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Cheap SUV Hire in Christchurch
| Compact SUV | S$ 30/day |
| Full-size SUV | S$ 41/day |
| Standard SUV | S$ 33/day |
| SUV | S$ 23/day |
| Intermediate SUV | S$ 20/day |
| Standard SUV | S$ 25/day |
| Premium SUV | S$ 30/day |
| Intermediate SUV | S$ 20/day |
| Compact SUV | S$ 37/day |
| Full-size SUV | S$ 51/day |
| SUV | S$ 19/day |
| SUV | S$ 19/day |
| Intermediate SUV | S$ 26/day |
| Compact SUV | S$ 25/day |
Top Tips for Hiring an SUV in Christchurch
- Hiring an SUV while on vacation will offer you a reliable means of navigation. Christchurch SUV hire services provide you comfort and are the best choice when some of your logistics include space. It's also a reliable choice when travelling considerable distances and off-roads. For example, you can enjoy a pleasant experience at the Arthur's Pass National Park's landscapes and take rain forest walks. The distance is 92 miles from Christchurch. The drive is more enjoyable in an SUV and safer at the speed limit of Christchurch. Another worthwhile activity is the Aoraki-Mt Cook Tasman Glacier & Alpine Centre, scenic day tour from Christchurch drive. You can take the 205-mile trip off-road with an SUV and enjoy the different viewpoints.
- The main airport is the Christchurch International Airport. You can find Christchurch SUV hire firms in the city, 6 miles from the airport. However, most SUV hire firms offer their services from the airport premises on the ground floor of the terminal building. At the Arrivals Hall, after claiming your baggage, you can proceed to the rental counters. Some Christchurch SUV hire companies to consider include Go Rental, Axis, Exi Car Rental, Hertz and Sixt. You are provided with a diverse range of SUV brands. Consider size and baggage capacity when choosing a brand.
- You will likely enjoy driving in Christchurch as it is a city with ever-changing scenery and beautiful landscapes. Another reason you'll enjoy driving in Christchurch is the light traffic most of the day. The main congested roads are Papanui and Main North Roads towards the north, and Riccarton and Blenheim Roads headed south. While aggressive driving is not common in Christchurch, you may see a few instance of road rage of you stay in the city long enough.
- Notably, morning rush hour between 7 am and 9 am and evening rush hour of 4pm to 6pm may make you lose 10-20 minutes on the road. There is a light congestion during the lunchtime hour of 1pm to 2pm. If you are not used to driving on one-way streets, it's advisable to use GPS in the city. Once in a while, you may encounter inattentive drivers, as is usual in an established city such as Christchurch.
- 25% of our users found an SUV hire in Christchurch for S$ 52 or less
- Book your SUV hire in Christchurch at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- May is typically the cheapest month to hire an SUV in Christchurch, with prices around S$ 46 per day. The most expensive month is December, with average prices of S$ 85 per day.
FAQs About Hiring an SUV in Christchurch
Where can I park an SUV in Christchurch?
You can access secure parking from the Christchurch City Council, which offers five multi-level parking buildings within the city. Some include Wilson Public Parking, 770 Colombo St, Parking Nation, Flat 3, 301 Hereford St, and Wilson Parking, 42 Peterborough St. If you wish to park for the whole day, you can park in off-street parking areas as there are no all-day paid on-street parking lots. If you wish to help the city while on vacation, they also have socially conscious car parks. The proceeds of the car park support Christchurch community projects. Examples include the CCC Worcester St Parkin on 69 Worcester St and 150 Barbados St Parking on 150 St. When you get to the car park, it will be easy to pay as there exist various cashless methods.
What is the speed limit while driving an SUV in Christchurch?
The speed limit within the built up areas Christchurch is 30mph. While you proceed to the outer areas of the CBD, you can drive at 60mph. There are some selected highways where drivers may reach maximums of 70mph. You can always check the allowed speed on the National Speed Limit Register (NSLR) website.
Which SUVs are reliable to hire in Christchurch?
