Auckland City Car Rental
Hours & Services
| Sunday | 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM |
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| Monday | 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM |
| Thursday | 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM |
| Friday | 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM |
| Saturday | 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM |
Hiring a Car from Auckland City
Meet the car, minivan and ute fleet
- Small Car Hire
- SUV Hire
- Enterprise Car Club
- Van Hire
Car accessories for comfort
Family Car Rentals
Travel in comfort with the whole Whānau
Book spacious, comfortable vehicles for your next family road trip across the North Island. Whether you're exploring Auckland's city streets or heading off the beaten track, our roomy SUVs with 5-7 seats and 9–10 seater minivans offer space for the little ones, the big kids, and even a few cousins.
Our family-friendly rentals are equipped with modern features to keep everyone comfy and entertained. Add baby, child, or booster seats with clear installation guides for safe, stress-free journeys from the moment you leave the car park.
Booking is easy! Just enter your itinerary, choose your ideal vehicle, and select your extras. Every vehicle is cleaned, maintained and safety-checked before pickup, so you can enjoy premium peace of mind, wherever your family holiday takes you.
Winter Ski Car Hires
Snow-ready and road-ready
Leave the busy streets of Auckland city behind and carve out some time for the snow line. With Whakapapa and Turoa ski fields at Mt Ruapehu within a 5-hour drive from our Auckland city branch, you can head out on a winter road trip with all the gear you need.
Chase the winter adventure with a perfect hire car for icy roads. From a 4WD SUV (Mitsubishi Pajero Sport or similar) to an AWD Hybrid SUV (Toyota Rav4 or similar), you can handle the sealed mountain roads on the North Island. Add our snow chains and ski racks to your ski car hire booking, and it's all downhill from here (in a good way).
Booking is easier than clipping into your skis with gloves on. Simply enter your winter itinerary details, select your reliable car for mountain roads and add on ski racks and snow chains. With unlimited kilometres included and additional drivers for $5 plus GST per day, you can slip into adventure right from the Auckland CBD.
Business Car Rentals
Driven by experience, ready for business
With over 50 years of global know-how and 9,500+ locations worldwide, Enterprise Rent-A-Car brings experience that works for your business in the Central Business District of Auckland.
Whether you're a local Kiwi start-up, corporate traveller or tradie needing regular utility vehicles, our business car rentals are designed to be bespoke, flexible and easier than remembering your Zoom password.
Simply fill out our business rental car form to access benefits that work for you:
- Great savings with exclusive business rates
- A dedicated Account Manager to support your needs
- No membership or extra driver fees
- No cancellation fees — ever
- 24/7 Roadside Assistance included
- Customised billing to match your workflow
- Unlimited kilometres to get you to any business meeting
- Flexible short- and long-term options with no minimum rental period
It’s all about making your business travel seamless, so you can focus on what matters most.
Premium Drives Start with Enterprise
Plenty of companies talk about their customer service commitments. At Enterprise, we've followed through by creating our Standard of Care.
Our Standard of Care ensures our customers are at the forefront of everything we do through the 5 pillars:
- Complete Clean Pledge® to save you valuable time.
- Low Touch Transactions for a smooth booking process.
- Exceptional Customer Service with a friendly local team.
- Vehicle Maintenance and Safety for peace of mind on the road.
- Visual Inspection of Every Vehicle with your comfort in mind.
As the world's largest car rental provider, Enterprise Rent-A-Car is a step ahead of the competition. Our experience in the car rental industry, dating back to 1957, means we have a level of expertise you can’t find anywhere else. With a local Kiwi team steering our New Zealand branch, every car hire is easy, seamless and feels like an upgrade.
Putting you in the driver's seat in Auckland
Popular Events in Auckland
As the largest city in New Zealand, Auckland hosts a variety of events all year round. From stadium concerts for world-famous artists to International tournaments like the Rugby World Cup 2011 and the ICC Cricket World Cup 2015, Auckland is an exciting city for events all year round. Check out the following annual events on your next trip:
Matariki Festival, Māori New Year: Held around May or June each year, this culturally significant event celebrates the rising of the Matariki star cluster with light shows, performances and markets.
