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Auckland car hire information
| Pick-up location | Auckland |
|---|---|
| Car types | Compact, Compact SUV, Economy, Full-size SUV, Intermediate SUV, People carrier, Premium SUV, SUV, Standard, Standard SUV, Supplier choice |
| Hire locations | 130 |
| Airport locations | 65 |
| Popular agencies | Autounion Car Rental, Europcar, Yesaway, EZI, Scotties |
Cheap car hire in Auckland
| Economy | R184/day |
| Compact | R208/day |
| Standard | R681/day |
| SUV | R657/day |
| People carrier | R763/day |
| Full-size SUV | R1Â 205/day |
| Premium SUV | R1Â 724/day |
| Supplier choice | R208/day |
| Intermediate SUV | R578/day |
| Standard SUV | R700/day |
| Compact SUV | R707/day |
Top tips for hiring a car in Auckland
- Explore the beauty of Auckland and enjoy maximum flexibility by renting a car immediately upon your arrival. The city with over 1.6 million people stretches from the Hunua Ranges Regional Park in the east to Waitakere Ranges in the west. Venture out into the iconic and scenic landscape of New Zealand with a car and reach your destinations quicker and easier.
- Get to Aucklandâs center in under half an hour after choosing your hire car directly at Auckland Airport. Located at the arrivals area, there is a car hire center which provides vehicles from companies like Avis, Europcar, or Hertz, among others. After the pick-up, follow the signs to State Highway 1 which will lead drivers directly into the heart of Auckland.
- Note that in New Zealand, people drive on the left side of the road. Be especially careful when entering roundabouts and intersections, as you will have to remember to go clockwise and via the left lane. Drivers from countries without the metric system should also be aware that speed limits are given in kph rather than mph; however, the hire car will have the speedometer in kph on the display, so it should be no problem.
- Auckland has daily rush hours where congestion is increased and delays can be up to an hour. Try to avoid going in or out of the city in the mornings between 7 and 9 AM, when the traffic is usually worst. Between 4 and 6 PM, workers returning home also increase the amount of traffic, so opting for times outside the given ones above saves energy and time. When you visit Auckland in winter, prepare for the conditions and order snow chains with the car, if necessary.
- 25% of our users found a car hire in Auckland for R429 or less
- Book your car hire in Auckland at least 7 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Off-airport car hire locations in Auckland are around 4% more expensive than airport locations on average
- Economy car hire in Auckland are around 55% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in Auckland
What type of car is recommended for driving in Auckland?
Especially for drivers who are not used to driving on the left side of the road, a smaller compact car is recommended, as it makes maneuvering through the lanes and roads in Auckland easier. As road conditions are mostly good in and around Auckland, a 4-wheel drive car is only necessary if you want to venture out into the deeper nature of New Zealand, where country roads can turn into gravel paths.
Whatâs the speed limit in Auckland?
The speed limits are given in kilometers per hour and in areas with pedestrian traffic, the maximum is 30 kph (18 mph). In residential areas, the maximum speed is between 40 and 50 kph (24-31 mph), 80 kph (50 mph) on country roads, and up to 110 kph (68 mph) on motorways. Despite these regulations, always check the posted signs and adhere to the given speed limit.
Where are the best places to park in Auckland?
From on-street parking to parking garages, Auckland offers various parking opportunities for hire cars. On-street parking is usually metered, so make sure to check the time restrictions, if there are any, and pay the amount of money required. For parking on nights and weekends, opt for the Chancery Car Park, or choose a parking lot like the Downtown car park in Customs Street West, or the Victoria Street car park, both of which cost about $24 per day.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Auckland?
On average a car hire in Auckland costs R443 per day.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Auckland?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at Autounion Car Rental (R184/day), Bargain Rental Cars (R282/day) and Mode Car & Camper Rentals (R578/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest hire car price was found at Autounion Car Rental 181 Montgomerie Road, MÄngere 2022 (14 kilometres from the city centre).
How much is the price of fuel in Auckland?
The average price of fuel in Auckland is R137,57 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R1Â 651 and R2Â 201, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Auckland?
Economy (Nissan March or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Auckland.
Which car hire agencies are at Auckland Intl airport (AKL)?
Car hire companies onsite at Auckland Intl airport include New Zealand Discount Car Rentals, Bargain Rental Cars and E-Trip Car Rental.
How can I find car hires near me in Auckland?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in Auckland?
An Economy car hire in Auckland costs R560 per day, on average.
How much does a Standard car hire cost in Auckland?
A Standard car hire in Auckland costs R1Â 094 per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car hire cost in Auckland?
A Compact car hire in Auckland costs R665 per day, on average.
What is the most popular car hire location in Auckland?
In Auckland, cars are most frequently hired at Ace Rental Cars Auckland Airport (18 km from city centre ).
How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in Auckland?
On average a car hire in Auckland costs R3Â 104 per week (R443 per day).
How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in Auckland?
On average a car hire in Auckland costs R13Â 303 per month (R443 per day).
