Swift Tuscany 794eb motorhome - we tested it!

We have tested the Swift Tuscany 794eb motorhome. We drove and lived in the motorhome during an eight-day motorhome trip through Sweden and Germany. This is what we thought!

We have tested a Swift motorhome

We've checked out Swift motorhomes at several trade shows, including a post about Tuscany - smart and safe motorhomes from Swift GroupSince we have always been fond of the brand, it was fun when Magnus at Swift in Jönköping asked if we wanted to test a motorhome on one of our trips. Of course we did!

British Swift Group

Founded in 1964, the British Swift Group is one of Europe's largest producers of recreational vehicles. The company is committed to safety, quality and peace of mind even after purchase. Another thing that characterises Swift motorhomes is that many details, such as the oven and microwave, are included in the original version.

Swift is particularly big in the UK with many right-hand drive motorhomes for left-hand traffic, but left-hand drive motorhomes for the rest of Europe's roads are increasing.

Swift Tuscany 794eb

The Swift Toscane 794eb is an 8 metre long motorhome that, despite its length, feels very agile. The motorhome is equipped with 4 belted seats and 4 beds (two of which can be converted in the seating area).

Travelling through Sweden and Germany

We tested the Swift Toscane 794eb on a trip that started in Jönköping and took us over to Germany via Gothenburg - Kiel. The motorhome was then taken on a week-long and intensive journey through Schleswig-Holstein and Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, before travelling back to Sweden via the Sassnitz - Trelleborg. It was a fantastically fun - but sometimes a bit stressful - trip. The swift simply had to show what it could do!

Driving Swift Tuscany 794eb

Peter's verdict is that the Swift Toscane 794eb is light and smooth to drive, and almost feels like a passenger car despite being just over 8 metres long. We drove fast on the Autobahn and the motorhome felt stable, with no major windage. It probably helps that the motorhome has a special stabilisation system.

Swift motorhomes are not equipped with an automatic transmission as standard, but the motorhome we tested was equipped with an automatic transmission. Peter had a little trouble getting used to it at first, but he grew to love it. He also liked the camera with a rear-view mirror, which allows you to look backwards at all times.

Kitchen with oven and microwave

Both an oven and microwave are standard in Swift motorhomes, which is unusual in a motorhome. We like to cook and are used to having an oven in the motorhome, so we think this is great. When we were travelling in Germany, we mostly ate in restaurants, but we wanted to heat up bread in the mornings. So it was perfect that there is a narrow little grill oven at the top, above the regular oven. Grilling bread here takes about two minutes. Very convenient!

In a motorhome, most advantages have a disadvantage, and the oven and microwave mean that space is taken away from things that could otherwise be used for storage. To use the oven and hob properly, you need space for pots, pans and bowls, and we have to say that it felt a bit cramped. The cutlery drawer also felt unnecessarily low, but there is room to spare so it should be easy to make it higher. The fridge, on the other hand, is tall and spacious.

Cosy seating area

The seating area is laid out as we are used to, with two seats in the direction of travel, two seats on the side and two swivelling pilot seats. The table is removable, and there is a narrow cabinet where it can be stored while travelling, as it has been found that this type of table can pose a risk to those travelling in the rear seats. We were alone in the car during the journey and left the table in place at all times.

Bathroom and separate shower

The bathroom is really fresh and nice with cabinets both up and down. It is possibly a bit cramped. The shower is on the other side of the corridor, and is also nicely designed. The bathroom door can be used either as a bathroom door, or it can be opened outwards and closed around the entire room (including the bathroom and shower). Convenient! We used this when I (Helena) went to bed earlier than Peter and wanted to be able to close the bedroom.

Bedrooms with different bed solutions

The motorhome we tested was equipped with two long beds. We know that many people love long beds and are sure that this solution is suitable for many. We ourselves got tired after a few days and lay down crosswise as we are used to, haha.

If you don't like long beds, the Swiften is also available with other bed solutions. We peeked into one that has a queen bed. Looked super cosy! One thing that I incidentally really liked in the bed was the small shelf where you can charge your mobile phone. Very handy!

Storage in Swift Tuscany 794eb

In the motorhome we drove, there was a large garage at the back, where you can fit everything from bikes to outdoor furniture. The main storage areas inside the car were a tall wardrobe next to the beds, and two deep and spacious hatches under the beds. Then, of course, there are many small cupboards, though not above the beds.

Control panel with app

One of the things that feels most modern and hitech about the Swift Toscane 794eb is the control panel. The panel is located above the door, and you can also download it as an app so that you can control the motorhome even when you're not at home. This means, for example, that you can ask the motorhome to empty the waste water - when you are not there. Or you can play tricks and switch the lights on and off when the other person is in the motorhome, haha.

Thank you for this journey, Swift

It was really fun to try the Swift Toscane 794eb during the trip in Germany! Maybe we'll get the chance to drive the Swift some other time in our lives, we wouldn't mind. Have you ever driven a Swift, or have you thought about a Swift motorhome?

Facts about Swift Toscane 794eb

• Engine: 130 hp (150 hp optional)
• Belted seating: 4
• Beds: 4 (two of which are rearranged at the seating area)
• Length: 8.11 metres
• Width: 2.38 metres
• Height: 2.76 metres
• Load weight: 520 kg (920 kg with optional maxi-chassis)
• Total weight: 3850 (4250 kg with optional maxi-chassis)
• Possible options: 150 hp, towbar, maxi-chassis, automatic transmission
• More info: Read more at Swift's website