Maui vs Star RV
A side-by-side look at Maui and Star RV — what each includes, how they score with renters, and which fits your New Zealand trip best.
At a Glance
Maui
Star RV
Founded
1982; acquired by Tourism Holdings Limited in 1988 and still operated by thl
2012
Headquarters
Auckland
Auckland, New Zealand (THL Group)
Fleet size
Five New Zealand categories (fleet vehicle count not published)
3 models
Pickup
Auckland, Christchurch, Queenstown
Auckland, Christchurch, Queenstown
Fleet & Vehicles
Both Maui and Star RV operate fleets tailored to conditions in New Zealand. See each vendor's page for full fleet breakdowns.
Maui fleet
Two adults who want floor space
Ultima
Two adults bringing one child
Ultima Plus
Four to six on sealed routes
Cascade · Beach · River
Star RV fleet
Couples and solo travellers
Polaris 2-Berth
Families and groups of four
Polaris 4-Berth
Large families and groups
Polaris 6-Berth
Equipment & Inclusions
Default equipment included with a standard rental. Individual vehicles may vary. How we rate equipment →
Category
Maui
Star RV
Sleeping
Bedding included on all models
Linen, pillows, duvets and towels included on every Polaris model
Cooking
Gas stove, microwave, fridge/freezer, sink, pots, pans, plates, cutlery on all models
Two-burner gas cooker, microwave, sink, full kitchen kit included
Cooling
Fridge/freezer on all models
Fridge on every model: 90 L on the Polaris 2, 130 L on the Polaris 4 and 6
Heating
Diesel living-area heating on all five current New Zealand categories
Fan heater available as an addon extra
Power
12V house battery, 240V mains hookup, solar panel on all models
12 V interior lighting, USB charging ports throughout, 240 V campground hookup
Water
Hot shower, flush toilet, fresh and grey water tanks on all models (certified self-contained)
Water filter, indoor shower and toilet on every model: 90 L fresh and 60 L grey on the Polaris 2, 82 L and 82 L on the Polaris 4 and 6; Star RV says every vehicle carries a green self-containment certificate
Categories verified for only one of the two are not listed.
Customer Reviews
Cancellation & Flexibility
Maui
No cancellation data available.
Star RV
No cancellation data available.
Who Should Choose Whom
Choose Mauiif…
- •You value newer automatic motorhomes with bathrooms and diesel heat
Choose Star RVif…
- •You value premium motorhomes on the jucy booking platform
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