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McRent motorhome hire in New Zealand

McRent low-profiles, overcabs and a campervan from Auckland and Christchurch, to explore both islands with unlimited mileage

per day, from (observed prices)
€69
branches
3
departure cities
2
models
9
countries
20
of offers recorded with unlimited mileage
100%
excess approximately, recorded on all models
€3,800
  • Airport branch
  • Unlimited mileage in all offers recorded
  • One departure on each island: Auckland and Christchurch
  • Up to six berths with the Family Plus
  • Rental brand of the Erwin Hymer Group
  • McRent network present in 20 countries

Official website of the rental company

The rental company

McRent in New Zealand, one depot on each island

McRent is best known in Europe, but the rental arm of the German manufacturer Erwin Hymer also rents in New Zealand. It has two departure points there, one per island. In the north, the Auckland depot is in Pokeno, in the Waikato, about fifty kilometres south of the city centre. In the south, the Christchurch one is located in Burnside, north-west of the city.

The network’s vehicle families are found in New Zealand too: the Urban campervan, the Compact and Comfort low-profiles, and the Family models, which sleep up to six. A model with a local name completes the range: the Kiwi Compact, a three-berth low-profile. Of the nine models recorded by CoolDrive in October 2026, only one is a campervan: the fleet leans clearly towards coachbuilt vehicles.

All the McRent offers recorded in the country include unlimited mileage, which matters on a route linking volcanoes, fjords and glaciers. The excess recorded, the same for every model, is about €3,800.

Our verdict: a good option for travelling in a spacious motorhome, with departures possible in the north as well as the south. The limitations: only two cities, an Auckland depot away from the city and its airport, and a substantial excess to cover. Also allow time for the return, as the contract sets out the required cleanliness of the vehicle returned.

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 subsidiary of Erwin Hymer Group
Parent company
Erwin Hymer Group · itself owned by Thor Industries
Vehicle families
Urban, Compact, Comfort, Family, Kiwi Compact · from the two-berth campervan to the six-berth overcab
Models recorded
9 · one campervan, six low-profiles or A-class, two Family overcabs
Website
mcrent.eu

Rental conditions

Kilometres
Unlimited · in 100% of the offers recorded in October 2026
Excess
About €3,800 · same amount for all nine models recorded
Minimum age
Depends on the offer · to check before booking
Driving licence
Valid national licence · approved translation or international driving permit if not in English
One-way hire
Subject to availability · enter a different return city in the search to find out
Return
Clean vehicle · return conditions set in the contract

Insurance and extras

Excess reduction
On request · our experts explain the options offered
Equipment
Detailed in each offer · check crockery and bedding before booking

Network and availability

Auckland depot
Pokeno (Waikato) · about fifty kilometres south of the centre
Christchurch depot
Burnside · north-west of the city
Driving
On the left · as everywhere in New Zealand
International presence
20 countries · mainly in Europe, as well as Japan
The fleet

McRent vehicles in New Zealand

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

Observed prices

Prices recorded at McRent in New Zealand

Vehicle Winter July Spring October Summer January Autumn April
Campervan from €231/day median €231/day from €69/day median €69/day from €239/day median €251/day from €204/day median €204/day
Low-profile motorhome from €217/day median €239/day from €141/day median €162/day from €244/day median €278/day from €211/day median €224/day
Large motorhome from €77/day median €235/day from €170/day median €175/day from €283/day median €303/day from €159/day median €217/day

Daily prices recorded at McRent on October 21, 2026 for a 14-day rental from its branches in New Zealand: CoolDrive selling price, mandatory fees included. 100% of offers with unlimited mileage. Median excess: €3,798.

Branches

McRent branches in New Zealand

Network

McRent also operates in 19 other countries

Comparison

McRent compared with other rental companies in New Zealand

Our comparison of the country's rental companies: each has its strengths depending on your trip.

