Rugged exterior, super-posh interior
We have seen many off-roading motorhomes and also some Mercedes-Benz Unimogs. We’ve never seen Unimogs with such luxurious living spaces.
Stone offroad Design, or SOD for short, is responsible for the RV upfit. It’s located in Germany, just south of Munich. The SOD Rise 4×4 is the name of the product. Because it uses a large Unimog platform, SOD doesn’t have to worry about mechanical upgrades. The company’s main focus is on the large living module attached to the Merc’s back. It can be removed and used separately if necessary. It looks businesslike from the outside with its dark gray color. However, once you step inside, it’s a whole new world.
The combination of white, gray, and black creates a space that is more like a New York apartment. The large lounge area at the rear features a large wraparound sofa and a small table. A chandelier hangs overhead from the bed base, which lowers over the sofa to create an additional bedroom. The full kitchen is located next to the sofa and includes a four-burner, induction stove with an oven and small sink. It’s all set on a marble-themed surface. There is a fridge, but it’s not a small one. A full-size, standalone refrigerator-freezer is located opposite the countertop.
The full bathroom is located in the front of the living area through an angled door. It’s as luxurious as the rest. A strangely shaped toilet catches your attention, located next to a small bathroom with a vanity mirror and a showerhead that reaches the ceiling. The main bedroom is located above the cab in the alcove. The alcove has a small pop-up roof that provides additional headroom.
The SOD Rise 4×4 is powered by a 400-Ah Lithium-Ion battery pack and up to 840 watts solar. It can carry 106 gallons (405 liters), of fresh water, 40 gallons (175 liters), of gray water, as well as heat and air conditioning. This combination of luxury, ability, and off-road prowess comes at a cost. The German version with 400 horsepower (294-kilowatts) is listed at EUR899900. It’s less than $1 million in US currency, but it’s not yet available to US buyers.
The SOD Rise 4×4 will become available for those who can obtain it in June 2022.