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Cheap Car Hire in Auckland, New Zealand from R133

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Auckland with a pick-up date of 10/6 and drop-off date of 24/6. 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 2024

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 16 May 2024.

Most popular company

MODERENTALS

Price of petrol per litre

R35,54

Average price per day

R421

Cheapest price per day

R133

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 16 May 2024.

January

R856

February

R1 020

March

R874

April

R528

May

R455

June

R473

July

R564

August

R510

September

R528

October

R564

November

R820

December

R1 184

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 16 May 2024.

At R133/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Auckland in the past week. Out of 64 car hire agencies operating in Auckland, there are, in total, 137 hire locations. View below for 3 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

SUV

SUV

People carrier

People carrier

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Passenger van

Passenger van

R1 017+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

R1 540+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

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 16 May 2024.

Small cars

R278 - R1 234

All Car Types

R463 - R1 682

To hire a small car in Auckland, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of R689/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Auckland, New Zealand (~R278/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R1 234/day). In fact, July is about 60% 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 R963/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Auckland, New Zealand (~R497/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R2 000/day). In fact, September is about 49% 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 6% 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 large car in Auckland, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of R1 266/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Auckland, New Zealand (~R458/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R2 480/day). In fact, March is about 64% 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 29% 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 R921/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Auckland, New Zealand (~R370/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R2 180/day). In fact, April is about 60% 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 2% 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 van in Auckland, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of R1 148/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a van in Auckland, New Zealand (~R476/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~R5 541/day). In fact, September is about 59% 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 21% 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 van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Nissan AlmeraR133/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Almera
Suzuki CiazR152/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Suzuki CiazR168/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz

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 16 May 2024.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top car hire agencies serving Auckland, such as Avis, Snap Rentals and Budget. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Avis

9,2
Wonderful
17 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,1

Comfort

9,5

Overall

8,8

Pick-up/drop-off

8,6

Value

8,6

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

Budget

8,3
Very Good
16 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,3

Comfort

8,9

Overall

8,3

Pick-up/drop-off

7,8

Value

7,8

Hertz

8,3
Very Good
27 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

8,7

Overall

8,3

Pick-up/drop-off

8,4

Value

8,2

Ace Rental Cars

8,0
Very Good
3 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,7

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,7

Value

8,2

Thrifty

7,7
Good
4 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

8,5

Overall

7,7

Pick-up/drop-off

7,1

Value

8,0

Dollar

7,0
Good
7 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,3

Value

7,0

Bargain Car Rentals

7 locations

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 R593. Data was last updated on 16 May 2024.
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.
Nissan AlmeraR133/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Almera
Suzuki CiazR152/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Suzuki CiazR168/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz

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 16 May 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Auckland?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R421/day when booking a car hire in Auckland. The absolute best deal a user found was for R202/day from Mode Car & Camper Rentals, booked on May 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 (R133/day), Yesaway (R311/day), and New Zealand Discount Car Rentals (R331/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Bargain Rental Cars (10,0 rating), Alamo (9,6 rating) and EZU Car Rental (9,3 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 R35,54/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 599 and R2 310 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Auckland for a week from Mode Car & Camper Rentals?

    Mode Car & Camper Rentals is one of the top picks in Auckland. They can have you in a hire car for about R3 813 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 R16 340 (R545/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 June to be on average R0 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Auckland?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Auckland is Mini (Kia Carnival) based on our Cheapflights data.

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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 561 per day. Price data was last updated on 16 May 2024.
Chevrolet SparkR630/day
2
M
A/C
Chevrolet Spark
Renault KwidR1 173/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Kwid
Renault KwidR1 650/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Kwid

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 450 per day. Price data was last updated on 16 May 2024.
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.
Suzuki ErtigaR493/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga
Suzuki ErtigaR1 003/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga
Suzuki ErtigaR1 323/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga

Car hires by fuel type in Auckland, New Zealand

Browse car hires by fuel type in Auckland, New Zealand. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Auckland, New Zealand. Deals were last updated on 16 May 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Auckland, New Zealand. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (R8+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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