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Search for and compare prices on car rental in the whole of New Zealand. Good rental prices on family, luxury and economy cars. When you rent a car with autoprio.com no surprises awaits when you pick up the car on your arrival. The prices include any airport fees, free mileage and obligatory insurances, taxes and fees. Our aim is to help you find cheap rental cars in New Zealand online. Do you prefer some companies before others? You can choose that when you do your search.

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Advice and tips about renting a car in New Zealand

Here we have put together some tips on what to consider when looking for a rental car in New Zealand and regions/states such as Canterbury, Wellington, Auckland, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Manawatu-Wanganui, Otago, Hawke's Bay, Northland and Taranaki.

Is free mileage / free miles included?

Check that free mileage is included in the rent. If free mileage is not included, check that the number of kilometers in the contract is sufficient. All major companies have unlimited mileage, but less expensive companies may have a maximum mileage per day.

Do a quick inspection upon pickup

Inspect and examine the rental car when you pick it up. Check that all damages, scratches and dents are included in the condition report. Check how big the deductible is! What often differentiates between smaller, cheaper companies in New Zealand and larger global companies is the amount of the deductible. Also read the conditions carefully when it comes to how the car is to be returned. Smaller local companies may have an administrative fee if the car is to be returned with an empty tank. Any fee is stated in our terms and conditions when you apply.

Review the contract & terms carefully

Review and read the rental conditions before booking the rental car. Autoprio.com offers rental cars from several different rental car companies and the conditions differ between the different companies. Smaller companies may have administrative fees to be paid on site that relate to refueling after return. Any fees are stated during the booking. Review and read the contract when you pick up your rental car. Autoprio.com offers cheap rental cars from several different rental car companies in New Zealand and the contract differs between the different companies. If there is something you do not understand in the contract, ask someone from the company on site or contact us directly.

Book as early as possible

Book as early as possible, it will usually be more expensive if you wait. In large cities such as Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Manukau, Waitakere, North Shore, Hamilton, Dunedin, Tauranga and Lower Hutt, prices often rise the later you book. It can also be difficult to find cars at major airports such as Auckland Airport, Wellington Airport, Christchurch Airport, Hamilton Airport, Dunedin Airport, Tauranga Airport, Palmerston North Airport, Rotorua Airport, Nelson Airport and Hawkes Bay Airport, if you wait too long.

Compare prices from several companies and book the rental car on the Internet

Rent a car cheap in New ZealandSearching and booking car rental on the Internet becomes cheaper and it is easier and takes less time. Compare many companies and sites to find the best price. Autoprio.com compares several companies at the same time in a single search via Cartrawler. We do not own any cars but only compare prices from different companies such as e.g. Avis, Hertz, Europcar, Budget, Sixt, Thrifty, National, Enterprise, Alamo and Dollar, etc.

Refuel the car before returning it

Different companies have different fuel conditions. If the car is to be refueled before return, do so to avoid extra fees from the rental car company. Some smaller companies have an administrative fee for refueling the car if it is to be left empty, which is stated in the conditions but not always in the total price. Look extra carefully at the refueling regulations! If the company has 'Pick up full, drop off empty' then there may be an administrative fee for refueling. Any fee is stated during the booking. It is often the cheaper companies that have 'Pick up full, drop off empty'.

Are there several of you who will drive the car? Where are you going?

Extra driver? If more than one person is driving the car, this must be stated at the time of booking or at the company upon arrival. Remember that there may be restrictions on driving the car to other countries and taking the car from or to islands such as Waiheke Island, Great Barrier Island and Stewart Island-Raikura.

Frequently asked questions about car rental & renting a car in New Zealand

What is the best rental car company in New Zealand?

Based on ratings and reviews on autoprio.com, the best car rental companies in New Zealand are Budget, National, Europcar, Hertz, Avis, Thrifty and Sixt. You can find these car hire companies in cities like Auckland, Wellington, Lower Hutt, Dunedin, Hamilton, Tauranga, Waitakere, Manukau, Christchurch and North Shore.

What is the cheapest car rental company in New Zealand?

In the past 14 days, the cheapest rental cars were found on Autoprio.com at Drive Nz, GO Rentals, Lucky, Letz, Ezirent, Abell, Snap Rentals and Hitch in cities like Auckland, Wellington, Lower Hutt, Dunedin, Hamilton, Tauranga, Waitakere, Manukau, Christchurch and North Shore, etc and at airports like Dunedin Airport, Christchurch Airport, Auckland Airport, Tauranga Airport, Wellington Airport and Hamilton Airport, etc.

What are the most popular car rental locations in New Zealand?

