New Zealand

Cheap Car Rentals in New Zealand from RM 37

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in New Zealand with a pick-up date of 8/11 and drop-off date of 17/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. 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 31 October 2025.

Most popular company

New Zealand Discount Car Rentals

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

RM 153

Cheapest price per day

RM 37

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 31 October 2025.

There are currently 840 hire locations operating in New Zealand spread across 100 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in New Zealand is small car at RM 37 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

RM 54+

Compact

Compact

RM 37+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 114+

Full-size

Full-size

RM 236+

SUV

SUV

RM 160+

People carrier

People carrier

RM 233+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

RM 200+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

RM 246+

Compare car rental deals in New Zealand by type

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

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

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

Honda JazzRM 37/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Jazz
Honda JazzRM 42/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Jazz
Hyundai MatrixRM 54/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai Matrix

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 RM 181. Data was last updated on 31 October 2025.
Honda JazzRM 37/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Jazz
Honda JazzRM 42/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Jazz
Hyundai MatrixRM 54/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai Matrix

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 43 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around RM 193/day on average when booked 43 days ahead, which saves you 312% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in New Zealand?

New Zealand Discount Car Rentals is currently the cheapest car hire company in New Zealand with deals as low as RM 33.73/day found in the past two weeks. EZU Car Rental is another inexpensive option with rates as low as RM 55.84/day.

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

Planning to hire a car in New Zealand? May is the cheapest month, costing about RM 132 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of RM 307. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

RM 253

February

RM 245

March

RM 226

April

RM 211

May

RM 132

June

RM 141

July

RM 151

August

RM 150

September

RM 160

October

RM 159

November

RM 211

December

RM 307

What car do most people hire in New Zealand?

Economy cars (Toyota Yaris or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting New Zealand. SUV cars (Class Full-size SUV or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Mitsubishi Outlander 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 247 pickup locations in New Zealand to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 31 October 2025.

If you're looking for the best car rental deals in New Zealand, start with Queenstown, where rates average RM 44/day. You can also find good prices in Christchurch (RM 84/day), Auckland (RM 95/day), and Dunedin (RM 305/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 31 October 2025.

Apex

8.7
Very Good
42 reviews15 locations

Budget

8.3
Very Good
40 reviews21 locations

Ace Rental Cars

8.3
Very Good
38 reviews19 locations

Hertz

8.1
Very Good
51 reviews60 locations

Avis

9.5
Wonderful
21 reviews21 locations

EZI

9.1
Wonderful
18 reviews28 locations

Thrifty

8.0
Very Good
24 reviews63 locations

Bargain Rental Cars

20 locations

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 31 October 2025.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in New Zealand?

    When hiring a car in New Zealand, the most popular provider of hire cars among Cheapflights users is New Zealand Discount Car Rentals, and with prices around RM 69/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from New Zealand Discount Car Rentals is COMPACT, which starts as low as RM 36/day.

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

    At RM 57/day, the cheapest car rental price in New Zealand was found in Queenstown. On average, Queenstown has the cheapest daily rental car price (RM 99/day), which is 47% below average price for cities in New Zealand.

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

    Cars in New Zealand are to be driven 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 31 October 2025.

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 (RM 9+).

Electric

Electric

RM 44+

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 9+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 10+

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