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New Zealand car rentals in 2026

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 April 29, 2026.

Most popular company

Autounion Car Rental

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

₱1,791

Cheapest price per day

₱500
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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 66 days before your pickup date to maximize your savings. Car rental prices are around ₱2,259/day on average when booked 66 days ahead, which saves you 4,848% 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? New Zealand Discount Car Rentals had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only ₱583.78/day. Autounion Car Rental also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at ₱823.15/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 ₱1,762 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of ₱4,397. Monthly average rental prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

₱3,481

February

₱4,283

March

₱3,603

April

₱2,853

May

₱1,858

June

₱1,762

July

₱2,146

August

₱2,146

September

₱2,059

October

₱2,033

November

₱2,835

December

₱4,397

What car do most people rent in New Zealand?

The most popular types of cars to rent in New Zealand are the following: SUV rentals (Toyota RAV4 or similar), Compact 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.

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across New Zealand, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 242 pickup locations in New Zealand to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on April 29, 2026.
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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 April 29, 2026.

Ace Rental Cars

8.4
Very good
39 reviews•19 locations
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Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.4

Apex

8.4
Very good
42 reviews•17 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
42 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

7.9
Good
57 reviews•60 locations
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Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.8

Europcar

7.2
Good
40 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

9.0
Wonderful
20 reviews•28 locations
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Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

9.1

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.8

Thrifty

8.2
Very good
28 reviews•63 locations
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Cleanliness

8.3

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 April 29, 2026.

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

    With an average price of ₱4,571/day, Mode is the most popular car rental provider in New Zealand, booking 237% more rental cars than any other provider.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in New Zealand?

    At ₱1,394/day, it is 30% cheaper on average to rent a car in Christchurch than any other city in New Zealand. The cheapest price found in New Zealand was for ₱1,039/day in Christchurch.

  • 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.

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