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Cheap Car Rentals in Taupo from $65
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 Taupo with a pick-up date of 29/10 and drop-off date of 1/11. 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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Taupo car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Taupo. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 October 2025.
Most popular company | BUDGET |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | $2.75 |
Average price per day | $130 |
Cheapest price per day | $65 |
Popular car types in Taupo
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Taupo and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 16 October 2025.
At $65/day, medium car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Taupo in the past week. Out of 8 car hire agencies operating in Taupo, there are, in total, 10 hire locations. View below for 6 offered car types:
Compact
$86+
Intermediate
$65+
SUV
$132+
Full-size SUV
$114+
Passenger van
$171+
Pick-up truck
$176+
Premium SUV
$247+
Standard SUV
$92+
Compare car rental deals in Taupo by type
Here are the best Taupo small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Taupo medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Taupo SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Taupo van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Taupo luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Audi A1$86/day
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Best car rental deals found in Taupo
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Taupo. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Taupo with an average daily rate of $131. Data was last updated on 16 October 2025.
Toyota Camry$65/day
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Audi A1$86/day
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Nissan X-Trail$92/day
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Cheapflights insights for Taupo car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Taupo, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Taupo?
For the best savings on car rentals in Taupo, make your reservation 61 days before pickup. The average price then is just $66/day – about 7% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Taupo?
EZI is currently the cheapest car hire company in Taupo with deals as low as $49.24/day found in the past two weeks. Budget is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $64.23/day.
What is the best car rental company in Taupo?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Taupo is EZI (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Hertz (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
EZI
10.0
Hertz
10.0
Thrifty
7.0
Avis
0.0
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Taupo?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Taupo is June, when you can expect to pay $87/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Taupo is March ($131/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
$117
February
$121
March
$131
April
$105
May
$89
June
$87
July
$94
August
$107
September
$96
October
$103
November
$110
December
$131
What car do most people hire in Taupo?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Taupo are the following: Passenger van cars (Class Luxury Van or similar), Economy cars (Suzuki Swift or similar), and Full-size cars (Toyota RAV4 or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Taupo?
Both Avis and Budget have 2 locations in Taupo, more than any other rental company in the area.
Top rental agencies in Taupo
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Taupo known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Taupo. Reviews were last updated on 16 October 2025.
EZI
1 review•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
10.0
Hertz
1 location
Thrifty
1 review•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Overall
7.0
Pick-up/drop-off
6.0
Value
7.0
Avis
2 locations
Firefly
1 location
Budget
2 locations
Moto Car Rental
1 location
Sunnycars
1 location
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Taupo, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 October 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Taupo?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $130/day when booking a car hire in Taupo. The absolute best deal a user found was for $72/day from EZI, booked on Oct. 12.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Taupo for a week from Budget?
From Budget you can hire a car in Taupo from about $965 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Taupo?
Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Taupo check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Taupo for a month?
Generally, a month-long car rental in Taupo can be found for about $4,136, with the average price for a rental being around $138 a day. Book with EZI, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 59% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Taupo.
How much is a car hire in Taupo for a weekend?
$0 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Taupo, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Taupo, then opt for a Intermediate hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of November, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as $86/day.
Car rentals by fuel type in Taupo
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Taupo. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Taupo. Deals were last updated on 16 October 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Taupo. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($42+).
Electric
$156+
Hybrid
$42+
Petrol/Diesel
$45+
Travelling to a place near Taupo?
Hire a car at Taupo if you plan to visit one of these locationsTurangi
National Park Village