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Car rental rates in Gisborne / Tūranga Nui a Kiwa
Situated on the east coast of New Zealand’s North Island, Gisborne / Tūranga Nui a Kiwa is renowned for both its wineries and beautiful beaches, enticing visitors looking for an unspoiled and relaxed slice of New Zealand. Gisborne is around a four and a half hour drive from Taupō and over a six hour drive from Auckland / Tāmaki Makaurau.
Getting on the road in Gisborne 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.
Economy Car
View offerTravel 15 May - 18 May 2026
from NZD $68/day
Compact SUV
View offerTravel 17 May - 22 May 2026
from NZD $99/day
Intermediate SUV
View offerTravel 17 May - 22 May 2026
from NZD $100/day
Compact Car
View offerTravel 17 May - 22 May 2026
from NZD $113/day
Premium Ute (double cab)
View offerTravel 17 May - 22 May 2026
from NZD $162/day
Fullsize SUV
View offerTravel 17 May - 22 May 2026
from NZD $166/day
Premium Passenger Van
View offerTravel 17 May - 22 May 2026
from NZD $181/day
Fullsize Commercial Van/Truck
View offerTravel 17 May - 22 May 2026
from NZD $317/day
Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on May 14, 2026 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 14 May, 2026
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- 24 Feb 2026andrea w.Booked: Polestar 2 or similarAuckland Airport
- 28 Apr 2026jamie c.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hybrid or similarWellington Airport
- 21 Jan 2026martyn t.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hybrid or similarChristchurch Airport
- 29 Jan 2026adam s.Booked: Toyota C-HR or similarAuckland International Airport
- 15 Jan 2026shanray w.Booked: Toyota Rav4 4w.d. or similarAuckland Airport
- 08 May 2026mark f.Booked: Mystery Vehicle or similarQueenstown Airport
- 28 Mar 2026ngarangi w.Booked: Mystery Car - Petrol/Diesel/EV or similarRotorua Airport
- 09 Mar 2026peter p.Booked: Toyota Rav4 Hybrid or similarAuckland Airport
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Gisborne
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Commercial Van/Truck, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab) and SUV. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Six car rental depots in Gisborne. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Avis, Budget, Hertz and Thrifty. |
Car models commonly available in Gisborne
Ford vehicles for hire in Gisborne
Ford Puma HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large
ProvidersEzi
Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Gisborne
Mitsubishi Outlander 4w.d.
7
5
1 large, 3 small
ProvidersEzi
Toyota vehicles for hire in Gisborne
Toyota CorollaHybrid
5
5
1 large
ProvidersEzi
Toyota Hilux 2024
5
4
5 large, 5 small
ProvidersEzi
Toyota Rav4 AWD
5
5
3 large
ProvidersEzi
“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
Gisborne daily rate data
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
14 May
$148
$148
15 May
$68
$118
16 May
$68
$118
17 May
$113
$118
18 May
$118
$148
19 May
$113
$148
20 May
$118
$148
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
14 May
$161
$161
15 May
$105
$161
16 May
$105
$161
17 May
$99
$134
18 May
$106
$161
19 May
$100
$161
20 May
$106
$161
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
14 May
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
15 May
$111
$168
16 May
$111
$168
17 May
$100
$168
18 May
$111
$188
19 May
$100
$188
20 May
$111
$188
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
14 May
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
15 May
$187
$220
16 May
$187
$220
17 May
$166
$220
18 May
$187
$220
19 May
$166
$220
20 May
$187
$220
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
14 May
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
15 May
$213
$250
16 May
$213
$250
17 May
$181
$250
18 May
$213
$250
19 May
$181
$250
20 May
$213
$250
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
14 May
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
15 May
$179
$210
16 May
$179
$210
17 May
$162
$210
18 May
$179
$210
19 May
$162
$210
20 May
$179
$210
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 14 May, 2026
Gisborne Airport car hire
Are you flying into Gisborne?
Consider collecting your vehicle from the airport. We work with a range of car hire providers at Gisborne Airport (GIS).
Car rental depots in Gisborne
Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.
Avis Gisborne Airport
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Sat 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM, Sun 10:30 AM - 12:00 PMTerminal Building (North Island), North Island
Budget Gisborne Airport
View details5.0 (4)Mon–Fri 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Sat 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM, Sun 10:30 AM - 12:00 PMTerminal Building Aerodrome Rd (Remote), North Island
Hertz Gisborne Airport
View details4.9 (3)Mon–Sun 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Mon–Fri 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM, Sun 7:30 PM - 8:30 PMAerodrome Rd, Gisborne, North Island
Hertz Gisborne Downtown
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Sat–Sun Closed184 Derby St, Gisborne, North Island
Thrifty Gisborne Airport
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Sun 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Mon–Fri 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM, Sun 7:30 PM - 8:30 PMAerodrome Rd, Gisborne, North Island
Thrifty Gisborne Downtown
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Sat–Sun Closed184 Derby St, Gisborne, North Island
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car in Gisborne
How much does it cost to hire a car in Gisborne?
Prices start at NZD $68 per day for an Economy Car, up to NZD $220 per day for a Fullsize SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Gisborne.
How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover in Gisborne?
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 NZD $181 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates in Gisborne.
What is the highest-rated hire car in Gisborne?
The highest-rated rental car in Gisborne is Toyota Yaris or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.
What is the highest-rated car hire provider in Gisborne?
Budget is the highest-rated car hire provider in Gisborne, based on ratings by our customers.
Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental in Gisborne?
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 Gisborne 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.
Can I pick up my rental car in Gisborne and drop it off somewhere else?
Yes, but you may be charged a one-way fee by our car rental partner. We will include the additional charge in the rates we compare for you.
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