Maui New Zealand Fleet Comparison
Actual vehicles supplied may vary due to availability and year of manufacture, but your vehicle will be of similar specification and suitable for the required number of travellers. Specific vehicle layouts cannot be requested.
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DriveNow's take: vehicle |  Stuart's takeThe perfect motorhome for a couple or 4 adults with premium Maui quality finishes. Your vehicle comes fully equipped with bedding, kitchen kit, bathroom, climate control and entertainment — there's nothing you need to bring. About Maui BeachStuart's takeThis is the perfect motorhome for a couple or 4 adults. Maui is the premium brand and their interior finishes are the best quality when it comes to campervans and motorhomes in Australia. 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. There's nothing you need to bring. Your home on wheels has been designed with comfort in mind — warm neutral tones, wooden floors and leather sofas. The front dining zone pairs swivel seats with the table behind for a more versatile space within your campervan. Whether your getaway is for a week or a month, there's no better vehicle to experience luxury camping. Maui vehicles range between 0 to 2 years of age, so you're always getting a vehicle in great condition. Although this motorhome is large in size, with automatic transmission and a turbo diesel engine, it's very easy to drive and has plenty of power — perfect for first-timers. One tip: arrange an online 'click and collect' supermarket food shop from Coles or Woolies near your first night's destination. This will save you plenty of time and less hassle. | Stuart's take The Maui Cascade maximises living space with a second double bed that lowers from the ceiling at the click of a button. Popular with couples who want extra space, but comfortable for 4 adults travelling together. About Maui CascadeStuart's takeThe Maui Cascade maximises living space with a clever second double bed that lowers from the ceiling at the click of a button. It's popular with couples who want extra space, but works well for 4 adults travelling together. Maui is the premium brand — their interior finishes are the best quality you'll find in Australian campervans and motorhomes. You'll get a vehicle that's 0 to 2 years old, so it's always in great condition. After day five, you'll appreciate the space. The vehicle comes fully equipped with bedding, linen, complete kitchen kit (plates, bowls, cutlery, saucepans, frying pan, cooking utensils, chopping board, kettle, toaster), toilet, shower, cabin heating and cooling, touchscreen with Bluetooth, Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, USB-C charging, and house entertainment screen. First-timers will find this easy to handle. The sleek design makes driving simple, and with automatic transmission, power steering, and reversing camera, it ticks all the boxes for campervan rental newcomers. With 4 adults, you get internal walk-through access and front swivel seats. The 3rd and 4th seats sit just behind the driver's cabin, so you're close enough to talk and swap stories while driving. One tip: pack a power board so everyone can charge their devices without fighting over the vehicle's power sockets. | Stuart's take Maui's largest motorhome sleeps 6 adults with premium interior finishes and a large awning for outdoor living. At 7.7+ metres, parking can be tight at shopping centres. About Maui RiverStuart's takeThe River is Maui's largest motorhome, sleeping up to 6 adults or a family of 6 comfortably. You get premium interior finishes — Maui is the quality leader when it comes to Australian campervans and motorhomes. The large awning gives you plenty of shade for your camping table and chairs when you're socialising outside. After a week on the road, you'll appreciate the luxury touches. The River comes fully equipped with bedding, linen, complete kitchen kit, toilet, shower, central heating and cooling, and house entertainment screen. You get modern tech too — touchscreen display with Bluetooth, Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, and USB-C charging in the cab. The trade-off is size. At over 7.7 metres long, parking at shopping centres can be limited and tight to manoeuvre. Stick to on-street parking where possible. Maui vehicles are 0-2 years old, so you're always getting a vehicle in great condition. The Platinum Pack includes all the additional items you need, plus the option for fresh linen exchange during longer trips. Two child seats can be fitted on the forward-facing seats in the main cabin. | Stuart's take Maui's premium campervan with the best interior finishes in Australia — vehicles are 0-2 years old so you're getting top condition. The front seats swivel to a small table, letting you keep the main bed set up all day. About Maui UltimaStuart's takeMaui's premium campervan with the best