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Car rental rates in Whakatāne
The riverside town of Whakatāne is situated in the eastern Bay of Plenty region on New Zealand’s North Island. Set just an hour to the east of Tauranga and an hour and a half from Rotorua, Whakatāne makes for a comfortable location to explore the region.
Getting on the road in Whakatāne 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.
Special
View offerTravel 17 Mar - 22 Mar 2026
from NZD $212/day
Economy Car
View offerTravel 17 Mar - 22 Mar 2026
from NZD $243/day
Compact Car
View offerTravel 17 Mar - 22 Mar 2026
from NZD $268/day
Compact SUV
View offerTravel 17 Mar - 22 Mar 2026
from NZD $293/day
Intermediate SUV
View offerTravel 17 Mar - 22 Mar 2026
from NZD $343/day
Premium Ute (double cab)
View offerTravel 17 Mar - 20 Mar 2026
from NZD $419/day
Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on March 12, 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 12 March, 2026
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Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think
- 14 Nov 2025john p.Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similarAuckland Airport
- 24 Jan 2026michael d.Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similarTauranga Airport
- 26 Dec 2025benjamin h.Booked: Toyota Yaris Gx Hybrid or similarQueenstown Airport
- 04 Jan 2026john w.Booked: Kia Sportage or similarAuckland Airport
- 14 Jan 2026ian c.Booked: Ford Puma Hybrid or similarQueenstown Airport
- 09 Mar 2026peter p.Booked: Toyota Rav4 Hybrid or similarAuckland Airport
- 31 Dec 2025tifffany m.Booked: Toyota Corolla Sedan or similarChristchurch Airport
- 15 Jan 2026david r.Booked: Mazda CX-30 or similarTaupo Downtown
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Whakatāne
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab) and SUV. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | One car rental depot in Whakatāne. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Hertz. |
Car models commonly available in Whakatāne
Kia vehicles for hire in Whakatane
Kia Carnival or Hyunda Imax or Toyota Previa
8
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Kia Niro HybridHybrid
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Kia Seltos
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Kia Sportage
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
Kia Stonic
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Whakatane
Mitsubishi Outlander
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Suzuki vehicles for hire in Whakatane
Suzuki Swift
5
4
1 small
ProvidersHertz
Toyota vehicles for hire in Whakatane
Toyota RAV-4 HybridHybrid
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Other vehicles for hire in Whakatane
12 Seat Bus
12
3
12 large
ProvidersHertz
Mystery Car
5
4
1 small
ProvidersHertz
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
Whakatāne daily rate data
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
12 Mar
$277
$307
13 Mar
$277
$307
14 Mar
$277
$307
15 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
16 Mar
$277
$307
17 Mar
$243
$307
18 Mar
$277
$307
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
12 Mar
$326
$336
13 Mar
$326
$336
14 Mar
$326
$336
15 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
16 Mar
$326
$336
17 Mar
$293
$336
18 Mar
$326
$336
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
12 Mar
$385
$419
13 Mar
$385
$419
14 Mar
$385
$419
15 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
16 Mar
$385
$419
17 Mar
$343
$419
18 Mar
$385
$419
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
12 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
13 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
14 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
15 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
16 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
17 Mar
$419
$451
18 Mar
$419
$419
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 12 March, 2026
Whakatāne Airport car hire
Are you flying into Whakatāne?
Consider collecting your vehicle from the airport. We work with a range of car hire providers at Whakatāne Airport (WHK).
Car rental depots in Whakatāne
Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.
Hertz Whakatane Downtown
View details4.7 (3)Mon–Fri 08:00–17:00, Sat 09:00–11:00, Sat–Sun 17:00–17:30, Sun 08:00–08:3072 Mcalister St, Whakatane, North Island
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car in Whakatāne
How much does it cost to hire a car in Whakatāne?
Prices start at NZD $243 per day for an Economy Car, up to NZD $401 per day for an Intermediate SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Whakatāne.
What is the highest-rated hire car in Whakatāne?
The highest-rated rental car in Whakatāne is Mystery Vehicle - Auto or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.
What is the highest-rated car hire provider in Whakatāne?
Hertz is the highest-rated car hire provider in Whakatāne, based on ratings by our customers.
Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental in Whakatane?
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 Whakatane 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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