Car Hire in New Zealand
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Cheapest Car Hire Rates
Auckland Airport
Economy
Toyota Aqua or comparable
£6.64 per day
Auckland Airport
Mini
Nissan Note or comparable
£7.78 per day
Queenstown Airport
Intermediate
Toyota Corolla or comparable
£8.96 per day
Auckland Airport
Compact
Toyota Aqua or comparable
£9.17 per day
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Auckland Airport
Economy Elite
Toyota Aqua or comparable
£11.05 per day
Auckland Airport
Standard
Toyota Corolla or comparable
£14.43 per day
Auckland Onehunga
Full-size
Subaru Outback or comparable
£21.89 per day
Wellington Airport
Standard Elite
Polestar 2 or comparable
£26.64 per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 20:31 on 24/04/2025. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel information
Languages
English, Samoan
Currency
NZD
Drive on
Left-hand side
Dialing code
+64
Average car hire price
£13 per day
Average car hire length
9 days
Speed limit within city centre
30 - 50 km/h or 19 - 31 mph
Speed limit out of city centre
80 - 100 km/h or 50 - 62 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average petrol price
£1.26 per litre or £4.78 per gallon
Lowest petrol price
£1.16 per litre or £4.41 per gallon
Highest petrol price
£1.34 per litre or £5.09 per gallon
Top 3 Most Popular Locations in New Zealand
Map of Car Hire Destinations
In which month is car hire in New Zealand the most affordable?
Prices for hiring a car in New Zealand fluctuate depending on the time of year. This table and graph can help you find the best bargain.
Average price for hiring a car per day in New Zealand
The best month to hire a car in New Zealand is September — when the average price for a hire is £18.54 per day. This is 36% less than the yearly average and 66% less than hiring a car in December (when the average price is £54.13 per day).
This information can help you determine the low season. But note that these prices are only averages. The cost of your hire is determined by the type of car you select, the length of time you hire it for and how much in advance you book. Simply type in your dates in the form at the top of the page in order to find out the exact prices.
This information can help you determine the low season. But note that these prices are only averages. The cost of your hire is determined by the type of car you select, the length of time you hire it for and how much in advance you book. Simply type in your dates in the form at the top of the page in order to find out the exact prices.
How many days do people keep their hire cars, on average, in New Zealand?
How long renters typically keep their vehicle sometimes varies depending on the time of year. Travelers tend to keep their rental cars longer in January — an average of 11 days. They tend to keep them for a shorter time in May — an average of 8 days.
Average number of hire days in New Zealand
Which month is most favoured for hiring a car in New Zealand?
Given the number of customers searching for a car in New Zealand, December is the most popular, while June is the month that sees the lowest demand.
Monthly Car Hire Searches in New Zealand Compared to the Yearly Average
Car hire information
| Car hire locations | 60 |
| Airport locations | 22 |
| Popular suppliers | Discount Car Rentals New Zealand, Ezu Car Rental, Yes Rentals, Rentalcars247, Mode Car Rentals |
| Popular car categories | SUVs, Small cars, Medium cars, Large cars |
| Lowest price | £7 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | Speedy Rentals |
Most popular car models of suppliers
| Hire Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Discount Car Rentals New Zealand | Toyota RAV4 | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| Discount Car Rentals New Zealand | Toyota Yaris | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| Bargain Rental Cars | Mazda Demio | 4 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Rentalcars247 | Mitsubishi ASX | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| Yes Rentals | Toyota Corolla | 5 | 1 | Medium cars |
| Discount Car Rentals New Zealand | Toyota Corolla | 4 | 2 | Large cars |
| Jucy | Suzuki Swift | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Yes Rentals | Toyota Aqua | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Ezu Car Rental | Toyota Corolla | 4 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Yes Rentals | Toyota Aqua | 5 | 1 | Medium cars |
Our customers' reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have the option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic.
KI
United Kingdom
Kia Niro
29/03/2025
Toured New Zealand South Island, far too many great locations to mention
HD
United Kingdom
Toyota Yaris
21/03/2025
Went everywhere we could. From Collingwood, fox glacier, Milford Sound. Went North SouthEast and West.. Had the car for 4 weeks. Very economical and ever missed a beat. So thank you.
SP
United Kingdom
Toyota RAV4 (2016-2018)
07/03/2025
Drove from Wellington to Auckland over 3 weeks. Amazing scenery and great towns.
RC
United Kingdom
Toyota RAV4
02/03/2025
The country is beautiful. Driving easy even with roads being bendy in areas. Other drivers are good - in a month there was only 5 times when we noted poor driving standards.
