Cheap Car Rentals in New Zealand from RM 33
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 16/10 and drop-off date of 30/10. 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.
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 8 October 2026.
Most popular company | Mode |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Economy |
Average price per day | RM 157 |
Cheapest price per day | RM 33 |
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 8 October 2026.
There are currently 914 hire locations operating in New Zealand spread across 115 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in New Zealand is small car at RM 33 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
RM 33+
Compact
RM 33+
Intermediate
RM 63+
SUV
RM 96+
People carrier
RM 177+
Full-size SUV
RM 165+
Pick-up truck
RM 196+
Supplier choice
RM 55+
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 107. Data was last updated on 8 October 2026.
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 32 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around RM 189/day on average when booked 32 days ahead, which saves you 277% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in New Zealand?
EZU Car Rental is currently the cheapest car hire company in New Zealand with deals as low as RM 8.19/day found in the past two weeks. Mode is another inexpensive option with rates as low as RM 8.45/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 146 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of RM 306. 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 255
February
RM 296
March
RM 261
April
RM 204
May
RM 146
June
RM 147
July
RM 160
August
RM 146
September
RM 159
October
RM 157
November
RM 206
December
RM 306
What car do most people hire in New Zealand?
SUV cars (Class Intermediate SUV or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting New Zealand. Compact cars (Toyota Prius c or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Economy cars (Toyota Yaris or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in New Zealand?
Avis has 21 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. NextCar has the second-highest number of locations in New Zealand at 1.
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 47 pickup locations in New Zealand to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 8 October 2026.
If you're looking for the best car rental deals in New Zealand, start with Auckland, where rates average RM 35/day. You can also find good prices in Christchurch (RM 41/day), Queenstown (RM 78/day), and Wellington (RM 115/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 8 October 2026.
Avis
Overview
Cleanliness
Comfort
Overall
Pick-up/drop-off
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Avis Locations in New Zealand
NextCar
NextCar Locations in New Zealand
JUCY
JUCY Locations in New Zealand
National
National Locations in New Zealand
NZZU
NZZU Locations in New Zealand
Rhodium
Rhodium Locations in New Zealand
Maui
Maui Locations in New Zealand
Hao Car Rentals Limited
Hao Car Rentals Limited Locations in New Zealand
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 8 October 2026.
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 Mode, and with prices around RM 191/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Mode is SUV, which starts as low as RM 92/day.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in New Zealand?
At RM 95/day, the cheapest car rental price in New Zealand was found in Christchurch. On average, Wellington has the cheapest daily rental car price (RM 192/day), which is 31% 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, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in New Zealand. Deals were last updated on 8 October 2026.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in New Zealand. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (RM 8+).
Electric
RM 23+
Hybrid
RM 9+
Petrol/Diesel
RM 8+