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What is the cheapest car hire agency in New Zealand?
At the moment, the cheapest car hire agency in New Zealand is JUCY , through whom users can find deals for as low as €28 per day. Users who book a rental car with JUCY tend to find prices that are lower than the €34 per day national average. Keep in mind that prices may vary depending on where you are renting, how many days you hire for, and the type of car you choose.
What is the most popular car hire agency in New Zealand?
The most popular car hire company in New Zealand is Rental Cars 247. This agency currently has 15 reviews, with an average customer satisfaction score of 9.4 out of 10. 44% of momondo users recently selected Rental Cars 247 as their rental car company of choice for their travels in New Zealand.
What car hire company in New Zealand has the most locations?
If you plan on travelling to New Zealand and hiring a car, then keep in mind that Thrifty is the car hire agency with the most locations. You are likely to find one of their 65 country-wide locations either at your destination airport or somewhere in the city centre. Thrifty tends to have locations in the top must-see cities across New Zealand. Auckland, for example, has 5 Thrifty locations.
What is the most popular type of car to hire in New Zealand?
38% of momondo users preferred to hire a SUV when visiting New Zealand, making it the most popular type of car to rent in the country. Although car hire prices in New Zealand will vary by city and supplier, you can expect to pay an average of €43 per day for a SUV.
New Zealand car hire deals found on momondo
Find the car hire in New Zealand that's right for you
Small cars
€9 - €56
All Car Types
€13 - €84
The average price of a small car hire in New Zealand is €29. The cheapest time to hire a small car in New Zealand is in May. The price is 70% lower than the rest of the year at just €9 per day. A small car rental is typically 24% less expensive than the average rental car in New Zealand. The average price of a car hire in New Zealand can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for New Zealand small car hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a medium car hire in New Zealand is €39. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in New Zealand is in May. The price is 67% lower than the rest of the year at just €13 per day. A medium car rental is typically 0% more expensive than the average rental car in New Zealand. The average price of a car hire in New Zealand can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.
The average price of a large car hire in New Zealand is €56. The cheapest time to hire a large car in New Zealand is in April. The price is 61% lower than the rest of the year at just €22 per day. A large car rental is typically 31% more expensive than the average rental car in New Zealand. The average price of a car hire in New Zealand can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.
The average price of a SUV hire in New Zealand is €44. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in New Zealand is in May. The price is 46% lower than the rest of the year at just €24 per day. A SUV rental is typically 12% more expensive than the average rental car in New Zealand. The average price of a car hire in New Zealand can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for New Zealand SUV hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a van hire in New Zealand is €48. The cheapest time to hire a van in New Zealand is in May. The price is 86% lower than the rest of the year at just €7 per day. A van rental is typically 19% more expensive than the average rental car in New Zealand. The average price of a car hire in New Zealand can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for New Zealand van hire found on momondo in the past week.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ So easy and hassle free Apex team were very accommodating and very helpful, definitely will hire again from Apex . Great value for money, thank you Apex.
8.0
Very Good|Mar 2023
Everything was fine.
8.0
Very Good|Mar 2023
Nice rental.Very curtious.
10.0
Wonderful|Feb 2023
Allowed for an early pick-up of the car. Car was spacious and clean.
The pricing at Acer Car Rental is unclear compared to other car rental companies. My boyfriend initially thought we secured a deal for $660. However, we had to purchase additional insurance for $118.05 to avoid a $4,999 liability in case of any damage to the car. We were also charged $180 for dropping the car off at a different location, which unexpectedly increased to $211.74 upon pick-up due to a "service fee." Additionally, a $479.99 bond was required at pick-up, which, frustratingly, has not been returned even five days after we dropped off the car. In total, the costs amounted to $989.79 plus the $479.99 bond, making this a far cry from the initial $660 deal we anticipated. In conclusion, I find Acer Car Rental to be speculative in its practices, operating without professionalism or good faith.
8.0
Very Good|Oct 2024
Very nice and easy
8.0
Very Good|Jan 2024
Good service and good value for money.
