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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 17 Oct - 20 Oct 2026
from NZD $99/day
Compact SUV
Kia Seltos or similar
View offerTravel 17 Oct - 20 Oct 2026
from NZD $102/day
Fullsize Elite Ute (double cab)
2 Tonne Payload Flat Deck or similar
View offerTravel 14 Oct - 21 Oct 2026
from NZD $116/day
Economy Car
Suzuki Swift or similar
View offerTravel 14 Oct - 19 Oct 2026
from NZD $119/day
Compact Commercial Van/Truck
7 Cubic Metre Van or similar
View offerTravel 16 Oct - 21 Oct 2026
from NZD $127/day
Intermediate SUV
Kia Sportage or similar
View offerTravel 17 Oct - 20 Oct 2026
from NZD $131/day
Special
2.5 Tonne Tipper Truck or similar
View offerTravel 14 Oct - 21 Oct 2026
from NZD $180/day
Fullsize SUV
Hyundai Santa Fe or similar
View offerTravel 13 Oct - 16 Oct 2026
from NZD $191/day
Premium SUV
Ford Everest or similar
View offerTravel 12 Oct - 15 Oct 2026
from NZD $210/day
Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on October 11, 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 11 October, 2026
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Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think
- 13 Sep 2026sally a.Booked: Kia Stonic or similarAuckland Airport
- 23 Sep 2026andrew m.Booked: Kia Sportage or similarQueenstown Airport
- 29 Jun 2026perry l.Booked: Mazda 3 or similarAuckland Airport
- 03 Jul 2026robert a.Booked: Mitsubishi Outlander or similarChristchurch Airport
- 16 Aug 2026tangimeimoana t.Booked: Ford Everest or similarAuckland Domestic Airport Shuttle
- 12 Aug 2026david f.Booked: Kia Sportage or similarQueenstown Downtown
- 01 Sep 2026paul k.Booked: Nissan Xtrail Aw.d. or similarAuckland Airport
- 04 Oct 2026daniel m.Booked: Hyundai Staria or similarQueenstown 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 | 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
Hyundai vehicles for hire in Hamilton
Hyundai Santa Fe
7
4
2 small
ProvidersHertz
HYUNDAI SANTA FE HYBRIDHybrid
7
4
4 large, 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
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
ProvidersBudget, Avis
Mazda CX-30
5
5
3 small
ProvidersBudget, Avis
Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Hamilton
Mitsubishi Outlander
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz, Avis, Budget
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 Kluger HybridHybrid
7
5
4 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota RAV-4 HybridHybrid
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
TOYOTA RAV-4 HYBRIDHybrid
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
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
2.5 Tonne Tipper Truck (Z6)
2
2
ProvidersHertz
21 CU Metre Box Tail Lift Truck
2
2
ProvidersThrifty
25 CU Metre Box Tail Lift Truck
2
2
ProvidersThrifty
40 CU Metre Curtain Sider Truck
2
2
ProvidersThrifty
40 Cubic Metre Tail Lift Truck
2
2
ProvidersThrifty
7 Cubic Metre Van
2
2
ProvidersThrifty
Cargo Van Maxi 1100 Kg Payload
2
4
ProvidersThrifty
Dual Cab Tray Ute 4WD
5
4
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
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
11 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
12 Oct
$163
$227
13 Oct
$174
$186
14 Oct
$119
$186
15 Oct
$161
$231
16 Oct
$124
$163
17 Oct
$99
$109
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
11 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
12 Oct
$167
$257
13 Oct
$183
$210
14 Oct
$123
$254
15 Oct
$173
$257
16 Oct
$133
$158
17 Oct
$102
$112
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
11 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
12 Oct
$219
$338
13 Oct
$213
$228
14 Oct
$145
$277
15 Oct
$202
$331
16 Oct
$158
$248
17 Oct
$131
$144
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
11 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
12 Oct
$233
$245
13 Oct
$191
$245
14 Oct
$191
$311
15 Oct
$191
$201
16 Oct
$191
$245
17 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
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
11 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
12 Oct
$210
$256
13 Oct
$210
$256
14 Oct
$210
$325
15 Oct
$210
$210
16 Oct
$210
$256
17 Oct
$210
$210
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
11 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
12 Oct
$291
$324
13 Oct
$291
$312
14 Oct
$291
$320
15 Oct
$291
$324
16 Oct
$291
$312
17 Oct
$291
$320
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
11 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
12 Oct
$130
$130
13 Oct
$130
$130
14 Oct
$116
$130
15 Oct
$130
$130
16 Oct
$130
$135
17 Oct
$130
$135
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
11 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
12 Oct
$276
$276
13 Oct
$276
$296
14 Oct
$248
$296
15 Oct
$312
$312
16 Oct
$276
$296
17 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
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 11 October, 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 3-day rental with pickup between 12 and 18 October 2026, prices range from NZD $99 per day for a Compact car to NZD $191 per day for a Fullsize SUV. 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 is a Compact car from NZD $99 per day, for a 3-day rental with pickup between 12 and 18 October 2026. Enter your travel dates in the search form and compare live rates from New Zealand’s most respected rental car providers.
What is the best way to rent a cheap car in Hamilton?
Booking your hire car in Hamilton 5 days beforehand can save you over 12 per cent, based on our own daily rate checks.
How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover in Hamilton?
A minivan hired in Hamilton starts from NZD $291 per day before any added extras, for a 3-day rental with pickup between 12 and 18 October 2026. Enter your travel dates and compare live rates for a minivan rental in Hamilton.
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 $99 per day, for a 3-day rental with pickup between 12 and 18 October 2026. 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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