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Suzuki Swift
or similar Economy
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
$38.82
per day
Free cancellation
8.7
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
Airport Drive, R D 3, New Plymouth 4373, New Zealand
Please follow the sign to the car rental area
Drop-off information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
Airport Drive, R D 3, New Plymouth 4373, New Zealand
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Mazda 3
or similar Compact
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
$33.12
per day
Free cancellation
8.4
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
Terminal Building
Drop-off information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
Terminal Building
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
High deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
All-wheel drive
This is an all-wheel drive (AWD) vehicle.
Free additional driver
Toyota RAV4
or similar Full-size SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
3
A/C
5
$30.27
per day
Free cancellation
8.9
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)192 Airport Drive, New Plymouth
Rental desk is located in Terminal building.
Please follow signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
192 Airport Drive, New Plymouth
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
All-wheel drive
This is an all-wheel drive (AWD) vehicle.
Free additional driver
Mitsubishi Outlander
or similar Premium SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
7
2
A/C
5
$31.10
per day
Free cancellation
8.9
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
192 Airport Drive, New Plymouth
Rental desk is located in Terminal building.
Please follow signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
192 Airport Drive, New Plymouth
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
Mazda CX-30
or similar Compact SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
3
A/C
4
$34.07
per day
Free cancellation
8.4
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
Terminal Building
Drop-off information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
Terminal Building
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
High deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Kia Stonic
or similar Compact
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
$41.18
per day
Free cancellation
8.7
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
Airport Drive, R D 3, New Plymouth 4373, New Zealand
Please follow the sign to the car rental area
Drop-off information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
Airport Drive, R D 3, New Plymouth 4373, New Zealand
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Kia Seltos
or similar Compact SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
5
$44.11
per day
Free cancellation
8.7
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
Airport Drive, R D 3, New Plymouth 4373, New Zealand
Please follow the sign to the car rental area
Drop-off information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
Airport Drive, R D 3, New Plymouth 4373, New Zealand
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Online check-in
Save time at the rental desk by filing in your information online.
Suzuki Swift
or similar Economy
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
1
A/C
4
$44.83
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
Airport Drive R D 3
Drop-off information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
Airport Drive R D 3
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Kia Niro
or similar Compact SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
3
A/C
5
$45.58
per day
Free cancellation
8.7
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
Airport Drive, R D 3, New Plymouth 4373, New Zealand
Please follow the sign to the car rental area
Drop-off information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
Airport Drive, R D 3, New Plymouth 4373, New Zealand
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Mitsubishi Outlander
or similar Intermediate SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
3
A/C
4
$46.02
per day
Free cancellation
8.4
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
Terminal Building
Drop-off information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
Terminal Building
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
High deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Online check-in
Save time at the rental desk by filing in your information online.
Kia Stonic
or similar Compact
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
$47.72
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
Airport Drive R D 3
Drop-off information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
Airport Drive R D 3
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Online check-in
Save time at the rental desk by filing in your information online.
Kia Seltos
or similar Compact SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
5
$51.33
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
Airport Drive R D 3
Drop-off information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
Airport Drive R D 3
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Online check-in
Save time at the rental desk by filing in your information online.
Toyota Corolla
or similar Compact
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
$51.86
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
New Plymouth Airport, 192 Airport Drive, New Plymouth 4373
Please follow the sign to the car rental area
Drop-off information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
New Plymouth Airport, 192 Airport Drive, New Plymouth 4373
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Mitsubishi Outlander
or similar Intermediate SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
5
$52.92
per day
Free cancellation
8.7
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
Airport Drive, R D 3, New Plymouth 4373, New Zealand
Please follow the sign to the car rental area
Drop-off information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
Airport Drive, R D 3, New Plymouth 4373, New Zealand
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Online check-in
Save time at the rental desk by filing in your information online.
Kia Niro
or similar Compact SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
3
A/C
5
$53.13
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
Airport Drive R D 3
Drop-off information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
Airport Drive R D 3
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
All-wheel drive
This is an all-wheel drive (AWD) vehicle.
