New Zealand car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in New Zealand. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 7 June 2025.
Most popular company | Snap Rentals |
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Most common car type | Compact |
Average price per day | Rp 1,248,657 |
Cheapest price per day | Rp 941,866 |
Cheapest time to rent a car in New Zealand
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in New Zealand and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 7 June 2025.
January
Rp 814,199
February
Rp 879,335
March
Rp 569,939
April
Rp 521,087
May
Rp 293,111
June
Rp 309,395
July
Rp 374,531
August
Rp 374,531
September
Rp 374,531
October
Rp 488,519
November
Rp 700,211
December
Rp 1,139,879
Compare available car types for rental in New Zealand
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in New Zealand to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 7 June 2025.
Small cars | Rp 388,349 - Rp 1,372,089 | |
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All Car Types | Rp 661,558 - Rp 2,048,683 |
To hire a small car in New Zealand, you would pay an average price of Rp 757,739/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a small car in New Zealand (~Rp 388,349/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~Rp 1,372,089/day). In fact, May is about 49% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for New Zealand. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New Zealand, hiring a small car saves you 39% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
To hire a medium car in New Zealand, you would pay an average price of Rp 962,881/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in New Zealand (~Rp 646,400/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 2,199,022/day). In fact, June is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for New Zealand. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New Zealand, hiring a medium car saves you 22% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
To hire a large car in New Zealand, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,417,720/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a large car in New Zealand (~Rp 688,812/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 2,271,535/day). In fact, February is about 52% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for New Zealand. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New Zealand, hiring a large car is 14% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
To hire a SUV in New Zealand, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,140,116/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in New Zealand (~Rp 662,389/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~Rp 2,731,757/day). In fact, June is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for New Zealand. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New Zealand, hiring a SUV saves you 7% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
To hire a van in New Zealand, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,335,129/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a van in New Zealand (~Rp 817,347/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 3,123,025/day). In fact, May is about 39% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for New Zealand. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New Zealand, hiring a van is 9% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
To hire a luxury car in New Zealand, you would pay an average price of Rp 503,779/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in New Zealand (~Rp 635,238/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~Rp 1,557,889/day). In fact, October is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for New Zealand. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New Zealand, hiring a luxury car saves you 59% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
Top rental agencies in New Zealand
Explore the leading car rental agencies in New Zealand known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in New Zealand. Reviews were last updated on 7 June 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in New Zealand, including locations near Wellington, Auckland and Taupo. Helpful information on each car rental agency is available, including reviews, pricing, pickup location, and more.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in New Zealand, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 7 June 2025.
What is the most popular car hire provider in New Zealand?
When hiring a car in New Zealand, the most popular provider of hire cars among Cheapflights users is Mode, and with prices around Rp 1,474,434/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Mode is PASSENGER_VAN, which starts as low as Rp 1,107,312/day.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in New Zealand?
When visiting New Zealand, it is typically cheapest to rent your car in Christchurch where rental cars typically will cost around Rp 1,248,657/day (0% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in New Zealand was found in Christchurch for just Rp 941,866/day.
What side of the road do you drive on in New Zealand?
Cars travel on the left side of the road in New Zealand.