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Cheap Car Rentals in Taupo from $67

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 28/5 and drop-off date of 31/5. 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 15 May 2025.

Most popular company

EZI

Price of petrol per litre

$2.75

Average price per day

$96

Cheapest price per day

$67

Cheapest time to rent a car in Taupo

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Taupo 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 15 May 2025.

January

$116

February

$116

March

$126

April

$94

May

$79

June

$86

July

$97

August

$74

September

$86

October

$84

November

$107

December

$123

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 15 May 2025.

At $67/day, small 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 4 offered car types:

Compact

Compact

SUV

SUV

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Passenger van

Passenger van

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare available car types for rental in Taupo

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Taupo to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 May 2025.

Small cars

$67 - $157

All Car Types

$105 - $225

To hire a small car in Taupo, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of $117/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Taupo, New Zealand (~$67/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$157/day). In fact, September is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Taupo. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Taupo, hiring a small car saves you 26% 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 Taupo small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Taupo, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of $142/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Taupo, New Zealand (~$72/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$318/day). In fact, May is about 50% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Taupo. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Taupo, hiring a medium car saves you 10% 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.

To hire a large car in Taupo, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of $212/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Taupo, New Zealand (~$116/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$315/day). In fact, August is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Taupo. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Taupo, hiring a large car is 26% 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 Taupo, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of $137/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Taupo, New Zealand (~$84/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$232/day). In fact, August is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Taupo. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Taupo, hiring a SUV saves you 13% 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 Taupo SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Taupo, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of $233/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a van in Taupo, New Zealand (~$172/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$311/day). In fact, May is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Taupo. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Taupo, hiring a van is 33% 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 Taupo van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a pickup truck in Taupo, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of $100/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in Taupo, New Zealand (~$168/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~$249/day). In fact, February is about 66% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck hire for Taupo. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Taupo, hiring a pickup truck saves you 36% 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 Taupo pickup truck hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a luxury car in Taupo, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of $96/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Taupo, New Zealand (~$141/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$181/day). In fact, January is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Taupo. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Taupo, hiring a luxury car saves you 39% 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.

Kia Rio$67/day
2
4
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A/C
Kia Rio
Mercedes-Benz EQA$71/day
4
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz EQA

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 15 May 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Taupo, including EZI, Hertz and Thrifty in Taupo. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

EZI

10.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Hertz

1 location

Thrifty

4.0
Mediocre
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

4.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

4.0

Avis

2 locations

Budget

2 locations

Firefly

1 location

Moto Car Rental

1 location

Sunnycars

1 location

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 $135. Data was last updated on 15 May 2025.
Peruse the best Taupo car rental deals we've found. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Kia Rio$67/day
2
4
M
A/C
Kia Rio
Mercedes-Benz EQA$71/day
4
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz EQA
Kia Soul$88/day
4
M
A/C
Kia Soul

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Taupo, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 May 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Taupo?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $96/day when booking a car hire in Taupo. The absolute best deal a user found was for $61/day from EZI, booked on May 11.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Taupo for a week from EZI?

    From EZI you can hire a car in Taupo from about $675 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 $2,895, with the average price for a rental being around $96 a day. Book with EZI, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 51% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Taupo.

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

    $86 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 Supplier choice hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of June, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as $0/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 15 May 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Taupo. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($35+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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