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Car rental rates in Hamilton / Kirikiriroa

The culturally diverse city of Hamilton / Kirikiriroa is situated in the Waikato region of New Zealand’s North Island, around an hour and a half by car to the south of Auckland / Tāmaki Makaurau. Hamilton Gardens is the city’s most popular tourist attraction, while Raglan Beach to the west of Hamilton attract those looking for a more relaxed beachside atmosphere, Waitomo is popular for the famous Waitomo Glow Worm Caves, and picturesque Lake Rotorua makes for a favourite picnic destination.


Getting on the road in Hamilton 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.

  • EziEconomy Car
    Economy Car

    From NZD $139/day

    for 02 Nov - 07 Nov 2024
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  • EziCompact Car
    Compact Car

    From NZD $141/day

    for 02 Nov - 07 Nov 2024
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  • EziIntermediate SUV
    Intermediate SUV

    From NZD $146/day

    for 02 Nov - 07 Nov 2024
    View offer
  • BudgetCompact SUV
    Compact SUV

    From NZD $148/day

    for 01 Nov - 04 Nov 2024
    View offer
  • BudgetIntermediate Car
    Intermediate Car

    From NZD $155/day

    for 31 Oct - 03 Nov 2024
    View offer
  • EziFullsize SUV
    Fullsize SUV

    From NZD $212/day

    for 02 Nov - 07 Nov 2024
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Showing 6 of 8 offers

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Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on October 30, 2024 by an Australian 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 30 October, 2024

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Our customers have rated their Hamilton car rental booking experience 4.5/5
(31 reviews)
  • 09 Sep 2024

    Easy

    jill b.
    Booked: Toyota Corolla Hatch or similar
    Queenstown Airport
    Toyota Corolla Hatch or similar
  • 27 Oct 2024

    straightforward and pay later option

    maynard e.
    Booked: Mitsubishi Pajero Sport or similar
    Christchurch International Airport
    Mitsubishi Pajero Sport or similar
  • 03 Sep 2024

    Excellent

    james k.
    Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similar
    Wellington Airport
    Mitsubishi ASX or similar
  • 22 Aug 2024

    So far so good!

    darren c.
    Booked: Toyota Rav4 4w.d. or similar
    Auckland Airport
    Toyota Rav4 4w.d. or similar
  • 03 Sep 2024

    Quick, easy and clear to follow

    rachael p.
    Booked: Mitsubishi Outlander or similar
    Wellington Airport
    Mitsubishi Outlander or similar
  • 19 Aug 2024

    such a great easy to use website

    kylie m.
    Booked: Kia Carnival or Hyunda Imax or Toyota Previa or similar
    Queenstown Airport
    Kia Carnival or Hyunda Imax or Toyota Previa or similar
  • 18 Aug 2024

    It is very user-friendly and easy to complete....thank you so much! :) :)

    soane a.
    Booked: Toyota Camry Hybrid
    Auckland Airport Domestic
    Toyota Camry Hybrid
  • 28 Aug 2024

    Smooth and easy. Thanks!

    robyn h.
    Booked: Ford Focus Hybrid or similar
    Queenstown Airport
    Ford Focus Hybrid or similar
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Hamilton

🚗 Vehicle typesCar, Passenger Van and SUV.
🔑 No. of depotsFive car rental depots in Hamilton.
✅ Rental brandsAvis, Budget, Ezi, Hertz and Thrifty.

Car models commonly available in Hamilton

Popular rental car models in Hamilton last month

  • % of Bookings
    Price range last month
  • 1

    20%

    37
    49
    Ford Puma Hybrid

    Ford Puma HybridEconomy Car

    5

    5

    2 large

    Rent with

    Ezi

  • 2

    20%

    65
    70
    Mitsubishi Outlander

    Mitsubishi OutlanderFullsize Crossover

    7

    5

    1 large

    Rent with

    Ezi

  • 3

    20%

    40
    55
    Mitsubishi Eclipse

    Mitsubishi EclipseIntermediate SUV

    5

    5

    3 large

    Rent with

    Ezi

  • 4

    10%

    102
    102
    Mitsubishi ASX

    Mitsubishi ASXCompact SUV

    5

    5

    2 large

    Rent with

    Ezi

  • 5

    10%

    91
    91
    Kia Seltos

    Kia SeltosCompact SUV

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Rent with

    Hertz

Ford vehicles for hire in Hamilton

  • Ford Focus Hybrid

    Ford Focus HybridHybrid

    5

    5

    2 large

    Providers

    Ezi

    Ford Puma Hybrid

    Ford Puma HybridHybrid

    5

    5

    2 large

    Providers

    Ezi

Hyundai vehicles for hire in Hamilton

  • Hyundai i30

    Hyundai i30

    5

    4

    1 small

    Providers

    Budget

    Hyundai Ioniq

    Hyundai Ioniq

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

  • Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid

    Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis

    Hyundai Kona

    Hyundai Kona

    5

    5

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget

  • Hyundai Santa Fe

    Hyundai Santa Fe

    5

    5

    6 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget

Kia vehicles for hire in Hamilton

  • Kia Carnival - 8 Seat van

    Kia Carnival - 8 Seat van

    8

    5

    4 large

    Providers

    Ezi

    Kia Carnival or Hyunda Imax or Toyota Previa

    Kia Carnival or Hyunda Imax or Toyota Previa

    8

    5

    2 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Kia Niro Hybrid

    Kia Niro HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

    Kia Seltos

    Kia Seltos

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Kia Sportage

    Kia Sportage

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

Mazda vehicles for hire in Hamilton

  • Mazda CX-5

    Mazda CX-5

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Hamilton

  • Mitsubishi ASX

    Mitsubishi ASX

    5

    5

    2 large

    Providers

    Ezi

    Mitsubishi Eclipse

    Mitsubishi Eclipse

    5

    5

    3 large

    Providers

    Ezi

  • Mitsubishi Eclipse AWD

    Mitsubishi Eclipse AWD

    5

    5

    3 large

    Providers

    Ezi

    Mitsubishi Outlander

    Mitsubishi Outlander

    7

    5

    1 large

    Providers

    Ezi, Thrifty, Hertz

  • Mitsubishi Outlander 4w.d.

