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New Zealand Car Rental Mini Guide

New Zealand is a vast country and therefore hiring a car to travel around is a popular choice. There are plenty of car hire locations all over New Zealand including Auckland, Wellington, Hamilton and Christchurch. Whether you are travelling for business or pleasure, car hire is never far away and competitively priced.  The capital city of New Zealand is Wellington, although it is only the second largest urban area in the country, whilst The city of Auckland is New Zealand's second city.

Most popular locations to hire a car in New Zealand

Minimum Age Requirements for Car Hire in New Zealand

Generally speaking the minimum age to rent a car in New Zealand is 21, however there are some car hire companies that will rent a car to under 21 year olds. If you are between the ages of 21-25 and wishing to hire a car in New Zealand, please bear in mind that a young driver surcharge will sometimes be added. These can vary between car hire companies with more details shown in the table below:
Rental Agent
Min Age
Young driver surcharge ($NZD/day)
Ace
18
$0
Alamo
21
$40
Budget
21
$25
Dollar
21
$17.25
Enterprise
21
on request
Europcar
26
n/a
Ezi
21
on request
Firefly
20
$5.75
Go Rentals
21
on request
Green Motion
21
$25
Hertz
25
n/a
Letz
21
$15
Lucky
18
n/a
Mode
21
$5
Scotties
19
$15
Snap
18

n/a


Cheapest car hire in New Zealand

Nissan March

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 88.98 EUR/day
Nissan March

7 Days rental at 622.86 EUR from 23/01/2023

  0 |
  Manual |
  No

Nissan March

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 88.98 EUR/day
Nissan March

7 Days rental at 622.86 EUR from 23/01/2023

  0 |
  Manual |
  No

Mazda Demio (2011-2013)

5 Adults, 3 Doors

From 29.25 EUR/day
Mazda Demio (2011-2013)

7 Days rental at 204.78 EUR from 23/01/2023

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Nissan Leaf Electric

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 37.00 EUR/day
Nissan Leaf Electric

7 Days rental at 259.03 EUR from 23/01/2023

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Mitsubishi ASX

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 47.45 EUR/day
Mitsubishi ASX

7 Days rental at 332.19 EUR from 23/01/2023

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Holden Trax

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 47.45 EUR/day
Holden Trax

7 Days rental at 332.19 EUR from 23/01/2023

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Corolla

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 48.42 EUR/day
Toyota Corolla

7 Days rental at 338.97 EUR from 23/01/2023

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Corolla

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 48.42 EUR/day
Toyota Corolla

7 Days rental at 338.97 EUR from 23/01/2023

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Corolla

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 49.39 EUR/day
Toyota Corolla

7 Days rental at 345.75 EUR from 23/01/2023

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Corolla

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 49.78 EUR/day
Toyota Corolla

7 Days rental at 348.46 EUR from 23/01/2023

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Corolla

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 51.20 EUR/day
Toyota Corolla

7 Days rental at 358.43 EUR from 23/01/2023

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Yaris (2017 -2020)

5 Adults, 3 Doors

From 30.48 EUR/day
Toyota Yaris (2017 -2020)

7 Days rental at 213.39 EUR from 23/01/2023

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Yaris (2013 - 2016)

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 30.56 EUR/day
Toyota Yaris (2013 - 2016)

7 Days rental at 213.93 EUR from 23/01/2023

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Suzuki Swift

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 41.06 EUR/day
Suzuki Swift

7 Days rental at 287.48 EUR from 23/01/2023

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Suzuki Swift

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 47.45 EUR/day
Suzuki Swift

7 Days rental at 332.19 EUR from 23/01/2023

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Yaris

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 47.45 EUR/day
Toyota Yaris

7 Days rental at 332.19 EUR from 23/01/2023

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Yaris

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 48.32 EUR/day
Toyota Yaris

7 Days rental at 338.28 EUR from 23/01/2023

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Suzuki Swift

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 49.98 EUR/day
Suzuki Swift

7 Days rental at 349.87 EUR from 23/01/2023

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Suzuki Swift

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 53.61 EUR/day
Suzuki Swift

7 Days rental at 375.27 EUR from 23/01/2023

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Super Saver Car Older Economy Model

4 Adults, 5 Doors

From 55.10 EUR/day
Super Saver Car Older Economy Model

7 Days rental at 385.72 EUR from 23/01/2023

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Camry

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 35.26 EUR/day
Toyota Camry

7 Days rental at 246.87 EUR from 23/01/2023

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Rav4 (2014 - 2016)

2 Adults, 2 Doors

From 45.47 EUR/day
Toyota Rav4 (2014 - 2016)

