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Car rental rates in Wellington / Te Whanganui a Tara
Set at the southern tip of the North Island, Wellington / Te Whanganui a Tara is the capital of New Zealand, and one of the most popular destinations in the country. A beautiful harbour-side city, Wellington is known for its museums, galleries, tremendous food scene, and its icy winds. Wellington lies two and a half hours by car from Wanganui and a six-hour drive from Tauranga.
Getting on the road in Wellington is easy with VroomVroomVroom. By using our easy to use search to find a competitive car hire rate from our selection of well respected car hire provider, you can book your car in as little as a couple of minutes.
Compact Car
View offerTravel 27 Oct - 30 Oct 2025
from NZD $43/day
Compact SUV
View offerTravel 31 Oct - 03 Nov 2025
from NZD $48/day
Intermediate Car
View offerTravel 28 Oct - 02 Nov 2025
from NZD $53/day
Intermediate SUV
View offerTravel 28 Oct - 02 Nov 2025
from NZD $55/day
Special
View offerTravel 28 Oct - 02 Nov 2025
from NZD $58/day
Standard SUV
View offerTravel 28 Oct - 02 Nov 2025
from NZD $60/day
Standard Elite Sport
View offerTravel 30 Oct - 04 Nov 2025
from NZD $68/day
Fullsize Wagon/Estate
View offerTravel 27 Oct - 30 Oct 2025
from NZD $98/day
Fullsize SUV
View offerTravel 27 Oct - 30 Oct 2025
from NZD $103/day
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Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on October 25, 2025 by a New Zealand resident aged between 30 and 69 years old, for the specified travel dates, with a pickup and return time of 10:00 am. Rates and vehicle availability may change without notice. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates. Rates include all mandatory fees for the rental and exclude credit card surcharges and extras.
Rates are in NZD and were last updated on 25 October, 2025
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Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think
- 13 Oct 2025jackie g.Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similarWellington City
- 12 Oct 2025hamish t.Booked: Suzuki Swift or similarWellington Ferry Terminal
- 22 Sep 2025teresa i.Booked: Suzuki Swift or similarWellington Ferry Terminal
- 06 Sep 2025jenny a.Booked: Mazda CX-5 or similarWellington
- 29 Jun 2025simon c.Booked: VW Tiguan or similarAuckland Domestic Airport
- 02 Aug 2025colin c.Booked: Toyota Rav4 4w.d. or similarAuckland City
- 18 Sep 2025lynn fialupe l.Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similarAuckland International Airport
- 05 Aug 2025robert a.Booked: Mitsubishi Outlander or similarChristchurch Airport
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Wellington
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab), SUV, Sport and Wagon/Estate. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Seven car rental depots in Wellington. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Apex, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Europcar, Hertz and Thrifty. |
Car models commonly available in Wellington
Popular rental car models in Wellington last month
- % of BookingsModelPrice range last monthProviders
1
23%
2977
Toyota CorollaCompact Car
5
4
1 large, 1 small
Rent withHertz, Thrifty, Apex
2
15%
3968
Mazda CX-5Intermediate SUV
5
5
2 small
Rent withBudget
3
8%
90116
Premium DC 4WD Lid CanopyPremium Pick up Extended Cab
5
4
2 large, 2 small
Rent withThrifty
4
8%
4451
Kia SeltosCompact SUV
5
5
1 large, 1 small
Rent withThrifty
5
8%
4446
Kia Niro HybridCompact SUV
5
4
1 large, 1 small
Rent withThrifty
Ford vehicles for hire in Wellington
Ford Escape
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Ford Everest
7
4
4 small
ProvidersEuropcar, Thrifty, Hertz
Ford Mustang
2
2
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Ford Ranger Wildtrak
5
4
4 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Hyundai vehicles for hire in Wellington
Hyundai i30
5
5
1 small
ProvidersBudget
Hyundai Imax
8
5
3 large, 4 small
ProvidersApex
Hyundai Kona
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Hyundai Kona ElectricElectric
5
4
3 small
ProvidersAvis
Hyundai Santa Fe
5
5
6 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Hyundai Staria
8
5
6 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Kia vehicles for hire in Wellington
Kia Carnival or Hyunda Imax or Toyota Previa
8
5
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Kia Niro HybridHybrid
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Kia Seltos
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz, Europcar
Kia Sportage
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Kia Stonic
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Mazda vehicles for hire in Wellington
Mazda CX-5
5
5
2 small
ProvidersBudget
Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Wellington
Mitsubishi Asx
5
5
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Mitsubishi ASX
5
5
2 large, 3 small
ProvidersApex
Mitsubishi Outlander
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mitsubishi Pajero
5
4
4 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Nissan vehicles for hire in Wellington
Nissan X-Trail
5
5
5 small
ProvidersAvis
Polestar vehicles for hire in Wellington
Polestar 2Electric
5
4
1 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Skoda vehicles for hire in Wellington
Skoda Kodiaq
7
5
2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Subaru vehicles for hire in Wellington
Subaru Outback
5
5
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Suzuki vehicles for hire in Wellington
Suzuki Swift
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar, Thrifty, Hertz
Tesla vehicles for hire in Wellington
Tesla Model 3Electric
5
4
2 small
ProvidersBudget
Tesla Model 3 ElectricElectric
5
4
3 small
ProvidersAvis
Toyota vehicles for hire in Wellington
Toyota Camry Hybrid
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Toyota Corolla
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz, Apex
Toyota Corolla Gx Hybrid
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Toyota Corolla Hatch
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis, Apex
Toyota Highlander
5
5
4 large, 3 small
ProvidersApex
Toyota RAV-4 HybridHybrid
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Rav4 4w.d.
