FFAC
BMW IX3
AutomaticElectric4x4
Not allowed on F-roads but allowed on road 35 and 550
Can Your Vehicle Go on F-Roads?
F-roads are mountain roads in Iceland's interior highlands. Only 4WD vehicles with sufficient ground clearance are permitted. Check which rental vehicles are approved for F-road driving below.
Important: Legal Requirement
Driving a 2WD vehicle on F-roads is illegal in Iceland and can result in heavy fines. It also voids your rental insurance. Always check your vehicle's capability before attempting F-road routes.
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UFAI
BMW X3
AutomaticHybrid4x4
Not allowed on F-roads but allowed on road 35 and 550
LFAI
BMW X5
AutomaticHybrid4x4
Not allowed on F-roads but allowed on road 35 and 550
SGCH
Dacia Bigster
ManualPetrol or Diesel4x4
Allowed on F-roads
CXCN
Dacia Duster Camping
ManualPetrol or Diesel4x4 + Rooftop Tent
Allowed on F-roads
MDAN
Hyundai i10
AutomaticPetrol or Diesel2WD
Not allowed on F-roads
IFAI
Hyundai Tucson
AutomaticHybrid4x4
Not allowed on F-roads but allowed on road 35 and 550
SFDI
KIA Sorento plug-in
AutomaticHybrid4x4
Not allowed on F-roads but allowed on road 35 and 550
PFAN
Landrover Defender
AutomaticPetrol or Diesel4x4
Allowed on F-roads
PFAI
Landrover Defender Plug-in
AutomaticHybrid4x4
Allowed on F-roads
RFDI
Landrover Discovery Sport PHEV
AutomaticHybrid4x4
Allowed on F-roads
JGAR
Mazda CX-30
AutomaticPetrol or Diesel2WD
Not allowed on F-roads
LFDI
Mercedes Benz GLE Plug-in
AutomaticHybrid4x4
Not allowed on F-roads but allowed on road 35 and 550
RGAC
Nissan Ariya AWD SUV Electric
AutomaticElectric4x4
Not allowed on F-roads
WFBI
Range Rover Sport PHEV
AutomaticHybrid4x4
Not allowed on F-roads but allowed on road 35 and 550
CGAI
Renault Captur Plug-in
AutomaticHybrid2WD
Not allowed on F-roads
PDAC
Tesla Model 3
AutomaticElectric2WD
Not allowed on F-roads
UGDC
Tesla Model Y
AutomaticElectric4x4
Not allowed on F-roads
SHMN
Toyota Hilux Camper
ManualPetrol or Diesel4x4
Allowed on F-roads
GFAR
Landcruiser 250
AutomaticPetrol or Diesel4x4
Allowed on F-roads
FMDN
VW Caravelle (4wd)
AutomaticPetrol or Diesel4x4
Allowed on F-roads
DDAC
VW ID.3 Electric
AutomaticElectric2WD
Not allowed on F-roads
JGDC
VW ID.4 EV AWD Electric
AutomaticElectric4x4
Not allowed on F-roads
MBMN
Toyota Aygo
ManualPetrol or Diesel2WD
Not allowed on F-roads
EDMN
Toyota Yaris
ManualPetrol or Diesel2WD
Not allowed on F-roads
EDAN
Toyota Yaris or similar
AutomaticPetrol or Diesel2WD
Not allowed on F-roads
ESMN
Suzuki Swift
ManualPetrol or Diesel4x4
Not allowed on F-roads
CDMN
Volkswagen Golf
ManualPetrol or Diesel2WD
Not allowed on F-roads
CDAN
Volkswagen Golf
AutomaticPetrol or Diesel2WD
Not allowed on F-roads
CWMN
Hyundai i30 Wagon
Manual2WD
Not allowed on F-roads
CWAN
Hyundai i30 Wagon
Automatic2WD
Not allowed on F-roads
IDAR
Toyota Corolla Sedan
AutomaticPetrol or Diesel2WD
Not allowed on F-roads
IWAR
Toyota Corolla Wagon
AutomaticPetrol or Diesel2WD
Not allowed on F-roads
IWAN
Skoda Octavia Wagon
AutomaticPetrol or Diesel4x4
Not allowed on F-roads but allowed on road 35 and 550
EFMN
Dacia Duster (2022-2023)
ManualPetrol or Diesel4x4
Allowed on F-roads
CFMN
Dacia Duster
ManualPetrol or Diesel4x4
Allowed on F-roads
IFMN
KIA Sportage
ManualPetrol or Diesel4x4
Allowed on F-roads
IFAR
KIA Sportage
AutomaticPetrol or Diesel4x4
Allowed on F-roads
SFAN
KIA Sorento
AutomaticPetrol or Diesel4x4
Allowed on F-roads
FFAR
Landcruiser 150
AutomaticPetrol or Diesel4x4
Allowed on F-roads
IVMN
VW Caddy Maxi 7 seater
ManualPetrol or Diesel2WD
Not allowed on F-roads
LVMN
Ford Transit 9 seater
ManualPetrol or Diesel2WD
Not allowed on F-roads
LVAN
VW Caravelle 9 seater (2wd)
AutomaticPetrol or Diesel2WD
Not allowed on F-roads
SVMN
Ford Transit 14 seater
ManualPetrol or Diesel2WD
Not allowed on F-roads
FVAR
Mercedes Benz Sprinter 15 seater
AutomaticPetrol or Diesel4x4
Allowed on F-roads
OVMN
Ford Transit 17 seater
ManualPetrol or Diesel2WD
Not allowed on F-roads
EKMN
VW Caddy Cargo
ManualPetrol or Diesel2WD
Not allowed on F-roads
FKNN
Ford Transit Custom Cargo
ManualPetrol or Diesel2WD
Not allowed on F-roads
FKMN
Ford Transit Cargo
ManualPetrol or Diesel2WD
Not allowed on F-roads
OKMQ
Ford Transit S/Cab Cargo Box
ManualPetrol or Diesel2WD
Not allowed on F-roads
LDAR
Mercedes Benz E Class
AutomaticPetrol or Diesel2WD
Not allowed on F-roads
LFAR
Audi Q7
AutomaticPetrol or Diesel4x4
Not allowed on F-roads but allowed on road 35 and 550
LFAV
Landrover Discovery
AutomaticPetrol or Diesel4x4
Not allowed on F-roads but allowed on road 35 and 550
WFBR
Landrover Defender 130 SUV 7 seater
AutomaticPetrol or Diesel4x4
Not allowed on F-roads but allowed on road 35 and 550
FHMN
Fiat Benivan 160 Motorhome
ManualPetrol or Diesel2WD
Not allowed on F-roads
JXMN
VW Caddy Maxi Handicap
ManualPetrol or Diesel2WD
Not allowed on F-roads
DGAC
KIA E-Niro Electric
AutomaticElectric2WD
Not allowed on F-roads
F-Road Requirements
Vehicle Must Be 4WD
All four wheels must be able to receive power. 2WD and AWD vehicles are strictly prohibited on F-roads by Icelandic law.
Sufficient Ground Clearance
Minimum 200mm ground clearance recommended. F-roads have deep ruts, large rocks, and river crossings.
Proper Insurance Coverage
Ensure your rental agreement includes F-road coverage. Standard insurance typically excludes highland driving.