Maui Elite New Zealand Fleet Comparison
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| Features | Maui EliteBeach EliteView details | Maui EliteCascade EliteView details | Maui EliteRiver EliteView details | Maui EliteUltima EliteView details | Maui EliteUltima Plus EliteView details |
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DriveNow's take: vehicle |  Stuart's takeYour Maui Elite will be brand new — between 0 to 1 year old, the only campervan brand with that guarantee. Perfect luxury campervan for couples or 4 adults with full kitchen kit, toilet, shower, and leather sofas. About Maui Elite Beach EliteStuart's takeYour Maui Elite will be brand new — between 0 to 1 year old. Maui Elite is the only campervan brand that guarantees vehicles under 1 year old. This is the perfect luxury campervan for couples or 4 adults. Your home on wheels has warm neutral tones, wooden floors, and leather sofas. The front dining zone pairs swivel seats with the table behind for versatile space. Everything's included: bedding and linen, full kitchen kit (plates, bowls, cutlery, bottle opener, can opener, colander, saucepans, frying pans, cooking utensils, chopping board, kettle, toaster, tea towel), toilet, shower, central heating and cooling. The tech covers touchscreen display with radio, Bluetooth, Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, USB-C in cab, house entertainment screen, and external USB. Although this motorhome is large, it's easy to drive with automatic transmission and a turbo diesel engine that has plenty of power. First-timers will be fine. For week-long trips or longer, there's no better vehicle for luxury camping. Arrange an online supermarket shop from Coles or Woolworths near your first night's destination — it saves time and hassle after you've settled into camp. Book holiday parks and campgrounds ahead during busy periods. Plan your itinerary and know where to refuel and take breaks. | Stuart's take The Maui Cascade Elite maximises living space with a double bed that lowers from the ceiling at the click of a button. These vehicles are guaranteed under 1 year old — the only campervan brand that can promise this. About Maui Elite Cascade EliteStuart's takeThe Maui Cascade Elite maximises your living space with a clever design — the second double bed is hidden away and lowers from the ceiling at the click of a button. These vehicles are guaranteed under 1 year old, making Maui Elite the only campervan brand that can promise this. This van works well for 2 adults who want extra space, but it's equally comfortable for 4 adults travelling together. The internal walk-through access means everyone stays connected — the front seats swivel, and the third and fourth seats sit just behind the driver's cabin, close enough to chat and swap stories while driving. The sleek design makes this motorhome easy to drive and handle. With automatic transmission, power steering, and a reversing camera, it ticks all the boxes for first-time campervan renters. You get the full luxury treatment: bedding and linen included, complete kitchen kit, toilet, shower, central heating and cooling, touchscreen display with Bluetooth, Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, and house entertainment screen. One time-saving tip: arrange an online 'click and collect' food shop from Coles or Woolworths near your first night's destination. This lets you get settled and relax sooner instead of hunting for supplies after a day of driving. | Stuart's take Maui Elite's largest motorhome fits 6 adults comfortably with guaranteed under-1-year-old vehicles. The River's 7.5+ metre length means limited parking options, but you get luxury features and plenty of space. About Maui Elite River EliteStuart's takeThe River Elite is Maui's largest motorhome, sleeping up to 6 adults comfortably. What sets it apart is the age guarantee — every Maui Elite vehicle is under 12 months old, the only campervan brand in Australia that can promise this. The space is impressive. Four adults will have room to spread out, and the large awning gives you plenty of shade around your camping table. You can fit 2 child seats on the forward-facing seats in the main cabin. The vehicle comes fully loaded with everything you need: bedding, linen, complete kitchen kit (including kettle and toaster), toilet, shower, heating and cooling, and entertainment screens. The trade-off is size. At 7.5+ metres long, parking becomes limited. Forget shopping centre car parks — you'll be looking for on-street parking most of the time. First-timers can handle this vehicle. The automatic transmission, turbo diesel engine, power steering and reversing camera make it manageable, even at this size. The touchscreen