Car hires in Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

The majority of the Tauranga car hire agencies that we partner with do not have a cancellation fee. This means that if your plans change unexpectedly, many car hire centres in Tauranga such as Thrifty, Apex, and Hertz often offer cancellation free of charge based on when you booked.

When you hire a car in Tauranga, you should abide by the city’s 50 km/h speed limit. The speed limits on any suburban roads and highways in Tauranga are 100 km/h and 110 km/h, respectively. Be on the lookout for posted signage, because these speed limits might change depending on where you are within Tauranga.

During the month of December the average temperature in Tauranga is 18 °C and the expected precipitation is 80 mm. This information is useful for travellers looking for a car hire in Tauranga.

If you’re looking for a Tauranga hire car for a road trip to the surrounding areas during the month of December it’s important to know that the rest of Bay of Plenty typically has a temperature of 16 °C and will usually expect 90 mm of precipitation.

Prices for cars in Tauranga were last updated today.

The number of operators available for cars in Tauranga is 22 as of December 2024.

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Tauranga. In many EU countries drivers must be 18 years old. As a rule, you’ll need to be 21 to hire a car abroad, and a young driver surcharge may be applied if you are under 25. We recommend reading through the policy of your chosen hire company before booking.

When hiring a car in Tauranga, 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 hire 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.