Tui Sleepervans New Zealand Fleet Comparison
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| Features | Tui SleepervansBackpacker Sleepervan | Tui SleepervansDeluxe SleepervanView details |
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| DriveNow's take | ||
DriveNow's take: vehicle | No take yet |  Jack's takeThe Deluxe sleepervan is a compact, self-contained sleepervan that gives couples the freedom of a campervan with a more comfortable camping experience. The rear awning and outdoor kitchen setup are great for outdoors lovers. About Tui Sleepervans Deluxe SleepervanJack's takeThe Deluxe sleepervan is a compact, self-contained sleepervan that gives couples the freedom of a campervan with a more comfortable camping experience. You'll spend most of your time cooking and relaxing outside in this vehicle, effectively replacing the living area that a larger campervan would have. The rear awning and outdoor kitchen setup are excellent for outdoors lovers. Just hope for good weather. The quality bedding helps make the bed feel more like a proper bedroom, while the outdoor kitchen keeps the interior uncluttered. The trade-off is indoor living space. The design encourages you to enjoy the outdoors rather than spend long periods inside. If the weather is poor for several days, you'll notice the difference compared to a larger campervan or motorhome. This vehicle works well for first-timers. It's compact, easy to park, and much less intimidating than a large motorhome. The straightforward setup makes it a good choice for travellers on a budget trying campervan travel for the first time. Practice setting up the awning before you leave the depot. It's quick once you know how, and you'll likely use it every day for shade, shelter, or creating your outdoor kitchen space. Check the vehicle for any existing damage and ask staff any setup questions before departing. Being certified self-contained gives you excellent flexibility when travelling around New Zealand. It's particularly well suited to couples and solo travellers who want the freedom of a campervan without the size, fuel costs, and complexity of a larger motorhome. |
DriveNow's take: supplier |  Julie's takeTui Sleepervans is part of Tui Campers who is a family-owned New Zealand operator with a solid range of self-contained campers at competitive prices — a good pick if you care more about value than driving something brand new. About Tui SleepervansJulie's takeTui Sleepervans is part of Tui Campers, a well-established, family-owned New Zealand operator. They've got a good range of self-contained campers and prices are generally competitive. Branches sit close to Auckland and Christchurch airports. If you're flying into Queenstown, Dunedin, Wellington, Nelson, arriving via Picton Ferry Terminal, or coming through Greymouth Train Station, Tui can arrange pickup or drop-off there too — but only with prior arrangement, and there's a relocation fee attached. If you're going to land after hours, you can pre-arrange a $100 after-hours fee so you're not stuck waiting for the branch to open. One thing to know before you book: the fleet spans 2008 to 2012, so the vehicle you get can vary in age and condition depending on the model. If having a newer camper matters to you, check the specific vehicle details before you lock in a booking. The pickup itself is well handled. Tui runs a free transfer service on your first and last day, picking you up from the airport or nearby hotels and motels. At the branch, a dedicated staff member walks you through the vehicle personally — they make sure you know every feature before you drive off. If something goes wrong on the road — an accident, for instance — you contact Tui straight away using the number printed on your rental contract. You can also call Tui Campers Reservations toll-free on 0800 324 939 if you need help. Tui suits budget-conscious travellers who want a practical, self-contained camper without paying premium prices for a brand-new vehicle. Couples and friends who'd rather have good inclusions and friendly service than the newest van on the road will get on well here. For a first-time look at the fleet, start with the Deluxe sleepervan. It's compact, self-contained, and gives couples the freedom of a campervan with a more comfortable camping setup. Doing both islands? Book your Interislander or Bluebridge ferry crossing early if you're travelling in summer — they fill up. And confirm your Tui vehicle is cleared for ferry travel before you commit to your dates. | Julie's take Tui Sleepervans is part of Tui Campers who is a family-owned New Zealand operator with a solid range of self-contained campers at competitive prices — a good pick if you care more about value than driving something brand new. About Tui SleepervansJulie's takeTui Sleepervans is part of Tui Campers, a well-established, family-owned New Zealand operator. They've got a good range of self-contained campers and prices are generally competitive. Branches sit close to Auckland and Christchurch airports. If you're flying into Queenstown, Dunedin, Wellington, Nelson, arriving via Picton Ferry Terminal, or coming through Greymouth Train Station, Tui can arrange pickup or drop-off there too — but only with prior arrangement, and there's a relocation fee attached. If you're going to land after hours, you can pre-arrange a $100 after-hours fee so you're not stuck waiting for the branch to open. One thing to know before you book: the fleet spans 2008 to 2012, so the vehicle you get can vary in age and condition depending on the model. If having a newer camper matters to you, check the specific vehicle details before you lock in a booking. The pickup itself is well handled. Tui runs a free transfer service on your first and last day, picking you up from the airport or nearby hotels and motels. At the branch, a dedicated staff member walks you through the vehicle personally — they make sure you know every feature before you drive off. If something goes wrong on the road — an accident, for instance — you contact Tui straight away using the number printed on your rental contract. You can also call Tui Campers Reservations toll-free on 0800 324 939 if you need help. Tui suits budget-conscious travellers who want a practical, self-contained camper without paying premium prices for a brand-new vehicle. Couples and friends who'd rather have good inclusions and friendly service than the newest van on the road will get on well here. For a first-time look at the fleet, start with the Deluxe sleepervan. It's compact, self-contained, and gives couples the freedom of a campervan with a more comfortable camping setup. Doing both islands? Book your Interislander or Bluebridge ferry crossing early if you're travelling in summer — they fill up. And confirm your Tui vehicle is cleared for ferry travel before you commit to your dates. |
| Sleeping | ||
Same in all Beds How many people can sleep, the size of each bed and where it is. | Sleeps 22 adultsBed sizes not specified | Sleeps 2Double1.99 × 1.31 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 |
Same in all Dining with the main bed set up Whether you can sit at a table while the main bed is made up. | Not specified | Not specified |
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| Living space | ||
