Taupo

Cheap Car Hire in Taupo from $79

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 8/12 and drop-off date of 22/12. 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 29 November 2025.

small car 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 small car hire start from $79/day. Check out available deals for 5 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

SUV

SUV

People mover

People mover

Passenger van

Passenger van

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

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 medium 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:

Suzuki Vitara$79/day
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Suzuki Vitara
Hyundai Accent$90/day
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Hyundai Accent
Suzuki Swift$95/day
4
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A/C
Suzuki Swift

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 $123. Data was last updated on 29 November 2025.
Suzuki Vitara$79/day
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Suzuki Vitara
Kia EV6$80/day
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Kia EV6
Mitsubishi Outlander$80/day
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A/C
Mitsubishi Outlander

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 $58, which is about 9% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Taupo?

In Taupo, the most affordable car hire company right now is Budget, offering prices from just $61.35/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is EZI, with rates starting at $72.04/day.

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.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Taupo?

At Taupo, the best time to hire a car is in June, with an average daily rate of just $76. Conversely, November is the priciest month, averaging $132 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 June, with an average daily rate of just $76. Conversely, November is the priciest month, averaging $132 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

$110

March

$115

April

$92

May

$78

June

$76

July

$83

August

$93

September

$84

October

$87

November

$132

December

$115

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 29 November 2025.

EZI

10.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Hertz

1 location

Thrifty

7.0
Good
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

7.0

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 29 November 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 $1,574 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 Compact to save money on your trip to $0. Our users have found prices for Compact car hire in December to be on average $85 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 29 November 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Taupo. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($48+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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