7 Days rental at 318.32 EUR from 23/01/2023

  0 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Camry

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 54.31 EUR/day
Toyota Camry

7 Days rental at 380.23 EUR from 23/01/2023

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Camry

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 54.31 EUR/day
Toyota Camry

7 Days rental at 380.23 EUR from 23/01/2023

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Camry

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 55.67 EUR/day
Toyota Camry

7 Days rental at 389.72 EUR from 23/01/2023

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Camry

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 60.04 EUR/day
Toyota Camry

7 Days rental at 420.32 EUR from 23/01/2023

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Camry

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 60.04 EUR/day
Toyota Camry

7 Days rental at 420.32 EUR from 23/01/2023

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Camry

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 62.65 EUR/day
Toyota Camry

7 Days rental at 438.59 EUR from 23/01/2023

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Camry

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 63.35 EUR/day
Toyota Camry

7 Days rental at 443.51 EUR from 23/01/2023

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Corolla (2013 - 2016)

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 31.35 EUR/day
Toyota Corolla (2013 - 2016)

7 Days rental at 219.47 EUR from 23/01/2023

  4 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Corolla Wagon

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 32.44 EUR/day
Toyota Corolla Wagon

7 Days rental at 227.09 EUR from 23/01/2023

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Corolla (2017 - 2020)

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 32.44 EUR/day
Toyota Corolla (2017 - 2020)

7 Days rental at 227.09 EUR from 23/01/2023

  4 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Rav4 AWD (2014-2016)

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 47.86 EUR/day
Toyota Rav4 AWD (2014-2016)

7 Days rental at 335.04 EUR from 23/01/2023

  4 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Rav4 (2017- 2020)

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 49.60 EUR/day
Toyota Rav4 (2017- 2020)

7 Days rental at 347.20 EUR from 23/01/2023

  4 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Corolla

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 52.13 EUR/day
Toyota Corolla

7 Days rental at 364.91 EUR from 23/01/2023

  4 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Corolla

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 52.21 EUR/day
Toyota Corolla

7 Days rental at 365.50 EUR from 23/01/2023

  4 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Rav4

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 53.05 EUR/day
Toyota Rav4

7 Days rental at 371.39 EUR from 23/01/2023

  4 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Rav4

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 53.05 EUR/day
Toyota Rav4

7 Days rental at 371.39 EUR from 23/01/2023

  4 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Nissan Leaf Electric

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 95.29 EUR/day
Nissan Leaf Electric

7 Days rental at 667.04 EUR from 23/01/2023

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Nissan Leaf Electric

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 95.29 EUR/day
Nissan Leaf Electric

7 Days rental at 667.04 EUR from 23/01/2023

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Nissan Leaf Electric

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 95.29 EUR/day
Nissan Leaf Electric

7 Days rental at 667.04 EUR from 23/01/2023

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Nissan Leaf Electric

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 95.29 EUR/day
Nissan Leaf Electric

7 Days rental at 667.04 EUR from 23/01/2023

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Nissan Leaf Electric

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 95.22 EUR/day
Nissan Leaf Electric

7 Days rental at 666.55 EUR from 23/01/2023

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Nissan Leaf Electric

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 95.22 EUR/day
Nissan Leaf Electric

7 Days rental at 666.55 EUR from 23/01/2023

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Hyundai Ioniq Electric

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 42.56 EUR/day
Hyundai Ioniq Electric

7 Days rental at 297.93 EUR from 12/12/2022

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Hyundai Ioniq Electric

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 58.22 EUR/day
Hyundai Ioniq Electric

7 Days rental at 407.59 EUR from 12/12/2022

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Nissan Leaf Electric

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 37.00 EUR/day
Nissan Leaf Electric

7 Days rental at 259.03 EUR from 23/01/2023

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Camry Hybrid

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 146.11 EUR/day
Toyota Camry Hybrid

7 Days rental at 1022.81 EUR from 23/01/2023

  5 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Camry Hybrid

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 149.06 EUR/day
Toyota Camry Hybrid

7 Days rental at 1043.43 EUR from 23/01/2023

  5 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Aqua Hybrid

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 68.00 EUR/day
Toyota Aqua Hybrid

7 Days rental at 476.06 EUR from 23/01/2023

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Camry Hybrid

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 113.81 EUR/day
Toyota Camry Hybrid

7 Days rental at 796.73 EUR from 23/01/2023

  5 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Aqua Hybrid

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 115.70 EUR/day
Toyota Aqua Hybrid

7 Days rental at 809.90 EUR from 23/01/2023

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Prius

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 128.10 EUR/day
Toyota Prius

7 Days rental at 896.72 EUR from 23/01/2023

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Camry Hybrid

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 169.35 EUR/day
Toyota Camry Hybrid