Auckland Lantern Festival: The largest annual event, attracting over 200,000 visitors annually, this Chinese New Year event is not one to be missed. In February, you can marvel at 500 handmade lanterns, live performances and firework shows.
Round the Bays: New Zealand's largest fun run is held around March every year and is open to all ages. Families, friends and seniors get involved to run, jog or walk the 8.4km scenic trail.
Round-the-World Sailing Race: With a reputation as the "City of Sails", Auckland is a prominent stop for World sailing races. Some events feature festivals in the Viaduct Harbour, allowing spectators to see the yachts and crew up close.
Auckland New Year's Eve Festival: Often hailed as the first major city in the world to welcome in the New Year, Auckland comes alive every New Year’s Eve. Many visitors flock to Auckland after seeing the celebrations on news broadcasts across the world. With an iconic firework display lighting up the city skyline and the Sky Tower, and incredibly fun street parties, festivals and live performances, it's a New Year's Eve to remember.
What do I need to know before driving in Auckland?
Driving in Auckland city centre may seem daunting if it's your first time. Rest assured that the majority of New Zealand roads are well-maintained and safe to drive. Here's what you should know before hiring a car and driving in Auckland:
Drive on the left-hand side.
Plan extra time for peak hours due to traffic and congestion.
Follow the speed limit - the city centre is 50km/h (unless otherwise signposted) and highways are 100km/h.
Seat belts are mandatory.
Only hands-free mobile phones are allowed.
The alcohol limit is 0.05% for drivers over 20.
- Rural roads may be narrow, windy or hilly.
- Parking is often paid for in the city centre, and on-street parking can be limited.
Directions to Auckland City Location
Our Auckland City branch is conveniently located on Beach Road in the heart of downtown Auckland. We are just a short walk from both The Strand and Waitematā stations, or opposite a handy bus stop.
From Auckland Strand Station:
We are only a 9-minute walk from Auckland Strand Station. Exit the station onto The Strand and turn right, walk 450 meters to Parnell Rise. Within 90 meters, the road curves to the right and merges into Beach Road. You will see our Enterprise location on the left-hand side of the street at number 165.
From Waitematā (Britomart) Train Station:
At just a 14-minute walk from Waitematā Station, our Auckland City branch is ideal for anyone who has just arrived in the city. Exit Waitematā Station on Galway Street and turn left. Walk 470 meters and turn right on Britomart Street, then immediately left on Beach Road. Walk 700m and you will see our green Enterprise Rent-A-Car sign on the right-hand side of the street.
Bus:
Opposite our 165 Beach Road location is the Churchill Street bus stop. You can catch the handy InnerLink (INN) bus route, which is a circular line around Auckland’s City Centre. You can catch the INN bus route from locations such as Victoria Park Market, Waitematā (Britomart) Train Station and Newmarket.
If at any point you have trouble locating us, please don't hesitate to call +64 9 870 3330 for assistance.
Rental Policies
Each additional driver will incur an additional driver fee of $5 NZD plus GST per day, capped at a max of 5 days. Additional drivers must be present at pick up and provide their driver's license. Additional drivers must meet all age and driver's license requirements.
Minimum driver age is 21 years old. There is no maximum age, however drivers under 25 years old will only be able to reduce their damage liability to 340.00 NZD (excluding GST).
A young driver surcharge of 13.00 NZD per day, which excludes GST, applies to all Drivers aged between 21-24 years old.
Drivers between 21-24 years of age are restricted to vehicle classes Economy, Compact, Intermediate, and Standard only.
All drivers must have held their license for a minimum of one year. If any driver is on a probationary license there is an additional Probationary License Fee of 20.00 NZD per day, which excludes GST.