Christchurch SUV hire firms assure you of the best brands and good deals. A reliable brand is the Suzuki SX4 Cross, which has 5 doors and a 5-passenger occupancy. The car can also fit three large bags. Its transmission system is automatic and has an air transmission system. Thus, the car is comfortable and offers value for money. Alternatively, the Toyota Rav4 is a high-powered SUV that offers stable and precise handling alongside a smooth ride over most road surfaces.
How does KAYAK find such low SUV hire prices?
KAYAK compares SUV hire prices from all major car hire companies such as Thrifty, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, Payless and more to find you the best deal.
How much does an SUV hire cost in Christchurch?
On average an SUV hire in Christchurch costs S$ 62 per day.
Which car hire companies in Christchurch hire SUVs?
Car hire companies in Christchurch that hire SUVs include Ace Rental Cars, Alamo, Apex, Avis, Bargain Car Rentals, Budget, Dollar, EZI, EZU Car Rental, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Europcar, FlexWays, Go Rentals, Hertz, Mode Car & Camper Rentals, New Zealand Discount Car Rentals, Rental Cars 247, Routes Car & Truck Rentals, Scotties, Sixt, Snap Rentals, Thrifty, Yes Rentals and keddy by Europcar.
How much does it cost to hire an SUV for a week in Christchurch?
On average an SUV in Christchurch costs S$ 432 per week (S$ 62 per day) to hire.
How much does it cost to hire an SUV long term for a month in Christchurch?
On average an SUV in Christchurch costs S$ 1,851 per month (S$ 432 per week) to hire.
Christchurch SUV Hire Company Reviews
Dollar
10.0
Wonderful
2 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
3 locations in Christchurch
EZI
10.0
Wonderful
1 reviewCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
3 locations in Christchurch
Bargain Rental Cars
10.0
Wonderful
1 reviewCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
2 locations in Christchurch
Rental Cars 247
10.0
Wonderful
3 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
One location in Christchurch
Yesaway
10.0
Wonderful
4 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
One location in Christchurch
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10.0 Wonderful
May 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2022
Avis
9.6
Wonderful
28 reviewsCleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.1
Value for money
9.1
3 locations in Christchurch
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10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2023
9.2 Wonderful
Apr 2019
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The car was very new, comfortable and clean.Cons:
The drop off process was unclear.10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2019
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Easy, convenient, good car.Cons:
Nothing.10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2018
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Pick up was easy, everything was explained. The car was damage free and operated as exspected. It worked space wise for our luggage and was great in the rain.Cons:
Nothing.8.0 Very Good
Dec 2017
Cons:
Did not have an opportunity to add my Wizard number (loyalty program) during purchase online.Mode Car & Camper Rentals
9.5
Wonderful
3 reviewsCleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.5
Value for money
9.0
One location in Christchurch
Sixt
9.5
Wonderful
1 reviewCleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.5
Value for money
9.5
One location in Christchurch
Alamo
9.1
Wonderful
4 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
9.5
One location in Christchurch
EZU Car Rental
8.7
Very Good
5 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.7
Value for money
9.2
One location in Christchurch
Budget
8.4
Very Good
18 reviewsCleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.6
Value for money
8.8
3 locations in Christchurch
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6.0 Okay
Nov 2023
6.0 Okay
Feb 2020
Cons:
At pickup was informed Invercargil roads were all closed (which was untrue), so I may not be able to drop the car off at scheduled point, but if I made any changes to the dropoff location I would be charged extra by Budget. Very unhelpful, and very unfair to charge customers extra due to weather events outside of our control.8.0 Very Good
May 2018
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More trouble trying to drop car off because of the system want to charge us more than quoted2.0 Poor
Feb 2017
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We did not like anything but the online booking process. The rest was painful.Cons:
Our flight came in late and we missed the pick up window. I emailed Budget to let them know, but this message didn't get through to the rental location. When we picked up our car, the woman was not very friendly and said we missed our window and it was given away. She said they had no cars left for us. She did not give us other options of where to rent or what to do in this situation. She did not show sympathy either. Do not rent from Budget. We went with Europcar in the end. They were nice and had a great car for us (and their counter was right next to the Budget one).7.6 Good
