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Cheap Car Hire in Auckland, New Zealand from R581

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 Auckland with a pick-up date of 19/2 and drop-off date of 11/3. 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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Auckland, New Zealand car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Auckland, New Zealand. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

Most popular company

AUTOUNION

Price of petrol per litre

R33,48

Average price per day

R1 251

Cheapest price per day

R581

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Auckland?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Auckland, New Zealand and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

January

R921

February

R1 090

March

R921

April

R545

May

R376

June

R394

July

R432

August

R432

September

R451

October

R583

November

R789

December

R1 297

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Auckland is May. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Auckland, New Zealand

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Auckland, New Zealand and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

At R611/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Auckland in the past week. Out of 68 car hire agencies operating in Auckland, there are, in total, 149 hire locations. View below for 3 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

SUV

SUV

People carrier

People carrier

R1 306+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 352+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compare available car types for rental in Auckland, New Zealand

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Auckland, New Zealand to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

Small cars

R189 - R1 261

All Car Types

R414 - R1 621

To hire a small car in Auckland, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of R684/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Auckland, New Zealand (~R189/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R1 261/day). In fact, July is about 73% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Auckland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Auckland, renting a small car saves you 25% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Auckland small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Auckland, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of R938/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Auckland, New Zealand (~R393/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~R1 741/day). In fact, September is about 59% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Auckland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Auckland, renting a medium car is 4% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Auckland medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Auckland, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of R1 045/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Auckland, New Zealand (~R472/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R2 560/day). In fact, March is about 55% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Auckland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Auckland, renting a large car is 14% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in Auckland, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of R1 104/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Auckland, New Zealand (~R382/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~R2 048/day). In fact, April is about 66% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Auckland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Auckland, renting a SUV is 18% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Auckland SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Auckland, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of R1 096/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a van in Auckland, New Zealand (~R608/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~R5 719/day). In fact, May is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Auckland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Auckland, renting a van is 18% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Volkswagen Polo VivoR581/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Toyota Corolla QuestR582/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Volkswagen Polo VivoR665/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo

Top rental agencies in Auckland, New Zealand

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Auckland, New Zealand known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Auckland, New Zealand. Reviews were last updated on 17 January 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top car hire agencies serving Auckland, such as Avis, Snap Rentals and Hertz. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Avis

9,7
Wonderful
4 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,2

Comfort

9,7

Overall

9,7

Pick-up/drop-off

9,5

Value

9,0

Snap Rentals

8,7
Very Good
4 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

8,2

Overall

8,7

Pick-up/drop-off

8,5

Value

8,5

Hertz

8,3
Very Good
13 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,1

Comfort

8,7

Overall

8,3

Pick-up/drop-off

8,6

Value

8,2

Budget

8,2
Very Good
6 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,3

Comfort

8,9

Overall

8,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,6

Value

7,8

Ace Rental Cars

8,0
Very Good
7 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

8,2

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,1

Value

8,1

Dollar

7,7
Good
6 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

8,5

Overall

7,7

Pick-up/drop-off

8,7

Value

7,7

Thrifty

7,4
Good
4 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,4

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

7,4

Europcar

5,5
Fair
12 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,6

Comfort

8,2

Overall

5,5

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

6,5

Best Auckland, New Zealand car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Auckland, New Zealand. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Auckland, New Zealand with an average daily rate of R821. Data was last updated on 17 January 2025.
The best offers we've found on car hires in the Auckland area. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Volkswagen Polo VivoR581/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Toyota Corolla QuestR582/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Toyota Corolla QuestR586/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Auckland, New Zealand, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 January 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Auckland?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R1 251/day when booking a car hire in Auckland. The absolute best deal a user found was for R484/day from Autounion Car Rental, booked on Jan. 12.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Auckland?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Auckland from the following companies over the past two weeks: Autounion Car Rental (R581/day), Yes Rentals (R665/day), and Ace Rental Cars (R702/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Auckland?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Go Rentals (10,0 rating), Drive NZ (10,0 rating) and Avis (9,7 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Auckland.

  • What are petrol prices like in Auckland?

    The average price of petrol in Auckland is R33,48/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 507 and R2 176 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Auckland for a week from Autounion Car Rental?

    Autounion Car Rental is one of the top picks in Auckland. They can have you in a hire car for about R8 754 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Auckland for the best price?

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 33%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Auckland.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Auckland?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Auckland for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Auckland for a month?

    The monthly cost of a car hire in Auckland is R37 516 (R1 251/day) on average.

  • How much is a car hire in Auckland for a weekend?

    Car hire prices in Auckland are typically R0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Economy to save money on your trip to R0. Our users have found prices for Economy car hire in February to be on average R659 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Auckland?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Auckland is Standard (Mitsubishi Outlander) based on our Cheapflights data.

Small car hires in Auckland, New Zealand

Find small car hire deals in Auckland, New Zealand from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Auckland, New Zealand cost an average of R1 376 per day. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.
Chevrolet SparkR1 062/day
2
M
A/C
Chevrolet Spark
Chevrolet SparkR1 484/day
2
M
A/C
Chevrolet Spark
Chevrolet SparkR1 581/day
2
M
A/C
Chevrolet Spark

Van hires in Auckland, New Zealand

Find people carrier hire deals in Auckland, New Zealand from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Auckland, New Zealand cost an average of R1 998 per day. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.
These are some of the best deals we've found on van hires in the Auckland area at the moment. If you're not finding the right deal for your van hire, check back soon as deals are constantly being refreshed.
Toyota AvanzaR1 221/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza
Toyota AvanzaR1 367/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza
Toyota AvanzaR1 625/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza

Car hires by fuel type in Auckland, New Zealand

Browse car hires by fuel type in Auckland, New Zealand. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Auckland, New Zealand. Deals were last updated on 17 January 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Auckland, New Zealand. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R32+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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