Napier car rentals from $27/day

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Cheap car rentals in Napier

Suzuki Swift car
Suzuki Swift
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
$27/day
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Class Compact Crossover car
Class Compact Crossover
or similar Small
4
2
2/4
$28/day
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Mazda Mazda3 car
Mazda Mazda3
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
$37/day
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Toyota RAV4 car
Toyota RAV4
or similar SUV
2
2
4-5
$48/day
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Mitsubishi Montero car
Mitsubishi Montero
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
$41/day
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Mitsubishi Outlander car
Mitsubishi Outlander
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$33/day
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Class Special Car car
Class Special Car
or similar Category
5
5
2/4
$34/day
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Mitsubishi ASX car
Mitsubishi ASX
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
$38/day
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Nissan X-Trail car
Nissan X-Trail
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$44/day
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Napier car rentals

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to rent a car in Napier with confidence.

How far in advance should you book a rental car in Napier?

You should book your rental car in Napier around 79 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the cheapest car rental company in Napier?

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Europcar ($27.66/day), Apex ($33.75/day) and Hertz ($39.28/day). The cheapest rental car price was found at Europcar, Terminal Building (2.6 mi from city center).

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Napier?

The cheapest month to rent a car in Napier is June at an average cost of $38/day. December is the most expensive month to rent a car in Napier when prices are $67/day on average, which tends to be 36% above the yearly average rental price for Napier.

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Napier car rental price comparison by vehicle type

Find the right rental car in Napier by comparing prices across vehicle types.

Small cars

$32 - $57

All Car Types

$59 - $73

How much does it cost to rent a small car in Napier?

How much does it cost to rent a medium car in Napier?

How much does it cost to rent a large car in Napier?

How much does it cost to rent an SUV in Napier?

How much does it cost to rent a van in Napier?

How much does it cost to rent a pickup truck in Napier?

Small car rentals in Napier typically cost around $40 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average $32 per day which is about 20% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 40% cheaper than the average rental in Napier, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers.

Medium car rentals in Napier typically cost around $53 per day. The best time to book is June, when prices average $32 per day which is about 40% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 20% cheaper than the average rental in Napier, offering a good balance of space and value.

Large car rentals in Napier typically cost around $91 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average $66 per day which is about 28% less than the yearly average. Large cars are typically 28% more expensive than the average rental in Napier, but offers more comfort for longer trips.

SUV rentals in Napier typically cost around $57 per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average $46 per day which is about 20% less than the yearly average. SUVs can be 14% cheaper than the average rental in Napier, providing extra space and capability for groups or road trips at a reasonable price.

Van rentals in Napier typically cost around $101 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average $79 per day which is about 22% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 35% more expensive than the average rental in Napier, but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.

Pickup truck rentals in Napier typically cost around $100 per day. The best time to book is December, when prices average $73 per day which is about 27% less than the yearly average. Pickup trucks are typically 34% more expensive than the average rental in Napier, ideal for hauling gear or outdoor adventures.

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Most popular car type

Average price

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Budget
Medium
$45/day
$40/day

KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Napier

  • Napier is a seaport city on Hawke’s Bay with a sister city, Hastings, that sits around 18 km to the south. You have a lot of ground to cover to truly appreciate the Hawke’s Bay area, making car hire in Napier an excellent way to ensure you make the most of your time in the region. Indeed, the whole North Island is a road-tripper’s paradise, with coastal towns like New Plymouth and Gisborne, the lake-side Rotorua and so much more to explore.
  • Hawke’s Bay Airport (NPE) is a single-terminal airport servicing the Hawke’s Bay region. You will find a range of companies offering car hire in Napier within the airport precinct, with most staffing kiosks in the arrivals hall of the terminal building. If you know what type of vehicle you want, it’s worth pre-booking through KAYAK, as this gives you a better chance of getting the car you’re after. You’ll usually get a better deal and save yourself a bit of time in the process.
  • The town of Napier was levelled by an earthquake in 1931. Since it had to be completely rebuilt, the whole town was designed in the Art Deco style that was popular at the time. This makes every building in Napier an attraction, so when driving in the CBD, you should expect to encounter a lot of pedestrians taking in the architecture. You may also find vintage cars moving at a slow speed around town. For this reason, it’s important to be extra vigilant and make sure you always give way to pedestrians.
  • New Zealand is known for having a lot of one-way bridges, particularly out in the countryside. When you encounter one, it’s important to slow down and look for a sign indicating which direction of traffic needs to give way first. If you need to give way, there should be a stopping zone where you can wait until any oncoming traffic clears. Once all the traffic has cleared from the bridge and you can see no oncoming vehicles approaching, you’re safe to cross.
  • The legal blood alcohol limit for driving in Napier is 50 mg of alcohol per 100 ml of blood (0.05%). If you are caught driving with a blood alcohol level over this limit, you could face a fine, loss of licence or even imprisonment. It's important to note that drinking and driving is a serious offence in New Zealand, and is not tolerated. Instead, it is recommended to designate a sober driver or use alternative transportation.
  • In Napier, the child car seat safety rules are consistent with the rest of New Zealand. Children under the age of seven are legally required to be secured in an approved child restraint appropriate for their age and size. Children aged four to seven years must be secured in an approved child restraint, such as a booster seat, unless they are taller than 148 cm. Infants must be in a rear-facing child restraint until they are at least six months old or until they exceed the weight limit of the rear-facing restraint. Children aged between six months and four years must be in a child restraint that meets New Zealand standards. If you're aiming for cheap car hire in Napier, consider booking any required seats in advance.
  • For Napier car hire, you must be over the age of 21 and have a valid driver's licence. If you are under 25, some car hire companies may charge a young driver fee. You will also need to provide a valid credit or debit card in your name for the hire deposit, which will be refunded upon the return of the vehicle in good condition. It is recommended to have car hire insurance in case of any accidents or damages to the vehicle, but you can arrange this with the hire company as well. You should also make sure to read and understand the hire agreement before signing it, including any additional fees or restrictions on the hire, such as mileage limits or restrictions on driving in certain areas.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Napier for $40 or less
  • Medium rental cars in Napier are around 26% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Napier

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Napier?

    If you’re looking for cheap car hire in Napier, you’re in luck, because an economical compact car is all you need to see the local sights and enjoy short road trips to close by towns, like Gisborne (approximately 214 km away), or longer trips, like the winding Pacific Highway route to Auckland (approximately 695 km away). If you’re travelling in a large group, bringing a lot of gear with you or simply enjoy having a lot of space, an SUV or minivan will provide the extra legroom and storage space you’re looking for.

  • What’s the speed limit in Napier?

    When you’re within the city limits of Napier or nearby Hastings, New Zealand’s urban speed limit of 50 km/h will apply, unless otherwise signed. Once you venture out to the more rural areas, such as State Highway 5 taking you from Napier to Rotorua, the speed limit is generally 100 km/h. Of course, wherever you are, it’s important to look out for speed signs, as New Zealand has plenty of winding roads and other features that necessitate lower speeds.

  • Where are the best places to park in Napier?

    It’s important to pay attention to signage when parking in Napier, as there is often a fee, a time limit or both, particularly in the CBD. In the centre of Napier, you will find 10min, 30min, 120min and 180min parking spaces that are timed but free of charge. There is an all-day parking area on Marine Parade, near Faulkner Lane, which charges about NZ$ 1 (approximately A$ 0.90) per hour. Many of the central streets between Browning Street and Station Street have 120min limits at roughly NZ$ 1 (approximately A$ 0.90) per hour.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Napier?

    On average a rental car in Napier costs $45 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in Napier found in the last 2 weeks is $35.

  • Can I rent an automatic car in Napier?

    Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Napier. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.

  • Which car rental companies are at Hawkes Bay airport (NPE)?

