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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
Kia Stonic or similar
View offerTravel 03 Oct - 06 Oct 2026
from NZD $61/day
Economy Car
Suzuki Swift or similar
View offerTravel 02 Oct - 07 Oct 2026
from NZD $105/day
Compact SUV
Mazda CX-30 or similar
View offerTravel 01 Oct - 04 Oct 2026
from NZD $108/day
Fullsize Elite Ute (double cab)
2 Tonne Payload Flat Deck or similar
View offerTravel 02 Oct - 09 Oct 2026
from NZD $116/day
Compact Commercial Van/Truck
7 Cubic Metre Van or similar
View offerTravel 02 Oct - 09 Oct 2026
from NZD $116/day
Intermediate SUV
Kia Sportage or similar
View offerTravel 04 Oct - 09 Oct 2026
from NZD $135/day
Standard Commercial Van/Truck
Cargo Van Maxi 1100 Kg Payload or similar
View offerTravel 02 Oct - 09 Oct 2026
from NZD $155/day
Special
2.5 Tonne Tipper Truck or similar
View offerTravel 02 Oct - 09 Oct 2026
from NZD $180/day
Fullsize SUV
Hyundai Santa Fe or similar
View offerTravel 02 Oct - 05 Oct 2026
from NZD $191/day
Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on September 29, 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 29 September, 2026
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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 | Nine 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
5
2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Ford Everest (M)
7
4
2 small
ProvidersHertz
Hyundai vehicles for hire in Hamilton
Hyundai Santa Fe
7
4
2 small
ProvidersHertz
Hyundai Santa Fe (H)
7
4
2 small
ProvidersHertz
Kia vehicles for hire in Hamilton
Kia Carnival
8
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Kia Carnival (K)
8
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Kia Carnival or Hyunda Imax or Toyota Previa
8
5
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty
Kia Niro HybridHybrid
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Kia Niro Hybrid (G2)Hybrid
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Kia Seltos
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Kia Seltos (G)
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Kia Sportage
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Kia Sportage (J6)
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
Kia Stonic
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Kia Stonic (D)
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
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Mazda vehicles for hire in Hamilton
Mazda 3
5
5
2 small
ProvidersBudget, Avis
Mazda CX-30
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Hamilton
Mitsubishi Outlander
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Budget, Avis, Hertz
Mitsubishi Outlander (I)
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
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
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Suzuki Swift (B2)
5
4
1 small
ProvidersHertz
Toyota vehicles for hire in Hamilton
Toyota RAV-4 HybridHybrid
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota RAV-4 Hybrid (J2)Hybrid
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Other vehicles for hire in Hamilton
12 CU Metre Box Tail Lift Truck
2
2
ProvidersThrifty
12 Seat Bus
12
4
12 large
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
12 Seat Bus (X)
12
2
12 large
ProvidersHertz
17-19 CU Meter Tail Lift Truck
2
2
ProvidersThrifty
2 Tonne Payload Flat Deck
2
2
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
2 Tonne Payload Flat Deck (H6)
2
2
ProvidersHertz
2.5 Tonne Tipper Truck
2
2
ProvidersThrifty
2.5 Tonne Tipper Truck (Z6)
2
2
ProvidersHertz
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
Premium DC 4WD Lid Canopy
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Premium DC 4WD Lid Canopy (U4)
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
Showing 10 of 14 vehicles
“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
29 Sep
$108
$231
30 Sep
$175
$178
01 Oct
$122
$244
02 Oct
$105
$118
03 Oct
$61
$224
04 Oct
$109
$231
05 Oct
$174
$239
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
29 Sep
$115
$238
30 Sep
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
01 Oct
$108
$259
02 Oct
$108
$118
03 Oct
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
04 Oct
$112
$238
05 Oct
$183
$238
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
29 Sep
$176
$277
30 Sep
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
01 Oct
$331
$331
02 Oct
$142
$180
03 Oct
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
04 Oct
$135
$277
05 Oct
$237
$309
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
29 Sep
$266
$266
30 Sep
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
01 Oct
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 Oct
$191
$303
03 Oct
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
04 Oct
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
05 Oct
$191
$254
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
29 Sep
$253
$292
30 Sep
$210
$210
01 Oct
$210
$210
02 Oct
$210
$334
03 Oct
$210
$210
04 Oct
$210
$210
05 Oct
$210
$266
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
29 Sep
$291
$291
30 Sep
$291
$298
01 Oct
$291
$324
02 Oct
$291
$328
03 Oct
$291
$313
04 Oct
$291
$324
05 Oct
$291
$324
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
29 Sep
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 Sep
$130
$130
01 Oct
$130
$130
02 Oct
$116
$130
03 Oct
$130
$130
04 Oct
$130
$135
05 Oct
$130
$135
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
29 Sep
$248
$276
30 Sep
$281
$281
01 Oct
$312
$312
02 Oct
$248
$293
03 Oct
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
04 Oct
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
05 Oct
$276
$312
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 29 September, 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
N/A4 Vialou Street (North Island)
Mon–Fri 07:00–15:30, closed w/e
Budget Hamilton
N/A4 Vialou St (Near Rostrevor St)
Mon–Fri 07:00–15:30, closed w/e
Hertz Hamilton Downtown
4.7 (3)98 Tristram St, Hamilton
Mon–Fri 07:30–17:30, closed w/eHertz Hamilton East Cars
N/A2f Brooklyn Rd, Claudelands
Mon–Sun 07:30–17:00Hertz Hamilton East Comm
N/A2f Brooklyn Rd, Claudelands
Mon–Sun 07:30–17:00
Thrifty Hamilton Downtown
N/A98 Tristram Street
Mon–Fri 07:30–17:30, Sat 08:00–12:00, Sun 09:00–12:00Thrifty Hamilton Downtown
N/A98 Tristram St, Hamilton
Mon–Fri 07:30–17:30, closed w/eThrifty Hamilton East Cars
N/A2f Brooklyn Rd, Claudelands
Mon–Sun 07:30–17:00Thrifty Hamilton East Comm
N/A2f Brooklyn Rd, Claudelands
Mon–Sun 07:30–17:00
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car in Hamilton
How much does it cost to hire a car in Hamilton?
For a rental period from 3 October to 6 October 2026, a Hamilton car hire costs NZD $61 per day for a Compact Car. Enter your planned dates to compare live rental rates for your vehicle in Hamilton.
What is the cheapest car rental in Hamilton?
The cheapest car rental in Hamilton for the rental period from 3 October to 6 October 2026 is a Kia Stonic or similar from Thrifty costing NZD $61 per day. Enter your travel dates in the search form and compare live rates from Australia’s most respected rental car providers.
What is the best way to rent a cheap car in Hamilton?
Booking your hire car in Hamilton 12 days beforehand can save you over 14 per cent, based on our own daily rate checks.
How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover in Hamilton?
The price of a minivan hired in Hamilton from 2 October to 5 October 2026 ranges from NZD $191 to NZD $310 per day before any added extras. Enter your travel dates and compare live rates for a minivan rental in Hamilton.
What is the highest-rated hire car in Hamilton?
The highest-rated rental car in Hamilton is Kia Niro Hybrid or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.
What is the best car rental company in Hamilton?
Hertz is our highest-rated car hire provider in Hamilton, scoring an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 based on actual bookings by our customers.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Hamilton?
Thrifty is the cheapest car rental company in Hamilton, with rates from NZD $61 per day based on our rolling weekly search data. Enter your travel dates in the search form and compare live rates from New Zealand’s most respected rental car providers.
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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