10.0
Wonderful|Aug 2022
Easy from booking to collecting car and dropping off again. Friendly staff at the collection point. Thank you.
Pick up was quick and easy as was the drop off. Friendly and helpful staff. Our only wish is that the inside of the vehicle would have been cleaned better. It was vacuumed and litter free but the leather seats and interior windows needed cleaning/wipe down.
4.0
Mediocre|Apr 2023
I have been charged for 1.45 hours almost the same price as I paid for the car for 24 hours. I was told that up to 59 mins late back would be a grace period, and I explained by circumstances. Disappointing to have such a steep charge, will not be using Hertz again.
10.0
Wonderful|Apr 2023
The customer service rep in Blenheim was friendly, courteous and very helpful. Car was clean, economical to drive and reliable. Would definitely hire a car again.
6.0
Okay|Apr 2023
Staff were great. Sadly we chose a vehicle that wasn't really suited to our needs. Our mistake, not Hertz.
Pick up wasn’t very smooth, had to wait longer than expected.
6.0
Okay|Sept 2023
I had a late pickup when it was dark and raining so I was unable to check the car properly. The next day I was shocked to see the number of scratches on the paintwork. I called the Nelson airport office and was told they could send through some photos from your files so I could verify that the scratches had already been noted. The email/link to photos did not reach me. I was also told that scratches are regarded as wear and tear but there was one significant long scratch that I was particularly concerned about. The next day I noticed a dent in the passenger door. I took a photo and I think I called again. Basically for the whole of the hire I had anxiety and uncertainty whether I would be charged the excess for repairs to the dent or the scratches, that I hadn’t seen when I picked the car up. I was unsure whether I would be held responsible even though I had taken care where I parked the car and certainly wasn’t aware of causing any of the scratches or dent myself. I won’t be picking up hire cars in the future when it is dark but I also think the check over of the car should have been done with one of your staff. The fact that Budget regards scratches and dents as general wear and tear is up to you but it doesn’t help your customers if they pick up cars late and during bad weather making it impossible to check over the car adequately. Apart from this, I was pleased with the car and pickup/drop off was very straightforward.
10.0
Wonderful|Aug 2023
Great!
10.0
Wonderful|Jun 2023
Nice clean car, felt safe with the rental car. easy pick up and drop off
2.0
Poor|May 2023
Great until i extended the trip. My invoice at the end doubled the cost of my rental for a one day extension.
The easiest and friendliest car rental process ever! Booked online for Nelson Airport pickup and return Feb ‘24. Cheerful and helpful man at the desk. No surprises. Smooth process. But be aware that there is an extra surcharge for the airport ( ours was $45).
10.0
Wonderful|Jan 2024
Auckland airport is in renovation and you have to walk from car return area to terminal about 1/4 mile. My wife has bad ankle so not ideal return experience.
10.0
Wonderful|Jun 2023
They were one of the few companies that remained open late so we could pick up our car the night we arrived.
10.0
Wonderful|May 2023
It was a very good experience with this rental car company, certainly I will be first choice if I need one again. Thank you for the excellent service.
10.0
Wonderful|Apr 2023
Helpful and pleasant woman at the airport. Great comfortable car. Fun to drive and good gas mileage.
10.0
Wonderful|Mar 2023
Very easy process all around. No hassle at all, comfortable and very clean car. Operation instructions for the car (EV) would have been helpful.
Didn’t realize you needed a New Zealand gas card to purchase gas. We wished agents would have notified us of this as we rented our car.
10.0
Wonderful|Jun 2023
All the staff are very helpful and friendly. Had a minor issue but staff sorted it out quickly and efficiently. All the staff at Avis Kerikeri are the shining stars for Avis.
10.0
Wonderful|Apr 2023
Very good service..the vehicle we hired was very clean,comfortable and economical. Plenty of room for extra passengers and luggage.
10.0
Wonderful|Apr 2023
We only rented for 1 1/2 days and it was Very Expensive because of the one way charge. Would not normally do but this was a once in a lifetime trip.