interior finishes in Australia. You're getting a vehicle that's 0-2 years old, so it's always in great condition. The clever bit: the front seats swivel around to a small table. You can eat at this table and keep the main bed set up all day — no daily conversion hassle. Large windows all around make this one of the best campervans for taking in the views. After five days on the road, you'll appreciate the full equipment list. Everything's included — bedding, linen, plates, kitchen kit (pans, utensils, kettle, toaster, the lot). You get a toilet, shower, heating and cooling, plus modern tech: touchscreen with Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, reversing camera, USB-C charging, and an entertainment screen. The trade-off: parking at shopping centres gets tight with this size vehicle. Stick to street parking when you're in town. This is perfect for first-timers — safe, secure, and simple to drive. One tip: book your last night at a campground with a dump point so you can empty the toilet cassette and refill the water tank before returning the van. | Stuart's take The Ultima Plus is designed for a young family with 2 adults and a child or teenager. You get Maui's premium quality finishes and a vehicle that's 0-2 years old. About Maui Ultima PlusStuart's takeThe Ultima Plus is designed for a young family with 2 adults and a child or teenager. The single bed is shorter and narrower than the spacious double — perfect for a teenager or smaller child. You get Maui's premium quality finishes and a vehicle that's 0-2 years old. This van excels at taking in the scenery. Large windows all around make it one of the best campervans for views on the open road. The 3rd seat sits behind the driver with walk-through access, so you can easily attend to your child while driving. The trade-off? At 7 metres long, parking gets tricky. You'll often need to find on-street parking rather than standard car spaces. It's excellent for first-timers. Everything's included — bedding, linen, full kitchen kit, toilet, shower, heating and cooling, plus entertainment screens and all the connectivity you need. You don't need to bring anything. One tip: arrange online grocery pickup from Coles or Woolworths near your first night's destination. It'll save you time and hassle after pickup. |
DriveNow's take: supplier |  Julie's takeMaui is a premium campervan and motorhome brand, part of the THL group, known for newer vehicles loaded with the latest features. If you want the open road without giving up home comforts, this is your supplier. About MauiJulie's takeMaui are a premium brand of campervan hire who excel at high-end campervans and motorhomes. Their biggest strength is age of fleet. Maui's vehicles are newer than most, so you rarely hear complaints about mechanical issues. That also means you're getting the latest upgrades available, not last decade's version. Here's the catch: newer vehicles usually come with higher bond amounts. If you're not taking Maui's liability reduction options, check the bond before you book — it can be quite high. Pickup is smooth. Maui is part of THL, which runs one of the largest campervan and motorhome fleets in New Zealand, so their depots are well set up. You get online check-in before you arrive, plus an app with instructional videos you can watch before your trip or while you're on the road if you need a refresher. If something goes wrong out on the road, Maui's fleet size works in your favour — they've got a wide network of mechanics and depots for quick fixes. There's also a 24/7 roadside assistance line: On Road Assist on 0800 788 558 (+64 9 801 3857). Maui suits travellers after a premium experience — people who want the freedom of a road trip but don't want to rough it. For the vehicle, start with the Maui Ultima. It's built for two people who want something new, and it's packed with features while staying a manageable size to drive and park. One more thing: if your trip crosses both islands, book your Interislander or Bluebridge ferry well ahead in summer — they sell out. And confirm your specific Maui model is cleared for ferry travel before you lock in your dates. | Julie's take Maui is a premium campervan and motorhome brand, part of the THL group, known for newer vehicles loaded with the latest features. If you want the open road without giving up home comforts, this is your supplier. About MauiJulie's takeMaui are a premium brand of campervan hire who excel at high-end campervans and motorhomes. Their biggest strength is age of fleet. Maui's vehicles are newer than most, so you rarely hear complaints about mechanical issues. That also means you're getting the latest upgrades available, not last decade's version. Here's the catch: newer vehicles usually come with higher bond amounts. If you're not taking Maui's liability reduction options, check the bond before you book — it can be quite high. Pickup is