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Car rental rates in Hamilton / Kirikiriroa
The culturally diverse city of Hamilton / Kirikiriroa is situated in the Waikato region of New Zealand’s North Island, around an hour and a half by car to the south of Auckland / Tāmaki Makaurau. Hamilton Gardens is the city’s most popular tourist attraction, while Raglan Beach to the west of Hamilton attract those looking for a more relaxed beachside atmosphere, Waitomo is popular for the famous Waitomo Glow Worm Caves, and picturesque Lake Rotorua makes for a favourite picnic destination.
Getting on the road in Hamilton 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.
Compact Car
View offerTravel 06 Jun - 09 Jun 2026
from NZD $89/day
Compact SUV
View offerTravel 06 Jun - 09 Jun 2026
from NZD $92/day
Special
View offerTravel 04 Jun - 09 Jun 2026
from NZD $103/day
Economy Car
View offerTravel 05 Jun - 08 Jun 2026
from NZD $107/day
Compact Commercial Van/Truck
View offerTravel 04 Jun - 09 Jun 2026
from NZD $127/day
Fullsize Elite Ute (double cab)
View offerTravel 02 Jun - 05 Jun 2026
from NZD $130/day
Intermediate SUV
View offerTravel 04 Jun - 07 Jun 2026
from NZD $140/day
Standard Commercial Van/Truck
View offerTravel 02 Jun - 05 Jun 2026
from NZD $172/day
Premium Ute (double cab)
View offerTravel 02 Jun - 05 Jun 2026
from NZD $182/day
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Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on June 01, 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 01 June, 2026
YOU’RE IN GOOD COMPANY
Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think
- 07 May 2026joanna w.Booked: Kia Sportage or similarAuckland Airport
- 29 May 2026brian w.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hybrid or similarChristchurch Airport
- 23 Apr 2026mark l.Booked: Ford Everest or similarAuckland Airport
- 07 Apr 2026mannav s.Booked: Chery Tiggo 4 Ultimate or similarAuckland City
- 06 Apr 2026dermarious h.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hatch or similarChristchurch Airport
- 11 Feb 2026jeffrey g.Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similarWellington Airport
- 16 Feb 2026wendy r.Booked: Toyota Rav4 AWDAuckland Airport International
- 17 May 2026paul s.Booked: Kia Seltos or similarAuckland Airport
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Hamilton
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Commercial Van/Truck, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab) and SUV. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Ten car rental depots in Hamilton. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Avis, Budget, Hertz and Thrifty. |
Car models commonly available in Hamilton
Ford vehicles for hire in Hamilton
Ford Everest
7
4
2 small
ProvidersHertz, Thrifty
Ford Puma HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large
ProvidersEzi
Hyundai vehicles for hire in Hamilton
Hyundai Santa Fe
7
4
2 small
ProvidersHertz
Kia vehicles for hire in Hamilton
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
ProvidersHertz, Thrifty
Kia Seltos
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz, Thrifty
Kia Sportage
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz, Thrifty
Kia Stonic
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz, Thrifty
Mazda vehicles for hire in Hamilton
Mazda 3
5
5
2 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Mazda CX-30
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Hamilton
Mitsubishi Outlander
5
5
5 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Thrifty, Hertz
Mitsubishi Outlander 4w.d.
