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Car rental rates in Whangārei

Whangārei, meaning “Bountiful Land” in Māori, is the main centre of the Northland Region, just a two-hour drive from Auckland / Tāmaki Makaurau. The city has a population of around 50,000 people, and is a beautiful location to explore with a rental car.


Getting on the road in Whangārei 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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    • 26 Jan 2026

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      Booked: Toyota Yaris Gx Hybrid or similar
      Wellington Ferry Terminal
      Toyota Yaris Gx Hybrid or similar
    • 30 Oct 2025

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      geoff m.
      Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similar
      Auckland International Airport
      Mitsubishi ASX or similar
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      Booked: Toyota Corolla or similar
      Tauranga Airport
      Toyota Corolla or similar
    • 12 Dec 2025

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      Booked: Toyota Corolla Sedan or similar
      Auckland Airport
      Toyota Corolla Sedan or similar
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      Booked: Mitsubishi Outlander or similar
      Christchurch Airport
      Mitsubishi Outlander or similar
    • 15 Jan 2026

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      Booked: Toyota Rav4 4w.d. or similar
      Auckland Airport
      Toyota Rav4 4w.d. or similar
    • 11 Jan 2026

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      Booked: Mitsubishi Outlander 4w.d. or similar
      Napier Airport
      Mitsubishi Outlander 4w.d. or similar
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      Booked: Toyota RAV4 or similar
      Queenstown Airport
      Toyota RAV4 or similar
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    Quick facts on hiring a car in Whangārei

    🚗 Vehicle typesCar, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab) and SUV.
    🔑 No. of depotsOne car rental depot in Whangarei.
    ✅ Rental brandsHertz.

    Car models commonly available in Whangārei

    Kia vehicles for hire in Whangarei

    • Kia Carnival or Hyunda Imax or Toyota Previa

      Kia Carnival or Hyunda Imax or Toyota Previa

      8

      4

      2 large, 1 small

      Providers

      Hertz

    • Kia Niro Hybrid

      Kia Niro HybridHybrid

      5

      4

      1 large, 1 small

      Providers

      Hertz

    • Kia Seltos

      Kia Seltos

      5

      4

      1 large, 1 small

      Providers

      Hertz

    • Kia Sportage

      Kia Sportage

      5

      5

      2 large, 2 small

      Providers

      Hertz

    • Kia Stonic

      Kia Stonic

      5

      4

      1 large, 1 small

      Providers

      Hertz

    Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Whangarei

    • Mitsubishi Outlander

      Mitsubishi Outlander

      5

      4

      1 large, 1 small

      Providers

      Hertz

    Suzuki vehicles for hire in Whangarei

    • Suzuki Swift

      Suzuki Swift

      5

      4

      1 small

      Providers

      Hertz

    Other vehicles for hire in Whangarei

    • Premium DC 4WD Lid Canopy

      Premium DC 4WD Lid Canopy

      5

      4

      2 large, 2 small

      Providers

      Hertz

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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

    Whangārei Airport car hire

    Are you flying into Whangārei?
    If you’d prefer to have a hire car when you land, you may opt to pick up at Whangārei Airport (WRE) instead. To start comparing rates in the airport, simply input “Whangārei Airport” in our search form.

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    Car rental depots in Whangārei

    Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.

    • Hertz Whangarei Downtown

      Hertz Whangarei Downtown

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      No reviewsMon–Sun 08:00–17:00

      37 Porowini Ave, Morningside, Whangarei, North Island

    Frequently asked questions

    On hiring a car in Whangārei

    • Why are there no hire cars in Whangarei at certain times of the year?

      Our data shows that Whangarei, 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 Whangarei?

      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 Whangarei 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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