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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 05 Aug - 10 Aug 2026
from NZD $77/day
Economy Car
View offerTravel 05 Aug - 10 Aug 2026
from NZD $77/day
Compact SUV
View offerTravel 05 Aug - 10 Aug 2026
from NZD $81/day
Intermediate SUV
View offerTravel 05 Aug - 10 Aug 2026
from NZD $91/day
Fullsize Elite Ute (double cab)
View offerTravel 01 Aug - 04 Aug 2026
from NZD $130/day
Compact Commercial Van/Truck
View offerTravel 01 Aug - 04 Aug 2026
from NZD $130/day
Standard Commercial Van/Truck
View offerTravel 01 Aug - 04 Aug 2026
from NZD $172/day
Special
View offerTravel 01 Aug - 04 Aug 2026
from NZD $210/day
Premium Passenger Van
View offerTravel 05 Aug - 10 Aug 2026
from NZD $211/day
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Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on July 31, 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 31 July, 2026
YOU’RE IN GOOD COMPANY
Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think
- 07 May 2026joanna w.Booked: Kia Sportage or similarAuckland Airport
- 25 Jun 2026michael s.Booked: Toyota C-HR or similarQueenstown Airport
- 27 Jul 2026kevin m.Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similarQueenstown Airport
- 06 Apr 2026dermarious h.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hatch or similarChristchurch Airport
- 23 Apr 2026jamie c.Booked: Suzuki Swift or similarQueenstown Airport
- 26 Jul 2026grant h.Booked: Kia Sportage or similarAuckland Downtown
- 23 Apr 2026mark l.Booked: Ford Everest or similarAuckland Airport
- 09 Jun 2026jarrod b.Booked: Mitsubishi Outlander or similarChristchurch 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
5
2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Hyundai vehicles for hire in Hamilton
Hyundai Santa Fe
7
4
2 small
ProvidersHertz
Kia vehicles for hire in Hamilton
Kia Carnival
8
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
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
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
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
Toyota vehicles for hire in Hamilton
Toyota RAV-4 HybridHybrid
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
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
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
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
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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
31 Jul
$97
$127
01 Aug
$127
$130
02 Aug
$127
$130
03 Aug
$80
$105
04 Aug
$93
$165
05 Aug
$77
$167
06 Aug
$90
$163
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
31 Jul
$100
$131
01 Aug
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 Aug
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
03 Aug
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 Aug
$159
$166
05 Aug
$81
$166
06 Aug
$96
$168
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
31 Jul
$114
$143
01 Aug
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 Aug
$153
$155
03 Aug
$98
$131
04 Aug
$152
$198
05 Aug
$91
$200
06 Aug
$126
$195
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
31 Jul
$269
$269
01 Aug
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 Aug
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
03 Aug
$269
$288
04 Aug
$269
$280
05 Aug
$269
$288
06 Aug
$280
$280
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
31 Jul
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 Aug
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 Aug
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
03 Aug
$296
$317
04 Aug
$296
$308
05 Aug
$296
$317
06 Aug
$308
$308
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
31 Jul
$291
$291
01 Aug
$291
$304
02 Aug
$291
$304
03 Aug
$291
$312
04 Aug
$291
$304
05 Aug
$291
$312
06 Aug
$291
$304
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
31 Jul
$196
$211
01 Aug
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 Aug
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
03 Aug
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 Aug
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 Aug
$211
$347
06 Aug
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
31 Jul
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 Aug
$130
$130
02 Aug
$130
$130
03 Aug
$130
$130
04 Aug
$130
$130
05 Aug
$130
$130
06 Aug
$130
$130
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
31 Jul
$182
$248
01 Aug
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 Aug
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
03 Aug
$276
$296
04 Aug
$276
$287
05 Aug
$276
$296
06 Aug
$287
$287
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 31 July, 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 Downtown
View details4.6 (1)Mon–Fri 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, Sat–Sun Closed4 Vialou 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 $76 per day for a Compact Car, up to NZD $308 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 $211 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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