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McRent Steyr c/o Exmanco Steyr Autoteile GmbHIm Stadtgut Zone D 6, 4407 Steyr
The rental company
McRent in Austria: Steyr and the Vienna area
In Austria, McRent, the Erwin Hymer group’s rental brand, relies on two partners. The first is based in Steyr, in Upper Austria, about forty kilometres south of Linz, where the valleys climbing towards the Limestone Alps open out. The second, attached to Vienna, is actually in Bruck an der Leitha, east of the capital, on the road to Bratislava and Lake Neusiedl.
The Austrian offer has eleven models split into four families: Urban vans, Compact and Comfort low-profile and A-class motorhomes, and Family low-profile and overcab models with up to five berths. All the models listed have a manual gearbox, and the Premium range is not included.
Across all the offers CoolDrive observed in October 2026, none limited the kilometres and the excess was €1,500, whatever the vehicle.
Our verdict: a serious choice for combining the Danube valley, the Salzkammergut and the Alpine roads, with vehicles from a major manufacturer and terms that are easy to read. The limits: only two depots, both away from city centres, no automatic gearbox and strong demand in summer. For Tyrol, expect a long first leg.
Rental company profile
McRent in detail: what you need to know
The key facts to decide whether McRent suits your trip.
General information
- Brand
- McRent · rental brand belonging to Erwin Hymer
- Rental company website
- mcrent.eu
- Families offered
- Urban, Compact, Comfort, Family · no Premium range in the Austrian offer
- Number of berths
- From 2 to 5 · five berths with the Family Plus and Family Luxury overcabs
- Gearbox
- Manual · on all the models listed
Rental conditions
- Kilometres
- Unlimited · in 100% of the offers recorded in Austria
- Observed excess
- €1,500 · identical for all vehicles recorded in October 2026
- Age and years holding a licence
- Stated in each offer · C1 licence if the gross weight exceeds 3.5 t
- Leaving the country
- Depending on the rental company’s terms · to read before planning Hungary, Slovakia or the Balkans
- Tolls
- Vignette or GO-Box depending on weight · and specific tolls on some tunnels and Alpine roads
Insurance and extras
- Equipment included
- Listed in the details of the offer · to check before paying
- Options
- To add when booking · bedding, towels or child seats depending on the offer
Network and availability
- Steyr
- Im Stadtgut Zone D 6, 4407 Steyr · Upper Austria, the town’s business park
- Vienna
- Alter Wiener Strasse 48-50, 2460 Bruck an der Leitha · east of Vienna, in Lower Austria
- McRent network
- 20 countries · including Germany, Switzerland, Italy and Croatia
The fleet
McRent vehicles in Austria
Models offered by the rental company. Not all of them are available at every branch: the search form shows availability and prices.
A-class motorhome
C-class motorhome
Campervan
Low-profile motorhome
Pop-top van
Observed prices
Prices recorded at McRent in Austria
| Vehicle | Winter January | Spring April | Summer July | Autumn October |
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| Campervan | from €123/day median €131/day | from €146/day median €160/day | from €149/day median €173/day | from €111/day median €119/day |
| Low-profile motorhome | from €148/day median €151/day | from €160/day median €182/day | from €165/day median €200/day | from €126/day median €169/day |
| Large motorhome | from €148/day median €154/day | from €163/day median €187/day | from €178/day median €207/day | from €131/day median €166/day |
Daily prices recorded at McRent on October 23, 2026 for a 14-day rental from its branches in Austria: CoolDrive selling price, mandatory fees included. 100% of offers with unlimited mileage. Median excess: €1,500.
