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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.
Premium SUV
View offerTravel 16 Mar - 21 Mar 2026
from NZD $99/day
Premium Ute (double cab)
View offerTravel 13 Mar - 16 Mar 2026
from NZD $202/day
Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on March 11, 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 11 March, 2026
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- 29 Dec 2025romeo g.Booked: Toyota RAV 4 AWD Hybrid or similarQueenstown Airport
- 09 Mar 2026peter p.Booked: Toyota Rav4 Hybrid or similarAuckland Airport
- 24 Feb 2026andrea w.Booked: Polestar 2 or similarAuckland Airport
- 06 Jan 2026jasmin r.Booked: Kia Carnival or Hyunda Imax or Toyota Previa or similarAuckland Airport
- 14 Jan 2026david b.Booked: Toyota Rav4 2w.d. or similarQueenstown Airport
- 16 Jan 2026simone c.Booked: Toyota RAV4 or similarQueenstown Airport
- 07 Mar 2026neil w.Booked: Toyota Rav4 Gx Hybrid or similarDunedin Airport
- 07 Dec 2025michael d.Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similarNelson Airport
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Gisborne
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Pick up (double cab) and SUV. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Three car rental depots in Gisborne. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Ezi, 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
11 Mar
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
12 Mar
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
13 Mar
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
14 Mar
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 Mar
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
16 Mar
$99
$104
$99
$104
17 Mar
$104
$104
$104
$104
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
11 Mar
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
12 Mar
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
13 Mar
$202
$202
$202
$202
14 Mar
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 Mar
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
16 Mar
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
17 Mar
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
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 11 March, 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.
Ezi Gisborne City
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 08:00–17:00, Sat–Sun Closed387 Childers Road, North Island
Hertz Gisborne Downtown
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 09:00–13:00, Sat–Sun Closed184 Derby St, Gisborne, North Island
Thrifty Gisborne Downtown
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 09:00–13:00, 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 $98 per day for a Fullsize SUV, up to NZD $104 per day for a Premium SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Gisborne.
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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