display includes Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, plus you get USB-C charging in the cab. One practical tip: book your last night at a caravan park with a dump point. You'll need to empty the toilet cassette and refill the freshwater tank before returning to the depot. The Maui Platinum Pack adds extra holiday essentials, including the option to exchange linen during longer trips. | Stuart's take Maui's luxury option — guaranteed under 1 year old with every mod-con including toilet, shower, central heating and cooling. Perfect for couples wanting comfortable long-term travel. About Maui Elite Ultima EliteStuart's takeThis is Maui's luxury option and the only campervan brand guaranteed to be under 1 year old. Your vehicle will be between 0-1 years old — that's brand new. It's built for couples who want every comfort. You get toilet, shower, central cabin heating and cooling, plus all the tech: touchscreen display with Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, house entertainment screen, and USB-C charging in the cab. The turbo diesel automatic makes it easy to drive, and the reversing camera helps with manoeuvring. After a week on the road, this vehicle stays comfortable. If your trip is a week or a month, there's no better option for luxury camping. Everything works well, nothing feels cramped. The trade-off? Length. At 7+ metres, parking gets limited. You'll often need to find street parking rather than standard car spaces. First-timers love this vehicle — it's easy to drive and has everything you need. One tip: arrange online grocery pickup from Coles or Woolworths near your first night's destination. It saves hours and makes setup much easier. If you need help during your trip, Maui's on-road team will guide you through any vehicle questions or setup issues. | Stuart's take Your Maui Elite model will be a new vehicle, ranging between 0 to 1 year of age — Maui Elite is the only campervan brand that are guaranteed to be under 1 year old. The Ultima Plus Elite has been designed for a young family of 2 adults and a child or teenager. About Maui Elite Ultima Plus EliteStuart's takeYour Maui Elite model will be a new vehicle, ranging between 0 to 1 year of age. Maui Elite is the only campervan brand that are guaranteed to be under 1 year old. The Ultima Plus Elite has been designed for a young family of 2 adults and a child or teenager. The spacious double bed is paired with a single bed that's shorter in length and narrower in width — suitable for a teenager or smaller child. The 3rd seat is located behind the driver's seat, and with walk-through access and front swivel seats, you're close enough to attend to your child while on the road. This is the leader in luxury. Your vehicle comes fully equipped with bedding and linen, complete kitchen kit (plates, bowls, cutlery, bottle opener, can opener, colander, saucepans, frying pans, cooking utensils, chopping board, kettle, toaster, and tea towel), toilet, shower, central cabin heating and cooling, touchscreen display with radio, Bluetooth, Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, USB-C in cab, house entertainment screen, and external USB. The trade-off? Parking at shopping centres can be limited and tight to manoeuvre the vehicle, so stick to on-street parking. For first-timers, this vehicle ticks all the boxes. Automatic transmission, power steering, and reversing camera make it easy to handle. One tip: book the last night of your trip at a caravan park or campground that has access to a dump point and hose to empty the toilet cassette and refill the freshwater tank before returning to the depot. |
DriveNow's take: supplier |  Julie's takeMaui Elite is Maui's premium guarantee brand — vehicles under 12 months old, backed by NZ's biggest motorhome network. Best for travellers who want a new-vehicle guarantee and don't mind paying a higher bond for it. About Maui EliteJulie's takeMaui Elite sits at the top end of the campervan and motorhome market. It's Maui's new-vehicle guarantee option — every Elite van is under a year old, which is exactly what it's known for. If having a guaranteed new vehicle matters more to you than saving money, Maui Elite is the pick. That guarantee comes with a trade-off: bonds run higher than standard hires because the vehicles are newer. Look closely at the liability reduction options before you book, and if you decide to skip them, budget for that bond upfront so it doesn't catch you out at pickup. Pickup itself is straightforward. Maui Elite sends an online check-in before your pickup date, and their mobile app lets you get familiar with the motorhome before you even arrive at the depot. It cuts down the usual pickup faff. If something goes