Vehicles cannot be driven in any other country. Ferry crossings with the vehicle are permitted. Customers are required to inform the rental branch about any cross-border travel at least 3 days in advance. Unauthorized cross-border travel will result in a breach of contract and incur a penalty charge. Parts of New Zealand are not suitable for access by rental vehicles. If the renter takes the Vehicle to any of the following areas, their Liability for any loss or damage may increase and any optional protection product selected such as Loss or Collision Damage Waiver will be voided: Ball Hutt Road (Mt Cook), Skippers Road (Queenstown), Ninety Mile Beach (Northland), Te Paki Stream Bed, the road to Macetown in the Queenstown Area, the coast road to Russell (Northland), or any unformed road, track, or thoroughfare, including beaches and gravel roads that are not officially designated a road.
Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) is an optional coverage that reduces the applicable excess/deductible amount in case of damage to and/or theft of the vehicle. If CDW is not included in the reservation, it is available for purchase.
The excess/deductible can be reduced to 900 NZD (GST inclusive) for the car categories Economy, Compact, Intermediate, Standard, and Full Size. For any SUVs, Pick-ups, Vans, and any Premium vehicles, the deductible is reduced to 1100 NZD (GST inclusive). All electric vehicles have a reduced excess/deductible of 1300 NZD (GST inclusive). The excess/deductible will be charged every time a vehicle is damaged, lost, not returned, or stolen.
Before purchasing CDW it is advised to determine if personal coverage is adequate to cover damage, theft, loss of revenue, administration fees, diminishment of value, and any towing, storage, or impound fees. If CDW is declined, the renter will be required to pay these charges up to the deductible amount and seek compensation through their carrier of personal coverage. CDW is not insurance.
One way drop fees apply for all valid one-way rentals in New Zealand.
In the event that the renter returns the vehicle to a location that differs from the one noted on the original rental agreement, then Alamo Rent-a-Car NZ reserves the right to charge a relocation fee based on the KM distance table below.
From 01 KMS - To 50 KMS - Charges excluding GST NZD 46.00
From 51 KMS - To 250 KMS - Charges excluding GST NZD 287.50
From 251 KMS - To 500 KMS - Charges excluding GST NZD 575.00
From 501 KMS - To 750 KMS - Charges excluding GST NZD 920.00
From 751 KMS+ - Charges excluding GST NZD 1,500.00 (max charge)
The car will be supplied with a full tank of fuel. Customers must return the car with a full tank or refueling charges at the listed rate plus a 12.5% fee will apply.
A valid credit card or debit card must be provided for all rentals. For payments we accept all major credit cards, debit cards and cash and for deposits we only accept all major credit cards, we do not accept debit cards or not cash. Charges for options and coverage must be settled at the commencement of the rental together with a deposit (bond). The credit card holder is listed as the hirer and must be present at the time of rental commencement. The credit card deposit by way of authorization is NZD 200.00.
A credit card fee of 2.5% applies and is applicable to all rental charges excluding the deposit bond; including any optional items purchased and damage liability charges. There is no refund of credit card surcharges.
Union Pay Cards:
Unfortunately, the rental location cannot accept a card branded only by Union Pay. The rental location accepts Visa and MasterCard with Union Pay logo on the card.
All drivers must present a fully valid driving license. Electronic or digital driving licenses are accepted as long as through the government app. All drivers must have held their license for at least 12 months. In addition, all renters must present a valid photo ID such as a passport or government-issued photo ID. A valid debit or credit card in the renter's name must be presented upon collection of the vehicle. If the driving license is written in a language and characters different from those of the country of rental, an International Driving Permit or a NZTA-approved English translation is also required. Renters are advised to check whether local authorities require foreign drivers to present an International Driving Permit to avoid the risk of potential fines. Renters with licenses from countries who are not part of the International Driving Permit Agreement should carry a certified translation. Customers can drive in the country of rental using their driving license from their country of origin for up to 12 months. If staying in the country longer, customers are required to convert to a NZ Driver’s License. Renters of the local area must provide proof of residence by presenting a recent utility bill, phone bill, or credit card bill.
