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Cheap Car Rentals in New Zealand from ₱1,603

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in New Zealand with a pick-up date of 1/14 and drop-off date of 1/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. 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 December 29, 2025.

Most common car type

Compact
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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 December 29, 2025.
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There are, in total, 855 car rental locations in New Zealand that are operated by 105 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can rent (cheapest price last found: ₱1,603/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from New Zealand rental providers:

Economy

Economy

₱1,603+

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Compact

Compact

₱1,636+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

₱3,637+

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Full-size

Full-size

₱3,814+

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SUV

SUV

₱2,521+

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Minivan

Minivan

₱5,496+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

₱3,657+

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Passenger van

Passenger van

₱6,761+

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Here are the best New Zealand small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best New Zealand medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best New Zealand SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best New Zealand van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios₱1,603/day
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Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios
Found 12/29/25
Toyota Avanza₱1,636/day
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Toyota Avanza
Found 12/29/25
Nissan Almera₱1,650/day
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A/C
Nissan Almera
Found 12/28/25

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 ₱3,896. Data was last updated on December 29, 2025.
Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios₱1,603/day
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Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios
Found 12/29/25
Toyota Avanza₱1,636/day
4
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Toyota Avanza
Found 12/29/25
Nissan Almera₱1,650/day
2
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A/C
Nissan Almera
Found 12/28/25

Cheapflights insights for New Zealand car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in New Zealand, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I rent a car in New Zealand?

Book your rental car in New Zealand 60 days before your pickup date to maximize your savings. Car rental prices are around ₱2,221/day on average when booked 60 days ahead, which saves you 4,941% off the average price.

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What is the cheapest rental car company in New Zealand?

Looking to rent a car in New Zealand? Mint Rentals had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only ₱649.47/day. Mode also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at ₱1,693.79/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in New Zealand?

Planning a car rental in New Zealand? June is the cheapest month, costing about ₱1,693 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of ₱4,316. Monthly average rental prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

₱3,344

February

₱3,453

March

₱2,992

April

₱2,716

May

₱1,718

June

₱1,693

July

₱2,003

August

₱2,020

September

₱2,087

October

₱1,961

November

₱2,716

December

₱4,316

What car do most people rent in New Zealand?

The most popular types of cars to rent in New Zealand are the following: Compact rentals (Toyota Prius c or similar), Economy rentals (Toyota Prius c or similar), and Passenger van rentals (Toyota HiAce or similar).

Which car rental 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.

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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 December 29, 2025.

Ace Rental Cars

8.4
Very good
39 reviews•19 locations
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Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.3

Apex

8.4
Very good
42 reviews•16 locations
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Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.4

Budget

8.2
Very good
40 reviews•21 locations
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Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.2

Hertz

8.1
Very good
53 reviews•60 locations
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Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.0

Europcar

7.2
Good
39 reviews•13 locations
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Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.7

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.4

Avis

9.5
Wonderful
22 reviews•21 locations
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Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

9.0

EZI

9.2
Wonderful
19 reviews•28 locations
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Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

9.0

Thrifty

8.2
Very good
26 reviews•63 locations
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Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

8.0

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 December 29, 2025.

  • What is the most popular car rental provider in New Zealand?

    With an average price of ₱650/day, Mint Rentals is the most popular car rental provider in New Zealand, booking 9% more rental cars than any other provider.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in New Zealand?

    In New Zealand, drivers are expected to drive on the left side of the road.

Car rentals by fuel type in New Zealand

Browse car rentals by fuel type in New Zealand. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in New Zealand. Deals were last updated on December 29, 2025.
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Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in New Zealand. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (₱27+).

Electric

Electric

₱51+

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Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

₱28+

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Hybrid

Hybrid

₱27+

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