wrong on the road, you're in good hands. Maui is part of one of the largest campervan and motorhome networks in New Zealand, so there's a wide spread of depots and mechanics who can look at your vehicle. There's also a 24/7 roadside assistance line for anything urgent. For the vehicle itself, we point most couples and solo travellers to the Maui Ultima Elite. It's one of the best campervans on offer and comes with the under-one-year guarantee that makes Elite worth choosing in the first place. One more thing — if your trip covers both islands, book your Interislander or Bluebridge ferry crossing early in summer, and double-check your specific Maui Elite model is cleared for ferry travel before you commit to dates. Not every motorhome model gets automatic ferry clearance. | Julie's take Maui Elite is Maui's premium guarantee brand — vehicles under 12 months old, backed by NZ's biggest motorhome network. Best for travellers who want a new-vehicle guarantee and don't mind paying a higher bond for it. About Maui EliteJulie's takeMaui Elite sits at the top end of the campervan and motorhome market. It's Maui's new-vehicle guarantee option — every Elite van is under a year old, which is exactly what it's known for. If having a guaranteed new vehicle matters more to you than saving money, Maui Elite is the pick. That guarantee comes with a trade-off: bonds run higher than standard hires because the vehicles are newer. Look closely at the liability reduction options before you book, and if you decide to skip them, budget for that bond upfront so it doesn't catch you out at pickup. Pickup itself is straightforward. Maui Elite sends an online check-in before your pickup date, and their mobile app lets you get familiar with the motorhome before you even arrive at the depot. It cuts down the usual pickup faff. If something goes wrong on the road, you're in good hands. Maui is part of one of the largest campervan and motorhome networks in New Zealand, so there's a wide spread of depots and mechanics who can look at your vehicle. There's also a 24/7 roadside assistance line for anything urgent. For the vehicle itself, we point most couples and solo travellers to the Maui Ultima Elite. It's one of the best campervans on offer and comes with the under-one-year guarantee that makes Elite worth choosing in the first place. One more thing — if your trip covers both islands, book your Interislander or Bluebridge ferry crossing early in summer, and double-check your specific Maui Elite model is cleared for ferry travel before you commit to dates. Not every motorhome model gets automatic ferry clearance. | Julie's take Maui Elite is Maui's premium guarantee brand — vehicles under 12 months old, backed by NZ's biggest motorhome network. Best for travellers who want a new-vehicle guarantee and don't mind paying a higher bond for it. About Maui EliteJulie's takeMaui Elite sits at the top end of the campervan and motorhome market. It's Maui's new-vehicle guarantee option — every Elite van is under a year old, which is exactly what it's known for. If having a guaranteed new vehicle matters more to you than saving money, Maui Elite is the pick. That guarantee comes with a trade-off: bonds run higher than standard hires because the vehicles are newer. Look closely at the liability reduction options before you book, and if you decide to skip them, budget for that bond upfront so it doesn't catch you out at pickup. Pickup itself is straightforward. Maui Elite sends an online check-in before your pickup date, and their mobile app lets you get familiar with the motorhome before you even arrive at the depot. It cuts down the usual pickup faff. If something goes wrong on the road, you're in good hands. Maui is part of one of the largest campervan and motorhome networks in New Zealand, so there's a wide spread of depots and mechanics who can look at your vehicle. There's also a 24/7 roadside assistance line for anything urgent. For the vehicle itself, we point most couples and solo travellers to the Maui Ultima Elite. It's one of the best campervans on offer and comes with the under-one-year guarantee that makes Elite worth choosing in the first place. One more thing — if your trip covers both islands, book your Interislander or Bluebridge ferry crossing early in summer, and double-check your specific Maui Elite model is cleared for ferry travel before you commit to dates. Not every motorhome model gets automatic ferry clearance. | Julie's take Maui Elite is Maui's premium guarantee brand — vehicles under 12 months old, backed by NZ's biggest motorhome network. Best for travellers who want a new-vehicle guarantee and don't mind paying a higher bond for it. About Maui EliteJulie's takeMaui Elite sits