Car hire in Taupo, Waikato

When hiring a car, you can expect to find that a majority of the rental car agencies in Taupo do not have a cancellation fee. Keep in mind that momondo does not set these cancellation policies, but we can help you find great deals on car hire in Taupo. Be sure to look for the Cancellation Policy when you conduct your search.

When travelling to Taupo during the month of August, we recommend hiring an Economy car in order to be best prepared for the weather and road conditions. An Economy car can handle both the wet and dry road conditions that are often seen in Taupo during August, when temperatures are around 10 °C and precipitation is 90 mm on average. Hiring a Economy in Taupo will cost you £42/day on average.

Travellers who hire a car in Taupo should be aware that the city’s speed limit is 35 mph. Suburban speed limits around Taupo are generally 65 mph, whereas speed limits on motorways are 70 mph. Keep in mind that speeds may change depending on what road you’re travelling on, so be on the lookout for posted signage.

EZI has the Toyota RAV4 (and other similar SUV vehicles) for hire in Taupo. You can expect to hire the Toyota RAV4 in Taupo from EZI for £37/day on average.

Those looking for a hire car in Taupo during the month of July should expect temperatures to be around 7 °C and should expect around 100 mm of precipitation. This information can be helpful when choosing which car you’d like to rent.

If you’re looking for a Taupo hire car for a road trip to the surrounding areas during the month of July it’s important to know that the rest of Waikato typically has a temperature of 8 °C and will usually expect 110 mm of precipitation.

Prices for cars in Taupo are refreshed on a daily basis.

The number of operators available for cars in Taupo is 10 as of July 2025.

Among different countries, including Taupo, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the rental company you're considering before booking.

To rent a car in Taupo, all drivers must have a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We recommend that you verify with the specific rental company you're booking with.