5
5
4 large, 3 small
ProvidersApex
Toyota Rav4 Gx HybridHybrid
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Toyota Yaris Gx HybridHybrid
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Other vehicles for hire in Wellington
12 Seat Bus
12
4
12 large
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Haval H6
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Haval H6 PhevHybrid
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Mahindra 3xo Ax7l
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Mystery Car
5
4
2 small
ProvidersBudget, Europcar
Premium DC 4WD Lid Canopy
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
“Or similar” refers to how our rental providers classify cars. Please be advised they cannot guarantee that a specific car model will be available. Partners categorise similar models into “vehicle groups” and confirm availability on this basis. Our team are available to contact the depot on your behalf where you are picking up your vehicle to enquire what models are available under the vehicle group you booked. Please contact customer support for further information.
Vehicle models are subject to provider availability
Wellington daily rate data
Price range over the past 12 months for a small car
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
25 Oct
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
26 Oct
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
27 Oct
$43
$70
$43
$70
28 Oct
$43
$70
$43
$70
29 Oct
$49
$70
$49
$70
30 Oct
$45
$70
$45
$70
31 Oct
$46
$68
$46
$68
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
25 Oct
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
26 Oct
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
27 Oct
$63
$63
$63
$63
28 Oct
$53
$63
$53
$63
29 Oct
$63
$63
$63
$63
30 Oct
$55
$65
$55
$65
31 Oct
$66
$66
$66
$66
Price range over the past 12 months for a small SUV
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
25 Oct
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
26 Oct
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
27 Oct
$61
$80
$61
$80
28 Oct
$51
$80
$51
$80
29 Oct
$61
$80
$61
$80
30 Oct
$53
$82
$53
$82
31 Oct
$48
$79
$48
$79
Price range over the past 12 months for a medium SUV
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
25 Oct
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
26 Oct
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
27 Oct
$68
$177
$68
$177
28 Oct
$55
$145
$55
$145
29 Oct
$76
$181
$76
$181
30 Oct
$60
$104
$60
$104
31 Oct
$59
$112
$59
$112
Price range over the past 12 months for a large SUV
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
25 Oct
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
26 Oct
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
27 Oct
$73
$171
$73
$171
28 Oct
$60
$171
$60
$171
29 Oct
$86
$171
$86
$171
30 Oct
$65
$212
$65
$212
31 Oct
$70
$201
$70
$201
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
25 Oct
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
26 Oct
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
27 Oct
$156
$269
$156
$269
28 Oct
$148
$290
$148
$290
29 Oct
$153
$313
$153
$313
30 Oct
$151
$233
$151
$233
31 Oct
$147
$221
$147
$221
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
25 Oct
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
26 Oct
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
27 Oct
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
28 Oct
$69
$83
$69
$83
29 Oct
$83
$83
$83
$83
30 Oct
$68
$86
$68
$86
31 Oct
$80
$83
$80
$83
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
25 Oct
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
26 Oct
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
27 Oct
$291
$341
$291
$341
28 Oct
$291
$341
$291
$341
29 Oct
$291
$341
$291
$341
30 Oct
$291
$341
$291
$341
31 Oct
$177
$182
$177
$182
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
25 Oct
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
26 Oct
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
27 Oct
$347
$355
$347
$355
28 Oct
$283
$355
$283
$355
29 Oct
$323
$378
$323
$378
30 Oct
$283
$378
$283
$378
31 Oct
$166
$202
$166
$202
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
25 Oct
$276
$323
$276
$323
26 Oct
$175
$210
$175
$210
27 Oct
$276
$323
$276
$323
28 Oct
$276
$323
$276
$323
29 Oct
$276
$323
$276
$323
30 Oct
$146
$174
$146
$174
31 Oct
$182
$211
$182
$211
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
25 Oct
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
26 Oct
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
27 Oct
$98
$98
$98
$98
28 Oct
$98
$99
$98
$99
29 Oct
$101
$101
$101
$101
30 Oct
$106
$108
$106
$108
31 Oct
$115
$115
$115
$115
Historical daily rate pricing information is data from actual bookings made using our search engine in the previous 12 months.
