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Car rental rates in Dunedin / Ōtepoti
Situated at the mouth of Otago / Ōtākou Harbour, the city of Dunedin / Ōtepoti is located on New Zealand’s South Island’s southeast coast. It lies about three and a half hours to the east of Queenstown / Tāhuna and four and a half hours to the south of Christchurch / Ōtautahi.
Getting on the road in Dunedin 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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- 21 Jan 2026martyn t.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hybrid or similarChristchurch Airport
- 14 Jan 2026arthur c.Booked: Toyota Yaris or similarWellington International Airport
- 12 Feb 2026grant f.Booked: Toyota BZ4X or similarAuckland Airport Domestic
- 11 Feb 2026jeffrey g.Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similarWellington Airport
- 14 Jan 2026david b.Booked: Toyota Rav4 2w.d. or similarQueenstown Airport
- 09 Jan 2026grant p.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hatch or similarChristchurch Airport
- 25 Jan 2026bianca c.Booked: Kia Seltos or similarWellington Airport
- 15 Jan 2026shanray w.Booked: Toyota Rav4 4w.d. or similarAuckland Airport
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Dunedin
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab) and SUV. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Four car rental depots in Dunedin. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Avis, Budget, Hertz and Thrifty. |
Car models commonly available in Dunedin
Ford vehicles for hire in Dunedin
Ford Everest
7
5
2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Kia vehicles for hire in Dunedin
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 Dunedin
Mitsubishi Outlander
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Skoda vehicles for hire in Dunedin
Skoda Kodiaq
7
5
2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Suzuki vehicles for hire in Dunedin
Suzuki Swift
5
4
1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Other vehicles for hire in Dunedin
12 Seat Bus
12
4
12 large
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
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
Dunedin daily rate data
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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 03 March, 2026
Dunedin Airport car hire
Are you flying into Dunedin?
Consider collecting your vehicle from the airport. We work with a range of car hire providers at Dunedin Airport (DUD).
Car rental depots in Dunedin
Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.
Avis Dunedin City
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Sun 08:30–17:0097 Moray Place, South Island
Budget Dunedin Downtown
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Sun 08:30–17:0097 Moray Place, South Island
Hertz Dunedin Central
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 09:00–12:00 13:30–16:00, Sat–Sun Closed874 Princes St, Dunedin, North Island
Thrifty Dunedin Central
View details4.8 (1)Mon–Fri 09:00–12:00 13:30–16:00, Sat–Sun Closed874 Princes St, Dunedin, North Island
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car in Dunedin
Why are there no hire cars in Dunedin at certain times of the year?
Our data shows that Dunedin, 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 Dunedin?
The highest-rated rental car in Dunedin is Kia Niro Hybrid or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.
What is the highest-rated car hire provider in Dunedin?
Thrifty is the highest-rated car hire provider in Dunedin, based on ratings by our customers.
Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental in Dunedin?
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 Dunedin 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 hire car in Dunedin and return it to a different location?
Absolutely. You can pick up your hire car in Dunedin and drop off in another location. Just untick “Return to the same location” in our search form and select your preferred drop-off location. Take note that this will incur a one-way fee to your booking, which will be included in the total cost.
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