Branches
McRent branches in Austria
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McRent Vienna c/o Camping.holiday CRC GmbH48-50, Alter Wiener Strasse, 2460 Bruck an der Leitha
Network
McRent also operates in 19 other countries
Comparison
McRent compared with other rental companies in Austria
Our comparison of the country's rental companies: each has its strengths depending on your trip.
| Rental company | Vehicles | Mileage | Best for |
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McRent
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Vans, low-profile, A-class and overcab motorhomes (Urban, Compact, Comfort, Family) | Unlimited in 100% of the observed offers | Eleven models, departures from Steyr and the Vienna area |
Anywhere Campers
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Low-profile, vans and overcabs (Sunlight, Carado, Adria Matrix) | Unlimited in 100% of the observed offers | Automatic gearboxes recorded, 7 departure cities |
Petroni
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A 4x4 van, standard vans, overcab and low-profile models (Rimor, Roller Team, Mc Louis) | Limited in the observed offers | Choice of a 4x4 van, 1 departure city |
Our view
McRent: who is it for, and who should look elsewhere?
McRent is ideal if…
- You want to take in the Wachau, the Salzkammergut and the lakes without counting the kilometres
- You are arriving via Vienna or Linz and want a depot less than an hour’s drive away
- You are travelling as a family and want a five-berth overcab
- You like to know the excess in advance, identical across the whole range recorded
- You are also heading for Bratislava or Lake Neusiedl, very close to the Vienna depot
McRent is not ideal if…
- You only drive automatics
- Your trip starts in Tyrol, Salzburg or Carinthia: both depots are in the north-east
- You want to pick up the vehicle in the very centre of Vienna
- You need four-wheel drive to leave the tarmac: Petroni has a 4x4 van in our records
- You want a large high-end Premium A-class, which is not in the Austrian offer
Practical tips
Our tips for booking with McRent
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Choose Steyr or Vienna according to your first stop
Steyr puts the Limestone Alps, the Enns valley and, a little further on, the Salzkammergut within reach on the first day. The depot attached to Vienna, in Bruck an der Leitha, is better suited to the Wachau, Burgenland and Lake Neusiedl. Starting from the one closest to your first destination avoids a long transfer leg.
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Sort out tolls before setting off
On Austrian motorways and expressways, a vehicle up to 3.5 t needs a vignette, which is available in a digital version; above that, the toll is paid per kilometre with a GO-Box unit. Ask at the counter what is already supplied with the motorhome, and budget separately for the tolls on certain tunnels and mountain pass roads.
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Keep some headroom on your credit card
The observed excess at McRent in Austria is €1,500 for all models. The security deposit is generally paid by credit card, in the name of the main driver: check the authorised limit a few days before departure, especially if other bookings are already blocked on it.
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Take your time at handover
Walk round the vehicle with the agent, photograph the bodywork and interior, check the inventory and save the assistance number in your phone. As the whole range is manual, also ask for a reminder about the vehicle’s size and engine braking before tackling mountain pass descents.
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Plan your nights at very busy sites
Around Hallstatt, the Salzkammergut lakes or the villages of the Wachau, motorhome parking is often regulated. In July and August, book campsites at the most popular stops and find the aires designed for motorhomes.
What travellers ask
Your questions about McRent
Where can you pick up a McRent motorhome in Austria?
McRent offers two departure points. The first is in Steyr, in the Im Stadtgut zone, in Upper Austria. The second, listed under the name Vienna, is in Bruck an der Leitha, Alter Wiener Strasse, east of the capital. If you are arriving by train or plane, plan a transfer to the chosen depot and check its opening hours in the offer.
Do you need a vignette for a motorhome in Austria?
Yes, on motorways and expressways. Up to 3.5 t, the motorhome travels with the Austrian vignette, also available in a digital version. Above this weight, the toll is paid per kilometre with a GO-Box unit. Some tunnels and Alpine roads add their own toll. Ask the depot whether a valid vignette is already supplied with the vehicle.
Which McRent family should you choose for an Austrian tour?
For two, an Urban van fits easily through the villages of the Wachau and along valley roads. A Compact or Comfort low-profile brings a more practical bathroom for a long stay. For families, the Family Plus and Family Luxury overcabs offer five berths. For mountain passes, a compact vehicle makes the hairpin bends easier.
Can you cross into Hungary or Slovakia with an Austrian McRent motorhome?
The depot attached to Vienna is a short distance from Bratislava and the Hungarian border, which makes a detour to the east tempting. The permitted countries depend on the rental company’s terms and are listed in the details of each offer. Read them before fixing your itinerary, especially if you are heading for the Balkans or Eastern Europe.
