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Cheap Car Hire in New Plymouth

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Cheapflights insights for New Plymouth car hires

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How far in advance should I hire a car in New Plymouth?

Book your car hire in New Plymouth 84 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around £19/day on average when booked 84 days ahead, which saves you 67% off the average price.

What is the best car rental company in New Plymouth?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in New Plymouth is Budget (rated 10.0/10 with 2 reviews). EZI (rated 8.9/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in New Plymouth?

The cheapest month to hire a car in New Plymouth is June, when you can expect to pay £29/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in New Plymouth is March (£52/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

£48

February

£51

March

£52

April

£48

May

£31

June

£29

July

£40

August

£34

September

£34

October

£45

November

£45

December

£51

What car do most people hire in New Plymouth?

SUV cars (Hyundai Santa Fe, for example) are the most popular in New Plymouth. Full-size (Skoda Kodiaq) and Compact (Hyundai i30) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting New Plymouth.

Which car hire company has the most locations in New Plymouth?

Both Avis and Budget have 2 locations in New Plymouth, more than any other car hire company in the area.

Top hire 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 8 July 2025.
Have a look at the top car hire agencies available in New Plymouth, including Budget, EZI and Thrifty. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.

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

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in New Plymouth, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 8 July 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in New Plymouth for a week from Budget?

    From Budget you can hire a car in New Plymouth from about £275 per week on average.

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

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

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