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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.
Economy Car
View offerTravel 22 May - 27 May 2026
from NZD $91/day
Compact Car
View offerTravel 22 May - 27 May 2026
from NZD $93/day
Compact SUV
View offerTravel 22 May - 27 May 2026
from NZD $96/day
Special
View offerTravel 22 May - 27 May 2026
from NZD $102/day
Intermediate SUV
View offerTravel 22 May - 27 May 2026
from NZD $107/day
Fullsize Elite Ute (double cab)
View offerTravel 18 May - 21 May 2026
from NZD $130/day
Compact Commercial Van/Truck
View offerTravel 18 May - 21 May 2026
from NZD $130/day
Standard Commercial Van/Truck
View offerTravel 18 May - 21 May 2026
from NZD $172/day
Premium Ute (double cab)
View offerTravel 19 May - 22 May 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 May 17, 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 17 May, 2026
YOU’RE IN GOOD COMPANY
Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think
- 24 Feb 2026andrea w.Booked: Polestar 2 or similarAuckland Airport
- 23 Apr 2026mark l.Booked: Ford Everest or similarAuckland Airport
- 08 May 2026mark f.Booked: Mystery Vehicle or similarQueenstown Airport
- 19 Mar 2026chris m.Booked: Toyota C-HR or similarAuckland International Airport
- 26 Jan 2026karen w.Booked: Toyota Yaris Gx Hybrid or similarWellington Ferry Terminal
- 07 May 2026joanna w.Booked: Kia Sportage or similarAuckland Airport
- 16 Feb 2026wendy r.Booked: Toyota Rav4 AWDAuckland Airport International
- 24 Jan 2026michael d.Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similarTauranga 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
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
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
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
Mitsubishi Outlander 4w.d.
7
5
1 large, 3 small
ProvidersEzi
Skoda vehicles for hire in Hamilton
Skoda Kodiaq
7
4
2 small
ProvidersHertz, Thrifty
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
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
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
17 May
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 May
$168
$231
19 May
$165
$231
20 May
$104
$231
21 May
$111
$231
22 May
$91
$116
23 May
$101
$231
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
17 May
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 May
$173
$238
19 May
$173
$238
20 May
$108
$238
21 May
$113
$238
22 May
$96
$119
23 May
$104
$238
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
17 May
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 May
$221
$282
19 May
$221
$282
20 May
$120
$282
21 May
$130
$277
22 May
$107
$143
23 May
$116
$277
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
17 May
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 May
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 May
$269
$301
20 May
$294
$301
21 May
$301
$301
22 May
$269
$285
23 May
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 May
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 May
$331
$331
19 May
$296
$331
20 May
$323
$331
21 May
$331
$331
22 May
$296
$314
23 May
$331
$331
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
17 May
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 May
$203
$214
19 May
$203
$214
20 May
$203
$214
21 May
$203
$214
22 May
$203
$210
23 May
$203
$214
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
17 May
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 May
$130
$130
19 May
$130
$130
20 May
$130
$130
21 May
$130
$130
22 May
$130
$130
23 May
$130
$130
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
17 May
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 May
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 May
$182
$203
20 May
$196
$203
21 May
$203
$203
22 May
$182
$187
23 May
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.
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Rates are in NZD and were last updated on 17 May, 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 $91 per day for an Economy 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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