Automatic Rooftop Tent Rental in Iceland

Q: How big is the mattress?

It ranges from 120 x 210 cm (47 x 83 in) in the Jeep Renegade 4xe up to 180 x 240 cm (71 x 94 in) in the Jeep Renegade Trailhawk. The Dacia Bigster and Duster (automatic) have a 145 x 210 cm (57 x 83 in) mattress.

Our automatic rooftop tent cars are 4x4 SUVs with an automatic gearbox and a tent for two on top, and most come with a full camping kit, so you can pick up the keys and go.

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Dacia Bigster 4x4 Roof Tent (automatic)

Dacia Bigster | 2026 model

New model 2026!

Automatic
5
2

Per day from 13,500 ISK 110 USD - 99 EUR - 83 GBP Approx.

Jeep Renegade 4xe Roof Tent (automatic)

Jeep Renegade 4xe | 2022-2023 Model

Automatic
5
2

Per day from 24,500 ISK 200 USD - 179 EUR - 150 GBP Approx.

Mitsubishi Eclipse 4x4 Roof Tent (automatic)

Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2023-2025

Automatic
5
2

Per day from 90,960 ISK 742 USD - 665 EUR - 556 GBP Approx.

Pull over, flip open the roof, and your bed for the night is ready. Our automatic rooftop tent cars are 4x4 SUVs with an automatic gearbox and a tent for two on top, and most come with a full camping kit, so you can pick up the keys and go. They suit couples and pairs of friends heading for F-roads and wild campsites. CDW insurance, unlimited mileage and VAT are included, with prices starting from 13,500 ISK per day.

Green mountain and gravel road seen through a car windscreen in Iceland

What Makes an Automatic Rooftop Tent Car Special?

4x4 + automatic

Every model on this page

One less thing to manage on gravel, hills and F-road tracks
Drives like an SUV

Dacia Bigster, Dacia Duster, Jeep Renegade, Mitsubishi Eclipse and Hyundai Tucson roof tent cars

The easiest vehicles in our fleet to drive and park
Bed above the ground

Mattresses from 120 x 210 cm47 x 83 in up to 180 x 240 cm71 x 94 in in the Jeep Renegade Trailhawk

Away from wet ground, with room for tall sleepers
Camping kit included in most models

Sleeping bags, stove, cookware and cooler in the Bigster, Duster (automatic), Renegade 4xe and Renegade Trailhawk

Fewer add-ons at checkout
Seats 5 while driving

5 seats in every model

Extra room for bags or day passengers

Heads-up

Every tent sleeps 2.

Rooftop tents have no heating and no bathroom, and you cook outside. They’re available from spring to autumn, not in winter, and outside summer proper layers and warm sleeping bags are a must.

Find the Right Automatic Rooftop Tent Car for Your Trip

Model	Seats / Sleeps	Mattress	Camping kit
Dacia Bigster 4x4 Roof Tent	52	145 x 210 cm57 x 83 in	Included: sleeping bags, pillows, chairs, stove, cookware, cooler, 10 L water tank
Jeep Renegade 4xe Roof Tent	52	120 x 210 cm47 x 83 in	Included: sleeping bags, stove, kitchenware, cooler, table & chairs, 10 L water tank
Mitsubishi Eclipse 4x4 Roof Tent	52	125 x 210 cm49 x 83 in	Camping stove included; bedding, kitchenware, table & chairs are add-ons

Good to know

Specs may vary by model and provider.

Every model is most comfortable for 2 adults. Check the latest details when you book.

Our pick

Dacia Bigster 4x4 Roof Tent

A 145 cm57 in wide mattress, and the tent opens to 115 cm45 in, so you can sit up inside. Full camping kit included.

View Dacia Bigster 4x4 Roof Tent

From 13,500 ISK per day

When Is the Best Time for an Automatic Rooftop Tent Trip?

Summer

Jun–Aug

Driving Conditions

Long daylight, close to 24 hours in June. F-roads usually open from late June; dates change every year, so check umferdin.is.

Why it fits this category

The easiest season. Mild nights, Highland access and late sunsets from your tent.
Spring & Autumn

Apr–May, Sep–Oct

Driving Conditions

Changeable weather and strong winds. Snow is possible, and most F-roads are closed outside summer.

Why it fits this category

Fewer crowds and Northern Lights chances from September. Nights can drop close to freezing, so pack warm layers and a good sleeping bag.
Winter

Nov–Mar

Driving Conditions

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

Why it fits this category

Not available: our rooftop tent cars are rented from spring to autumn only. For a winter trip in an automatic 4x4, look at our 4x4 campers.

Tip

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

Automatic Rooftop Tent vs. Manual Rooftop Tent vs. Automatic 4x4 Camper

	Automatic Rooftop Tent	Manual Rooftop Tent	Automatic 4x4 Camper
Gearbox	Automatic	Manual	Automatic
F-roads & Highlands	Allowed (rules vary by model)	Allowed (rules vary by model)	Allowed (rules vary by model)
Sleeps	2	2	3–5
Heating	None	None	Heated sleeping area
Where you sleep	In a tent on the roof	In a tent on the roof	Inside the camper
Daily rate	Low	Low	Higher
Best for	Couples who want easy driving on F-roads	Couples comfortable with a clutch	Heated Highland trips for 3–5

Prefer a warm bed inside when the wind picks up, or traveling with more than two? An automatic 4x4 camper is the step up.

Want heating? See Automatic 4x4 Campers

Comfortable with manual? See all Rooftop Tents

Automatic Rooftop Tent Rental FAQs

Which rooftop tent cars are automatic?

The Dacia Bigster 4x4 Roof Tent, Dacia Duster 4x4 Roof Tent (automatic, 2026), Jeep Renegade 4xe Roof Tent, Jeep Renegade Trailhawk 4x4 Roof Tent, Mitsubishi Eclipse 4x4 Roof Tent and Hyundai Tucson 4x4 Roof Tent.

Is camping gear included?

In most models, yes. The Bigster, Duster (automatic), Renegade 4xe and Renegade Trailhawk come with sleeping bags, a stove, cookware and a cooler. On the Mitsubishi Eclipse and Hyundai Tucson, bedding and kitchen gear are add-ons, and the Eclipse includes a camping stove.

How big is the mattress?

It ranges from 120 x 210 cm47 x 83 in in the Jeep Renegade 4xe up to 180 x 240 cm71 x 94 in in the Jeep Renegade Trailhawk. The Dacia Bigster and Duster (automatic) have a 145 x 210 cm57 x 83 in mattress.

Are rooftop tents heated?

No, none of them has heating. They’re available from spring to autumn, not in winter, and outside summer proper layers and a warm sleeping bag are a must.

Can I drive these cars on F-roads?

Yes, they’re all 4x4, but the rules vary by model. The Hyundai Tucson isn’t allowed on the F249 or F88, and the F208 from Landmannalaugar is at your own risk. The Jeep Renegade 4xe is a plug-in hybrid, and hybrids are sensitive to water, so avoid river crossings.

Why is there an extra fee on the Jeep Renegade 4xe?

It’s a plug-in hybrid, and a daily road fee applies to hybrid vehicles in Iceland. The other automatic rooftop tent cars don’t carry this fee.

What’s included in the price?

CDW insurance, unlimited mileage and VAT are always included. The Dacia Bigster, Dacia Duster (automatic) and Jeep Renegade Trailhawk also come with a fuel discount card.