RB
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
23/02/2025
Such a beautiful country and a pleasure to drive through
GP
United Kingdom
Nissan Tiida
22/02/2025
We had a memorable trip, staying at Lake Taupo for our five day break.
Brilliant area which is rich in outdoor activities, restaurants and amenities. Very clean and everything we did and ate, was of a high standard.
Thermal Spas, cycle hire, treks and geothermal features all brilliant.
CK
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
20/02/2025
The south island is amazing - beautiful lakes, beaches, walks, etc. We went swimming, kayaking, boat trips, all exceptional
RG
United Kingdom
Toyota Yaris
07/02/2025
We did loads of out trip from kayaking to whale watching tramps and rafting
AA
United Kingdom
Mazda Demio
31/01/2025
Scenery was amazing, roads were good, other drivers were courteous, even though one reversed into our parked car, but left note on windscreen so all sorted.
CA
United Kingdom
Toyota RAV4
26/01/2025
Canyon Swing & Jet Boat in Shotover, Queenstown.
BC
United Kingdom
Toyota Yaris
22/01/2025
Quite simply an amazing, spectacular and stunning experience.
MM
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
17/12/2024
Toured north Island NZ for 10 days. Good runner.
EC
United Kingdom
Nissan Tiida
11/12/2024
Collected car in Christchurch giving me flexibility to explore the city, areas such as Diamond Harbour and Taylors Mistake to name but a few. Opportunity to take scenic roads to Queenstown via the magical Lake Tekapo and Wanaka, fabulous scenery and NZ must sees.
DB
United Kingdom
Toyota Aqua
27/11/2024
Had a great time visiting family but the drivers in new Zealand must be the worst of any country I’ve visited travel much to close at high speeds absolutely terrible drivers
CL
United Kingdom
Nissan X-Trail
25/11/2024
South Island driving and panorama experience was fantastic
GB
United Kingdom
Mitsubishi ASX
31/10/2024
The whole of NZ is amazing, from its people to the awesome scenery.
CL
Brunei Darussalam
Toyota Prius
24/06/2024
Good car and trouble-free travelling in a well maintained vehicle.
CL
Brunei Darussalam
Toyota Prius
15/06/2024
Managed to travel lots going uphill and driving distances on great adventures. 
MM
New Zealand
Toyota Corolla (2016-2018)
06/05/2024
.visiting family
AM
Ireland
Nissan X-Trail
23/04/2024
Visiting Milford sound
SP
United Kingdom
Suzuki Swift
08/04/2024
Spent 10 days driving around the South Island of New Zealand. Stunning.
AR
United Kingdom
Toyota RAV4
29/03/2024
Queenstown, the Skyline and a climb up to Ben Lomond
JS
United Kingdom
Toyota Yaris
24/03/2024
Rotorua is a must….geysers, hot lakes and Māori village.
JR
United Kingdom
Toyota RAV4
22/03/2024
Tekapo and mount cook. Loved many great restaurants, amigo’s in Cromwell for taco Tuesday and margaritas, and little spicy Chinese in Riccarton, Christchurch especially.
DG
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla Sedan
26/02/2024
6 weeks and 5,800kms of amazing scenery, fantastic people and great coffee
MR
United Kingdom
Toyota Yaris
15/02/2024
Really enjoyed visiting lakes and mountains
JH
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla (2019-2021)
14/02/2024
Great trip from Auckland to Queenstown via Coromandel, Taupo, Hastings, Wellington, Nelson, Takaka, Punakaiki, Arthur’s Pass, Christchurch, Twizel and Wanaka. So many beautiful beaches, lakes, mountains and walks to suit all abilities.
GB
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
08/02/2024
New Zealand is an amazing country. It will surprise you every day.
GS
United Kingdom
Mitsubishi ASX
15/01/2024
A 5 week tour of the North and South Islands of Aotearoa New Zealand. Lots of driving, amazing scenery and a seriously fun time
DW
United Kingdom
Suzuki Swift
23/10/2023
Too many to mention. Key places Waitomo caves. Rotorua redwood walk, hot springs and climbing Mt Taranaki.
EP
Singapore
Toyota RAV4 (2019-2021)
22/10/2023
The vehicle was stable and great for a variety of road paths and terrains. From the windy mountainous paths of Lindis pass to the uphill drive to lake tekapo and mount cook, our SUV has definitely brought us to many beautiful landscapes. 
JR
United Kingdom
Suzuki Swift
18/10/2023
Natural beauty of Queenstown and so many choices of where to eat and drink and great golf course
SS
Australia
Toyota Yaris (2014 -2016)
13/10/2023
Catching up with friends, Waiatoto River Safari Jetboat trip, visiting Peregrine winery and others in the Gibbston Valley, Haast - one of the best places in NZ. Bella Cucina restaurant in Queenstown is always good.
