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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 10 April 2026.

Most popular company

Autounion Car Rental

Most common car type

Full-size

Average price per day

AED 187

Cheapest price per day

AED 19

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 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around AED 103/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 190% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in New Zealand?

In New Zealand, the most affordable car hire company right now is EZU Car Rental, offering prices from just AED 109.47/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Ace Rental Cars, with rates starting at AED 113.03/day.

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

At New Zealand, the best time to rent a car is at June, with an average daily rate of just AED 70. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging AED 242 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In New Zealand, the best time to rent a car is in June, with an average daily rate of just AED 70. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging AED 242 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

AED 184

February

AED 220

March

AED 151

April

AED 125

May

AED 73

June

AED 70

July

AED 84

August

AED 81

September

AED 88

October

AED 103

November

AED 129

December

AED 242

What car do most people hire in New Zealand?

SUV cars (Mitsubishi ASX or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting New Zealand. Passenger van cars (Toyota Previa or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Standard cars (Class Special Sedan 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.

What are the car rental prices for popular cities in New Zealand?

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 10 April 2026.

Among the most popular cities in New Zealand, Auckland offers the lowest average rental price at just AED 34/day. Other affordable options include Queenstown (AED 113/day), Christchurch (AED 128/day), and Nelson (AED 133/day).

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 10 April 2026.

Ace Rental Cars

8.4
Very Good
39 reviews19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.4

Apex

8.4
Very Good
42 reviews17 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.4

Budget

8.2
Very Good
41 reviews21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

8.2

Hertz

7.9
Good
57 reviews60 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.8

Europcar

7.2
Good
40 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.7

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.4

Avis

9.5
Wonderful
22 reviews21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

9.0

EZI

9.0
Wonderful
20 reviews28 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

9.1

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.8

Thrifty

8.2
Very Good
27 reviews63 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

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 10 April 2026.
  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in New Zealand?

    At AED 133/day, it is 37% cheaper on average to rent a car in Queenstown than any other city in New Zealand. The cheapest price found in New Zealand was for AED 75/day in Queenstown.

  • 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 10 April 2026.

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 (AED 17+).

Electric

Electric

AED 51+

Hybrid

Hybrid

AED 17+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

AED 17+

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