at the top end of the campervan and motorhome market. It's Maui's new-vehicle guarantee option — every Elite van is under a year old, which is exactly what it's known for. If having a guaranteed new vehicle matters more to you than saving money, Maui Elite is the pick. That guarantee comes with a trade-off: bonds run higher than standard hires because the vehicles are newer. Look closely at the liability reduction options before you book, and if you decide to skip them, budget for that bond upfront so it doesn't catch you out at pickup. Pickup itself is straightforward. Maui Elite sends an online check-in before your pickup date, and their mobile app lets you get familiar with the motorhome before you even arrive at the depot. It cuts down the usual pickup faff. If something goes wrong on the road, you're in good hands. Maui is part of one of the largest campervan and motorhome networks in New Zealand, so there's a wide spread of depots and mechanics who can look at your vehicle. There's also a 24/7 roadside assistance line for anything urgent. For the vehicle itself, we point most couples and solo travellers to the Maui Ultima Elite. It's one of the best campervans on offer and comes with the under-one-year guarantee that makes Elite worth choosing in the first place. One more thing — if your trip covers both islands, book your Interislander or Bluebridge ferry crossing early in summer, and double-check your specific Maui Elite model is cleared for ferry travel before you commit to dates. Not every motorhome model gets automatic ferry clearance. | Julie's take Maui Elite is Maui's premium guarantee brand — vehicles under 12 months old, backed by NZ's biggest motorhome network. Best for travellers who want a new-vehicle guarantee and don't mind paying a higher bond for it. About Maui EliteJulie's takeMaui Elite sits at the top end of the campervan and motorhome market. It's Maui's new-vehicle guarantee option — every Elite van is under a year old, which is exactly what it's known for. If having a guaranteed new vehicle matters more to you than saving money, Maui Elite is the pick. That guarantee comes with a trade-off: bonds run higher than standard hires because the vehicles are newer. Look closely at the liability reduction options before you book, and if you decide to skip them, budget for that bond upfront so it doesn't catch you out at pickup. Pickup itself is straightforward. Maui Elite sends an online check-in before your pickup date, and their mobile app lets you get familiar with the motorhome before you even arrive at the depot. It cuts down the usual pickup faff. If something goes wrong on the road, you're in good hands. Maui is part of one of the largest campervan and motorhome networks in New Zealand, so there's a wide spread of depots and mechanics who can look at your vehicle. There's also a 24/7 roadside assistance line for anything urgent. For the vehicle itself, we point most couples and solo travellers to the Maui Ultima Elite. It's one of the best campervans on offer and comes with the under-one-year guarantee that makes Elite worth choosing in the first place. One more thing — if your trip covers both islands, book your Interislander or Bluebridge ferry crossing early in summer, and double-check your specific Maui Elite model is cleared for ferry travel before you commit to dates. Not every motorhome model gets automatic ferry clearance. |
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Same in all Beds How many people can sleep, the size of each bed and where it is. | Sleeps 4 AdultsOvercab - Double2.10 × 1.45 mRear dinette - Double2.10 × 1.45 m | Sleeps 4 AdultsDrop-down - Double2.00 × 1.40 m200 kg maximum · Permanent drop-down; lowers from the ceiling at the rearRear dinette - Double2.00 × 1.45 mLower bed; converts from the rear dinette (lounge) | Sleeps 6 AdultsOvercab - Double2.10 × 1.45 mFront dinette - Double1.84 × 1.15 mConverts from the front dinetteRear dinette - Double2.10 × 1.45 mConverts from the rear dinette | Sleeps 2 AdultsDouble1.91 × 1.78 m | Sleeps 2 Adults + 1 ChildRear - Double1.91 × 1.78 mFront - Single1.75 × 0.66 m |
Same in all Main bed setup Whether the main bed stays made up or is made from the seating each night. | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified |
Same in all Dining with the main bed set up Whether you can sit at a table while the main bed is made up. | Separate table | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified |
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Same in all Interior headroom How much standing room there is inside. | 2.15 m | 2.06 m | 2.15 m | 1.90 m | 1.90 m |
