ready-made headboard. If you’re after tips on how to improve the sleeping experience in your ‘van, don’t miss my guide on how to make a camper van bed more comfortable, either.

Storage in the WildAx Meteor

Here you get three overhead lockers down each side, plus one at the back. WildAx’s upgrade includes replacing its signature tambour locker doors with the solid variety.

The open shelving
You also get three sets of open shelving and a handy slot for stowing magazines

The two underseat areas are accessed by lifting the base cushions, but the rear two-thirds of each are clear, and accessible from outside. They would be that way even without the Volt pack, as the gas bottle goes in the kitchen.

Although this means losing a shelved cupboard in the kitchen, it shouldn’t be too much of a compromise, as there is a drawer under the microwave, as well as a handy pull-out shelf, a large overhead locker and three sets of spice shelves. There is also a small locker high above the fridge.

The washroom has two overhead lockers, open shelving and a cupboard behind one of the mirrors. There is a lit cubbyhole above each of the cab doors.

Alternatives to consider

The 2024 Bailey Endeavour B62 is a Ford Transit-based option which provides a well-designed washroom and a good spec, including an awning and a reversing camera. The 2024 Benimar Benivan 161 could be a choice for those who want a Fiat Ducato-based option – it also comes with fixed single beds and a washroom that impressed our reviewer when he saw it.

Technical specification of the WildAx Meteor

  • Price: £69,995
  • Sleeps: 2
  • Belts: 2
  • Base vehicle: Ford Transit
  • Engine: 2.2-litre, 130bhp
  • Length/width/height: 5.98/2.05/2.80m (19’6”/6’7”/9’2”)
  • MTPLM: 3500kg
  • MiRO: 2950kg
  • Payload: 550kg
  • Water (fresh/waste): 100/80 litres
  • Leisure battery: 100Ah lithium
  • Gas: 1 x 6kg
  • Web: wildaxmotorhomes.com

For those who enjoy touring in colder weather, be sure to take a look at how to keep a campervan warm in winter to see our top tips for beating the chill.

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