Car hires in Taupo, Waikato

Most people will hire an Economy car when travelling to Taupo during the month of March. Good fuel efficiency and an ability to handle wet road conditions make the Economy car a go-to choice when precipitation averages 90 mm and temperatures hover around 13 °C. Hiring a Economy in Taupo will cost you $123/day on average.

50 km/h is the city speed limit for Taupo, which also applies to surrounding towns and other urban centres. The suburban speed limit and the speed limit for motorways around Taupo are 100 km/h and 110 km/h, respectively. If you hire a car in Taupo, be aware that these speed limits may be strictly enforced.

Hertz has Mitsubishi ASX hire available in Taupo for $318/day on average. Availability for the Mitsubishi ASX hire in Taupo may vary, so try not to schedule your car hire last-minute.

Those looking for a hire car in Taupo during the month of February should expect temperatures to be around 18 °C and should expect around 90 mm of precipitation. This information can be helpful when choosing which car you’d like to rent.

The climate in Waikato during February is usually 18 °C with an expected 85 mm of precipitation throughout the month. Those looking to hire a car and leave from Taupo on a road trip to the surrounding area should take note of this information.

Prices for cars in Taupo refresh daily.

There are 10 operators available for cars in Taupo as of February 2025.

Age requirements for drivers vary depending on the country, including Taupo. In several EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. Generally, to hire a car overseas, you must be at least 21 years old, and if you're under 25, you may be charged a young driver surcharge. It's recommended that you review the policy of your preferred hire company before booking.

When hiring a car in Taupo, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of rental and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are hiring abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual hire company you are booking with.