7 Days rental at 1185.50 EUR from 23/01/2023

  5 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Aqua Hybrid

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 75.00 EUR/day
Toyota Aqua Hybrid

7 Days rental at 525.06 EUR from 23/01/2023

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Camry Hybrid

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 146.11 EUR/day
Toyota Camry Hybrid

7 Days rental at 1022.81 EUR from 23/01/2023

  5 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Top tips when hiring a car in New Zealand

  • Drive on the left-hand side of the road in New Zealand, just like the UK and Australia
  • There are toll roads in New Zealand, you can pay by card, but it's wise to carry some cash with you
  • The drink-drive limit in New Zealand is just 50mg (0.05% BAC), a lot lower than the UK
  • December to February are the busiest times to visit as is summer-time in New Zealand
  • It's best to book car hire at least 6 weeks in advance to ensure the widest choice and best price
 

Popular car hire destinations in New Zealand

Laws and rules of the road when driving in New Zealand

  •  

    L

    Road Driving Side

  •  

    50kph

    Urban speed Limit

  •  

    100kph

    Rural Speed Limit

  •  

    100-110kph

    Motorway Speed Limit

  •  

    NZD  2.65/Ltr

    Current Petrol Price

  •  

    50mg

    Drink Drive Limit

  •  

    NZD

    Currency

  •  

    YES

    Tolls

  •  

    21

    Min Rental Age

    17.5

    Min Driving Age

  •  

    Front and Rear

    Seatbelts

  •  

    Fixed and Mobile

    Speed Cameras

  •  

    Hands Free Only

    Mobile Phones

Compare car rental agents in New Zealand

Rental Agent
Locations
Rating (/10)
Customer Reviews
Mini (€/day)
Compact (€/day)
Intermediate (€/day)
Standard (€/day)
 Mode rentals
7
8.5/10
185
€
€ 29.25
€ 31.35
€
 Moto car rental
4
7.8/10
32
€
€ 62.27
€
€
 Europcar
14
7.5/10
640
€
€ 58.75
€ 55.18
€ 60.58
 Snap rentals
4
7.4/10
43
€
€ 62.11
€ 66.86
€ 126.45
 Drive nz
3
3.6/10
21
€
€ 73.90
€ 64.91
€

Car rental agent statistics in New Zealand

  • 9.0/10
    Highest rated agent:
    MODE RENTALS
  • 3.0/10
    Lowest rated agent:
    DRIVE NZ
  • 2,117
    Total number of reviews in
    New Zealand
  • 30
    Most Locations in New Zealand:
    BUDGET
  • 14
    Average wait time
    (Min.)
  • 33
    Total rental companies
     

Average prices per day for car hire in New Zealand

ItemPercent
January€ 87
February€ 62
March€ 63
April€ 67
May€ 53
June€ 61
July€ 72
August€ 74
September€ 70
October€ 68
November€ 68
December€ 83
ItemPercent
January€ 70
February€ 52
March€ 55
April€ 60
May€ 45
June€ 52
July€ 62
August€ 63
September€ 55
October€ 52
November€ 53
December€ 66
ItemPercent
January€ 114
February€ 81
March€ 88
April€ 85
May€ 69
June€ 81
July€ 89
August€ 95
September€ 88
October€ 88
November€ 90
December€ 104
ItemPercent
January€ 98
February€ 63
March€ 70
April€ 73
May€ 58
June€ 64
July€ 80
August€ 83
September€ 76
October€ 74
November€ 76
December€ 92
ItemPercent
January€ 53
February€ 27
March€ 29
April€ 48
May€ 50
June€ 26
July€ 28
August€ 28
September€ 31
October€ 33
November€ 34
December€ 50
ItemPercent
January€ 127
February€ 88
March€ 89
April€ 101
May€ 72
June€ 89
July€ 104
August€ 108
September€ 91
October€ 91
November€ 94
December€ 110
ItemPercent
January€ 101
February€ 72
March€ 73
April€ 86
May€ 66
June€ 77
July€ 87
August€ 91
September€ 79
October€ 77
November€ 73
December€ 93
ItemPercent
*average daily rates based on 7 day rental, search for today's best prices.