Based on searches on autoprio.com, the most popular cities to rent a car in New Zealand are Christchurch, Palmerston North, Hamilton, Tauranga, North Shore, Napier City, Manukau, Rotorua, Wellington, Waitakere, Dunedin, Nelson, Hastings, Lower Hutt and Auckland. The most popular airports are Dunedin Airport, Christchurch Airport, Auckland Airport, Tauranga Airport, Wellington Airport and Hamilton Airport.

Are there any cross-border charges if you want to leave New Zealand?

The car rental agents like Budget, National, Europcar, Hertz, Avis, Thrifty and Sixt may choose to charge you for cross-border travel. Any fees will need to be paid at the rental desk in New Zealand in local currency. We will state whether cross-border travel is allowed and in which countries at the time of booking under rental conditions at Autoprio.com.

Are there extra charges for drop-off at a different location in New Zealand?

Yes, in most cases the car rental agents like Europcar, Hertz, Sixt, Budget and Avis will charge an extra fee if you wish to return the vehicle at a different location in New Zealand. We will clearly state whether the one-way fee is included in the rental price or what additional cost may arise at the time of booking at Autoprio.com.

How can I find car rentals near me in New Zealand?

Do a search for the city, island or airport closest to you in New Zealand. A search for country or e.g. island in New Zealand lists the largest airports like Auckland Airport, Wellington Airport, Hawkes Bay Airport, Rotorua Airport, Palmerston North Airport, Nelson Airport, Dunedin Airport, Hamilton Airport, Christchurch Airport and Tauranga Airport. Then take a look at our map of cheap car hire companies to find the best rental cars near you.

How much do you charge for excess in New Zealand?

The excess amount depends on the car hire company and the rented vehicle and it will be refunded within 10-28 days after the rental if there has been no damage. Cartrawler offer damage refund insurance in association with Autoprio.com insurance partners, which will allow you to claim for reimbursement in the event that you have been charged for collision damage or theft. This damage refund insurance can be purchased at the time of booking.

Do I need an international driver’s licence in New Zealand?

If your licence is not printed in the Roman alphabet (i.e. Arabic, Greek, Russian or Chinese) you will need to bring an international driving licence and your domestic licence in New Zealand. If you are renting abroad (outside your country of residence, or outside where your license was issued), an international drivers licence is usually required regardless of the alphabet. International driver’s licences must be accompanied by the original domestic licence of the driver.

Can I book without a credit card in New Zealand?

Yes. You can make a booking without a credit card with Autoprio.com in New Zealand. Note that, even if you choose to pay by debit card, you will have to provide a valid credit card in the driver’s name at the time of pick-up since the rental agent requires a credit card from which to take the rental deposit. Credit cards accepted for pick-up are MasterCard, Visa, and in some cases American Express.

How old do you have to be to rent a car in New Zealand?

Most car hire companies have a minimum age limit of 21 years for rentals. However, requirements may vary depending on the car rental company and destination country. Please note that there may be additional charges if the main driver is under 25 or over 75 years old to cover the extra insurance cost. Any additional fee will be mentioned at the time of booking under summary of charges before you confirm the reservation at Autoprio.com.

Which costs are included in the rental price in New Zealand?

In the majority of cases the rental price includes breakdown assistance, collision damage waiver, third party liability protection, airport fee, tax and unlimited mileage. Please note that the costs included may vary depending on the car rental company and destination. The car hire company may also choose to ask you for a deposit or excess at the rental desk in New Zealand. Make sure to check the rental conditions at the time of booking at Autoprio.com.

Compare Rental Cars in New Zealand - Search, Compare & Save

Car rental in New ZealandHere you can compare rental cars and hiring of vehicles from several companies in cities in New Zealand. Look for and find the best prices on car rental. Search for and book directly in cities such as, Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Manukau, Waitakere, North Shore, Hamilton, Dunedin, Tauranga, Lower Hutt, Palmerston North. We list prices from companies that are safe and quality assured so that there will not be any problems when you want to pick up your car.

We can offer car rental where every cost is included, no hidden fees and free cancellations or amendments up to 24-48 hours before you are supposed to pick up the car. An easy and safe booking of rental cars online. Autoprio.com can offer rental cars in the most cities, train stations and communities as well as airports in New Zealand.

