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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 $87/day

    for 20 Mar - 23 Mar 2025
    View offer
  • BudgetIntermediate Car
    Intermediate Car

    From NZD $98/day

    for 20 Mar - 23 Mar 2025
    View offer
  • AvisCompact SUV
    Compact SUV

    From NZD $104/day

    for 20 Mar - 23 Mar 2025
    View offer
  • AvisFullsize SUV
    Fullsize SUV

    From NZD $114/day

    for 20 Mar - 23 Mar 2025
    View offer
  • BudgetIntermediate SUV
    Intermediate SUV

    From NZD $121/day

    for 20 Mar - 23 Mar 2025
    View offer
  • AvisPremium SUV
    Premium SUV

    From NZD $345/day

    for 20 Mar - 23 Mar 2025
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Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on March 19, 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 19 March, 2025

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Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think

Our customers have rated their Taupō car rental booking experience 4.5/5
(4 reviews)
  • 06 Mar 2025

    Easy sight to navigate. Quick receipt of booking to my email. Comprehensive list of cars to choose from.

    therese l.
    Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similar
    Christchurch Airport
    Mitsubishi ASX or similar
  • 25 Nov 2024

    Easy to book and great prices.

    melanie v.
    Booked: Nissan X-Trail or similar
    Napier Airport
    Nissan X-Trail or similar
  • 04 Feb 2025

    Quick

    annette f.
    Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similar
    Wellington City
    Mitsubishi ASX or similar
  • 11 Dec 2024

    Quick and easy

    ralph i.
    Booked: Toyota Highlander or similar
    Auckland Airport
    Toyota Highlander or similar
  • 11 Jan 2025

    fast way to check out

    johmkrit t.
    Booked: Toyota RAV4 or similar
    Christchurch International Airport
    Toyota RAV4 or similar
  • 20 Jan 2025

    Very fast and intuitive

    mitchell e.
    Booked: Nissan X-Trail or similar
    Christchurch Airport
    Nissan X-Trail or similar
  • 12 Jan 2025

    Easy and I can cancel anytime.

    tom h.
    Booked: Toyota Yaris Gx Hybrid or similar
    Napier Airport
    Toyota Yaris Gx Hybrid or similar
  • 12 Dec 2024

    Great

    angela s.
    Booked: Toyota Corolla or similar
    Auckland Airport
    Toyota Corolla or similar
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Taupō

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

Car models commonly available in Taupō

Hyundai vehicles for hire in Taupo

  • 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

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget, Avis

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

    Toyota Corolla

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget

    Toyota Hilux

    Toyota Hilux

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

  • Toyota Prado

    Toyota Prado

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget, Avis

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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

19 Mar

$87

$87

Thu

20 Mar

$87

$87

Fri

21 Mar

$87

$87

Sat

22 Mar

$87

$224

Sun

23 Mar

$87

$87

Mon

24 Mar

$87

$224

Tue

25 Mar

$87

$87

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

19 Mar

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

Thu

20 Mar

$98

$98

Fri

21 Mar

$98

$98

Sat

22 Mar

$98

$229

Sun

23 Mar

$98

$98

Mon

24 Mar

$98

$229

Tue

25 Mar

$98

$98

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

19 Mar

$104

$104

Thu

20 Mar

$104

$104

Fri

21 Mar

$104

$104

Sat

22 Mar

$104

$239

Sun

23 Mar

$104

$104

Mon

24 Mar

$104

$239

Tue

25 Mar

$104

$104

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

19 Mar

$121

$121

Thu

20 Mar

$121

$121

Fri

21 Mar

$121

$121

Sat

22 Mar

$121

$334

Sun

23 Mar

$121

$121

Mon

24 Mar

$121

$334

Tue

25 Mar

$121

$121

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

19 Mar

$114

$144

Thu

20 Mar

$114

$144

Fri

21 Mar

$114

$144

Sat

22 Mar

$114

$409

Sun

23 Mar

$114

$144

Mon

24 Mar

$114

$409

Tue

25 Mar

$114

$144

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

19 Mar

$345

$440

Thu

20 Mar

$345

$440

Fri

21 Mar

$345

$438

Sat

22 Mar

$345

$438

Sun

23 Mar

$440

$440

Mon

24 Mar

$345

$440

Tue

25 Mar

$345

$440

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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 19 March, 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 Rd, Taup? 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, 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 $87 per day for a Compact Car, up to NZD $440 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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