Fuel prices in New Zealand

DieselUnleaded
Dec , 2021

€ 1.01

€ 1.57

Jan , 2022

€ 1.05

€ 1.59

Feb , 2022

€ 1.20

€ 1.72

Mar , 2022

€ 1.41

€ 1.78

Apr , 2022

€ 1.41

€ 1.77

May , 2022

€ 1.63

€ 1.89

Jun , 2022

€ 1.63

€ 1.94

Jul , 2022

€ 1.78

€ 1.97

Aug , 2022

€ 1.51

€ 1.77

Sep , 2022

€ 1.58

€ 1.69

Oct , 2022

€ 1.54

€ 1.67

Nov , 2022

€ 1.51

€ 1.56

Month, YearDiesel €/ltrUnleaded €/ltr
Nov , 2022 1.51 1.56
Oct , 2022 1.54 1.67
Sep , 2022 1.58 1.69
Aug , 2022 1.51 1.77
Jul , 2022 1.78 1.97
Jun , 2022 1.63 1.94
May , 2022 1.63 1.89
Apr , 2022 1.41 1.77
Mar , 2022 1.41 1.78
Feb , 2022 1.20 1.72
Jan , 2022 1.05 1.59
Dec , 2021 1.01 1.57

Car rental price statistics in New Zealand

  • € 204.75
    Average price:
    (per week)
  • € 496.73
    Highest daily price:
    Mercedes Sprinter
  • 1,005
    Total cars available
     
  • 129
    Most popular model:
    Toyota Corolla
  • 120
    Location with most cars:
    Auckland Airport - International Terminal
  • € 29.3 per day
    Cheapest daily price:
    MODE RENTALS - Wellington - Airport

FAQs about car hire in New Zealand

How much does it cost to hire a car in New Zealand?

Car hire in New Zealand starts from just €29.30 per day for a (compact) class car from Mode rentals. The average price to hire a car in New Zealand is just €136.70 per day, whilst the most expensive hire car in New Zealand is a Mercedes Sprinter car for a (oversize) class from A rentals costing €496.70 per day.

How do I get a free additional driver when hiring a car in New Zealand?

We often have special offers on car hire in New Zealand including free additional drivers, for example, Ezi is offering free additional driver and express check-in at Gisborne for €37.79 per day.

Why is car hire so cheap in New Zealand?

Car hire prices in New Zealand are kept low thanks to the 21 car hire companies across the country. With over 35 car hire locations and 14,736 car hire options available, competition keeps prices low in New Zealand.

Who is the best car hire company in New Zealand?

Based on over 921 reviews from recent car hire customers, the best car hire agency in New Zealand Is Europcar who score on average 7.5/10 across all locations in New Zealand.

What is the most popular car hire location in New Zealand?

The most popular locations to hire a car in New Zealand is Auckland Airport - International Terminal with 19 car hire companies and 120 cars to choose from.

How much does fuel cost in New Zealand?

Current fuel prices in New Zealand are €1.557/ltr for petrol and €1.515/ltr for diesel as of 7 November 2022, it’ll cost on average €62 to fill an average compact class car with petrol and €61 for diesel.

What are the speed limits in New Zealand?

Speed limits in New Zealand are in km/h and are generally 30-60 km/h on urban roads, 80-100 km/h on rural roads and 100 km/h on the motorways but you should always follow local signage.

What is the cheapest car hire company in New Zealand?

Mode rentals is the cheapest car hire company in New Zealand offering a (compact) class car such as the Mazda Demio (2011-2013) for as little as €205.10 per week.

What is the most popular hire car in New Zealand?

The most popular car hire category in New Zealand is the Toyota Rav4 available from 8 car hire companies in over 33 locations.

Why rent a car in New Zealand

New Zealand has without a doubt some of the world’s most dramatic and spectacular scenery and is best explored from the comfort of a rental car. If you're going to New Zealand on a well deserved holiday then don't be restricted to the confines of your hotel or public transport, take to the open roads and discover some of the more remote and less visited areas.

When it comes to finding the cheapest price for your car hire in New Zealand, we do the hard work so you don't have to. By comparing hundreds of car rental prices from trusted rental agents such as Alamo, Hertz and Avis as well as local suppliers, we provide you with the cheapest price possible.
 

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Car Hire Auckland
Auckland
€14.4
 
 
Mini 3 4 2 from €24.0 per day
Compact 5 5 3 from €15.8 per day
Economy 5 4 2 from €14.4 per day
Car Hire Christchurch
Christchurch
€14.4
 
 
Mini 3 4 2 from €19.9 per day
Compact 5 5 3 from €17.0 per day
Economy 5 4 2 from €14.4 per day
Car Hire Queenstown Airport
Queenstown Airport
€14.4
 
 
Economy 5 4 2 from €14.4 per day
Compact 5 5 3 from €19.0 per day
Standard 4 5 4 from €18.2 per day
Car Hire Wellington
Wellington
€47.3
 
 
Economy 5 5 2 from €47.3 per day
Standard 5 5 4 from €65.5 per day
Compact 5 5 3 from €54.5 per day