The no-compromise core.
Not a watered-down base model — the AWOL Platform is the engineered foundation every Adventure Utility Vehicle needs.
AWOL exists for more adventure, more often — and that only happens when the core is genuinely capable. The Platform is built to carry real gear, tackle real terrain, and handle real payload from day one.
Outside, it starts with a serious 4x4 foundation and an overland-ready exterior built for carrying, mounting, and hard use. Inside, it begins with structure — bracing, mounting points, and a load-ready floor — plus a bed system that adapts fast. And it’s powered from the outset with a strong off-grid electrical foundation — so your lights, fridge, devices and comms just work, wherever the mission takes you.
In other words: you’re not “building up to” capability. You start with it — then choose only the Systems that match how you adventure.
AWOL Platform — $240,000 incl GST & ORC
Start with a no-compromise core. Add Systems now, later, or not at all — your setup evolves with you.
Change the setup, not the vehicle.
The AWOL Platform is the hard-working core — and the rest is designed to re-role. Build it for weeknight work, weekend trailheads, multi-day missions, or all three.
Seats can come in and out. Storage can shift from tools to expedition gear. Water and shower capability can be added for off-grid travel and removed when you want maximum space. Even essentials like a toilet are modular — in when it matters, out when it doesn’t.
Start simple, go big at the outset, or anywhere in between. The setup evolves with you — not the other way around.
Make it yours.
Answer a short questionnaire and we’ll turn your missions into a recommended starting setup — plus a clear path to build it now or grow into it later.
'Build your AWOL' takes ~3–5 minutes.
What happens next?
We review your questionnaire and clarify anything we need. We then recommend a starting setup (what to build now vs later). Lastly, we'll provide info on timing + next steps (no obligation).
Example Customer Builds
Every AWOL starts with the same engineered Platform. Below is what’s standard — then explore four real-world builds to see how customers add optional Systems on top.
The AWOL Platform — Standard
Weekday Workhorse. Weekend Weapon.
Customer Build:
Tools on Friday, trailhead by Saturday.
A setup for people who actually use their AWOL every day — early morning rides, site visits, hauling gear — then flip it fast for an weeknight, overnighter or a weekend mission. Clean, simple, ready.
Indicative System spend (above Platform): ~$3k-$6.5k
Bike Mission. Anytime.
Customer Build:
MTB missions across NZ (with a dog).
Bike stays locked inside, dry, and ready — so “next ride” is always on. Roll in, ride hard, rinse off, reset, go again.
Indicative System spend (above Platform): ~$15k–$30k
Four Seats. One Mission.
Customer Build:
A family basecamp that’s ready on Friday with a fast reset when you roll in on Sunday night.
Seats for the crew. All the gear locked inside and organised. Quick kitchen for the in-between moments. Freedom camping ready. Rinse off, reset, sleep — then do it again tomorrow.
Indicative System spend (above Platform): ~$25k–$50k
Full Send. Off-Grid.
Customer Build:
An expedition-ready rig for disappearing properly — long range, full systems, and completely self-sufficient.
Big power, full conveniences, and the storage to carry everything you need (and nothing you don’t). Built with additional performance to push deeper, stay longer, and keep moving.
Indicative System spend (above Platform): ~$45k–$75k
Frequently Asked Questions — FAQ
A few common questions answered.
How do I know which build style is right for me?
Start with your most common week, not your dream trip.
We’ll help you match your setup to how you actually live: how many people come, what gear you carry, where you sleep most often, and what “comfort” means to you. The goal isn’t to choose the biggest build — it’s to choose the one that makes adventure feel easy to say yes to.
Can I start simple and add capability later?
Absolutely. Many owners begin with a lean, highly capable base and layer in Systems over time.
AWOL is built around that idea — you shouldn’t have to get everything on day one to get something brilliant on day one.
What does “Typical system add-ons” mean on the cards?
Those ranges are there to help you sanity-check the stack, not lock you into a package.
Think of them as: “This is what people usually add on top of the Platform for this kind of mission.” Your final spec depends on what you value most — comfort, independence, gear capacity, or simplicity.
What’s the process from “Build Your AWOL” to a confirmed plan?
Once you reach out, we’ll come back with a clear recommendation:
- what we’d build first for you
- what can wait
- what’s optional (and often not worth paying for)
Then we’ll do a short consult to tighten it up and agree the right path forward.
Can I customise, or do I have to choose a “package”?
You can absolutely personalise your build — but we keep it intentional.
Rather than a hundred tiny options, we guide you toward a setup that stays cohesive, serviceable, and upgradeable. You get a vehicle that feels like yours — without the “one-off prototype” compromises that come with overly bespoke builds.
We’re a family — can we run four seats and still have a proper setup?
Yes. Four seats can work really well — it just means we design the interior around fast changeovers and smart use of space.
We’ll help you balance passenger comfort, gear storage, and sleep setup so it still feels like an AWOL — not a cramped compromise.
If my needs change, will the build still make sense?
That’s one of the biggest reasons people choose AWOL.
Missions evolve — kids get older, work changes, gear changes. AWOL is designed to adapt with you, so you’re not locked into one “version of life” for the next decade.
I’ve got specific questions — can I talk to a human before I decide anything?
Yes