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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 20 Dec - 23 Dec 2025
from NZD $115/day
Fullsize SUV
View offerTravel 19 Dec - 22 Dec 2025
from NZD $134/day
Premium SUV
View offerTravel 19 Dec - 22 Dec 2025
from NZD $139/day
Intermediate SUV
View offerTravel 22 Dec - 27 Dec 2025
from NZD $288/day
Compact SUV
View offerTravel 22 Dec - 27 Dec 2025
from NZD $338/day
Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on December 17, 2025 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 17 December, 2025
YOU’RE IN GOOD COMPANY
Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think
- 04 Dec 2025alistair s.Booked: Ford Puma Hybrid or similarWellington Airport
- 27 Nov 2025leonard l.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hatch or similarChristchurch Airport
- 21 Oct 2025gloria n.Booked: Kia Seltos or similarGisborne Airport
- 17 Oct 2025damian s.Booked: Toyota Corolla or similarChristchurch Airport
- 16 Oct 2025steven m.Booked: Toyota Corolla or similarChristchurch Airport
- 07 Nov 2025daley r.Booked: Mystery Car or similarAuckland International Airport
- 21 Oct 2025stephanie f.Booked: Toyota Corolla or similarAuckland Airport Domestic
- 03 Dec 2025esta m.Booked: Kia Stonic or similarNelson Airport
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Hamilton
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Passenger Van and SUV. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Five car rental depots in Hamilton. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Avis, Budget, Ezi, Hertz and Thrifty. |
Car models commonly available in Hamilton
Ford vehicles for hire in Hamilton
Ford Everest
7
4
2 small
ProvidersHertz
Ford Puma HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large
ProvidersEzi
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
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 Eclipse 2WD
5
5
2 large
ProvidersEzi
Mitsubishi Outlander
5
5
5 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Thrifty, Hertz
Mitsubishi Outlander 4w.d.
7
5
1 large, 3 small
ProvidersEzi
Toyota vehicles for hire in Hamilton
Toyota CorollaHybrid
5
5
1 large
ProvidersEzi
Toyota Rav4 AWD
5
5
3 large
ProvidersEzi
Other vehicles for hire in Hamilton
Mystery Car
5
4
2 small
ProvidersBudget
“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
17 Dec
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
18 Dec
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
19 Dec
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
20 Dec
$115
$115
$115
$115
21 Dec
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
22 Dec
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
23 Dec
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
17 Dec
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
18 Dec
$362
$369
$362
$369
19 Dec
$362
$369
$362
$369
20 Dec
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
21 Dec
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
22 Dec
$338
$369
$338
$369
23 Dec
$362
$369
$362
$369
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
17 Dec
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
18 Dec
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
19 Dec
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
20 Dec
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
21 Dec
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
22 Dec
$288
$288
$288
$288
23 Dec
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
17 Dec
$135
$135
$135
$135
18 Dec
$135
$135
$135
$135
19 Dec
$134
$134
$134
$134
20 Dec
$134
$134
$134
$134
21 Dec
$134
$134
$134
$134
22 Dec
$293
$293
$293
$293
23 Dec
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
17 Dec
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
18 Dec
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
19 Dec
$139
$139
$139
$139
20 Dec
$139
$139
$139
$139
21 Dec
$139
$139
$139
$139
22 Dec
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
23 Dec
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 17 December, 2025
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 07:00–15:30, Sat–Sun Closed4 Vialou Street (North Island), North Island
Budget Hamilton
View details4.6 (1)Mon–Fri 07:00–15:30, Sat–Sun Closed4 Vialou St (Near Rostrevor St), North Island
Ezi Hamilton City
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 08:30–15:00, Sat–Sun ClosedCnr Anglesea and Clarence Streets, North Island
Hertz Hamilton East Cars
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Sun 07:30–17:002f Brooklyn Rd, Claudelands, North Island
Thrifty Hamilton East Cars
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Sun 07:30–17:002f 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 $115 per day for a Compact Car, up to NZD $139 per day for a Premium SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle 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?
Budget 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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