Kia Sportage
or similar Intermediate SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
5
$56.96
per day
Free cancellation
8.7
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
Airport Drive, R D 3, New Plymouth 4373, New Zealand
Please follow the sign to the car rental area
Drop-off information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
Airport Drive, R D 3, New Plymouth 4373, New Zealand
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Online check-in
Save time at the rental desk by filing in your information online.
Mitsubishi Outlander
or similar Intermediate SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
3
A/C
4
$63.59
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
Airport Drive R D 3
Drop-off information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
Airport Drive R D 3
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
All-wheel drive
This is an all-wheel drive (AWD) vehicle.
Online check-in
Save time at the rental desk by filing in your information online.
Kia Sportage
or similar Intermediate SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
5
$72.98
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
Airport Drive R D 3
Drop-off information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
Airport Drive R D 3
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
4x4
This vehicle has four-wheel drive (4WD) which is useful for more challenging roads.
Toyota Hilux
or similar Premium Extended Cab Pickup
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
3
A/C
4
$81.31
per day
Free cancellation
8.7
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
Airport Drive R D 3
Drop-off information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
Airport Drive R D 3
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Kia Carnival
or similar Full-size Van
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
8
3
A/C
5
$100.00
per day
Free cancellation
8.7
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
Airport Drive, R D 3, New Plymouth 4373, New Zealand
Please follow the sign to the car rental area
Drop-off information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
Airport Drive, R D 3, New Plymouth 4373, New Zealand
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Average deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
4x4
This vehicle has four-wheel drive (4WD) which is useful for more challenging roads.
Online check-in
Save time at the rental desk by filing in your information online.
Ford Ranger
or similar Premium Extended Cab Pickup
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
4
A/C
4
$113.82
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
New Plymouth Airport, 192 Airport Drive, New Plymouth 4373
Please follow the sign to the car rental area
Drop-off information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
New Plymouth Airport, 192 Airport Drive, New Plymouth 4373
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Online check-in
Save time at the rental desk by filing in your information online.
Kia Carnival
or similar Full-size Van
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
8
2
A/C
4
$119.88
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
Airport Drive R D 3
Drop-off information
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
Airport Drive R D 3
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
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The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 19:07 on 01/04/26. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Table of contents
- Cheapest car rental rates
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- One-way car rentals in New Plymouth
- Top 20 cities near New Plymouth
- Top 20 locations near New Plymouth
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book in New Plymouth and for how long?
- Car rental information
- Most popular car models of rental suppliers
- Here's what travelers say about renting a car in New Plymouth
- Car rental statistics
- Top 5 suppliers in New Plymouth in 2026
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Languages
English, Samoan
Currency
NZD
Drive on
Left-hand side
Country code
+64
Average car rental price
$62 per day
Average car rental length
4 days
Speed limit within town
30–50 km/h
or
19–31 mph
Speed limit out of town
80–100 km/h
or