Facts about New Zealand

New Zealand is a country with approximately 4,252,000 inhabitants and is located in Oceania. The capital is Wellington which has 381,900 inhabitants. Total surface/area 268,680 km² / 103,738 mi². It is the 3th largest country on Oceania when it comes to inhabitants and the 3th largest regarding the surface. Other names for this country is Dominion of New Zealand. It consists of seventeen regions/states/counties and the largest are Canterbury, Wellington, Auckland, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Manawatu-Wanganui, Otago, Hawke’s Bay, Northland, Taranaki, Southland, Gisborne, Nelson, Marlborough, Tasman, West Coast and Chatham Islands. New Zealand is the 127th largest country in the world when it comes to inhabitants and the 76th largest regarding its surface area. English, Maori are languages used in the country. .nz is the most common domain ending for websites in this country. Auckland (c. 417900 pop), Wellington (c. 381900 pop), Christchurch (c. 363900 pop), Manukau (c. 362000 pop), Waitakere (c. 208100 pop) are the five largest cities. Suggestions on places, attractions, museums that could be worth a visit during your trip to New Zealand. Weather and maps of the country, cities etc. To make a call, you use the country code +64. The five highest mountains are Aoraki / Mount Cook (3754 m / 12,316 ft), Mount Tasman (3498 m / 11,476 ft), Mount Dampier (3440 m / 11,286 ft), Mount Aspiring (3033 m / 9,951 ft) and Mount Earnslaw (2819 m / 9,249 ft). Dollar (NZD) is the official currency for shopping and payments.

New Zealand tourist attractions & activities

Butterfly Creek and Founders Park are theme parks, water parks or amusement parks located in New Zealand. Do you want to do something fun with the whole family? Zoos, aquarium, tropicarium, terrarium, tropical house and animal parks located in New Zealand are Kiwi House, Hamilton Zoo, Whangarata Zoo Park, Auckland Zoo and Marshalls Animal Park. Looking at exotic animals? Thinking of going on a wine trip to New Zealand? Vineyards and wine producers in New Zealand are for example Passage Rock Vineyard, Invivo Wines and Matua Valley Wines.

Cheap car rental with unlimited mileage in New Zealand

There are many different models and sizes of cars to choose from. Fleet list in New Zealand: Compact elite, Mini cars (Mini), Luxury elite, Estate, Fullsize elite, 7 seater minivan (7 seat minivan), Mini elite, Small-medium truck-lorry (Small-medium truck), 9 seater minivan / Minibus (9 seat minivan), Premium cars (Premium), Compact cars (Compact), Standard cars (Standard), Special cars (Special), Hybrid cars, Medium SUV, Economy elite, Intermediate, Economy cars (Economy), Fullsize cars (Fullsize), Luxury cars (Luxury), Electric cars, Exotic cars (Exotic), Small SUV, Cargo van, Moped, Intermediate elite, Large truck-lorry (Large truck), SUV / Jeep (SUV), 5 seater minivan (5 seat minivan), Convertible, Minivan. Big cities and popular destinations have more car types to choose from. If you want to rent a luxury car then search at the major airports and the most popular destinations in the major regions such as Canterbury, Wellington, Auckland, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Manawatu-Wanganui, Otago, Hawke’s Bay, Northland, Taranaki, Southland, Gisborne, Nelson, Marlborough, Tasman, West Coast and Chatham Islands etc. It can also be harder to find and book special cars during peak season, if you do not search well in advance, before you need your rental car.

Cars you can rent in New Zealand are e.g. Economy cars: e.g. Nissan Tiida (2010-2015 Model), Super Saver Car Economy 1999-2005 Model, Toyota Yaris, Nissan Micra, Super Saver Car Older Economy Model, Economy elite, etc. Estate: e.g. Volkswagen Passat Estate, Ford Focus Estate, Subaru Legacy Estate, etc. Intermediate: e.g. Nissan Sunny (1999-2004 Model), Nissan Tiida, Hyundai i30, Holden Captiva, Toyota Corolla, etc. Fullsize cars: e.g. Toyota Camry Hybrid, Tesla Model S, Holden Calais, Exotic cars, etc. Compact cars: e.g. Jeep Compass, Super Saver Car Compact 1999-2005 Model, Hyundai i20, Super Saver Car Older Compact Model, Luxury cars, Special cars, etc. Mini cars: e.g. Kia Picanto, Ford Ka, etc. Cargo van: e.g. Mitsubishi Triton, Toyota Previa Camper car (Standard 4 Berth), Toyota Previa Camper Car (Premium 2 Berth), Toyota Previa Camper Car (Standard 2 Berth), etc. 9 seater minivan / Minibus: e.g. Toyota Minibus, Ford Transit, Medium SUV, 5 seater minivan, Electric cars, Luxury elite, Moped, Small SUV, etc. Minivan: e.g. Toyota Commuter, Toyota Estima, Ford Transit, Toyota Hiace, Toyota Minibus, etc. Premium cars: e.g. Toyota GT-86, Nissan Maxima, Large truck-lorry, Mini elite, Fullsize elite, Small-medium truck-lorry, Intermediate elite, etc. SUV / Jeep: e.g. Mitsubishi Outlander, Toyota Prado, Kia Sportage, Daihatsu Terios, Nissan Patrol, etc. Standard cars: e.g. Volkswagen Passat 2004 to 2017, Hyundai Elantra, Toyota Prius, etc. 7 seater minivan: e.g. Volkswagen Sharan, Volkswagen Touran, Toyota Previa, Compact elite, etc. Convertible: e.g. Audi A5 Convertible, Mazda MX5, Mercedes E Class Convertible, Hybrid cars, etc. However, in smaller cities and on islands like North Island, South Island, Waiheke Island, Great Barrier Island, Stewart Island Raikura, Yule Island, Wiroa Island, White Island, White Island, Whatitirinui Island, Whangarara, Whangara Island, Whanganui Island, Whakaterepapanui, West Island, Wekarua Island, Weka Island, Weka Island, Weeks Island, Pohowaitai Island, Makaro, Wakaroa, Waimate Island, Waewaetorea, Victory Island, Urupukapuka, Unahi, Ulva Island, Tuhawaiki Island, Tuamotu Island and Tree Island etc, the range is smaller.

