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Cheapest Car Hire Rates

Auckland Airport
Economy
Suzuki Swift or comparable
Suzuki Swift
  • 5
  • 1
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
North Car Rental
SEK 71.73 per day
Auckland Airport
Compact
Nissan Tiida or comparable
Nissan Tiida
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Mint Rentals
SEK 76.87 per day
Auckland Airport
Mini
Nissan March or comparable
Nissan March
  • 5
  • 1
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Autounion
SEK 77.20 per day
Auckland Airport
Compact Elite
Toyota Yaris 2017 or comparable
Toyota Yaris 2017
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Yes Rentals
SEK 83.35 per day

Most Popular Car Hire Deals

Auckland Airport
Intermediate
Toyota Aqua or comparable
Toyota Aqua
  • 4
  • 1
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Discount Car Rentals New Zealand
SEK 91.06 per day
Auckland Airport
Standard
Toyota Corolla Altis or comparable
Toyota Corolla Altis
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Speedy Rentals
SEK 143.01 per day
Auckland Airport
Standard Elite
Toyota Corolla or comparable
Toyota Corolla
  • 5
  • 1
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Snap
SEK 164.91 per day
City Centre
Intermediate Elite
Toyota Corolla or comparable
Toyota Corolla
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Bargain Rental Cars
SEK 235.52 per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 06:41 on 14/07/2025. 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
SEK 118 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%
Score
9.4 / 10
Average petrol price
SEK 16.13 per litre or SEK 61.06 per gallon
Lowest petrol price
SEK 14.81 per litre or SEK 56.05 per gallon
Highest petrol price
SEK 17.00 per litre or SEK 64.34 per gallon

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
SEK 539.76
January
SEK 539.98
February
SEK 375.29
March
SEK 337.53
April
SEK 234.41
May
SEK 223.79
June
SEK 303.23
July
SEK 287.14
August
SEK 242.56
September
SEK 293.17
October
SEK 401.77
November
SEK 717.18
December
The best month to hire a car in New Zealand is June — when the average price for a hire is SEK 223.79 per day. This is 40% less than the yearly average and 69% less than hiring a car in December (when the average price is SEK 717.18 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.

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
11
January
10
February
10
March
9
April
8
May
8
June
9
July
8
August
8
September
9
October
9
November
9
December

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
145%
January
148%
February
128%
March
108%
April
52%
May
46%
June
56%
July
55%
August
62%
September
85%
October
134%
November
181%
December

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 SEK 72 per day
Cheapest supplier North Car Rental

Most popular car models of suppliers

Hire Agency Model Doors Luggage Type
Discount Car Rentals New Zealand Toyota RAV4 5 2 SUVs
Bargain Rental Cars Mazda Demio 4 2 Medium cars
Discount Car Rentals New Zealand Toyota Yaris 5 2 Small 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
Ezu Car Rental Toyota Corolla 4 2 Medium cars
Jucy Suzuki Swift 5 1 Small cars
Yes Rentals Toyota Aqua 5 1 Medium cars
Rentalcars247 Suzuki Swift 4 1 Small cars