smooth. Maui is part of THL, which runs one of the largest campervan and motorhome fleets in New Zealand, so their depots are well set up. You get online check-in before you arrive, plus an app with instructional videos you can watch before your trip or while you're on the road if you need a refresher. If something goes wrong out on the road, Maui's fleet size works in your favour — they've got a wide network of mechanics and depots for quick fixes. There's also a 24/7 roadside assistance line: On Road Assist on 0800 788 558 (+64 9 801 3857). Maui suits travellers after a premium experience — people who want the freedom of a road trip but don't want to rough it. For the vehicle, start with the Maui Ultima. It's built for two people who want something new, and it's packed with features while staying a manageable size to drive and park. One more thing: if your trip crosses both islands, book your Interislander or Bluebridge ferry well ahead in summer — they sell out. And confirm your specific Maui model is cleared for ferry travel before you lock in your dates. | Julie's take Maui is a premium campervan and motorhome brand, part of the THL group, known for newer vehicles loaded with the latest features. If you want the open road without giving up home comforts, this is your supplier. About MauiJulie's takeMaui are a premium brand of campervan hire who excel at high-end campervans and motorhomes. Their biggest strength is age of fleet. Maui's vehicles are newer than most, so you rarely hear complaints about mechanical issues. That also means you're getting the latest upgrades available, not last decade's version. Here's the catch: newer vehicles usually come with higher bond amounts. If you're not taking Maui's liability reduction options, check the bond before you book — it can be quite high. Pickup is smooth. Maui is part of THL, which runs one of the largest campervan and motorhome fleets in New Zealand, so their depots are well set up. You get online check-in before you arrive, plus an app with instructional videos you can watch before your trip or while you're on the road if you need a refresher. If something goes wrong out on the road, Maui's fleet size works in your favour — they've got a wide network of mechanics and depots for quick fixes. There's also a 24/7 roadside assistance line: On Road Assist on 0800 788 558 (+64 9 801 3857). Maui suits travellers after a premium experience — people who want the freedom of a road trip but don't want to rough it. For the vehicle, start with the Maui Ultima. It's built for two people who want something new, and it's packed with features while staying a manageable size to drive and park. One more thing: if your trip crosses both islands, book your Interislander or Bluebridge ferry well ahead in summer — they sell out. And confirm your specific Maui model is cleared for ferry travel before you lock in your dates. | Julie's take Maui is a premium campervan and motorhome brand, part of the THL group, known for newer vehicles loaded with the latest features. If you want the open road without giving up home comforts, this is your supplier. About MauiJulie's takeMaui are a premium brand of campervan hire who excel at high-end campervans and motorhomes. Their biggest strength is age of fleet. Maui's vehicles are newer than most, so you rarely hear complaints about mechanical issues. That also means you're getting the latest upgrades available, not last decade's version. Here's the catch: newer vehicles usually come with higher bond amounts. If you're not taking Maui's liability reduction options, check the bond before you book — it can be quite high. Pickup is smooth. Maui is part of THL, which runs one of the largest campervan and motorhome fleets in New Zealand, so their depots are well set up. You get online check-in before you arrive, plus an app with instructional videos you can watch before your trip or while you're on the road if you need a refresher. If something goes wrong out on the road, Maui's fleet size works in your favour — they've got a wide network of mechanics and depots for quick fixes. There's also a 24/7 roadside assistance line: On Road Assist on 0800 788 558 (+64 9 801 3857). Maui suits travellers after a premium experience — people who want the freedom of a road trip but don't want to rough it. For the vehicle, start with the Maui Ultima. It's built for two people who want something new, and it's packed with features while staying a manageable size to drive and park. One more thing: if your trip crosses both islands, book your Interislander or Bluebridge ferry well ahead in summer — they sell out. And confirm your specific Maui model is cleared for ferry travel before you lock in your dates. | Julie's take Maui is a premium campervan and motorhome brand, part of the THL group, known for newer vehicles loaded with the latest features. If you want the open road without giving