Dunedin car hire

The engine power of full-size and intermediate models is well suited to the hilly landscapes of Dunedin, while the cars will have no issue navigating city traffic. A fuel-efficient compact make is ideal if you’re planning on exploring more of the South Island, and 4WDs are priced competitively considering the storage space they provide.

Unless indicated by signage, always assume the speed limit is 50 km/h in Dunedin. The majority of George St is reduced to 30 km/h because of the heavy pedestrian traffic, and Wharf St increases to 60 km/h as it wraps around the bay. School zones in Dunedin are set at 40 km/h.

101 Great King St—Wilson Car Park has spaces available for approximately NZ$ 2.00 (A$ 1.90) per hour on weekdays and a 12h flat rate of about NZ$ 5.00 (A$ 4.80) on weekends. Filleul Street Car Park costs roughly NZ$ 1.00 (A$ 0.95) per hour and is free after 18:00.

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A Compact car hire in Dunedin costs R848 per day, on average.

A Standard car hire in Dunedin costs R683 per day, on average.

A Special car hire in Dunedin costs R1 302 per day, on average.

The short answer is, yes. However, if your licence is not in English, you'll need to obtain an International Driver's Permit (IDP) in your home country. There may also be a stricter age limit imposed, regardless of whether you're looking for a luxury model, commercial vehicle or cheap hire car in Dunedin.

Electric cars and hybrid vehicles like the Toyota Corolla and Kia Niro are available to hire in Dunedin. If you’re hoping to secure cheap car hire in Dunedin, you’ll be pleased to know that these eco-friendly options tend to be budget-friendly.