American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) has partnered with Europe’s Bliss Mobil to design an all-new adventure vehicle, the AEV Bliss Mobil Prospector XL, the companies announced.
The overlanding rig features Bliss Mobil’s 13-foot-high bed cabin built onto the back of the off-road ready truck from AEV.
“The partnership between AEV and Bliss Mobil on this project couldn’t have made more sense in that the DNA of our brands corresponds incredibly well,” said AEV’s Matt Feldermann. “AEV and Bliss Mobil share a very similar commitment to quality in everything from design to engineering to product versatility. The new AEV Bliss Mobil Prospector XL 550 represents one of the most capable, uniquely livable adventure vehicles currently available in the marketplace today.”
Choose Your Adventure
Bliss Mobil clients have the choice between five custom adventure vehicle layout options for their 13-foot cabin. The recent example is fitted with Bliss Mobil’s High Bed Type 4 layout. The cabin unit has a large, comfortable bed that can be electronically lowered, raised and leveled, while the large, U-shaped couch can be converted into an additional bed. The extra space in the living area is used for a fully equipped bathroom that includes a marine-grade ceramic yachting water closet and waterproof cabinets. The combined lavatory and bathroom is closed off with a high-quality glass door.
Cabinet space in the adventure-ready kitchen and overall storage throughout the cabin is a high priority found in Bliss Mobil’s adventure-ready design. The grand cabinet situated in the kitchen is large enough to fit an optional washing machine or any other necessary large appliances. The kitchen is fitted with a Fenix countertop, additional storage capacity, a microwave featuring an oven and grill, two induction hubs and stove hood. Additional storage boxes can be anchored on the (sub)frame as well as on the back of the unit to further maximize storage capability.
The adventure-ready truck is configured with an AEV front bumper, HighMark front fender flares, 2-inch front suspension lift, heavy duty wheels and tires, splashguards, snorkel, intercooler skid plate, speedometer recalibration, AEV branding package and AEV embroidered headrests.
The Prospector XL is a prime example of the exploding popularity of overlanding and adventure-oriented vehicles.