Next 7 days rates are obtained from searches in our reservation system for a 3 day rental duration, by an Australian resident aged between 30 and 69 years old, with a pickup and return time of 10:00 am on the indicated pick up date. Rates and vehicle availability may change without notice.
Prices are in NZD and include all mandatory fees for the rental and exclude credit card surcharges and extras.
While we make reasonable efforts to provide accurate and reliable data, the data is provided ‘as is’ and errors or other defects may occur. For more information, click here: Terms and Conditions.
Rates are in NZD and were last updated on 25 October, 2025
Wellington Airport car hire
Are you flying into Wellington?
Consider collecting your vehicle from the airport. We work with a range of car hire providers at Wellington Airport (WLG).
Local expert tips for hiring a car in Wellington
Stop signs and amber lights
If you come across a stop sign, you are required to bring your vehicle to a complete stop before you check for oncoming traffic, and if the traffic lights are flashing amber, please give way to other traffic.
Peak hour traffic
Traffic can be busy in Wellington during peak times, so if possible avoid driving across peak periods or allow extra time for your trip during these periods.
Keep to the left
If you are visiting from another country, take note that in New Zealand you must keep to the left side of the road.
Watch your speed
The speed limit on major highways linking Wellington to other New Zealand locations is generally 100km for cars.
Simplify hiring a car
You will need to fill your rental car with fuel before you return it to the depot. There are plenty of petrol stations located in and around downtown Wellington.
Wellington parking
During weekdays, parking fees will apply for on-street parking around the city centre. On weekends and public holidays, parking is not charged, but time restrictions will still apply.
Car rental depots in Wellington
Car hire depots in Wellington are marked on the map below.
Apex Wellington City
186 Victoria Street, Te Aro, Wellington NI, 6011
Today •8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
4.78 • 13 ratings
Avis Wellington City
186 Victoria St Te Aro, Wellington NI, 6011
Today •8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Budget Wellington
186 Victoria St Te Aro, Wellington Ni NI, 6011
Today •8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
4.91 • 7 ratings
Dollar Wellington Downtown
38-44 Hania St, Wellington, Wellington N.i NI, 6011
Today •8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Europcar Wellington Ferry Terminal
Wellington Ferry - 1 Aotea Quay, Wellington NI, 6011
Today •8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Hertz Wellington Downtown
38-44 Hania St, Wellington, Wellington NI, 6011
Today •8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
4.72 • 5 ratings
Thrifty Wellington Downtown
38-44 Hania St, Wellington, Wellington N.i. NI, 6011
Today •8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
4.09 • 7 ratings
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Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car in Wellington
How much does it cost to hire a car in Wellington?
Prices start at NZD $43 per day for a Compact Car, up to NZD $269 per day for a Premium SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Wellington.
How much does it cost to hire an Electric Car in Wellington?
If you prefer to plug your car in rather than fill it up, an Electric Car costs NZD $55 per day. Enter your car hire dates and find a live rate for your desired Electric Car in Wellington.
How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover in Wellington?
If you’ve got a crowd, but don’t need something as large as a bus, then a 7-seater or 8-seater Minivan hire might be your best option. A Minivan costs between NZD $164 and NZD $296 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates in Wellington.
What is the highest-rated hire car in Wellington?
The highest-rated rental car in Wellington is Toyota Rav4 4w.d. or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.
What is the highest-rated car hire provider in Wellington?
Budget is the highest-rated car hire provider in Wellington, based on ratings by our customers.
Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental in Wellington?
The per-day rates of some rental cars may fall if you book for a longer rental period. Prices often change around daily, three-day, five-day and seven-day periods. Also, note that the selection of rental cars available in Wellington may be more limited if you are looking for a long-term car rental, so it’s best to compare a few different booking durations first.
Is it easy to drive a rental car in Wellington?
You can expect the same type of traffic in Wellington as you would be used to in any capital city, which is to say peak hour can lengthen your travel time. It is also important to note that Wellington is often referred to as the Windy City and you should heed the weather situation when driving — especially if you are not used to driving in high wind conditions.
Can I take the hire car on the ferry to Picton?
Each provider has its own terms and conditions when it comes to taking a rental car on the ferry to Picton. In some instances you’re allowed to, however, the car is not insured while on the ferry. In other instances, you will need to drop your rental car at the Wellington Ferry Terminal and collect another rental car once you arrive in Picton. If you require further information about using the ferry, please contact our customer care team.
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