MG
United Kingdom
Toyota Yaris (2014 -2016)
23/09/2023
NZ can only be seen properly by using car. Outside the two big cities public transport is more or less non existent. We were able to see all the main sights of North Island using the hire car. Warning...in rural areas roads are tricky and local driving is often bad
LN
United Kingdom
Mazda Demio
25/08/2023
Saw family and friends around Auckland and northland
CM
United Kingdom
Mitsubishi ASX
09/04/2023
Loved touring New Zealand.
BG
United Kingdom
Toyota RAV4 (2015 - 2017)
09/04/2023
We traveled around New Zealand’s North and South islands. The whole trip has been amazing
LH
United Kingdom
Toyota Vitz
17/03/2023
We travelled to both North Island and South Island, New Zealand seeing all the beautiful lakes, mountains and countryside.
MH
Portugal
Mitsubishi ASX
10/03/2023
Perfect all round car and service
BZ
United Kingdom
Toyota RAV4
28/02/2023
Great value, good car but not ckean when I picked it up. Very friendly and efficient agents. Great shuttle bus service to the airport. Certainly use Mode again for my next visit. 
PS
United Kingdom
Kia Sportage
24/02/2023
Loved the rav 4: drove over 1000k in New Zealand
NB
United Kingdom
Toyota RAV4
22/02/2023
We travelled all around the south island and discovered all the sights of New Zealand
RO
United Kingdom
Toyota Vitz
19/02/2023
Beautiful views across the highways to Tauranga
JM
United Kingdom
Mazda Demio
16/02/2023
Great drives to Hanmer Springs, for naturally heated pools, and Arthur's Pass to see the Devil's Punch Bowl waterfall.
JB
United Kingdom
Toyota RAV4 (2021)
15/02/2023
Cyclone Gabrielle sort of got in the way to a greater extent
EG
United Kingdom
Suzuki Swift
12/02/2023
Able to visit out of the way places for nature and walking
JS
United Kingdom
Mitsubishi ASX
08/02/2023
Except for a little rain earlier on....its been a great time in nz 
DW
United Kingdom
Toyota Yaris
03/02/2023
Overall good but weather cut out a number of trips as roads were closed
AP
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla (2016-2018)
23/01/2023
Exploring the amazing NZ
AP
United Kingdom
Mazda Demio
21/01/2023
Great drive to Te Anau
Car Hire Statistics
Highest-rated company
GoldStar
9.5 / 10
Lowest-rated company
Autounion
6.5 / 10
Total number of reviews
1003
Total rental companies
42
Average daily price
£13.32
Lowest daily price
£6.64
Total cars available
2325
Top 42 suppliers in New Zealand in 2025
GoldStar
1 location
£14 - £32
Cross Country Rentals
4 locations
£20 - £56
Ezu Car Rental
5 locations
£10 - £115
Rentalcars247
3 locations
£15 - £51
Ezi Car Rental
23 locations
£23 - £126
Dollar
16 locations
£23 - £156
Snap
6 locations
£14 - £74
SIXT
7 locations
£25 - £110
Thrifty
37 locations
£22 - £180
Hertz
41 locations
£26 - £184
Go Rentals
13 locations
£21 - £84
Mode Car Rentals
5 locations
£12 - £54
Mint Rentals
2 locations
£9 - £60
Hao Rentals
1 location
£13 - £47
Alamo
7 locations
£31 - £76
Yes Rentals
5 locations
£11 - £207
Ace Rental Cars
11 locations
£14 - £114
Joy Car Rental
1 location
£23
Europcar
14 locations
£22 - £148
Budget
27 locations
£19 - £146
EV Hire
4 locations
£11 - £21
Enterprise
6 locations
£30 - £184
yesaway
5 locations
£11 - £182
Jucy
3 locations
£11 - £182
Bargain Rental Cars
13 locations
£11 - £137
Routes Car Rental
15 locations
£23 - £122
Avis
19 locations
£23 - £122
James Blond
4 locations
£41 - £170
GreenMotion
4 locations
£41 - £170
Firefly
40 locations
£41 - £170
National
7 locations
£41 - £170
Speedy Rentals
3 locations
£7 - £64
YITU Car Rental
1 location
£7 - £64
Discount Car Rentals New Zealand
3 locations
£9 - £97
Keddy
16 locations
£23 - £135
NZ Rent a Car
2 locations
£23 - £135
Surprice
4 locations
£23 - £135
USave Truck & Van Rentals
4 locations
£35
Flexways
4 locations
£23 - £84
North Car Rental
2 locations
£7 - £104
NUCarrentals
5 locations
£21 - £163
Autounion
3 locations
£9 - £102
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