up home comforts, this is your supplier. About MauiJulie's takeMaui are a premium brand of campervan hire who excel at high-end campervans and motorhomes. Their biggest strength is age of fleet. Maui's vehicles are newer than most, so you rarely hear complaints about mechanical issues. That also means you're getting the latest upgrades available, not last decade's version. Here's the catch: newer vehicles usually come with higher bond amounts. If you're not taking Maui's liability reduction options, check the bond before you book — it can be quite high. Pickup is smooth. Maui is part of THL, which runs one of the largest campervan and motorhome fleets in New Zealand, so their depots are well set up. You get online check-in before you arrive, plus an app with instructional videos you can watch before your trip or while you're on the road if you need a refresher. If something goes wrong out on the road, Maui's fleet size works in your favour — they've got a wide network of mechanics and depots for quick fixes. There's also a 24/7 roadside assistance line: On Road Assist on 0800 788 558 (+64 9 801 3857). Maui suits travellers after a premium experience — people who want the freedom of a road trip but don't want to rough it. For the vehicle, start with the Maui Ultima. It's built for two people who want something new, and it's packed with features while staying a manageable size to drive and park. One more thing: if your trip crosses both islands, book your Interislander or Bluebridge ferry well ahead in summer — they sell out. And confirm your specific Maui model is cleared for ferry travel before you lock in your dates. |
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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 mConverts from the rear dinette | Sleeps 4 AdultsDrop-down - Double2.00 × 1.40 m200 kg maximum · Permanent drop-downRear dinette - Double2.00 × 1.45 mLower bed; dinette convert | Sleeps 6 AdultsOvercab - Double2.10 × 1.45 mFront dinette - Double1.84 × 1.15 mFront dinette convertRear dinette - Double2.10 × 1.45 mRear dinette convert | 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 | Separate table | 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 · Apple CarPlay · some models · Available in some models only; cannot be requestedEntertainment screenUSB or USB-C (cab) · USB (living area) | Touchscreen · Radio · BluetoothAndroid Auto (cab) · some models · Available in some models only; cannot be requested · Bring your own phone cable · Apple CarPlay (cab) · 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; cannot be requested · Apple CarPlay · some models · Available in some models; cannot be requestedEntertainment screenUSB or USB-C (cab) · USB (living area) | Touchscreen · Radio · BluetoothAndroid Auto (cab) · Phone cable not supplied · Apple CarPlay (cab) · Phone cable not suppliedEntertainment screen (living area)USB-C (cab) · USB (living area) | Touchscreen · Radio · BluetoothAndroid Auto (cab) · Bring your own cable · Apple CarPlay (cab) · Bring your own cableEntertainment screenUSB-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. | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified |
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 dieselHouse battery | Living-area heatingNeeds diesel | Living-area heatingNeeds dieselHouse battery |
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 Power supply How the vehicle is powered when parked: mains, battery, solar and more. | 12V battery · mains · solar | 12V battery · mains · solar | 12V battery · mains · solar | 12V battery · mains · solar | 12V battery · mains · solar |
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 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 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 child seats or 2 boosters2 anchor points | 2 child seats or 2 boosters2 anchor points |
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 Solar panel Whether a solar panel helps keep the house battery charged. | Heating & powerSame in all Power supply How the vehicle is powered when parked: mains, battery, solar and more. | 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 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 Child seats & boosters Which child seats and boosters can be fitted, and how many. | 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?
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
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?
Not specified means the supplier doesn't publish this for that model. It doesn't mean the vehicle lacks it.
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.
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
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
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
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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