50–62 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average gas price
$1.61 per liter or $6.09 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$1.60 per liter or $6.06 per gallon
Highest gas price
$1.63 per liter or $6.17 per gallon
Rating
10 / 10
One-way car rentals in New Plymouth
The most popular one-way rental options for pick up in New Plymouth and drop off in another city include:
- From New Plymouth to Auckland - 16 offers from $97.70 per day
- From New Plymouth to Tauranga - 8 offers from $97.70 per day
Top 20 cities near New Plymouth
- Whanganuifrom $62.36 per day128.8 km / 80.03 miles away
- Hamiltonfrom $20.60 per day176 km / 109.36 miles away
- Taupofrom $40.23 per day178.1 km / 110.67 miles away
- Palmerston Northfrom $39.49 per day195.6 km / 121.54 miles away
- Rotoruafrom $51.41 per day214.8 km / 133.47 miles away
- Taurangafrom $38.77 per day241.2 km / 149.87 miles away
- Napierfrom $53.93 per day245.1 km / 152.3 miles away
- Pictonfrom $35.88 per day247.9 km / 154.04 miles away
- Aucklandfrom $9.85 per day253 km / 157.21 miles away
- Wellingtonfrom $33.80 per day256.5 km / 159.38 miles away
- Nelsonfrom $39.59 per day259.7 km / 161.37 miles away
- Waiheke Islandfrom $56.87 per day265.6 km / 165.04 miles away
- Blenheimfrom $41.12 per day273.4 km / 169.88 miles away
- Whakatanefrom $45.77 per day281.7 km / 175.04 miles away
- Gisbornefrom $41.71 per day344.6 km / 214.12 miles away
- Whangareifrom $45.55 per day371 km / 230.53 miles away
- Kerikerifrom $45.55 per day422 km / 262.22 miles away
- Greymouthfrom $41.79 per day447.6 km / 278.13 miles away
- Hokitika482.5 km / 299.81 miles away
- Christchurchfrom $17.75 per day512 km / 318.14 miles away
Top 20 locations near New Plymouth
- New Plymouth Airportfrom $31.40 per day10.4 km / 6.46 miles away
- Whanganui Airportfrom $62.36 per day129.4 km / 80.41 miles away
- Hamilton Airportfrom $24.13 per day172 km / 106.88 miles away
- Hamilton (Downtown)from $20.60 per day176 km / 109.36 miles away
- Taupo Airportfrom $47.03 per day177.3 km / 110.17 miles away
- Taupo Downtownfrom $40.23 per day178.1 km / 110.67 miles away
- Palmerston North Airportfrom $39.49 per day192.8 km / 119.8 miles away
- Rotorua Airportfrom $51.41 per day221.5 km / 137.63 miles away
- Auckland Airportfrom $9.85 per day236.1 km / 146.71 miles away
- Tauranga Airportfrom $38.77 per day240.8 km / 149.63 miles away
- Tauranga Downtownfrom $61.82 per day241.2 km / 149.87 miles away
- Napier Airportfrom $53.93 per day245.1 km / 152.3 miles away
- Auckland Onehungafrom $19.23 per day245.3 km / 152.42 miles away
- Auckland East Tamakifrom $20.26 per day245.9 km / 152.8 miles away
- Auckland Penrosefrom $54.28 per day246.4 km / 153.11 miles away
- Auckland Hendersonfrom $20.19 per day247.5 km / 153.79 miles away
- Picton (Downtown)from $35.88 per day247.9 km / 154.04 miles away
- Picton Ferry Portfrom $165.30 per day247.9 km / 154.04 miles away
- Auckland Mount Wellingtonfrom $21.19 per day248.3 km / 154.29 miles away
- Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminalfrom $45.35 per day252.8 km / 157.08 miles away
Map of top car rental locations
A
New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
5 rental locations
When to book in New Plymouth and for how long?
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in New Plymouth?
Car rental prices in New Plymouth vary by time of year. This graph shows the average prices per month to help you find the best time of year to rent.
Saver's insights
| Cheapest monthMarch | Most expensive month May | ||
| Average price $29 | A good deal $58 | Cheapest supplier Ezi Car Rental | Cheapest car type Small cars |
Average rental costs per day in New Plymouth
$118
$59
$0
$63
in January
Jan
$48
in February
Feb
$29
in March
Mar
$63
in April
Apr
$107
in May
May
$39
in June
Jun
$67
in July
Jul
Aug
Sep
$29
in October
Oct
$52
in November
Nov
$87
in December
Dec
The cheapest month to rent a car in New Plymouth is March (when prices average $28.50 per day). This is 0% cheaper than the yearly average and 73% cheaper than renting in May (when prices average $107.46).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
What's the most popular month to rent a car in New Plymouth?
Based on the number of searches by our customers, the most popular month for renting a car in New Plymouth is October, and the least popular is March.