    Mitsubishi Outlander 4w.d.

    7

    5

    1 large

    Providers

    Ezi

Nissan vehicles for hire in Hamilton

  • Nissan X-Trail

    Nissan X-Trail

    5

    5

    5 small

    Providers

    Avis

Toyota vehicles for hire in Hamilton

  • Toyota Corolla

    Toyota Corolla

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Avis, Thrifty, Hertz

    Toyota Hilux

    Toyota Hilux

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

  • Toyota Hilux 4WD Canopy or Similar

    Toyota Hilux 4WD Canopy or Similar

    5

    4

    6 large

    Providers

    Ezi

    Toyota Hilux SR5

    Toyota Hilux SR5

    5

    4

    4 small

    Providers

    Avis

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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

Hamilton daily rate data

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

30 Oct

$150

$150

Thu

31 Oct

$150

$161

Fri

01 Nov

$150

$161

Sat

02 Nov

$139

$150

Sun

03 Nov

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

Mon

04 Nov

$139

$158

Tue

05 Nov

$150

$150

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

30 Oct

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

Thu

31 Oct

$155

$166

Fri

01 Nov

$155

$166

Sat

02 Nov

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

Sun

03 Nov

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

Mon

04 Nov

$159

$163

Tue

05 Nov

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

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

30 Oct

$259

$259

Thu

31 Oct

$165

$178

Fri

01 Nov

$148

$183

Sat

02 Nov

$170

$183

Sun

03 Nov

$173

$183

Mon

04 Nov

$162

$270

Tue

05 Nov

$254

$270

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

30 Oct

$154

$307

Thu

31 Oct

$154

$199

Fri

01 Nov

$154

$200

Sat

02 Nov

$146

$198

Sun

03 Nov

$187

$198

Mon

04 Nov

$146

$324

Tue

05 Nov

$154

$324

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

30 Oct

$270

$270

Thu

31 Oct

$270

$270

Fri

01 Nov

$270

$270

Sat

02 Nov

$212

$270

Sun

03 Nov

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

Mon

04 Nov

$212

$270

Tue

05 Nov

$270

$270

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

30 Oct

$298

$298

Thu

31 Oct

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

Fri

01 Nov

$298

$298

Sat

02 Nov

$262

$298

Sun

03 Nov

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

Mon

04 Nov

$298

$298

Tue

05 Nov

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

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

30 Oct

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

Thu

31 Oct

$305

$381

Fri

01 Nov

$305

$381

Sat

02 Nov

$305

$381

Sun

03 Nov

$305

$381

Mon

04 Nov

$305

$381

Tue

05 Nov

$305

$381

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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 30 October, 2024

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Car rental depots in Hamilton

Car hire depots in Hamilton are marked on the map below.

Opening hours are provided by the depots and are subject to change.
  • Avis Hamilton City

    4 Vialou St, Hamilton NI, 3204

    Today •7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

    monday

    7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

    tuesday

    7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

    wednesday

    7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

    thursday

    7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

    friday

    7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

    saturday

    Closed

    sunday

    Closed

  • Budget Hamilton

    4 Vialou St, Hamilton NI, 3204

    Today •7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

    monday

    7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

    tuesday

    7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

    wednesday

    7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

    thursday

    7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

    friday

    7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

    saturday

    Closed

    sunday

    Closed

    4.60 • 1 rating

    5

    Service

    5

    Information

    4

    Accessibility

    5

    Vehicle

    4

    Presentation

  • Ezi Hamilton City

    Cnr Anglesea and Clarence Streets, Hamilton NI, 3204

    Today •8:30 AM - 3:00 PM

    monday

    8:30 AM - 3:00 PM

    tuesday

    8:30 AM - 3:00 PM

    wednesday

    8:30 AM - 3:00 PM

    thursday

    8:30 AM - 3:00 PM

    friday

    8:30 AM - 3:00 PM

    saturday

    Closed

    sunday

    Closed

    5.00 • 4 ratings

    5

    Service

    5

    Information

    5

    Accessibility

    5

    Vehicle

    5

    Presentation

  • Hertz Hamilton East Cars

    2f Brooklyn Rd, Claudelands, Hamilton East Cars NI, 3214

    Today •7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    monday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    tuesday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    wednesday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    thursday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    friday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    saturday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    sunday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

  • Thrifty Hamilton East Cars

    2f Brooklyn Rd, Claudelands, Hamilton East Cars NI, 3214

    Today •7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    monday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    tuesday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    wednesday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    thursday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    friday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    saturday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    sunday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

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Frequently asked questions

On hiring a car in Hamilton

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Hamilton?

    Prices start at NZD $139 per day for an Economy Car, up to NZD $262 per day for a Premium SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Hamilton.

  • How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover in Hamilton?

    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 $305 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates in Hamilton.

  • What is the highest-rated hire car in Hamilton?

    The highest-rated rental car in Hamilton is Hyundai Elantra or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.

  • What is the highest-rated car hire provider in Hamilton?

    Ezi is the highest-rated car hire provider in Hamilton, based on ratings by our customers.

  • Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental in Hamilton?

    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 Hamilton 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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