Auckland car rental reviews and directory
Hertz
7,5
Good
58 reviewsCleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.6
Value for money
7.5
4 locations in Auckland
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Nov 2022
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10,0 Wonderful
Dec 2020
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Staff were friendly and efficient. Pick up and drop off were quick and easy.Cons:
The interior of the centre console wasnât clean.6,8 Okay
Dec 2019
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Good car fair priceCons:
Drop off service at AUK airport was very poor2,0 Poor
Mar 2019
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American Company would not rent to American with his official temporary drivers license from State of Texas because my real one was taken in Miami. Even though Iâm also a Hertz Gold Member and most car companies store digital versions of drivers license in their systems! I even had digital copy!10,0 Wonderful
Jan 2019
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Easy to return the car.Cons:
Waited for about 30 min for someone to check us in.Thrifty
10,0
Wonderful
2 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
4 locations in Auckland
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10,0 Wonderful
Feb 2017
Pros:
Very new and clean car. Smooth administration. Just perfect.Cons:
At the drop-off we had to give the keys to a guy in the car park with a little thrifty sticker on his shirt. We did not get any confirmation that we gave the car back nor that is was still in perfect conditions. It felt a bit weird afterward that we had nothing in your hands to proof that we brought the car back without any damage.Bargain Rental Cars
10,0
Wonderful
1 reviewCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
One location in Auckland
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
10,0
Wonderful
6 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
8.0
One location in Auckland
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10,0 Wonderful
Jun 2017
Pros:
Very nice car. Very friendly staff.Cons:
I would have liked a little instruction on the specific controls on the car (how to use speed control etc.) but not a big issue.8,0 Very Good
Mar 2017
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The rental counter is a bit far from the airport, so be prepared to spend a bit more time on pickup then with other companies. Otherwise, good experience.2,0 Poor
Dec 2016
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My flights were delayed so they gave my booked car away. They had no other car options either. Even though I entered all my contact information in while booking the car they said they had received no contact information through kayak. Very disappointing experience.10,0 Wonderful
Mar 2023
Budget
9,5
Wonderful
21 reviewsCleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.5
Value for money
8.0
5 locations in Auckland
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8,0 Very Good
Feb 2020
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Easy pick up. Car was goodCons:
Didn't know we had to switch car during ferry crossing until friend told us. Could have missed.10,0 Wonderful
May 2017
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Very accommodating. Friendly staff! New and comfortable car! They also gave us a map and tips for driving on the left side of the road.6,0 Okay
Apr 2017
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The car specifications..Cons:
The guy at the reception of airport was challenging everything we had to say. Not polite.4,0 Mediocre
Mar 2017
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The car was large enough for my needs.Cons:
The price given to me online was not the price I was charged for and when I called the 800 number, the customer service office was closed. I feel I was charged more money because I was in a rush to catch my flight- Poor business practice by Budget. When I picked up the car, the service representatives had me sign that the car was not damaged before even receiving the keys. I asked if there was damage, could I come back and fill out the form to reflect that, and they said "yes"... but the second I received my keys they shut the gates and left for the day. I asked why the price on the document they gave me was different than what I received online and they told me I'd only be charged the additional amount if I returned the car with less than a full tank of gas. The car was returned full and I was still charged more money than quoted online.5,2 Fair
Mar 2017
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Clean rideCons:
When other rental car companies quoted me it was an all inclusive cost, it wasn't clearly noted that the car was a manual and the price didn't include insurance. So when I actually picked up the car they gouged me on both of those and the quotes price was more than doubled. I had somewhere to be and didn't have much of a choice. Feel like they knew that and really took advantage with the price.10,0 Wonderful
Mar 2017
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Very nice people. Couldn't do enough for usYes Rentals
9,3
Wonderful
3 reviewsCleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
8.6
One location in Auckland
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10,0 Wonderful
Feb 2023
8,0 Very Good
Jan 2023
Alamo
8,9
Very Good
10 reviewsCleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.1
Value for money
8.6
One location in Auckland
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8,8 Very Good
Mar 2020
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Staff at drop off was under a lot of pressure due to the virus situation, but they handled it well and I got my refund handled properly.Cons:
Staff at pick up did not speak fluent English.4,0 Mediocre
May 2019
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NothingCons:
The car was way smaller than expected, I would have gotten a car similar size for much less money also the car was in bad shape dents and scratches everywhere.10,0 Wonderful
Apr 2023
10,0 Wonderful
Feb 2023
10,0 Wonderful
Jan 2023
Yesaway
8,5
Very Good
4 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
8.5
One location in Auckland
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6,0 Okay
Mar 2023
10,0 Wonderful
Jan 2023
8,0 Very Good
Sep 2022
10,0 Wonderful
Aug 2022
Avis
8,4
Very Good
26 reviewsCleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.7
Value for money
8.4
4 locations in Auckland
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10,0 Wonderful
Feb 2020
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A great experience. Highly recommend!5,2 Fair
Jul 2019
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staffs needs more training, they gave me wrong information caused me waisted 1.5 hours and extra Uber ride between 2 drop off locations.Cons:
The online disclosure were not clare. I booked one way trip from Auckland to Christchurch for total 7 days. The disclosure shows I can take the rental car from north island to south island by ferry. However, I was told I can not take the car on ferry when I got to counter picking up the car...8,4 Very Good
Jan 2019
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No receipt on arrival, very poor signage, had to drop car and then find our way into terminal to check out.10,0 Wonderful
Jan 2019
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Pickup and drop off were easy. Car was in great conditions and clean.Cons:
n/a10,0 Wonderful
Jan 2019
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smooth, effortless process. easiest rental ever!2,0 Poor
Nov 2018
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We were overcharged by about $250 from the quote I got from Kayak and now have to try and fight it from abroad,Snap Rentals
8,3
Very Good
5 reviewsCleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
8.0
5 locations in Auckland
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2,0 Poor
Apr 2023
10,0 Wonderful
May 2023
Ace Rental Cars
8,0
Very Good
1 reviewCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
8.0
3 locations in Auckland
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8,0 Very Good
Apr 2023
Apex
8,0
Very Good
4 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
8.0
2 locations in Auckland
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10,0 Wonderful
May 2023
2 locations in Auckland
from R447/dayLocations in Auckland
2 Doncaster St, Mangere
+64 927 540 851
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6,0 Okay
Apr 2023
10,0 Wonderful
Feb 2023
2 locations in Auckland
Locations in Auckland
181 Montgomerie Road, MÄngere
+64 9 949 0944
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8,0 Very Good
Apr 2023