Here's a little taste of the insights you'll find
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The NZ motorhome market has seen a lot of ups and downs in recent years. There was the COVID-era surge, followed by supply chain disruption, followed by a prolonged period of correction.
To help you navigate current and future market shifts, this report reviews:
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How COVID-19 led to an unexpected surge in new motorhome registrations within New Zealand
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Why the industry faced supply chain challenges post-pandemic, such as availability, timeline delays, and pricing increases
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How the market absorbed the COVID-era surge, and what the data says about where it's heading next
After four consecutive years of decline, the rate of contraction slowed markedly in 2025 (−1.9%) compared to prior years (−6.3% in 2024, −28.7% in 2023). At 739 units, the private market may be nearing its post-COVID floor.
The New Zealand Motorhome Market: Trends, Brands and Buyer Insights (2019 – 2025)
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When searching for motorhome dealers in NZ, you’ll find dozens of RV brands, like TrailLite and Benimar – plus those like HYMER whose parent company is EHG, and KEA, which comes from Tourism Holdings Limited (THL).
In this expert RV market report, you’ll discover which motorhome brands are earning the trust of Kiwis through our market share analysis on:
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Leading brands in the NZ motorhome market – reflecting both global supply dynamics and local dealer performance
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Market share by parent company, many of which own multiple brands across different market segments
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How brand rankings shifted dramatically in 2025, and what that tells you about where the market is heading
7 of 10 top brands are gaining share, indicating healthy consolidation around quality performers.
The New Zealand Motorhome Market: Trends, Brands and Buyer Insights (2019 – 2025)
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Your choice of RV platform can impact everything from drive comfort and safety features to long-term servicing costs. It affects key aspects of your motorhome and often dictates brand loyalty.
Five platforms have long dominated the New Zealand market – FIAT Ducato, Ford Transit, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, Volkswagen Crafter, and IVECO Daily. The 2025 data also points to a sixth worth watching: LDV, the Chinese-manufactured platform that captured 12.6% of total private market and tourism registrations in 2025.
Your motorhome market buyer insight report looks at each of these platforms and provides market share data from 2019 to 2025.
[FIAT’s] focus on the motorhome sector — unique among commercial vehicle makers — has made the Ducato the chassis of choice for the majority of European motorhome builders.
The New Zealand Motorhome Market: Trends, Brands and Buyer Insights (2019 – 2025)
