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What Is a Panel Van?

Vans are used in everyday life to transport heavy or bulky objects. Motorhome manufacturers have taken advantage of the large interior space in a van and cleverly converted it into a comfortable living and sleeping area. The result is an easy to drive campervan that offers a lot of comfort despite its compact size. However, these types of campervans don’t always have a toilet on board, but quite often a portable toilet can be added. Larger models on the other hand have space for a narrow shower and a toilet.

At McRent and roadsurfer small campervans are always very popular and in high demand. They are ideal for city breaks and days out in the mountains. It is easier to drive a smaller campervan on narrow and winding roads. During the winter depending on your chosen campervan, you can add snow chains to it.

Here Is What Your Panel Van Could Look Like

Tips on How to Book the Right Campervan

It’s important to choose the right campervan so that you have a great campervan holiday. Families with children will want to book a different kind of campervan in comparison to a couple who would like to go on a camping holiday with their dog. The large selection of campervans at CamperDays ensures that there is a campervan for everyone. Below we have listed some helpful tips that will help you to find the perfect campervan.

Think about what features are important to you. Use the filters on our website to search and select the features and accessories you would like to have.
Almost all the campervans have a floor plan or photos of the interior. Browse through our wide range of campervans and choose one that suits you.
Depending on your driving experience and destination, it may be a good idea to rent a small campervan. Panel vans are available with a vehicle length of four metres.

Tip

When you rent a small campervan the rental company will be more than happy to give you a brief introduction about the vehicle when you pick it up. It is a good idea to take the campervan for a test drive around the rental site so that you can familiarise yourself with the vehicle!

Details & Features of Our Panel Vans


Dimension	7 m long
Average fuel consumption	Around 20 l
Vehicle payload	Around 300-400 kg

Interior

Enough room for 2 people
Kitchenette
Small fridge or cool box
Gas cooker

Exterior

Awning, if applicable
Roof tent, if applicable

Sleeping In a Campervan: Lots of Comfort for a Small Space

Even the smallest campervans in our range have enough space to sit back and relax. Depending on the chosen model a maximum of two adults and two children can sit comfortably in the campervan on a double bed at the back of the vehicle, on folding seats or in the roof tent. A roof tent is very exciting for a lot of people because sleeping on the roof of a campervan is something very out of the ordinary. However, if you would like to spend the night at a campsite we recommend that you check in advance whether roof tents are permitted.

Cooking In a Panel Van: Small Space, Great Taste

Although in most panel vans space is quite limited there is usually a kitchenette with a small fridge and a gas cooker. This is everything you will need to prepare quick meals and snacks. There are also clever storage spaces for food, crockery and cutlery. Depending on the model you can also use the gas cooker on a special device on the outside of the vehicle. Modern panel vans also have a small sink and a seating area with a table where you can enjoy your meal.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Panel Vans

What are the advantages of a panel van?

Panel vans usually wow people because of their size and how easy they are to drive. The vehicle has a compact size and it is ideal for beginners. In addition, trying to find a parking space and parking a panel van is a lot easier because of the size of the vehicle. They are usually about four or five metres long. Last but not least, they have a good price-performance ratio. This type of vehicle is also suitable for a small holiday budget.

Who would you recommend a small campervan for?

A panel van is ideal for young holidaymakers who generally opt for a smaller campervan. It offers enough space for relaxing in the evening after long days out and it is easy to drive. They are the ideal choice for a smaller budget. Families with small children also enjoy going on holiday in a small campervan. Panel vans don’t have a lot of room but they are the ideal choice for anyone who would like to spend most of their holiday outdoors. Panel vans are compact but quite cosy and great for relaxing in when the weather outside isn’t great.

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