Same in all Entertainment How you can play music, connect a phone and watch a screen. | Touchscreen · Radio · BluetoothAndroid Auto · some models · Available in some models only; cannot be requested · Bring your own phone cable · Apple CarPlay · some models · Available in some models only; cannot be requested · Bring your own phone cableEntertainment screenUSB or USB-C (cab) · USB (living area) | Touchscreen · Radio · BluetoothAndroid Auto · some models · Available in some models only; cannot be requested · Bring your own phone cable · Apple CarPlay · some models · Available in some models only; cannot be requested · Bring your own phone cableEntertainment screenUSB or USB-C (cab) · USB (living area) | Touchscreen · Radio · BluetoothAndroid Auto · some models · Available in some models · Apple CarPlay · some models · Available in some modelsEntertainment screenUSB or USB-C (cab) · USB (living area) | Touchscreen · Radio · BluetoothAndroid Auto (cab) · USB cables not supplied · Apple CarPlay (cab) · USB cables not suppliedEntertainment screenUSB-C (cab) · USB (living area) | Touchscreen · Radio · BluetoothAndroid Auto (cab) · Bring your own cable to connect your phone · Apple CarPlay (cab) · Bring your own cable to connect your phoneEntertainment screen (living area)USB-C (cab) · USB (living area) |
Same in all Vehicle age How new the vehicle you're given is likely to be, as the supplier states it. | Up to 1 year | Up to 1 year | Up to 1 year | Up to 1 year | Up to 1 year |
Same in all Outdoor table & chairs Whether a table and chairs come with the vehicle or cost extra. | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Optional hire | Not specified |
Same in all External storage Whether there's an outside locker for gear. | External locker | External locker | External locker | Not specified | Not specified |
Same in all Cab walk-through Whether you can move between the cab and living area without going outside. | Internal walk-through | Internal walk-through | Internal walk-through | Internal walk-through | Internal walk-through |
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Same in all Fridge size How much food and drink you can keep cold between shops. | 130 LWith freezer | 130 LWith freezer | 130 LWith freezer | 130 LWith freezer | 130 LWith freezer |
Same in all Cooking facilities What you can cook on inside the vehicle. | Gas cooktopBurner count not specified | Gas cooktopBurner count not specified | Gas cooktopBurner count not specified | Gas cooktopBurner count not specified | Gas cooktopBurner count not specified |
Same in all Outdoor cooking Whether you can cook outside the vehicle. | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Inside & outdoor | Inside & outdoor |
Same in all Microwave Whether there's a microwave, and when it works. | Included · mains only | Included · mains only | Included · mains only | Included · mains only | Included · mains only |
Same in all Kitchen equipment Whether pots, plates and cutlery come with the vehicle. | Included | Included | Included | Included | Included |
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Same in all Fresh-water tank How much clean water you carry for drinking, cooking and washing. | 82 L | 97 L | 82 L | 85 L | 85 L |
Same in all Grey-water tank How much used sink and shower water the vehicle holds before you empty it. | 82 L | 97 L | 82 L | 104 L | 104 L |
Same in all Toilet & shower Whether you can use a toilet and shower in the vehicle or need campground facilities. | Toilet & shower | Toilet & shower | Toilet & shower | Toilet & shower | Toilet & shower |
Same in all Hot water Whether the taps and shower have hot water. | Hot water supplied | Hot water supplied | Hot water supplied | Hot water supplied | Hot water supplied |
Same in all Bathroom layout Whether the shower and toilet are separate or share one space. | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified |
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Same in all Heating & cooling when parked Whether you can heat or cool the living area while parked, and what it needs to run. | Living-area heatingNeeds diesel | Living-area heatingNeeds dieselHouse battery | Living-area heatingNeeds diesel | Living-area heatingNeeds diesel | Living-area heatingNeeds dieselHouse battery |
Same in all Power supply How the vehicle is powered when parked: mains, battery, solar and more. | 12V battery · mains · solar | 12V battery · mains · solar · alternator | 12V battery · mains · solar | 12V battery · mains · solar | 12V battery · mains · solar |
Same in all Solar panel Whether a solar panel helps keep the house battery charged. | Solar panel supplied | Solar panel supplied | Solar panel supplied | Solar panel supplied | Solar panel supplied |