10.0
Wonderful|Mar 2023
Friendly staff for pick up and drop off. Clean car in great condition. Flexible staff when I extended reservation for a day.
10.0
Wonderful|Mar 2023
The car was an excellant choice for the New Zealand roads, nimble and quick when needed. the staff of the agency was very helpful and informative. Over all an excellant experience.
At the time of drop of vehicle and subsequently till date too, no invoice and details have been provided for amount charged against the security deposit originally retained by Ezi.
Good deal,, good service, recommend to all traveler
10.0
Wonderful|Mar 2023
Maybe discount next time:)
10.0
Wonderful|Feb 2023
All good!
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Car hire in New Zealand
Learn everything there is to know about hiring a car in New Zealand so you can be properly prepared for your next trip
What side of the road do people in New Zealand drive on?
Whether you hire or own a car in New Zealand, you are required by law to drive on the left. Keep in mind that if you do not feel comfortable driving on this side of the road, you can always call a taxi or opt for a ride share.
How good are the roads in New Zealand?
New Zealand ranked 43 out of 137 countries across the globe for road quality in 2019. On a scale of 1 to 7, New Zealand received a road quality score of 4.7. Keep in mind that road quality conditions in New Zealand can vary depending on what area of the country you plan to visit.
What is the drink driving limit in New Zealand?
The legal blood alcohol content (BAC) limit in New Zealand is 0.05%. However, it’s important to check regional or local city laws because sometimes this limit might be different. The BAC in New Zealand may also vary based on age, driving experience, and whether or not you are driving a commercial vehicle. If you are younger than 18, which is the legal drinking age in New Zealand, then you may face strict penalties if you are caught drink-driving. Keep in mind that it is never a good idea to drink-drive no matter how old you are.
How much does petrol cost in New Zealand?
Petrol in New Zealand costs €1.40 per litre as of last week. If you plan on hiring a car in New Zealand, then set aside a budget for the cost of petrol based on how much driving you imagine doing. If you’re looking to hire a car on a budget, consider a country with lower fuel prices such as Kuwait which has an average price of €0.30 per litre. Hong Kong is another great country to visit if you aren’t worried about petrol prices, which tend to be around €3.05 per litre as of last week.
When did momondo last update prices for cars in New Zealand?
Prices for cars in New Zealand refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for cars in New Zealand?
There are 823 operators available for cars in New Zealand as of July 2025.
How old do you have to be to hire a car in New Zealand?
The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including New Zealand. In many EU countries drivers must be 18 years old. As a rule, you’ll need to be 21 to hire a car abroad, and a young driver surcharge may be applied if you are under 25. We recommend reading through the policy of your chosen hire company before booking.
What documentation or ID do you need to hire a car in New Zealand?
To hire a car in New Zealand, all drivers must have a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We recommend that you verify with the specific hire company you're booking with.
Why use momondo?
Why should I use momondo to book a car hire in New Zealand?
Using momondo to book a car hire in New Zealand could save you time and money. momondo searches thousands of car hire websites and locations to provide you with a wide selection of options and cars to choose from.
How does momondo help me find the best car hire deal in New Zealand?
Filtering is how momondo helps you find a great car hire in New Zealand. Narrow your search using price and map features as well as filtering by fuel or mileage policies amongst many other filters available.
Does momondo show car hire deals in New Zealand with free cancellation?
Yes, momondo allows you to filter specifically for car hire companies in New Zealand offering free cancellation.
Can I hire a car with a fair fuel policy in New Zealand on momondo?
Fair fuel policies are specifically available to select on momondo, allowing you to refine your search for car hire in New Zealand.
Can I find a car hire in New Zealand which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?
Yes, momondo can show you specific deals which include enhanced cleaning on car hire in New Zealand.
Can I search for car hire in New Zealand with unlimited mileage on momondo?
Unlimited mileage is indeed an option momondo offers on car hire in New Zealand.
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