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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 30 Jan - 02 Feb 2026
from NZD $68/day
Fullsize SUV
View offerTravel 27 Jan - 01 Feb 2026
from NZD $77/day
Intermediate SUV
View offerTravel 30 Jan - 02 Feb 2026
from NZD $82/day
Premium SUV
View offerTravel 27 Jan - 01 Feb 2026
from NZD $97/day
Premium Ute (double cab)
View offerTravel 27 Jan - 01 Feb 2026
from NZD $155/day
Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on January 24, 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 24 January, 2026
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- 28 Oct 2025martin m.Booked: Toyota Rav4 2w.d. or similarAuckland Airport
- 11 Nov 2025doug m.Booked: Suzuki Swift or similarAuckland Airport
- 12 Oct 2025hamish t.Booked: Suzuki Swift or similarWellington Ferry Terminal
- 18 Oct 2025david b.Booked: Subaru Forester AWD or similarAuckland International Airport
- 13 Nov 2025koder n.Booked: Mitsubishi Outlander 4w.d. or similarAuckland Airport International
- 09 Jan 2026barry d.Booked: Mazda 3 or similarNapier Airport
- 09 Jan 2026grant p.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hatch or similarChristchurch Airport
- 27 Oct 2025jennifer l.Booked: Ford Puma Hybrid or similarWellington 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 Eclipse 2WD
5
5
2 large
ProvidersEzi
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
24 Jan
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
25 Jan
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 Jan
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 Jan
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 Jan
$78
$78
29 Jan
$72
$78
30 Jan
$68
$68
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
24 Jan
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
25 Jan
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 Jan
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 Jan
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 Jan
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
29 Jan
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
30 Jan
$82
$82
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
24 Jan
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
25 Jan
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 Jan
$84
$84
27 Jan
$77
$84
28 Jan
$84
$84
29 Jan
$77
$84
30 Jan
$84
$84
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
24 Jan
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
25 Jan
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 Jan
$107
$107
27 Jan
$97
$107
28 Jan
$107
$107
29 Jan
$97
$107
30 Jan
$107
$107
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
24 Jan
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
25 Jan
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 Jan
$180
$180
27 Jan
$155
$180
28 Jan
$180
$180
29 Jan
$155
$180
30 Jan
$180
$180
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 24 January, 2026
Gisborne Airport car hire
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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 $68 per day for an Economy Car, up to NZD $107 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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