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Car rental rates in Tauranga
The harbourside city of Tauranga is situated by the Bay of Plenty on New Zealand’s North Island. Located about a two and a half hour drive south of Auckland / Tāmaki Makaurau, Tauranga is known for its warm saltwater pools, historic buildings, and beautiful surrounding scenery.
Getting on the road in Tauranga 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 19 May - 24 May 2026
from NZD $61/day
Compact SUV
View offerTravel 19 May - 24 May 2026
from NZD $63/day
Economy Car
View offerTravel 17 May - 22 May 2026
from NZD $69/day
Standard SUV
View offerTravel 19 May - 24 May 2026
from NZD $72/day
Intermediate SUV
View offerTravel 19 May - 24 May 2026
from NZD $76/day
Special
View offerTravel 17 May - 22 May 2026
from NZD $90/day
Fullsize Passenger Van
View offerTravel 17 May - 22 May 2026
from NZD $173/day
Premium Passenger Van
View offerTravel 17 May - 22 May 2026
from NZD $177/day
Premium Ute (double cab)
View offerTravel 17 May - 22 May 2026
from NZD $177/day
Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on May 14, 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 14 May, 2026
YOU’RE IN GOOD COMPANY
Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think
- 27 Mar 2026michael d.Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similarTauranga Airport
- 24 Jan 2026michael d.Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similarTauranga Airport
- 15 Jan 2026david r.Booked: Mazda CX-30 or similarTaupo Downtown
- 06 Apr 2026dermarious h.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hatch or similarChristchurch Airport
- 24 Feb 2026andrea w.Booked: Polestar 2 or similarAuckland Airport
- 21 Jan 2026martyn t.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hybrid or similarChristchurch Airport
- 08 May 2026mark f.Booked: Mystery Vehicle or similarQueenstown Airport
- 14 Jan 2026david b.Booked: Toyota Rav4 2w.d. or similarQueenstown Airport
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Tauranga
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab) and SUV. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Eight car rental depots in Tauranga. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Apex, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Hertz and Thrifty. |
Car models commonly available in Tauranga
Ford vehicles for hire in Tauranga
Ford Puma HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large
ProvidersEzi
Kia vehicles for hire in Tauranga
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
Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Tauranga
Mitsubishi ASX
5
5
2 large, 3 small
ProvidersApex
Mitsubishi Outlander
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mitsubishi Outlander 4w.d.
7
5
1 large, 3 small
ProvidersEzi
Suzuki vehicles for hire in Tauranga
Suzuki Swift
5
4
1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota vehicles for hire in Tauranga
Toyota CorollaHybrid
5
5
1 large
ProvidersEzi
Toyota Corolla Hatch
5
5
1 large, 3 small
ProvidersApex
Toyota RAV-4 HybridHybrid
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Rav4
5
5
4 large, 3 small
ProvidersApex
Toyota Rav4 4w.d.
5
5
4 large, 3 small
ProvidersApex
Toyota Rav4 AWD
5
5
3 large
ProvidersEzi
Other vehicles for hire in Tauranga
12 Seat Bus
12
4
12 large
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mystery Car
5
4
1 small
ProvidersHertz
Premium DC 4WD Lid Canopy
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
“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
Tauranga daily rate data
Price range over the past 12 months for a compact SUV
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
14 May
$77
$133
15 May
$77
$133
16 May
$77
$153
17 May
$77
$153
18 May
$77
$141
19 May
$63
$153
20 May
$77
$141
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
14 May
$92
$172
15 May
$92
$172
16 May
$92
$188
17 May
$92
$188
18 May
$92
$173
19 May
$76
$188
20 May
$92
$188
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
14 May
$87
$87
15 May
$87
$87
16 May
$87
$87
17 May
$87
$87
18 May
$87
$87
19 May
$72
$87
20 May
$87
$87
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
14 May
$74
$118
15 May
$74
$119
16 May
$74
$141
17 May
$69
$141
18 May
$74
$130
19 May
$61
$141
20 May
$74
$141
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
14 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
15 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
16 May
$196
$236
17 May
$173
$236
18 May
$196
$236
19 May
$173
$236
20 May
$196
$236
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
14 May
$222
$241
15 May
$222
$241
16 May
$222
$241
17 May
$177
$241
18 May
$222
$241
19 May
$177
$241
20 May
$222
$241
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
14 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
15 May
$217
$236
16 May
$217
$236
17 May
$177
$236
18 May
$217
$236
19 May
$177
$236
20 May
$217
$236
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 14 May, 2026
Tauranga Airport car hire
Are you flying into Tauranga?
Consider collecting your vehicle from the airport. We work with a range of car hire providers at Tauranga Airport (TRG).
Car rental depots in Tauranga
Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.
Apex Tauranga Airport
View details4.6 (9)Mon–Sun 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM21 Jean Batten Dr, North Island
Avis Tauranga Airport
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM, Sat 9:00 AM - 7:30 PM, Sun 9:00 AM - 9:00 PMTerminal Building (North Island), North Island
Budget Tauranga Airport
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM, Sat 9:00 AM - 7:30 PM, Sun 9:00 AM - 9:00 PMJean Batten Dr Mount Maunganui, North Island
Dollar Tauranga Airport
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM, Sat 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Sun 8:30 AM - 9:00 PMJean Batten Drive, North Island
Hertz Tauranga Airport
View details4.8 (1)Mon–Fri 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM, Sat 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Sun 8:30 AM - 9:00 PMJean Batten Dr, Tauranga Airport, North Island
Hertz Tauranga Downtown
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Sun 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM64 Jean Batten Drive, Mount Maunganui, North Island
Thrifty Tauranga Airport
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM, Sat 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Sun 8:30 AM - 9:00 PMJean Batten Dr, Tauranga Airport, North Island
Thrifty Tauranga Downtown
View details4.9 (3)Mon–Sun 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM64 Jean Batten Drive, Mount Maunganui, North Island
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car in Tauranga
How much does it cost to hire a car in Tauranga?
Prices start at NZD $61 per day for a Compact Car, up to NZD $169 per day for an Intermediate SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Tauranga.
How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover in Tauranga?
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 between NZD $173 and NZD $194 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates in Tauranga.
What is the highest-rated hire car in Tauranga?
The highest-rated rental car in Tauranga is Toyota Corolla Hatch or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.
What is the highest-rated car hire provider in Tauranga?
Thrifty is the highest-rated car hire provider in Tauranga, based on ratings by our customers.
Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental in Tauranga?
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 Tauranga 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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