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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.
Economy Car
View offerTravel 23 Apr - 28 Apr 2026
from NZD $106/day
Special
View offerTravel 21 Apr - 26 Apr 2026
from NZD $108/day
Compact Car
View offerTravel 23 Apr - 28 Apr 2026
from NZD $112/day
Compact SUV
View offerTravel 23 Apr - 28 Apr 2026
from NZD $121/day
Intermediate SUV
View offerTravel 23 Apr - 28 Apr 2026
from NZD $143/day
Fullsize Passenger Van
View offerTravel 23 Apr - 28 Apr 2026
from NZD $294/day
Premium Ute (double cab)
View offerTravel 21 Apr - 26 Apr 2026
from NZD $317/day
Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on April 18, 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 18 April, 2026
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- 06 Jan 2026juliet m.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hybrid or similarWellington Airport
- 02 Mar 2026robert l.Booked: Subaru Outback or similarQueenstown Airport
- 24 Feb 2026andrea w.Booked: Polestar 2 or similarAuckland Airport
- 13 Apr 2026nigel p.Booked: Kia Niro Hybrid or similarAuckland Downtown
- 11 Jan 2026leslie o.Booked: Mitsubishi Outlander 4w.d. or similarNapier Airport
- 11 Feb 2026jeffrey g.Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similarWellington Airport
- 09 Mar 2026peter p.Booked: Toyota Rav4 Hybrid or similarAuckland Airport
- 16 Jan 2026kelly e.Booked: Toyota Corolla or similarTauranga Airport
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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 | Four 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
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Kia Sportage
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz, Thrifty
Kia Stonic
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Wanganui
Mitsubishi Outlander
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz, Thrifty
Suzuki vehicles for hire in Wanganui
Suzuki Swift
5
4
1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
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
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
18 Apr
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 Apr
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
20 Apr
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
21 Apr
$108
$129
22 Apr
$125
$135
23 Apr
$106
$135
24 Apr
$125
$135
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
18 Apr
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 Apr
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
20 Apr
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
21 Apr
$125
$146
22 Apr
$145
$145
23 Apr
$121
$145
24 Apr
$145
$145
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
18 Apr
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 Apr
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
20 Apr
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
21 Apr
$150
$179
22 Apr
$169
$179
23 Apr
$143
$179
24 Apr
$169
$179
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
18 Apr
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 Apr
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
20 Apr
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
21 Apr
$317
$375
22 Apr
$375
$375
23 Apr
$294
$375
24 Apr
$375
$375
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
18 Apr
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 Apr
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
20 Apr
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
21 Apr
$317
$375
22 Apr
$375
$375
23 Apr
$317
$375
24 Apr
$375
$375
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 18 April, 2026
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
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
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
How much does it cost to hire a car in Wanganui?
Prices start at NZD $106 per day for an Economy Car, up to NZD $158 per day for an Intermediate SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Wanganui.
How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover in Wanganui?
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 $294 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates in Wanganui.
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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