Same in all Cab heating & cooling Whether the cab has air-conditioning or heating while driving. | Heating & A/C | Heating & A/C | Heating & A/C | Heating & A/C | Heating & A/C |
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Same in all Vehicle length How long the vehicle is, for parking, campsites and ferry fares. | 7.55 m | 6.74 m | 7.55 m | 7.20 m | 7.20 m |
Same in all Seatbelts How many people can travel with a seatbelt. | 4 seats | 4 seats | 6 seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Same in all Child seats & boosters Which child seats and boosters can be fitted, and how many. | 2 child seats or 2 boosters2 anchor points | 2 child seats or 2 boosters2 anchor points | 2 child seats or 2 boosters2 anchor points | 2 positions2 anchor points | 2 positions2 anchor points |
Same in all Exterior width How wide the vehicle is, for narrow roads, car parks and campsites. | 2.25 m | 2.20 m | 2.25 m | 2.04 m | 2.04 m |
Same in all Exterior height How tall the vehicle is, for car parks, drive-throughs and low bridges. | 3.40 m | 3.10 m | 3.40 m | 2.80 m | 2.80 m |
Same in all Reversing camera Whether a reversing camera is fitted. | Reversing camera | Reversing camera | Reversing camera | Reversing camera | Reversing camera |
Same in all Gearbox Whether the vehicle is automatic or manual. | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle | Exterior | DriveNow's take: vehicle | DriveNow's take: supplier | SleepingSame in all Beds How many people can sleep, the size of each bed and where it is. | SleepingSame in all Main bed setup Whether the main bed stays made up or is made from the seating each night. | SleepingSame in all Dining with the main bed set up Whether you can sit at a table while the main bed is made up. | Layout | Photo 2 | Photo 3 | Photo 4 | Photo 5 | Living spaceSame in all Interior headroom How much standing room there is inside. | Living spaceSame in all Entertainment How you can play music, connect a phone and watch a screen. | Living spaceSame in all Vehicle age How new the vehicle you're given is likely to be, as the supplier states it. | Living spaceSame in all Outdoor table & chairs Whether a table and chairs come with the vehicle or cost extra. | Living spaceSame in all External storage Whether there's an outside locker for gear. | Living spaceSame in all Cab walk-through Whether you can move between the cab and living area without going outside. | KitchenSame in all Fridge size How much food and drink you can keep cold between shops. | KitchenSame in all Cooking facilities What you can cook on inside the vehicle. | KitchenSame in all Outdoor cooking Whether you can cook outside the vehicle. | KitchenSame in all Microwave Whether there's a microwave, and when it works. | KitchenSame in all Kitchen equipment Whether pots, plates and cutlery come with the vehicle. | Bathroom & waterSame in all Fresh-water tank How much clean water you carry for drinking, cooking and washing. | Bathroom & waterSame in all Grey-water tank How much used sink and shower water the vehicle holds before you empty it. | Bathroom & waterSame in all Toilet & shower Whether you can use a toilet and shower in the vehicle or need campground facilities. | Bathroom & waterSame in all Hot water Whether the taps and shower have hot water. | Bathroom & waterSame in all Bathroom layout Whether the shower and toilet are separate or share one space. | Heating & powerSame in all Heating & cooling when parked Whether you can heat or cool the living area while parked, and what it needs to run. | Heating & powerSame in all Power supply How the vehicle is powered when parked: mains, battery, solar and more. | Heating & powerSame in all Solar panel Whether a solar panel helps keep the house battery charged. | Heating & powerSame in all Cab heating & cooling Whether the cab has air-conditioning or heating while driving. | DrivingSame in all Vehicle length How long the vehicle is, for parking, campsites and ferry fares. | DrivingSame in all Seatbelts How many people can travel with a seatbelt. | DrivingSame in all Child seats & boosters Which child seats and boosters can be fitted, and how many. | DrivingSame in all Exterior width How wide the vehicle is, for narrow roads, car parks and campsites. | DrivingSame in all Exterior height How tall the vehicle is, for car parks, drive-throughs and low bridges. | DrivingSame in all Reversing camera Whether a reversing camera is fitted. | DrivingSame in all Gearbox Whether the vehicle is automatic or manual. |
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Sleeping capacity
How many people the vehicle sleeps. Where the supplier separates them, adult and child places are shown; a child berth isn't big enough for an adult. Seatbelts are a separate number, so check both for a group.
