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The harbourside city of Tauranga is situated by the Bay of Plenty on New Zealand’s North Island. Located about a two and a half hour drive south of Auckland / Tāmaki Makaurau, Tauranga is known for its warm saltwater pools, historic buildings, and beautiful surrounding scenery.
Getting on the road in Tauranga 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.
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- 24 Jan 2026michael d.Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similarTauranga Airport
- 07 Nov 2025david r.Booked: Mitsubishi Eclipse 2WDTauranga City
- 04 Nov 2025leo s.Booked: Ford Puma Hybrid or similarChristchurch City
- 29 Dec 2025quentin m.Booked: Toyota RAV 4 AWD Hybrid or similarChristchurch Airport
- 18 Oct 2025david b.Booked: Subaru Forester AWD or similarAuckland International Airport
- 14 Jan 2026arthur c.Booked: Toyota Yaris or similarWellington International Airport
- 19 Nov 2025neal v.Booked: Mitsubishi Eclipse or similarQueenstown Airport
- 26 Dec 2025jan m.Booked: Toyota RAV 4 AWD Hybrid or similarQueenstown Airport
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Tauranga
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab) and SUV. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Four car rental depots in Tauranga. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Apex, Ezi, Hertz and Thrifty. |
Car models commonly available in Tauranga
Popular rental car models in Tauranga last month
- % of BookingsModelPrice range last monthProviders
1
25%
279749
Kia Niro HybridCompact SUV
5
4
1 large, 1 small
Rent withHertz
2
25%
105132
Mitsubishi ASXCompact SUV
5
5
2 large, 3 small
Rent withApex
3
25%
86147
Toyota Corolla HatchCompact Car
5
5
1 large, 3 small
Rent withApex
4
13%
194194
Kia StonicCompact Car
5
4
1 large, 1 small
Rent withHertz
5
13%
134134
Mitsubishi Eclipse 2WDIntermediate SUV
5
5
2 large
Rent withEzi
Ford vehicles for hire in Tauranga
Ford Puma HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large
ProvidersEzi
Kia vehicles for hire in Tauranga
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
Kia Sportage
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Kia Stonic
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Tauranga
Mitsubishi ASX
5
5
2 large, 3 small
ProvidersApex
Mitsubishi Eclipse 2WD
5
5
2 large
ProvidersEzi
Mitsubishi Outlander
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mitsubishi Outlander 4w.d.
7
5
1 large, 3 small
ProvidersEzi
Suzuki vehicles for hire in Tauranga
Suzuki Swift
5
4
1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota vehicles for hire in Tauranga
Toyota CorollaHybrid
5
5
1 large
ProvidersEzi
Toyota Corolla Hatch
5
5
1 large, 3 small
ProvidersApex
Toyota RAV-4 HybridHybrid
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Toyota Rav4 4w.d.
5
5
4 large, 3 small
ProvidersApex
Toyota Rav4 AWD
5
5
3 large
ProvidersEzi
Other vehicles for hire in Tauranga
12 Seat Bus
12
4
12 large
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
21 CU Metre Box Tail Lift Truck
2
2
ProvidersThrifty
Mystery Car
5
4
1 small
ProvidersHertz
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
Tauranga daily rate data
Price range over the past 12 months for a compact SUV
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 17 February, 2026
Tauranga Airport car hire
Are you flying into Tauranga?
Consider collecting your vehicle from the airport. We work with a range of car hire providers at Tauranga Airport (TRG).
Car rental depots in Tauranga
Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.
Apex Tauranga Airport
View details4.6 (9)Mon–Sun 08:30–16:3021 Jean Batten Dr, North Island
Ezi Tauranga City
View details4.7 (10)Mon–Sun 08:00–17:00121 Hewletts Road, Mount Maunganui, North Island
Hertz Tauranga Downtown
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Sun 08:00–16:3064 Jean Batten Drive, Mount Maunganui, North Island
Thrifty Tauranga Downtown
View details4.9 (3)Mon–Sun 08:00–20:0064 Jean Batten Drive, Mount Maunganui, North Island
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car in Tauranga
Why are there no hire cars in Tauranga at certain times of the year?
Our data shows that Tauranga, along with other isolated cities in Australia, book out of rental cars during peak seasons (i.e., school holidays and major town events) because of the limited amount of rental cars available by providers in the area. We recommend always booking well in advance for this location.
What is the highest-rated hire car in Tauranga?
The highest-rated rental car in Tauranga is Toyota Corolla Hatch or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.
What is the highest-rated car hire provider in Tauranga?
Thrifty is the highest-rated car hire provider in Tauranga, based on ratings by our customers.
Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental in Tauranga?
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 Tauranga 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.
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