Parking regulations and traffic regulations

Driving a rental car in New Zealand is not that difficult, but as in most countries there are parking and traffic regulations you must abide by. It is better to learn the most important parking and traffic regulations before your trip to avoid fines and make your trip safe. If you are planning to rent a car in the larger cities such as Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Manukau, Waitakere, North Shore, Hamilton, Dunedin, Tauranga, Lower Hutt, Palmerston North, you had better plan ahead! You might have trouble finding parking and there is often traffic, especially during rush hour.

What to consider when looking for a rental car in New Zealand?

If you already have decided to rent a car in New Zealand before you leave and want to part as little as possible, you ought to book a car before you leave. First of all, you should try booking your car online. It is often the cheapest, easiest way to look for and compare, and it saves you time. If your car is supposed to be collected at an airport such as Auckland International Airport, Wellington Rongotai International Airport, Christchurch International Airport, Hamilton Rukuhia International Airport, Dunedin Momona Airport, Tauranga Airport, Palmerston North Airport and Rotorua Regional Airport, you should book before you leave. One search shows many options. Letz, Ezirent, Jucy, East Coast Rentals, Europcar, Mode Rentals, Lucky, National, Scotties, Ezi Car Rental, Drive Nz, Avis, Ace, Sixt, Abell, Thrifty, GO Rentals, Hitch, Snap Rentals, Enterprise, Budget, Dollar, Alamo, Aerodrive, Hertz, Firefly, Redspot, InterRent are the companies that autoprio.com compares in New Zealand.

Destinations in New Zealand

Compare car rental and find cheap hire cars in regions such as: Rent a Car Canterbury, Rental Cars Wellington, Rent a Car Auckland, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Manawatu-Wanganui, Otago, Hawke's Bay, Northland, Taranaki, Southland, Gisborne, Nelson, Marlborough and Tasman. We allows you to quickly and easily compare results from hundreds of car rental sites at once. Find the best hire cars and the cheapest car rental in towns such as: Van Rental Auckland, Compare Rental Cars Wellington, Cheap Car Hire Christchurch, Manukau, Waitakere, North Shore, Hamilton, Dunedin, Tauranga, Lower Hutt, Palmerston North, Rotorua, Hastings, Nelson, Napier City, Mangere, Porirua, Whangarei, New Plymouth and Invercargill. All prices include free mileage, fees at the airport and necessary insurances, local taxes and fees etc in New Zealand. Compare car hire and van rental in airports such as: Rent a Car Cheap Auckland Airport, Car Rental Wellington Airport, Car Rental Christchurch Airport, Hamilton Airport, Dunedin Airport, Tauranga Airport, Palmerston North Airport, Rotorua Airport, Nelson Airport, Hawkes Bay Airport, Whangarei Airport, New Plymouth Airport, Invercargill Airport, Whanganui Airport, Gisborne Airport, Richard Pearse Airport, Woodbourne Airport, Taupo Airport, Whakatane Airport and Queenstown Airport.

Car rental companies we compare in New Zealand

When you are looking for a rental car in New Zealand, autoprio.com compares, for example, these companies: Scotties, Dollar, Sixt, Avis, Ezirent, Aerodrive, Drive Nz, Redspot, Hitch, Alamo, East Coast Rentals, Europcar, Jucy, Hertz, Abell, Snap Rentals, Budget, Firefly, Lucky, Enterprise, National, Ezi Car Rental, Mode Rentals, Thrifty, InterRent, Ace, GO Rentals and Letz.

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