7
5
1 large, 3 small
ProvidersEzi
Skoda vehicles for hire in Hamilton
Skoda Kodiaq
7
5
2 small
ProvidersThrifty
Suzuki vehicles for hire in Hamilton
Suzuki Swift
5
4
1 small
ProvidersHertz, Thrifty
Toyota vehicles for hire in Hamilton
Toyota CorollaHybrid
5
5
1 large
ProvidersEzi
Toyota RAV-4 HybridHybrid
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz, Thrifty
Toyota Rav4 AWD
5
5
3 large
ProvidersEzi
Other vehicles for hire in Hamilton
12 CU Metre Box Tail Lift Truck
2
2
ProvidersThrifty
12 CU Metre Box Truck
2
2
ProvidersThrifty
12 Seat Bus
12
2
12 large
ProvidersHertz, Thrifty
17-19 CU Meter Tail Lift Truck
2
2
ProvidersThrifty
2 Tonne Payload Flat Deck
2
2
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
2.5 Tonne Tipper Truck
2
2
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
21 CU Metre Box Tail Lift Truck
2
2
ProvidersThrifty
40 CU Metre Curtain Sider Truck
2
2
ProvidersThrifty
7 Cubic Metre Van
2
2
ProvidersThrifty
Cargo Van Maxi 1100 Kg Payload
2
4
ProvidersThrifty
Mystery Car
5
4
ProvidersBudget
Premium DC 4WD Lid Canopy
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz, Thrifty
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“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
Hamilton daily rate data
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
01 Jun
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
02 Jun
$165
$244
03 Jun
$168
$244
04 Jun
$108
$244
05 Jun
$107
$118
06 Jun
$89
$99
07 Jun
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
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
01 Jun
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
02 Jun
$173
$259
03 Jun
$173
$259
04 Jun
$113
$258
05 Jun
$111
$121
06 Jun
$92
$102
07 Jun
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
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
01 Jun
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
02 Jun
$193
$309
03 Jun
$193
$338
04 Jun
$140
$309
05 Jun
$175
$237
06 Jun
$147
$236
07 Jun
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
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
01 Jun
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
02 Jun
$269
$301
03 Jun
$301
$301
04 Jun
$301
$301
05 Jun
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
06 Jun
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
07 Jun
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
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
01 Jun
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
02 Jun
$296
$331
03 Jun
$331
$331
04 Jun
$296
$331
05 Jun
$296
$314
06 Jun
$314
$314
07 Jun
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
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
01 Jun
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
02 Jun
$203
$214
03 Jun
$203
$214
04 Jun
$203
$214
05 Jun
$203
$210
06 Jun
$203
$210
07 Jun
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
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
01 Jun
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
02 Jun
$130
$130
03 Jun
$130
$130
04 Jun
$130
$130
05 Jun
$130
$130
06 Jun
$130
$130
07 Jun
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
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
01 Jun
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
02 Jun
$182
$203
03 Jun
$203
$203
04 Jun
$182
$203
05 Jun
$182
$187
06 Jun
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
07 Jun
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 01 June, 2026
Hamilton Airport car hire
Are you flying into Hamilton?
Consider collecting your vehicle from the airport. We work with a range of car hire providers at Hamilton Airport (HLZ).
Regional airports near Hamilton
Car rental depots in Hamilton
Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.
Avis Hamilton City
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, Sat–Sun Closed4 Vialou Street (North Island), North Island
Budget Hamilton
View details4.6 (1)Mon–Fri 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, Sat–Sun Closed4 Vialou St (Near Rostrevor St), North Island
Hertz Hamilton Downtown
View details4.7 (3)Mon–Fri 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM, Sat–Sun Closed98 Tristram St, Hamilton, North Island
Hertz Hamilton Downtown
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM, Sat 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Sun 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM98 Tristram St, Hamilton, North Island
Hertz Hamilton East Cars
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Sun 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM2f Brooklyn Rd, Claudelands, North Island
Hertz Hamilton East Comm
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Sun 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM2f Brooklyn Rd, Claudelands, North Island
Thrifty Hamilton Downtown
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM, Sat 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Sun 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM98 Tristram Street, North Island
Thrifty Hamilton Downtown
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM, Sat–Sun Closed98 Tristram St, Hamilton, North Island
Thrifty Hamilton East Cars
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Sun 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM2f Brooklyn Rd, Claudelands, North Island
Thrifty Hamilton East Comm
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Sun 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM2f Brooklyn Rd, Claudelands, North Island
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car in Hamilton
How much does it cost to hire a car in Hamilton?
Prices start at NZD $89 per day for a Compact Car, up to NZD $314 per day for a Premium SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Hamilton.
How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover in Hamilton?
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 $203 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates in Hamilton.
What is the highest-rated hire car in Hamilton?
The highest-rated rental car in Hamilton is Hyundai Elantra or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.
What is the highest-rated car hire provider in Hamilton?
Hertz is the highest-rated car hire provider in Hamilton, based on ratings by our customers.
Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental in Hamilton?
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 Hamilton 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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