Rental company Vehicles Mileage Best for
McRent One Urban campervan, Compact and Comfort low-profiles, Family overcabs Unlimited in 100% of the offers recorded Coachbuilt motorhomes, departure on each island
Pacific Horizon Campervans, low-profiles and large motorhomes (GEM-4, SAM, Max 4Berth) Unlimited in 100% of the offers recorded Varied range, 3 departure cities
Star RV Rentals Campervan and overcabs (Polaris 2, 4 and 6) Unlimited in 100% of the offers recorded Families, 3 departure cities
Kiwi Campers Converted vans (Kiwi 2, Kiwi Hi 4, Kiwi Hi 5, Deluxe) Unlimited in 100% of the offers recorded Wide choice of campervans, 2 departure cities
Jucy Rentals Campervans (Crib, Condo, Chaser) Unlimited in 100% of the offers recorded Compact campervans, 4 departure cities
Our view

McRent: who is it for, and who should look elsewhere?

McRent is ideal if…

  • You prefer a coachbuilt motorhome to a simple converted van
  • You want to start with the North Island from Auckland or the South Island from Christchurch
  • Your route strings together long stages: no offer recorded limits kilometres
  • You are travelling as a family or with friends: the Family models sleep up to six
  • You want to find in New Zealand the McRent ranges you have already tried in Europe

McRent is not ideal if…

  • You want to set off from Wellington, Queenstown or a city other than Christchurch and Auckland
  • You want to collect the vehicle as you leave Auckland airport
  • You cannot set aside about €3,800 of excess in your budget
  • You are mainly looking for a small campervan: only one model of this type was recorded at McRent
  • You plan to sleep outside campsites without checking the vehicle’s certification
Practical tips

Our tips for booking with McRent

  1. Choose your departure island

    From Pokeno, south of Auckland, you are already on the road to the Waikato, Rotorua and the Coromandel Peninsula. From Christchurch, the Southern Alps, Lake Tekapo and the West Coast are within a few stages. Start from the island where most of your itinerary lies.

  2. Find out about freedom camping

    In New Zealand, sleeping outside a campground is restricted, at most authorised sites, to vehicles certified self-contained. Ask our experts whether the model you have in mind carries this certification. Otherwise, plan nights at campsites or paid sites.

  3. Book the Cook Strait ferry

    To get from one island to the other, ferries link Wellington to Picton in just over three hours. In the southern summer, from December to February, crossings with a vehicle fill up quickly: book them as soon as your dates are fixed.

  4. Allow plenty of time for journeys

    Driving is on the left and the roads, often winding and two-lane, lower the average speed, especially at the wheel of a motorhome. Plan short stages, particularly over passes such as Arthur's Pass or Haast Pass, where chains may be required in winter.

  5. Prepare for returning the vehicle

    The contract sets the return conditions, in particular the cleanliness of the interior and the emptying of the tanks. Set aside an hour on the last day to clean, fill up and empty the waste water: this way you avoid fees charged on return.

What travellers ask

Your questions about McRent

Where are the McRent depots in New Zealand?

McRent offers two departure cities. The Auckland depot is located in Pokeno, in the Waikato, about fifty kilometres south of the centre: plan a transfer from the airport or the city. The Christchurch one is in Burnside, north-west of the city. The exact addresses and opening hours appear in the details of each offer.

Are kilometres unlimited with McRent in New Zealand?

Yes. The 72 McRent offers recorded by CoolDrive in October 2026 in New Zealand all include unlimited mileage, from the Urban campervan to the large Family models. You can therefore string together Northland, the volcanic region and the South Island without counting kilometres. Fuel and the ferry between the two islands, however, still need budgeting.

Which McRent model should I choose for New Zealand?

For two, the Urban Plus is the only campervan in the range recorded, easier to park on narrow roads. The Compact Plus or the Comfort Standard add a roomier living area for two. The Kiwi Compact offers three berths, and the Family Plus has six for a group or a large family.

Can I go freedom camping with a McRent motorhome?

