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Car rental rates in Wanganui
Wanganui (also spelt Whanganui) is located on the west coast of the North Island of New Zealand. Set across the mouth of the mighty Wanganui River, the town was one of the first places foreigners settled in the country. It now boasts a thriving arts scene as well as many heritage buildings, and the town is within reach of the beautiful Wanganui National Park. Wanganui is about a two and a half hour drive north of Wellington / Te Whanganui a Tara and three hours south of Taupō.
Getting on the road in Wanganui 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.
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- 13 Oct 2025timothy g.Booked: Kia Niro Hybrid or similarWellington Airport
- 23 Aug 2025wayne k.Booked: Hyundai Kona or similarAuckland Airport
- 21 Sep 2025allen w.Booked: Toyota BZ4X or similarAuckland Airport International
- 29 Sep 2025victoria t.Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similarChristchurch Airport
- 17 Sep 2025luke b.Booked: Toyota Rav4 4w.d. or similarAuckland City
- 13 Nov 2025chung ban brian c.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hatch or similarWellington City
- 03 Oct 2025michael y.Booked: Toyota RAV4 or similarAuckland International Airport
- 12 Oct 2025jeanette n.Booked: Kia Sportage or similarChristchurch Downtown
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Wanganui
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab) and SUV. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Two car rental depots in Wanganui. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Hertz and Thrifty. |
Car models commonly available in Wanganui
Kia vehicles for hire in Wanganui
Kia Carnival or Hyunda Imax or Toyota Previa
8
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz, Thrifty
Kia Seltos
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz, Thrifty
Kia Sportage
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz, Thrifty
Kia Stonic
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz, Thrifty
Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Wanganui
Mitsubishi Outlander
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz, Thrifty
Skoda vehicles for hire in Wanganui
Skoda Kodiaq
7
5
2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Suzuki vehicles for hire in Wanganui
Suzuki Swift
5
4
1 small
ProvidersHertz, Thrifty
Other vehicles for hire in Wanganui
Premium DC 4WD Lid Canopy
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
“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
Wanganui daily rate data
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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 15 December, 2025
Wanganui Airport car hire
Are you flying into Wanganui?
If you’d prefer to have a hire car when you land, you may opt to pick up at Wanganui Airport (WAG) instead. To start comparing rates in the airport, simply input “Wanganui Airport” in our search form.
Regional airports near Wanganui
Car rental depots in Wanganui
Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.
Hertz Wanganui Downtown
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 08:00–17:00, Sat–Sun Closed161 London St, Wanganui, North Island
Thrifty Wanganui Downtown
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 08:00–17:00, Sat–Sun Closed161 London St, Wanganui, North Island
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car in Wanganui
Why are there no hire cars in Wanganui at certain times of the year?
Our data shows that Wanganui, along with other isolated cities in Australia, book out of rental cars during peak seasons (i.e., school holidays and major town events) because of the limited amount of rental cars available by providers in the area. We recommend always booking well in advance for this location.
Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental in Wanganui?
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 Wanganui 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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