In New Zealand there is no need for third party compulsory insurance (CTP) as there is a form of insurance scheme managed by the Accident Compensation Corporation (AA) which covers injuries caused by car accidents via a fund by levy that is paid as part of the motor vehicle registration fees. This scheme provides no fault cover, meaning that any person injured as a result of an accident is covered. This cover does not include property or damage to other vehicles. There is no fixed coverage limit per policy.
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Auckland City Car Rental FAQs
To rent a car in New Zealand with Enterprise Rent-A-Car, we have the following requirements:
- Be a minimum of 21 years of age.
- Provide a full, valid driver’s licence that you have held for a minimum of 12 months. An overseas or international driver’s licence must be in English or be supplied with an official NZTA-approved English translation.
- A valid credit or debit card in the hirer's name must be presented at pick-up. Cash is not accepted for any payments or bonds.
We have a wide range of premium vehicles available across the North and South Islands:
- Compact car hire for zippy city driving
- Economy cars for day trips
- Full-size sedans for more legroom
- 2WD SUVs for family car rentals
- 4WD SUVs for adventurers
- Hybrid car hires for fuel savings
- Minivans for group trips
- Ute hires for moving, tradies or business rentals
Stuck on what to hire? Save money and pick a mystery car rental, and let us choose for you.
With a standard of care pledge on all vehicles, our premium fleet is cleaned and well-maintained to provide you with a quality level of comfort.
Renting a car in New Zealand is worth it to experience the country’s natural beauty and hidden gems. While public transport and tour groups are available, they often miss the most scenic, rural destinations and lock you into a fixed schedule.
With a rental car, you're in control. Take the scenic route, stop at every breathtaking lookout and discover charming rural towns at your own pace. Whether you’re chasing waterfalls, adrenaline-fueled adventures or narrow coastal roads, a car hire gives you the freedom to explore New Zealand like a Kiwi local.
We accept all major debit cards except for Maestro, Electron, Solo and pre-paid cards. To rent our 4x4s and premium vehicles, we require a credit card. All cards must have the main driver's name on them.
Our prices may vary because car rental prices are based on various factors such as vehicle size, seasonality, length of rental, vehicle make, availability and location. Customers are advised to start the booking process to determine the exact price.
You can modify or cancel your reservation via our website. If you prepaid your booking and you cancel 3 days or more before your specified pick-up time, you will receive a full refund of the total amount. You can also call your rental branch to extend your reservation.
Yes, we can easily add an additional driver to your rental agreement for $5 per day per driver (capped at 6 days). The additional drivers must:
- Be 21 years of age or older.
- Present a full, valid driver’s licence in person at the rental counter. The licence must have been held for a minimum of 12 months. Any overseas or international driver's licences must be in English or have a NZTA-approved English translation.
In New Zealand, you do need insurance to hire a car, but you don’t need to organise it yourself. It’s compulsory for rental companies to provide insurance as part of their rental package. With Enterprise Rent-A-Car, all vehicles come with standard coverage for collision damage, so you are covered. The excess liability for this coverage depends on the vehicle (between $2,875 and $3,450 NZD), and you can reduce your excess for a fee per day.
Yes, you can hire a car with an international driver’s licence. Enterprise Rent-A-Car has a few requirements for international drivers:
- Age Requirement: You must be at least 21 years of age.
- Licence Type: Valid, full and unrestricted licence.
- Language: Your licence must be in English or have a NZTA-approved English translation.
- 12-Month Rule: You must have held your licence for 12 years in order to hire a car.
Yes, we offer both short-term and long-term business car rental packages for a wide range of industries.
Our business model gives you access to a dedicated account manager, customised billing and great savings with business rates. With no membership fees, no extra driver fees and no cancellation fees, it’s a cost-saving benefit for all types of businesses.
Whether you’re a trade business in need of ute hires or you’re planning a corporate business trip, all of our vehicles come with 24-hour roadside assistance and unlimited kms for the ultimate convenience. Get in touch with our team for a personalised business car rental package for you.