Our customers' reviews

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New Zealand
Toyota Yaris
30/06/2025
Smooth ride to mount cook, remarkables ski centre and Glenorchy.
Photo by Luis Q. about hiring a Toyota Yaris in New Zealand (30/06/2025)
New Zealand
Toyota Corolla
27/06/2025
Photo by Ayoni W. about hiring a Toyota Corolla in New Zealand (27/06/2025)
New Zealand
Toyota Yaris
23/06/2025
New Zealand is beautiful. And people are all lovely. The scenery is unique and very relaxing. Hao Rentals gave us more travel advice.
United Kingdom
Kia Niro
29/03/2025
Toured New Zealand South Island, far too many great locations to mention
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.
United Kingdom
Toyota RAV4 (2016-2018)
07/03/2025
Drove from Wellington to Auckland over 3 weeks. Amazing scenery and great towns.
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.
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
23/02/2025
Such a beautiful country and a pleasure to drive through
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.
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
United Kingdom
Toyota Yaris
07/02/2025
We did loads of out trip from kayaking to whale watching tramps and rafting
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.
United Kingdom
Toyota RAV4
26/01/2025
Canyon Swing & Jet Boat in Shotover, Queenstown.
United Kingdom
Toyota Yaris
22/01/2025
Quite simply an amazing, spectacular and stunning experience.
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
17/12/2024
Toured north Island NZ for 10 days. Good runner.
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.
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
United Kingdom
Nissan X-Trail
25/11/2024
South Island driving and panorama experience was fantastic
United Kingdom
Mitsubishi ASX
31/10/2024
The whole of NZ is amazing, from its people to the awesome scenery.
Brunei Darussalam
Toyota Prius
24/06/2024
Good car and trouble-free travelling in a well maintained vehicle.
Brunei Darussalam
Toyota Prius
15/06/2024
Managed to travel lots going uphill and driving distances on great adventures.
Photo by CALVIN Lo Weng Y. about hiring a Toyota Prius in New Zealand (15/06/2024)
New Zealand
Toyota Corolla (2016-2018)
06/05/2024
.visiting family
Ireland
Nissan X-Trail
23/04/2024
Visiting Milford sound
United Kingdom
Suzuki Swift
08/04/2024
Spent 10 days driving around the South Island of New Zealand. Stunning.
United Kingdom
Toyota RAV4
29/03/2024
Queenstown, the Skyline and a climb up to Ben Lomond
United Kingdom
Toyota Yaris
24/03/2024
Rotorua is a must….geysers, hot lakes and Māori village.
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.
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla Sedan
26/02/2024
6 weeks and 5,800kms of amazing scenery, fantastic people and great coffee
United Kingdom
Toyota Yaris
15/02/2024
Really enjoyed visiting lakes and mountains
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.
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
08/02/2024
New Zealand is an amazing country. It will surprise you every day.
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
United Kingdom
Suzuki Swift
23/10/2023
Too many to mention. Key places Waitomo caves. Rotorua redwood walk, hot springs and climbing Mt Taranaki.
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.
Photo 1 by Eng Tuan P. about hiring a Toyota RAV4 (2019-2021) in New Zealand (22/10/2023) Photo 2 by Eng Tuan P. about hiring a Toyota RAV4 (2019-2021) in New Zealand (22/10/2023) Photo 3 by Eng Tuan P. about hiring a Toyota RAV4 (2019-2021) in New Zealand (22/10/2023) Photo 4 by Eng Tuan P. about hiring a Toyota RAV4 (2019-2021) in New Zealand (22/10/2023)
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
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.
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
United Kingdom
Mazda Demio
25/08/2023
Saw family and friends around Auckland and northland
United Kingdom
Mitsubishi ASX
09/04/2023
Loved touring New Zealand.
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
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.
Portugal
Mitsubishi ASX
10/03/2023
Perfect all round car and service
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.
Photo by Benedict Z. about hiring a Toyota RAV4 in New Zealand (28/02/2023)
United Kingdom
Kia Sportage
24/02/2023
Loved the rav 4: drove over 1000k in New Zealand
United Kingdom
Toyota RAV4
22/02/2023
We travelled all around the south island and discovered all the sights of New Zealand
United Kingdom
Toyota Vitz
19/02/2023
Beautiful views across the highways to Tauranga
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.
United Kingdom
Toyota RAV4 (2021)
15/02/2023
Cyclone Gabrielle sort of got in the way to a greater extent
United Kingdom
Suzuki Swift
12/02/2023
Able to visit out of the way places for nature and walking
United Kingdom
Mitsubishi ASX
08/02/2023
Except for a little rain earlier on....its been a great time in nz
Photo 1 by Joseph S. about hiring a Mitsubishi ASX in New Zealand (08/02/2023) Photo 2 by Joseph S. about hiring a Mitsubishi ASX in New Zealand (08/02/2023) Photo 3 by Joseph S. about hiring a Mitsubishi ASX in New Zealand (08/02/2023)

Car Hire Statistics

Highest-rated company
Yes Rentals
9.5 / 10
)
Lowest-rated company
Autounion
6.6 / 10
)
Total number of reviews
1023
Total rental companies
46
Average daily price
SEK 117.98
Lowest daily price
SEK 71.73
Total cars available
2278