    Car rental companies onsite at Hawkes Bay airport include Budget, Europcar, Cross Country Rentals, EZI, Avis and Routes Car & Truck Rentals.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Hawkes Bay airport (NPE)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Hawkes Bay airport to off-airport locations include Budget, Europcar, and Avis.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in Napier?

    Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

  • How much does a Medium car rental cost in Napier?

    A Medium car rental in Napier costs $40 per day, on average.

  • What is the most popular rental car location in Napier?

    In Napier, cars are most frequently rented at Hertz 111 Main North Rd (3 miles from city center).

  • Should I get insurance when renting a car in Napier?

    Most car rental providers in Napier offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Napier, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.

  • How many car agencies are operating in Napier?

    KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 15 car rental agencies in Napier.

  • What do I need to know before booking a car rental in Napier?

    Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).

  • Why should I use KAYAK to rent a car in Napier?

    KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Napier so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

  • How can I hire an electric car hire in Napier?

    There are several electric options for cheap car hire in Napier, including Hertz and Avis. With electric car charging stations all around Napier, New Zealand, it's easy to find a place to charge your hire car and explore the city in an environmentally friendly way.

  • How can I hire a Napier car for a one-way trip?

    Several car hire companies offer their customers the option to hire a car in Napier for a one-way trip. These companies include Avis, Europcar, Budget, Hertz and Thrifty. When booking your hire car, make sure to choose the one-way option and specify your desired pick-up and drop-off locations.

Napier car rental reviews and directory

 
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Apex

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Napier

Locations in Napier

111 Main North Road, Napier

+64 6 835 5410

Monday08:30 - 16:59
Tuesday08:30 - 16:59
Wednesday08:30 - 16:59
Thursday08:30 - 16:59
Friday08:30 - 16:59
Saturday08:30 - 16:59
Sunday08:30 - 16:59

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Mar 2025

Compact SUV

KAYAK
I had several questions and the Apex staff was always very helpful. I will rent from Apex again.

1 out of 1

Europcar

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Napier

Locations in Napier

Terminal Building

+64 6 835 8818

Opening times not available

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sep 2025

Economy

KAYAK
Great experience comfortable to ride comfortable to drive, thank you 🤩

1 out of 1

Hertz

8.0

Very good

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

9.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.2

Value for money

7.6

One location in Napier

Locations in Napier

111 Main North Rd

+64 6 835 6169

Monday07:30 - 21:30
Tuesday07:30 - 21:30
Wednesday07:30 - 21:30
Thursday07:30 - 21:30
Friday07:30 - 21:30
Saturday08:00 - 17:30
Sunday09:00 - 21:30

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8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Dec 2025

Compact SUV

KAYAK
Hertz was good, but when I booked my car through Kayak, the vehicle that was booked didn't get relayed to Hertz. This is two reservations in a row where I booked a Compact SUV and the Hertz dealer received a request for a compact car.

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Nov 2025

Compact SUV

KAYAK
Hertz was good, but the car I reserved on Kayak was not the car that Kayak Booked with Hertz. Thankfully the Hertz representative fixed it.

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Economy

KAYAK
The windscreen was unclean and therefore became very murky when It was raining or drizzling and cool as it was. That meant that I was having great difficulty reading road signs at endless roundabouts in the Havelock North/ Hastings/ Napier area. Even directing heat at the windscreen didn't work because it had this grubby film. The region was new to me so I didn't know well where I was going. Perhaps I should have had my GPS system operating but haven't had to do that before in the countryside. 2. I knew that I should fill the petrol tank prior to the dropoff but haven't yet seen a service station en route from Napier to the Airport. I'm sure that others have the same problem. 3. Signage at the Dropoff area is woefully inadequate. The whole area is really oneway driving so if one passes the entry then it's difficult to return. The signage needs to be repositioned overhead directly in front; not a small sign at the side. Remember that there are several rental companies. I'm sorry but I have to say that it's the worst rental experience I've ever had. I'll be quite pissed off if I find that the additional $200 plus charged on my Credit card unexpectedly at the Airport on pickup has been docked for the cost of an attendant having to top up the petrol tank. The attendant at the kiosk should advise customers as to the availability of service stations nearby.