Monthly searches in New Plymouth by pick-up date relative to the average
2.2
1.1
0
1.2 times in January
Jan
1.5 times in February
Feb
0.2 times in March
Mar
1.2 times in April
Apr
0.5 times in May
May
0.8 times in June
Jun
0.2 times in July
Jul
Aug
Sep
2 times in October
Oct
Same as average in November
Nov
1.2 times in December
Dec
What’s the usual rental length in New Plymouth?
How long travelers keep their rental cars for varies from month to month: in June, the average renter keeps their car for 8 days, and in May, they keep their car for one day.
Average number of rental days in New Plymouth
9
4
0
4 days in January
Jan
7 days in February
Feb
3 days in March
Mar
3 days in April
Apr
1 day in May
May
8 days in June
Jun
8 days in July
Jul
Aug
Sep
5 days in October
Oct
4 days in November
Nov
5 days in December
Dec
Car rental information
| 📍 Car rental locations | 1 |
| ✈️ Airport locations | 1 |
| 🔥 Popular suppliers | Ezi Car Rental, Thrifty, Avis, Hertz |
| 🚗 Popular car types | SUVs, medium cars, small cars, large cars |
| 🤑 Lowest price | $31 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | Ezi Car Rental |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ezi Car Rental | Toyota RAV4 | 5 | 3 | SUV |
| Ezi Car Rental | Ford Puma | 5 | 2 | Small car |
| Thrifty | Kia Stonic | 4 | 2 | Medium car |
| Ezi Car Rental | Mitsubishi ASX | 4 | 2 | SUV |
| Thrifty | Mitsubishi Outlander | 4 | 3 | SUV |
| Hertz | Polestar 2 | 5 | 2 | Large car |
| Avis | Mazda 3 | 4 | 2 | Medium car |
| Ezi Car Rental | Toyota Corolla | 5 | 1 | Medium car |
| Thrifty | Kia Sportage | 5 | 2 | SUV |
| Thrifty | Kia Seltos | 5 | 2 | SUV |
Here's what travelers say about renting a car in New Plymouth
10
Average rating
Based on 1 review
Best month to visit
August
Happiest customers drive
Toyota Corolla
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Aug 14, 2019
Colleen J.
Toyota Corolla
beautiful parks. super coastal walkway.
Car rental statistics
Highest-rated company
Ezi Car Rental (rated 8.9 / 10)
Lowest-rated company
Firefly (rated 8.3 / 10)
Total number of reviews
1
Total rental companies
5
Average daily price
$62
Lowest daily price
$31
Total cars available
49
Top 5 suppliers in New Plymouth in 2026
Ezi Car Rental
1 location
8.9
Excellent
5 reviews
Value for money
9.0
Ease of finding
8.6
Agent helpfulness
9.3
Pick-up speed
8.4
Drop-off speed
8.6
Car cleanliness
9.3
Car condition
9.3
$31–$41
per day
Most popular location
192 Airport Drive, New Plymouth
Thrifty
1 location
8.7
Excellent
Value for money
8.8
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.8
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
9.3
Car condition
9.3
$54–$147
per day
Most popular location
Airport Drive, R D 3, New Plymouth 4373, New Zealand
Hertz
1 location
8.5
Excellent
Value for money
8.3
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.7
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
9.0
Car condition
9.0
$62–$214
per day
Most popular location
New Plymouth Airport, 192 Airport Drive, New Plymouth 4373
Avis
1 location
8.4
Very Good
Value for money
8.3
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.4
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.8
Car condition
8.7
$46–$64
per day
Most popular location
Terminal Building
Firefly
1 location
8.3
Very Good
Value for money
8.3
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.4
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.4
Car condition
8.4
$46–$64
per day
Most popular location
Airport Drive R D 3
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FT 1000: Europe's Fastest Growing Companies - Top 300 Companies 2025
Uzakrota Travel Awards - World’s Leading Car Rental Website 2022
Travel & Hospitality Awards 2021
FT 1000: Europe's Fastest Growing Companies - Top 300 Companies 2021
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