Cozy 4x4 Camper Rental in Iceland

Q: How big are the beds?

The Hilux has a 120 x 190 cm (47 x 75 in) roof bed and a 110 x 190 cm (43 x 75 in) lower bed. The Adventure + has a 203 x 113 cm (80 x 44 in) lower bed and a 200 x 110 cm (79 x 43 in) roof bed. Both work best with one adult per bed.

Want the Highlands without driving a house? Our cozy 4x4 campers are the compact end of our 4x4 range, sleeping up to three. Each has a heated sleeping area, a sink with running water and four-wheel drive for F-roads. They’re the right size for couples, a pair of friends, or a trio going off the beaten track. CDW insurance, unlimited mileage and VAT are included, with prices starting from 25,070 ISK per day.

Waterfall in Iceland seen from the bed in the back of a van

What Makes a Cozy 4x4 Camper Special?

4WD in a compact body

Pickup campers (Campervan 4x4 Hilux) and mid-size vans (Campervan 4x4 Adventure +, Campervan Fun 4x4)

Less bulk to handle on narrow gravel tracks than a full-size van
Two separate beds

Pop-up roof bed plus a lower bed in the Hilux and Adventure +

Two people can each have a bed, or three can share the space
Heated sleeping area

A heater in every model

Highland nights get cold, even in July
Kitchen on board

Sink with running water in every model; double-burner stove in the Hilux and Adventure +

Hot meals far from any restaurant
Campsite power

220V & 12V in the Hilux and Adventure +

Charge cameras and phones when you plug in

Heads-up

None of these campers has a toilet or shower, and each model has its own F-road rules (see the FAQs below).

Find the Right Cozy 4x4 Camper for Your Trip

Model	Seats	Sleeps (max)	Beds	Most comfortable for	Transmission
Campervan 4x4 Hilux	4	3 adults or 2 adults + 2 kids	Roof 120 x 190 cm47 x 75 in · Lower 110 x 190 cm43 x 75 in	2 adults, one per bed	Manual or automatic
Campervan 4x4 Adventure +	4	3 or 2 adults + 2 kids	Lower 203 x 113 cm80 x 44 in · Roof 200 x 110 cm79 x 43 in	2 adults, one per bed (max 2 in winter)	Automatic

Good to know

Specs may vary by model and provider.

Check the latest details when you book.

Our pick

Campervan 4x4 Hilux

One bed each, or share the 120 cm roof bed. All F-roads are allowed, with no river crossings, and a camping table and chairs are included.

View 4x4 Hilux

From 26,000 ISK per day

When Is the Best Time for a Cozy 4x4 Camper Trip?

Summer

late Jun–early Sep

Driving Conditions

F-roads usually open from late June; dates change every year, so check umferdin.is. Long daylight.

Why it fits this category

This is the only window for Highland routes, and pop-up roof beds are at their best.
Spring & Autumn

Apr–mid Jun, Sep–Oct

Driving Conditions

Most F-roads stay closed, and there’s mud, early snow and strong wind.

Why it fits this category

4WD grip helps on regular gravel and snowy roads. Heated sleeping areas and darker skies from September bring Northern Lights chances.
Winter

Nov–Mar

Driving Conditions

F-roads are closed. Ice, storms and about 4–5 hours of daylight in December.

Why it fits this category

4WD adds grip on snowy regular roads but doesn’t open the Highlands. The Campervan 4x4 Adventure + takes a maximum of 2 people, because the roof bed is too cold and the water system isn’t available.

Tip

Check umferdin.is and vedur.is every morning before you drive.

Cozy 4x4 vs. Family 4x4 vs. Cozy Camper (2WD)

	Cozy 4x4 Camper	Family 4x4 Camper	Cozy Camper (2WD)
Drive	4WD	4WD	2WD
F-roads	Allowed (rules vary by model)	Allowed (rules vary by model)	Not allowed
Sleeps	Up to 3	4–5	Up to 3
Bathroom	None	None	None
Best for	Couples and trios heading inland	Families and groups heading inland	Ring Road and main routes

If your route stays on paved roads, a 4x4 is extra you won’t use. If you need a private bathroom, look at our motorhomes.

Cozy 4x4 Camper Rental FAQs

Can cozy 4x4 campers go on every F-road?

The Campervan 4x4 Hilux and Campervan Fun 4x4 can take all F-roads but no river crossings. The Adventure + is limited to routes 35 (Kjölur), 550 (Kaldidalur) and 208 from the north, up to the river before the Landmannalaugar campsite.

Which cozy 4x4 campers are automatic?

The Campervan 4x4 Adventure + and Campervan Fun 4x4 are automatic. The Campervan 4x4 Hilux comes in manual or automatic.

How big are the beds?

The Hilux has a 120 x 190 cm47 x 75 in roof bed and a 110 x 190 cm43 x 75 in lower bed. The Adventure + has a 203 x 113 cm80 x 44 in lower bed and a 200 x 110 cm79 x 43 in roof bed. Both work best with one adult per bed.

Is there a toilet or shower?

No, so plan on campsite facilities. Highland campsites have more basic services than those on the Ring Road.

Can a family of four fit?

The Hilux and Adventure + can take 2 adults + 2 small kids, but 3 adults is their maximum. For four or more, our family 4x4 campers are the better fit.

Can I rent a cozy 4x4 camper in winter?

Yes, but F-roads are closed in winter, so the 4WD is for grip on snowy regular roads. In winter, the Campervan 4x4 Adventure + takes a maximum of 2 travelers.

What’s included in the price?

CDW insurance, unlimited mileage and VAT are always included. The Campervan 4x4 Hilux also comes with a camping table and chairs, and the Campervan Fun 4x4 with WiFi and GPS.