Bed layout
Where each bed is and what kind it is. Some beds stay made up, while others are made from the seating each night; Main bed setup shows which.
Bed sizes
Each bed's length × width in metres. Compare the length with the tallest person travelling, and the width with who is sharing.
The bed types in this comparison:
Drop-down bed
A bed that lowers from near the ceiling when you need it. Raise it again to use the living space underneath.
Overcab bed
A raised sleeping area above the driver's cab. Check the vehicle details for access and any weight limits.
Dinette or lounge bed
The dining or lounge seats convert into a bed. The same space is used for sitting during the day and sleeping at night.
Rear bed
A bed at the back of the vehicle. Its position does not tell you whether it stays made up or converts from seating; check Main bed setup for that.
Double bed
One shared bed for two people. Compare the dimensions, as double beds differ in size between vehicles.
Single bed
A separate bed for one person. Some are child berths; check the sleeping capacity and dimensions in the table.
More in the handbook: Tips for a good night's sleep
Heating or air-conditioning for the living area with the engine off. Many units only run at a powered site, while some heaters run from gas or the house battery, so check what each one needs.
Cab air-conditioning only works while driving. Portable heaters or fans may be included or available to hire.
More in the handbook: Heating and cooling
Longer vehicles have more room inside but are harder to park in town and need a bigger campsite. A range means it depends on the vehicle you're given.
Ferry fares for campervans are usually charged by length.
More in the handbook: Ferry costs
Clean water for drinking, cooking and washing. A bigger tank means longer between refills, which matters at free campsites without taps. A range means it depends on the vehicle you're given.
How long it lasts depends on how you use it, especially for showers.
More in the handbook: Fresh water
How much standing room there is inside. Taller travellers will be more comfortable with more headroom; in low-roof campers most people can't stand upright.
Used water from the sink and shower collects in the grey-water tank. A bigger tank means fewer stops at a dump point, and some campsites don't let you drain it on the ground.
It's separate from the toilet, which has its own cassette or tank.
More in the handbook: Emptying the toilet and waste tanks
Everyone travelling needs their own seatbelt, so this is the most people the vehicle can carry, even if it sleeps more. Some seats are in the living area rather than the cab.
More in the handbook: Will I need multiple vehicles?
Child seats need suitable seat positions and anchor points, and some positions only take a booster. The combination shown is what the supplier allows, so check it covers every child's age and size.
Child seats are usually hired from the supplier as an extra.
More in the handbook: Child seat hire
How you can play music, connect a phone and watch a screen. A screen doesn't guarantee TV reception or DVD playback, and listed USB ports may not charge every device quickly.
Where it says some models, it isn't guaranteed in every vehicle of that model.
More in the handbook: Using the TV or screen
How wide the vehicle is affects narrow country roads, standard car parks and tight campsites. A range means it depends on the vehicle you're given.
Multi-storey car parks, drive-throughs and some bridges have height limits, so know your vehicle's height before you set off. A raised-roof height, where shown, applies when the roof is lifted while parked.
More in the handbook: Vehicle height awareness
How the vehicle is powered when parked. At a powered site everything runs; off-grid, the house battery and any solar run the lights, fridge and charging.
Not every appliance works from every source: air-conditioning and microwaves usually need mains power.
More in the handbook: What works off-grid
A toilet and shower on board mean you can stay at basic or free campsites without amenities, and skip the night-time walk to a shared block. With a toilet only, you have the essentials; with neither, plan to stay where there are facilities.
