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Cheap Car Rentals in New Zealand from Rp 1,700,447
This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in New Zealand with a pick-up date of 27/12 and drop-off date of 31/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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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 21 October 2025.
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Popular car types in New Zealand
Explore the most popular car models available for rent in New Zealand and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 21 October 2025.
There are, in total, 836 car hire locations in New Zealand that are operated by 99 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: Rp 1,700,447/day). Explore 2 car types currently offered from New Zealand hire providers:
Economy
Rp 1,551,747+
Compact
Rp 1,700,447+
Full-size
Rp 8,483,192+
SUV
Rp 2,548,104+
Full-size SUV
Rp 9,745,157+
Pick-up truck
Rp 8,613,346+
Standard SUV
Rp 2,259,149+
Compact SUV
Rp 2,289,452+
Compare car rental deals in New Zealand by type
Here are the best New Zealand small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best New Zealand SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Hyundai i20Rp 1,700,447/day
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Best car rental deals found in New Zealand
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in New Zealand. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in New Zealand with an average daily rate of Rp 5,134,360. Data was last updated on 21 October 2025.
Hyundai i20Rp 1,700,447/day
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Toyota RAV4Rp 2,548,104/day
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Hyundai i20Rp 6,173,208/day
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Cheapflights insights for New Zealand car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in New Zealand, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in New Zealand?
Book your car hire in New Zealand 30 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around Rp 612,684/day on average when booked 30 days ahead, which saves you 1,461,595% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in New Zealand?
EZU Car Rental is currently the cheapest car hire company in New Zealand with deals as low as Rp 134,459.34/day found in the past two weeks. Alamo is another inexpensive option with rates as low as Rp 418,281.19/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in New Zealand?
The cheapest month to hire a car in New Zealand is May, when you can expect to pay Rp 473,588/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in New Zealand is December (Rp 1,139,262/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
Rp 877,629
February
Rp 887,564
March
Rp 725,286
April
Rp 665,673
May
Rp 473,588
June
Rp 496,771
July
Rp 606,061
August
Rp 582,878
September
Rp 556,384
October
Rp 592,813
November
Rp 725,286
December
Rp 1,139,261
What car do most people hire in New Zealand?
Passenger van cars (Toyota Previa or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting New Zealand. Full-size cars (Toyota Previa or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Nissan X-Trail or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in New Zealand?
Thrifty has 63 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in New Zealand at 60.
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 21 October 2025.
Apex
42 reviews•15 locations
Ace Rental Cars
38 reviews•19 locations
Budget
39 reviews•21 locations
Hertz
51 reviews•60 locations
Avis
21 reviews•21 locations
EZI
18 reviews•28 locations
Thrifty
24 reviews•63 locations
Bargain Rental Cars
20 locations
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 21 October 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 1,778,219/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Mode is PASSENGER_VAN, which starts as low as Rp 655,572/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.
Car rentals by fuel type in New Zealand
Browse car rentals by fuel type in New Zealand. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in New Zealand. Deals were last updated on 21 October 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in New Zealand. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (Rp 211+).
Hybrid
Rp 240+
Petrol/Diesel
Rp 211+