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Cheap Car Hire in Taupo from $94
This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Taupo with a pick-up date of 19/9 and drop-off date of 20/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Popular car types in Taupo
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Taupo and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 12 September 2025.
SUV is the cheapest car type you can hire in Taupo this past week from 10 hire locations out of 8 hire agencies. Prices for a Taupo SUV hire start from $94/day. Check out available deals for 3 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:
Compact
$97+
Passenger van
$174+
Intermediate SUV
$94+
Compact SUV
$104+
Standard SUV
$105+
Supplier choice
$298+
Compare car hire deals in Taupo by type
Here are the best Taupo small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Taupo SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
MG 3$97/day
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Subaru Crosstrek$99/day
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Best car hire deals found in Taupo
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Taupo. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Taupo with an average daily rate of $116. Data was last updated on 12 September 2025.
Skoda Kodiaq$94/day
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BMW 1 Series$97/day
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Suzuki Vitara$99/day
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Cheapflights insights for Taupo car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Taupo, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Taupo?
To get the best deal on car hire in Taupo, book about 61 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $57, which is about 4% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car rental company in Taupo?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Taupo is EZI (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Hertz (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
EZI
10.0
Hertz
10.0
Thrifty
4.0
Avis
0.0
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Taupo?
At Taupo, the best time to hire a car is in October, with an average daily rate of just $69. Conversely, March is the priciest month, averaging $113 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Taupo, the best time to hire a car is in October, with an average daily rate of just $69. Conversely, March is the priciest month, averaging $113 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
$101
February
$104
March
$113
April
$83
May
$77
June
$75
July
$81
August
$92
September
$78
October
$69
November
$94
December
$109
What car do most people hire in Taupo?
Passenger van cars (Class Luxury Van, for example) are the most popular in Taupo. Intermediate (Skoda Octavia) and Full-size (Toyota RAV4) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Taupo.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Taupo?
Both Avis and Budget have 2 locations in Taupo, more than any other car hire company in the area.
Top hire agencies in Taupo
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Taupo known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Taupo. Reviews were last updated on 12 September 2025.
EZI
1 review•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
10.0
Hertz
1 location
Thrifty
1 review•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
4.0
Pick-up/drop-off
2.0
Value
4.0
Avis
2 locations
Firefly
1 location
Budget
2 locations
Moto Car Rental
1 location
Sunnycars
1 location
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Taupo, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 September 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Taupo for a week from Budget?
Budget offers hire cars in Taupo for about $562 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Taupo?
Yes, hiring a vehicle in Taupo for a month is certainly possible.
How much is a car hire in Taupo for a weekend?
Car hire prices in Taupo are typically $0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Intermediate SUV to save money on your trip to $0. Our users have found prices for Intermediate SUV car hire in October to be on average $75 per day.
Car hires by fuel type in Taupo
Browse car hires by fuel type in Taupo. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Taupo. Deals were last updated on 12 September 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Taupo. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($66+).
Electric
$164+
Hybrid
$66+
Petrol/Diesel
$113+