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Car rental rates in Taupō

Taupō has become an increasingly popular tourist destination, as the town sits on the edge of the beautiful Lake Taupō. There are plenty of outdoor sports on offer including jet-boating, and biking trails, and it is within easy driving distance of some of New Zealand’s thermal attractions. Be sure to walk along the popular Huka Falls trail when you’re in the area. Taupō is about a two-hour drive from Hamilton / Kirikiriroa and five hours from Wellington / Te Whanganui a Tara.


Getting on the road in Taupō 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.

  • BudgetCompact Car
    Compact Car

    From NZD $63/day

    for 11 Jul - 16 Jul 2025
    View offer
  • BudgetCompact SUV
    Compact SUV

    From NZD $65/day

    for 11 Jul - 16 Jul 2025
    View offer
  • BudgetIntermediate Car
    Intermediate Car

    From NZD $68/day

    for 11 Jul - 16 Jul 2025
    View offer
  • BudgetIntermediate SUV
    Intermediate SUV

    From NZD $73/day

    for 11 Jul - 16 Jul 2025
    View offer
  • AvisFullsize SUV
    Fullsize SUV

    From NZD $114/day

    for 09 Jul - 12 Jul 2025
    View offer
  • BudgetPremium SUV
    Premium SUV

    From NZD $173/day

    for 11 Jul - 16 Jul 2025
    View offer
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Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on July 08, 2025 by an Australian 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 08 July, 2025

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Our customers have rated their Taupō car rental booking experience 4.6/5
(5 reviews)
  • 23 Jun 2025

    Easy as!

    kate d.
    Booked: Mystery Car or similar
    Christchurch International Airport
    Mystery Car or similar
  • 27 Jun 2025

    Very simple process and don't have to pay till pickup

    pauline t.
    Booked: Mitsubishi Asx or similar
    Napier Airport
    Mitsubishi Asx or similar
  • 16 Jun 2025

    Easy

    janette s.
    Booked: Toyota Corolla Hybrid or similar
    Auckland Domestic Airport
    Toyota Corolla Hybrid or similar
  • 16 Jun 2025

    Easy to use

    heather s.
    Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similar
    Tauranga Airport
    Mitsubishi ASX or similar
  • 21 Mar 2025

    The process was simple and rental and additional insurance terms and conditions are transparent.

    david w.
    Booked: Toyota Corolla Hybrid or similar
    Dunedin Airport
    Toyota Corolla Hybrid or similar
  • 05 Jun 2025

    Easy to navigate and use

    desarei s.
    Booked: Ford Everest or similar
    Auckland Airport
    Ford Everest or similar
  • 17 Jun 2025

    Quick and easy

    orika k.
    Booked: Kia Seltos or similar
    Auckland Downtown
    Kia Seltos or similar
  • 18 Jun 2025

    Great exercise!

    indra b.
    Booked: Toyota Corolla Cross or similar
    Invercargill Airport
    Toyota Corolla Cross or similar
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Taupō

🚗 Vehicle typesCar and SUV.
🔑 No. of depotsTwo car rental depots in Taupo.
✅ Rental brandsAvis and Budget.

Car models commonly available in Taupō

Ford vehicles for hire in Taupo

  • Ford Everest

    Ford Everest

    7

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget, Avis

Hyundai vehicles for hire in Taupo

  • Hyundai i30

    Hyundai i30

    5

    5

    1 small

    Providers

    Budget

    Hyundai Ioniq

    Hyundai Ioniq

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

  • Hyundai Kona

    Hyundai Kona

    5

    5

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget

    Hyundai Santa Fe

    Hyundai Santa Fe

    5

    5

    6 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget

Mazda vehicles for hire in Taupo

  • Mazda CX-5

    Mazda CX-5

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

Toyota vehicles for hire in Taupo

  • Toyota Corolla Hatch

    Toyota Corolla Hatch

    5

    5

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis

    Toyota Hilux

    Toyota Hilux

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

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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

Taupō daily rate data

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

08 Jul

$87

$87

Wed

09 Jul

$87

$87

Thu

10 Jul

$87

$87

Fri

11 Jul

$63

$87

Sat

12 Jul

$71

$87

Sun

13 Jul

$63

$87

Mon

14 Jul

$87

$87

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

08 Jul

$98

$98

Wed

09 Jul

$98

$98

Thu

10 Jul

$98

$98

Fri

11 Jul

$68

$76

Sat

12 Jul

$76

$76

Sun

13 Jul

$68

$98

Mon

14 Jul

$98

$98

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

08 Jul

$104

$104

Wed

09 Jul

$104

$104

Thu

10 Jul

$104

$104

Fri

11 Jul

$65

$104

Sat

12 Jul

$73

$104

Sun

13 Jul

$65

$104

Mon

14 Jul

$104

$104

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

08 Jul

$121

$121

Wed

09 Jul

$121

$121

Thu

10 Jul

$121

$121

Fri

11 Jul

$73

$82

Sat

12 Jul

$82

$82

Sun

13 Jul

$73

$121

Mon

14 Jul

$121

$121

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

08 Jul

$114

$144

Wed

09 Jul

$114

$144

Thu

10 Jul

$114

$144

Fri

11 Jul

$114

$148

Sat

12 Jul

$114

$144

Sun

13 Jul

$114

$148

Mon

14 Jul

$114

$144

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

08 Jul

$367

$367

Wed

09 Jul

$367

$367

Thu

10 Jul

$266

$266

Fri

11 Jul

$173

$182

Sat

12 Jul

$182

$182

Sun

13 Jul

$173

$266

Mon

14 Jul

$367

$367

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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 08 July, 2025

Taupō Airport car hire

Are you flying into Taupō?
If you’d prefer to have a hire car when you land, you may opt to pick up at Taupō Airport (TUO) instead. To start comparing rates in the airport, simply input “Taupō Airport” in our search form.

Regional airports near Taupō

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Car rental depots in Taupō

Car hire depots in Taupō are marked on the map below.

Opening hours are provided by the depots and are subject to change.
  • Avis Taupo City

    61 Spa Road (North Island), Taupo NI, 3330

    Today •8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    saturday

    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    sunday

    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

  • Budget Taupo Downtown

    108 Rifle Range Rd, Taupo Ni NI, 3330

    Today •8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    sunday

    8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Frequently asked questions

On hiring a car in Taupō

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Taupo?

    Prices start at NZD $63 per day for a Compact Car, up to NZD $173 per day for a Premium SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Taupo.

  • Can I pick up my rental car in Taupō and drop it off somewhere else?

    Yes, but you may be charged a one-way fee by our car rental partner. We will include the additional charge in the rates we compare for you.

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