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 |
Same in all Interior headroom How much standing room there is inside. | 1.35 m | 1.30 m |
Same in all Outdoor table & chairs Whether a table and chairs come with the vehicle or cost extra. | Not specified | Optional hire |
Same in all Entertainment How you can play music, connect a phone and watch a screen. | Not specified | Radio · CD · BluetoothTV / DVD not specifiedUSB |
Same in all External storage Whether there's an outside locker for gear. | Not specified | Not specified |
Same in all Cab walk-through Whether you can move between the cab and living area without going outside. | Not specified | Internal walk-through |
| Kitchen | ||
Same in all Fridge size How much food and drink you can keep cold between shops. | Not specified | 18 L |
Same in all Cooking facilities What you can cook on inside the vehicle. | Not specified | 2-burner gas cooktop |
Same in all Outdoor cooking Whether you can cook outside the vehicle. | Not specified | Not specified |
Same in all Microwave Whether there's a microwave, and when it works. | Not specified | Not available |
Same in all Kitchen equipment Whether pots, plates and cutlery come with the vehicle. | Not specified | Included |
| Bathroom & water | ||
Same in all Toilet & shower Whether you can use a toilet and shower in the vehicle or need campground facilities. | No shower; toilet not specified | Toilet & no shower |
Same in all Hot water Whether the taps and shower have hot water. | Not specified | Cold water only |
Same in all Fresh-water tank How much clean water you carry for drinking, cooking and washing. | Not specified | 24 L |
Same in all Bathroom layout Whether the shower and toilet are separate or share one space. | Not specified | Not specified |
Same in all Grey-water tank How much used sink and shower water the vehicle holds before you empty it. | Not specified | 24 L |
| Heating & power | ||
Same in all Heating & cooling when parked Whether you can heat or cool the living area while parked, and what it needs to run. | Not specified | Not specified |
Same in all Solar panel Whether a solar panel helps keep the house battery charged. | Not specified | Not specified |
Same in all Power supply How the vehicle is powered when parked: mains, battery, solar and more. | Not specified | 12V battery · alternator |
Same in all Cab heating & cooling Whether the cab has air-conditioning or heating while driving. | Not specified | A/C |
| Driving | ||
Same in all Vehicle length How long the vehicle is, for parking, campsites and ferry fares. | 4.40 m | 4.50 m |
Same in all Seatbelts How many people can travel with a seatbelt. | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Same in all Child seats & boosters Which child seats and boosters can be fitted, and how many. | Not specified | Not specified |
Same in all Exterior width How wide the vehicle is, for narrow roads, car parks and campsites. | Not specified | 1.40 m |
Same in all Exterior height How tall the vehicle is, for car parks, drive-throughs and low bridges. | Not specified | 1.90 m |
Same in all Reversing camera Whether a reversing camera is fitted. | Not specified | Not specified |
Same in all Gearbox Whether the vehicle is automatic or manual. | 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 | Cutaway | Photo 2 | Photo 3 | Photo 4 | Photo 5 | 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 Interior headroom How much standing room there is inside. | Living spaceSame in all Outdoor table & chairs Whether a table and chairs come with the vehicle or cost extra. | Living spaceSame in all Entertainment How you can play music, connect a phone and watch a screen. | 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 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 Fresh-water tank How much clean water you carry for drinking, cooking and washing. | Bathroom & waterSame in all Bathroom layout Whether the shower and toilet are separate or share one space. | Bathroom & waterSame in all Grey-water tank How much used sink and shower water the vehicle holds before you empty it. | 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 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:
Double bed
One shared bed for two people. Compare the dimensions, as double beds differ in size between vehicles.
More in the handbook: Tips for a good night's sleep
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
Not specified means the supplier doesn't publish this for that model. It doesn't mean the vehicle lacks it.
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
Not specified means the supplier doesn't publish this for that model. It doesn't mean the vehicle lacks it.
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.
Not specified means the supplier doesn't publish this for that model. It doesn't mean the vehicle lacks it.
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.
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
Not specified means the supplier doesn't publish this for that model. It doesn't mean the vehicle lacks it.
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.
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
Not specified means the supplier doesn't publish this for that model. It doesn't mean the vehicle lacks it.
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.
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
Not specified means the supplier doesn't publish this for that model. It doesn't mean the vehicle lacks it.
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
Not specified means the supplier doesn't publish this for that model. It doesn't mean the vehicle lacks it.
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
Not specified means the supplier doesn't publish this for that model. It doesn't mean the vehicle lacks it.
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.
Not specified means the supplier doesn't publish this for that model. It doesn't mean the vehicle lacks it.
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
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.
Not specified means the supplier doesn't publish this for that model. It doesn't mean the vehicle lacks 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.
Not specified means the supplier doesn't publish this for that model. It doesn't mean the vehicle lacks it.
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
Not specified means the supplier doesn't publish this for that model. It doesn't mean the vehicle lacks it.
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
Not specified means the supplier doesn't publish this for that model. It doesn't mean the vehicle lacks it.
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
Not specified means the supplier doesn't publish this for that model. It doesn't mean the vehicle lacks it.
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
Not specified means the supplier doesn't publish this for that model. It doesn't mean the vehicle lacks it.
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.
Not specified means the supplier doesn't publish this for that model. It doesn't mean the vehicle lacks it.
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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