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Cheap Car Rentals in New Plymouth from $117

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 New Plymouth with a pick-up date of 2/1 and drop-off date of 5/1. 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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New Plymouth car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in New Plymouth. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 December 2024.

Most popular company

AVIS

Price of petrol per litre

$2.88

Average price per day

$132

Cheapest price per day

$117

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in New Plymouth?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in New Plymouth and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 15 December 2024.

January

$109

February

$107

March

$143

April

$136

May

$112

June

$121

July

$100

August

$81

September

$84

October

$105

November

$104

December

$116

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in New Plymouth is August. The most expensive time to rent a car is March. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in New Plymouth

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in New Plymouth and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 15 December 2024.

There are 12 hire agencies servicing New Plymouth. These agencies, altogether, have 14 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? SUV is the cheapest car type to hire in New Plymouth with prices from $117 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 2 car types you can hire in New Plymouth:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

SUV

SUV

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Commercial

Commercial

Compare available car types for rental in New Plymouth

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in New Plymouth to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 December 2024.

Small cars

$85 - $222

All Car Types

$109 - $238

To hire a small car in New Plymouth, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of $156/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a small car in New Plymouth, New Zealand (~$85/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$222/day). In fact, August is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for New Plymouth. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New Plymouth, hiring a small car saves you 5% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best New Plymouth small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in New Plymouth, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of $155/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in New Plymouth, New Zealand (~$102/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$261/day). In fact, May is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for New Plymouth. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New Plymouth, hiring a medium car saves you 5% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a large car in New Plymouth, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of $180/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a large car in New Plymouth, New Zealand (~$95/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$287/day). In fact, August is about 48% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for New Plymouth. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New Plymouth, hiring a large car is 10% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in New Plymouth, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of $144/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in New Plymouth, New Zealand (~$76/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$204/day). In fact, August is about 48% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for New Plymouth. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New Plymouth, hiring a SUV saves you 12% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best New Plymouth SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in New Plymouth, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of $195/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a van in New Plymouth, New Zealand (~$142/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$348/day). In fact, February is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for New Plymouth. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New Plymouth, hiring a van is 17% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a pickup truck in New Plymouth, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of $139/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in New Plymouth, New Zealand (~$112/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~$321/day). In fact, July is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck hire for New Plymouth. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New Plymouth, hiring a pickup truck saves you 15% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Suzuki Swift$120/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Mercedes-Benz EQA$145/day
4
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz EQA

Top rental agencies in New Plymouth

Explore the leading car hire agencies in New Plymouth known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in New Plymouth. Reviews were last updated on 15 December 2024.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the New Plymouth area such as Budget, EZI and Thrifty. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Budget

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.0

EZI

1 location

Thrifty

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Europcar

1 location

Avis

2 locations

Apollo Car Rentals

1 location

Firefly

1 location

Hertz

1 location

Best New Plymouth car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in New Plymouth. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in New Plymouth with an average daily rate of $155. Data was last updated on 15 December 2024.
These are the best deals we've found on rentals cars in New Plymouth. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Nissan X-Trail$117/day
5
M
A/C
Nissan X-Trail
Holden Barina$120/day
2
M
A/C
Holden Barina
Toyota RAV4$131/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota RAV4

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in New Plymouth, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in New Plymouth?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $132/day when booking a car hire in New Plymouth. The absolute best deal a user found was for $104/day from EZI, booked on Dec. 8.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in New Plymouth?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in New Plymouth from the following companies over the past two weeks: EZI ($131/day), Budget ($145/day), and Avis ($170/day).

  • What are petrol prices like in New Plymouth?

    The average price of petrol in New Plymouth is $2.88/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $129 and $187 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in New Plymouth for a week from Avis?

    From Avis you can hire a car in New Plymouth from about $896 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in New Plymouth for the best price?

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 82% on your car hire. For a below average price in New Plymouth, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 84 days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in New Plymouth?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in New Plymouth for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in New Plymouth for a month?

    Our recent data shows that EZI can potentially be 41% below the average car hire price in New Plymouth. Check prices and availability for EZI and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in New Plymouth is on average $3,841 a month or $128 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your New Plymouth car hire.

  • How much is a car hire in New Plymouth for a weekend?

    Car hire prices in New Plymouth 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 SUV to save money on your trip to $0. Our users have found prices for SUV car hire in January to be on average $137 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in New Plymouth?

    The most popular car to hire while in New Plymouth is the Mitsubishi ASX, which is a Compact vehicle.

Car rentals by fuel type in New Plymouth

Browse car rentals by fuel type in New Plymouth. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in New Plymouth. Deals were last updated on 15 December 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in New Plymouth. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($69+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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