It depends on the vehicle. New Zealand reserves most freedom camping sites for vehicles certified self-contained, equipped in particular with a fixed toilet and waste-water tanks. Ask our experts whether the model chosen is certified before booking. If not, plan campsites or serviced areas for every night.

How much does a McRent hire cost in New Zealand?

A McRent campervan starts at €69 per day in October, mandatory fees included, according to our prices recorded in October 2026 for a two-week hire. In January, the height of the southern summer, median prices reach about €251 for a campervan, €278 for a low-profile and €303 for a large motorhome. For the rate for your period, search with your dates.

Verified customer reviews

They rented with McRent

4.3
818 reviews

Quick and efficient response

Bruno S.
New Zealand · Oct 2025
Avis Vérifiés

Responsive to emails and good advice

(anonymous)
New Zealand · Feb 2024
Avis Vérifiés

The car was very good. It's just that for tall people (I am 1.89m), it's short for sleeping lengthwise. With 20 cm more, it would have been more comfortable. But that's just something to know when you are tall. We also hadn't been really warned about the legislation regarding Self Contained vehicles in New Zealand. Since the vehicle did not meet these standards, we spent two months looking for free camping spots, often stressing about getting caught. But we faced zero fines in 2 months. Finally, the fridge never worked in the car, but we had just experienced that for a month and a half in Australia as well, so we were used to living without a fridge.

Lisa A.
New Zealand · Apr 2025
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Frequently asked questions

FAQ — McRent motorhome hire in New Zealand

Why book McRent with CoolDrive?

A single CoolDrive search shows you McRent alongside the other New Zealand rental companies, for the same dates and the same city. The price shown includes mandatory fees, with no surprises at the counter. Our experts, reachable before and during the trip, help you choose between Auckland and Christchurch, check the vehicle’s certification and organise the ferry crossing.

What excess applies with McRent in New Zealand?

In the McRent offers recorded in New Zealand, the excess is about €3,800, whatever the model. This is the amount you would have to pay in the event of damage. The security deposit amount and the options for reducing the excess are stated in the offer: our experts can explain them to you before booking.

Can I take the McRent motorhome on the ferry between the two islands?

The ferries crossing the Cook Strait, from Wellington to Picton, accept motorhomes, and most itineraries go that way. However, check in the offer terms that the rental company does not impose any restriction. The ferry ticket is not included in the hire: book it in advance, especially between December and February.

Can I set off from Auckland and return the vehicle in Christchurch?

A one-way hire between the two depots saves driving the route back in reverse, but it is not offered on all dates. Enter Auckland as the departure city and Christchurch as the return city, or vice versa: the search only shows offers that accept this trip, with any fees included in the price.

What licence do I need to drive a McRent motorhome in New Zealand?

A valid national driving licence is enough for a tourist stay, provided it is written in English. If not, New Zealand law requires an approved translation or an international driving permit to be shown with the original. On the rental company’s side, each offer specifies the age required and the number of years the licence must have been held: check them before booking.

Which season should I choose for hiring with McRent in New Zealand?

Between December and February, in the height of the southern summer, the days are long, but demand and rates climb. Spring, in October and November, and autumn, in March and April, leave quieter roads and often gentler prices. In winter, from June to August, the South Island calls for experience on snowy roads.

About us

McRent in New Zealand, to book on CoolDrive Nomad

In New Zealand, McRent lets you set off in the north from Pokeno, south of Auckland, or in the south from Burnside, in Christchurch. Its range focuses on coachbuilt motorhomes: Compact and Comfort low-profiles, the three-berth Kiwi Compact, and Family models for up to six. Mileage is unlimited in all offers recorded, an asset for crossing both islands from Cape Reinga to Fiordland.

On CoolDrive Nomad, you compare McRent with the country’s other rental companies, such as Pacific Horizon, Star RV Rentals, Kiwi Campers or Jucy Rentals, then book at the price shown, mandatory fees included. Our experts help you with country-specific questions: self-contained certification, the Cook Strait ferry, foreign licences or one-way hire between the two depots. To see the price for your dates, run a search from Auckland or Christchurch.

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