How much does a McRent hire cost in Austria?
Based on the prices recorded in October 2026, calculated for a two-week hire, a McRent van starts at €111 per day in October, mandatory fees included. In July, median prices reach around €173 for a van, €200 for a low-profile and €207 for a large motorhome. Prices vary with the dates: run a search for the exact amount.
Verified customer reviews
They rented with McRent
4.3
818 reviews
Everything is going online. You can clearly see how far along your applications are. The company handles changes and/or adjustments smoothly. Communication via email is easy, everything can be in your own language, and responses are quick and friendly, and solutions are found, even when KLM reported that they would no longer fly from our starting point. Everything was moved to another city. We are very positive about Cooldrive. We had a request for 3 campers for a total of 11 people.
W.
Austria · Jun 2024
Trustpilot
I asked for a booking reservation for a motorhome that was available on the website and it was discounted on my debit card, and one day later I was informed that the motorhome wasn't available. It was 5 days ago and I still haven't received my refund on my card yet. 2280 EUR.
T.
Austria · May 2024
Trustpilot
First rental of this type of vehicle in a professional context where the rental must take place from France to Canada. Many questions and Cooldrive (Marlène) has been a valuable support in guiding my choices. Efficiency and responsiveness beforehand, and on-site a vehicle and service that met our expectations. No complaints. Great!
Alain L.
Canada · Oct 2025
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Frequently asked questions
FAQ — McRent motorhome hire in Austria
Why book McRent with CoolDrive?
CoolDrive puts McRent offers in the same list as those of Anywhere Campers or Petroni for your Austrian dates. The price shown includes mandatory fees, and the actual depot address, the excess and the mileage are visible before payment. Our experts help you decide between Steyr and Bruck an der Leitha and remain reachable during the trip.
What excess should you expect with McRent in Austria?
All the McRent offers recorded in Austria in October 2026 showed an excess of €1,500, from the Urban van to the Comfort Luxury A-class. The amount applicable to your hire remains the one stated in the offer. The security deposit is generally requested on a credit card: ask our experts about ways to reduce the excess.
Are kilometres counted with McRent in Austria?
No, according to our records: every Austrian McRent offer observed in October 2026 included unlimited mileage. You can therefore drive from Vienna to Lake Constance or add a loop through Bavaria at no extra distance cost. This is not the rule for all rental companies in the country: at Petroni, the offers recorded had limited mileage.
Can you pick up the motorhome in Steyr and return it near Vienna?
Returning to another depot is only possible if the offer allows it. To find out, enter a different drop-off city in the search engine: only compatible offers appear, with any fees. If none is displayed, plan a loop, for example Steyr, the Salzkammergut, the Wachau and back to Steyr.
Can you hire a McRent motorhome in winter in Austria?
Our records also cover January, so offers exist out of season. In winter, Austrian regulations require suitable equipment when the road is snowy or icy, and some passes close. Check with the depot the vehicle’s winter equipment and how the heating works, and choose campsites that are open all year round.
Do Austrian McRent motorhomes have an automatic gearbox?
No: the eleven models listed for Austria, from the pop-top Urban Standard to the Family Luxury overcab, are fitted with a manual gearbox. If you insist on an automatic gearbox, compare with Anywhere Campers, several of whose vehicles recorded in Austria are automatic, or ask our experts about other possibilities for your dates.
About us
McRent in Austria, booked on CoolDrive Nomad
In Austria, McRent rents vans and motorhomes from the Erwin Hymer group’s brands from two depots: Steyr, in Upper Austria, and Bruck an der Leitha, east of Vienna. Eleven models make up the offer, from the pop-top Urban van to the five-berth Family overcabs, all with a manual gearbox. In the offers we recorded, mileage was unlimited and the excess was €1,500.
With CoolDrive Nomad, you can compare McRent with Anywhere Campers and Petroni for your dates, with an amount that already includes mandatory fees. Our team points you to the best-placed depot for your itinerary, from the Danube to the Alps, and helps you add the useful options. The final price is obtained by running a search on your own dates.
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