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Feb 2024

Compact SUV

KAYAK
Good service

1 out of 2

Avis

9.5

Wonderful

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.3

Value for money

9.0

One location in Napier

Locations in Napier

Terminal Building

Monday07:00 - 20:30
Tuesday07:00 - 20:30
Wednesday07:00 - 20:30
Thursday07:00 - 20:30
Friday07:00 - 20:30
Saturday07:30 - 17:30
Sunday07:00 - 20:30

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EZI

9.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

9.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.7

Value for money

8.8

One location in Napier

Locations in Napier

Rental Car Kiosk, 111 Main North Road

Monday08:00 - 20:45
Tuesday08:00 - 20:45
Wednesday08:00 - 20:45
Thursday08:00 - 20:45
Friday08:00 - 20:45
Saturday08:00 - 18:00
Sunday08:00 - 20:45

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Thrifty

8.2

Very good

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.1

Value for money

8.0

2 locations in Napier

Locations in Napier

111 Main North Rd

+64 800 737 070

Monday07:30 - 21:30
Tuesday07:30 - 21:30
Wednesday07:30 - 21:30
Thursday07:30 - 21:30
Friday07:30 - 21:30
Saturday08:00 - 17:30
Sunday09:00 - 21:30

Napier Ap

+64 6 835 8820

Monday07:30 - 17:00
Tuesday07:30 - 17:00
Wednesday07:30 - 17:00
Thursday07:30 - 17:00
Friday07:30 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 14:00
Sunday08:00 - 14:00

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keddy by Europcar

8.0

Very good

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.0

Value for money

9.0

One location in Napier

Locations in Napier

Terminal Building

+64 6835 8818

Opening times not available

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No reviews available

Routes Car & Truck Rentals

4.0

Mediocre

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

3.0

Value for money

8.0

2 locations in Napier

from$60/day

Locations in Napier

Terminal Building, Napier New Zealand

+64 6 835 8818

Opening times not available

Terminal Building

+64 6 835 8818

Monday08:00 - 16:30
Tuesday08:00 - 16:30
Wednesday08:00 - 16:30
Thursday08:00 - 16:30
Friday08:00 - 16:30
Saturday08:00 - 16:30
Sunday08:00 - 16:30

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Apollo Car Rentals

No score available yet

3 locations in Napier

Locations in Napier

32 Corunna Bay

Opening times not available

Napier Hastings Office

Opening times not available

Napier Hawkes Bay Airport

Opening times not available

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No reviews available

Budget

No score available yet

One location in Napier

from$41/day

Locations in Napier

Domestic Terminal

Monday07:00 - 20:30
Tuesday07:00 - 20:30
Wednesday07:00 - 20:30
Thursday07:00 - 20:30
Friday07:00 - 20:30
Saturday07:30 - 17:30
Sunday07:00 - 20:30

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Cross Country Rentals

No score available yet

One location in Napier

from$37/day

Locations in Napier

26 Severn Street, Pandora, Napier

+64 800 777 994

Opening times not available

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Firefly

No score available yet

One location in Napier

Locations in Napier

Hawke's Bay Airport

Opening times not available

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No reviews available

Moto Car Rental

No score available yet

One location in Napier

Locations in Napier

Rental Car Kiosk, Terminal Building 111 Main North Road Hawkes Bay Airport, Napier 4110

+64 800 656 564

Opening times not available

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Shouqi

No score available yet

One location in Napier

Locations in Napier

Terminal Building

+86 10 6064 1387

Opening times not available

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No reviews available

Sunnycars

No score available yet

One location in Napier

Locations in Napier

111 Main North Rd

Opening times not available

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10 travelers who rented a car in Napier gave the car agency they used an average rating of 8.7

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Pick-up locationNapier
Car typesSmall, SUV, Medium
Rental locations19
Airport locations17
Popular agenciesEuropcar, Budget, Hertz, Apex, Avis