An onboard toilet needs emptying at a dump point every few days.
More in the handbook: Emptying the toilet and waste tanks
The supplier's age range for this model. You're given one vehicle from within it, so Up to 2 years means it has been on the supplier's fleet for no more than about two years, 4+ years means at least four, and 4–7 years means between four and seven.
Newer vehicles generally show less wear and are more likely to have recent equipment. Older vehicles have usually covered more kilometres, which raises the chance of a breakdown. Older fleets are often the budget option, and a well-maintained older camper can still suit a trip.
Suppliers count age differently. Some count time on their fleet, others go by model year, so treat a one-year difference as approximate.
More in the handbook: How likely are breakdowns?
The fridge's capacity in litres; a range means it depends on the vehicle you're given. A bigger fridge means fewer shopping stops, which matters most for families and on remote stretches.
How the fridge is powered when you're parked affects how long it keeps food cold away from a powered site.
More in the handbook: Using the fridge
A fixed bed stays made up, so you can rest at any time without rearranging. A bed made from the dinette or lounge gives you more living space by day, but takes a few minutes to set up each night and pack away each morning.
Some dinette beds can be left made up if you don't need the table.
Not specified means the supplier doesn't publish this for that model. It doesn't mean the vehicle lacks it.
Hot water makes showers and washing up easier, especially in cooler months. Without it, you'll heat water on the cooker for dishes.
Where shown, the energy source tells you what the hot water runs on.
In many smaller campers the table becomes the bed, so once the bed is made there's nowhere inside to sit and eat. A separate table matters on rainy days, or when someone wants to sleep while others are still up.
Not specified means the supplier doesn't publish this for that model. It doesn't mean the vehicle lacks it.
In a combined wet room the toilet sits inside the shower, so the whole room gets wet when you shower. A separate toilet and shower works more like home but takes more space.
Not specified means the supplier doesn't publish this for that model. It doesn't mean the vehicle lacks it.
What you can cook on inside the vehicle. The number of burners affects how much you can cook at once, which matters for a group.
Gas cooktops run from an LPG bottle that you refill or swap on the road.
More in the handbook: Using the gas bottle
A table and chairs make it easy to eat and relax outside, which helps most in smaller campers. Some suppliers include them; others hire them out per trip, so check before comparing prices.
More in the handbook: Equipment you can hire
Not specified means the supplier doesn't publish this for that model. It doesn't mean the vehicle lacks it.
An outdoor or slide-out cooker keeps cooking smells and heat out of the living area, which helps in warm weather and in small campers. Many campsites also have shared barbecues.
Not specified means the supplier doesn't publish this for that model. It doesn't mean the vehicle lacks it.
A reversing camera makes parking a large vehicle much easier, because you can't see directly behind most campers. Some models means only some vehicles in the fleet have one, so you may not get it.
An outside locker keeps bulky or dirty gear, such as chairs, hoses or wet shoes, out of the living area. Space inside is limited, so soft bags pack more easily.
More in the handbook: Luggage
Not specified means the supplier doesn't publish this for that model. It doesn't mean the vehicle lacks it.
With a walk-through you can move between the cab and the living area without getting out, which is handy in rain or at night. Without one, you step outside to get from one to the other.
A microwave that needs mains power only works at a powered site, not when you're free camping.
More in the handbook: What works when connected to power
A solar panel tops up the house battery during the day, which helps run the lights and fridge away from a powered site. How much it adds depends on the panel, the weather and how much power you use.
More in the handbook: Battery and solar
Whether pots, pans, plates and cutlery come with the vehicle. Most suppliers include a kitchen kit; some charge for it as an extra, so check what's included before comparing prices.
More in the handbook: What's supplied with the vehicle
Cab air-conditioning or heating makes long drives more comfortable. It runs with the engine, so it doesn't cool or heat the living area when you're parked; see Heating & cooling when parked.
Most rental campervans are automatic, and some older or budget models are manual. If you only drive automatics, make sure every vehicle you're considering is one.
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