Top 46 suppliers in New Zealand in 2025

Yes Rentals
Yes Rentals
Exceptional 9.5 / 2,885 reviews
5 locations
SEK 83 - SEK 2,616
GoldStar
GoldStar
Exceptional 9.5 / 40 reviews
1 location
SEK 194 - SEK 548
Cross Country Rentals
Cross Country Rentals
Exceptional 9.4 / 186 reviews
4 locations
SEK 246 - SEK 567
Ezu Car Rental
Ezu Car Rental
Exceptional 9.3 / 3,575 reviews
5 locations
SEK 90 - SEK 1,556
Ezi Car Rental
Ezi Car Rental
Exceptional 9.3 / 570 reviews
23 locations
SEK 281 - SEK 1,684
Rentalcars247
Rentalcars247
Exceptional 9.2 / 1,009 reviews
3 locations
SEK 165 - SEK 1,055
Dollar
Dollar
Exceptional 9.1 / 84 reviews
16 locations
SEK 291 - SEK 1,937
Snap
Snap
Exceptional 9 / 1,735 reviews
6 locations
SEK 150 - SEK 1,394
Thrifty
Thrifty
Very good 8.9 / 253 reviews
36 locations
SEK 284 - SEK 1,936
SIXT
SIXT
Very good 8.9 / 423 reviews
7 locations
SEK 223 - SEK 1,952
Hao Rentals
Hao Rentals
Very good 8.8 / 221 reviews
1 location
SEK 130 - SEK 860
Hertz
Hertz
Very good 8.8 / 517 reviews
41 locations
SEK 344 - SEK 2,005
Go Rentals
Go Rentals
Very good 8.8 / 511 reviews
13 locations
SEK 199 - SEK 1,145
Ace Rental Cars
Ace Rental Cars
Very good 8.8 / 48 reviews
11 locations
SEK 215 - SEK 1,254
Mint Rentals
Mint Rentals
Very good 8.8 / 312 reviews
2 locations
SEK 77 - SEK 619
Alamo
Alamo
Very good 8.7 / 335 reviews
7 locations
SEK 241 - SEK 3,122
Mode Car Rentals
Mode Car Rentals
Very good 8.7 / 2,376 reviews
5 locations
SEK 96 - SEK 658
Budget
Budget
Very good 8.6 / 62 reviews
27 locations
SEK 302 - SEK 1,589
Joy Car Rental
Joy Car Rental
Very good 8.6 / 47 reviews
1 location
SEK 329 - SEK 416
EV Hire
EV Hire
Very good 8.6 / 310 reviews
4 locations
SEK 83 - SEK 199
Best Car Rentals
Best Car Rentals
Very good 8.6 / 6 reviews
1 location
SEK 450 - SEK 481
Enterprise
Enterprise
Very good 8.5 / 28 reviews
8 locations
SEK 240 - SEK 3,123
Europcar
Europcar
Very good 8.5 / 576 reviews
14 locations
SEK 255 - SEK 2,167
A Rentals
A Rentals
Very good 8.4 / 6 reviews
3 locations
SEK 100 - SEK 1,372
Avis
Avis
Very good 8.3 / 25 reviews
19 locations
SEK 231 - SEK 1,602
Firefly
Firefly
Very good 8.2 / 0 reviews
40 locations
SEK 231 - SEK 1,602
National
National
Very good 8.2 / 0 reviews
6 locations
SEK 231 - SEK 1,602
Jucy
Jucy
Very good 8.2 / 324 reviews
3 locations
SEK 137 - SEK 312
NZ Rent a Car
NZ Rent a Car
Very good 8.2 / 1 review
2 locations
SEK 137 - SEK 312
Bargain Rental Cars
Bargain Rental Cars
Very good 8.2 / 1,474 reviews
13 locations
SEK 116 - SEK 1,462
YITU Car Rental
YITU Car Rental
Very good 8.2 / 3 reviews
1 location
SEK 116 - SEK 1,462
yesaway
yesaway
Very good 8.2 / 1,536 reviews
5 locations
SEK 172 - SEK 2,095
Routes Car Rental
Routes Car Rental
Very good 8.1 / 107 reviews
15 locations
SEK 276 - SEK 1,794
GreenMotion
GreenMotion
Very good 8.1 / 10 reviews
5 locations
SEK 304 - SEK 2,369
James Blond
James Blond
Very good 8.1 / 23 reviews
4 locations
SEK 433 - SEK 1,769
Evolve Rentals
Evolve Rentals
Very good 8.1 / 0 reviews
3 locations
SEK 464 - SEK 1,349
Rite Price Rentals
Rite Price Rentals
Very good 8.1 / 0 reviews
2 locations
SEK 247 - SEK 1,052
Surprice
Surprice
Very good 8 / 0 reviews
4 locations
SEK 247 - SEK 1,052
Discount Car Rentals New Zealand
Discount Car Rentals New Zealand
Very good 8 / 3,028 reviews
3 locations
SEK 81 - SEK 1,291
Speedy Rentals
Speedy Rentals
Average 7.9 / 67 reviews
3 locations
SEK 74 - SEK 615
North Car Rental
North Car Rental
Average 7.8 / 155 reviews
2 locations
SEK 72 - SEK 3,098
Keddy
Keddy
Average 7.7 / 152 reviews
15 locations
SEK 297 - SEK 1,590
Flexways
Flexways
Average 7.5 / 18 reviews
4 locations
SEK 180 - SEK 1,038
USave Truck & Van Rentals
USave Truck & Van Rentals
Average 7.4 / 340 reviews
4 locations
SEK 448 - SEK 690
NUCarrentals
NUCarrentals
Below average 6.7 / 101 reviews
4 locations
SEK 210 - SEK 1,061
Autounion
Autounion
Below average 6.6 / 689 reviews
3 locations
SEK 77 - SEK 2,612
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