Feb 2017
Pros:
The car was decent, ran fine and fulfilled our needs. It was nothing special or out of the ordinary, just a basic Toyota Corolla, but it did the job.Cons:
We could've used some instructions on pickup and return - in a foreign country we didn't know if processes would all be the same. A little disappointed that the car was a Corolla when we booked "Camry or similar" since the Camry really is a significantly nicer car.10.0 Wonderful
Feb 2017
Pros:
I left my cell phone in the vehicle and didn't notice until I was on the airplane. I called the Christchurch Budget office and explained the situation. Toni McLean, the Budget agent there, secured my phone and sent me instructions on how to get it back. She then processed the FedEx transaction and I received my phone without issue. This was awesome! Thanks ToniApex
8.3
Very Good
7 reviewsCleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
8.1
2 locations in Christchurch
One location in Christchurch
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10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2023
8.0 Very Good
Mar 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2023
4.0 Mediocre
Feb 2023
One location in Christchurch
from S$ 48/dayLocations in Christchurch
Christchurch International Terminal
+64 3 357 9202
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from S$ 60/dayLocations in Christchurch
150 Kilmore St
+64 800 737 070
30 Durey Rd
+64 800 737 070
Christchurch Ap
+64 3 353 1940
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8.0 Very Good
Mar 2024
One location in Christchurch
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157 Orchard Road
+64 9 929 2462
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2.0 Poor
Mar 2023
8.0 Very Good
Jan 2023
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from S$ 49/dayLocations in Christchurch
150 Kilmore St
+64 3 365 2195
30 Durey Rd
+64 3 358 6730
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2.0 Poor
Mar 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2017
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Automatic mid size SUV. Good BluetoothCons:
Nothing9.6 Wonderful
Mar 2017
Pros:
Nice relatively new vehicle that performed well for us.Cons:
cigarette smoke smell :(9.2 Wonderful
Feb 2017
Pros:
This car was the perfect size to travel around with. It was large enough for our luggage but small enough that it was easy to park.Cons:
Returning the car in Queens town was a little confusing because finding parking is extremely difficult. We were told they had a designated parking space but not until after we went to return the car. It isn't signed and just looks like the access for an alley.3.6 Poor
Jan 2017
Pros:
My car was mechanically sound, the reservation, purchase process was easy.Cons:
A poor value, and Hertz was difficult and inflexible. My Holden Captiva was a below-average car. Hertz charged $90 USD daily. Hertz also refused to accept my car at Queenstown vs. Christchurch when travel plans changed. Will try another agency next time.10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2016
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Free Upgrade Available Wi-Fi Hotspot rental Service at 11pmOne location in Christchurch
from S$ 49/dayLocations in Christchurch
170, Orchard Road
+64 3358 8630
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8.0 Very Good
Dec 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2023
2.0 Poor
Dec 2022
One location in Christchurch
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Christchurch Airport
+64 9 303 3912
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2.0 Poor
Jan 2019
Pros:
Nothing. Services were not rendered.Cons:
This rental was the worst customer service experience of my life. DO NOT, I repeat, DO NOT BOOK WITH ECONOMY OR SCOTTIES. If I could give zero stars, I would. Kayak should drop this company immediately. While booking online, be warned, Economy serves as an umbrella company to many smaller companies in New Zealand. If you are unfortunate enough to have your reservation served by Scotties, be prepared for a terrible experience. In my case, after a flight arrival time change from 1000 to 1400, I called Scotties for a pickup (the only way to get picked up as they are not in the terminal and do not run a constant shuttle). After 2 calls and a 40 minute wait, the shuttle arrived and I was informed by the driver that my booking had been canceled (allegedly NZ law requires a company to only hold a reservation for 2 hours - other companies hold your car for 24 hrs), they had no additional cars available, they were sorry but they could not help me. There was no communication from the company that my reservation had been canceled despite them having access to my email, phone number, and the two phone calls I’d made upon arrival at the airport requesting to be picked up. Still in need of a car, I went online and booked a vehicle with Economy through Travelocity. My credit card was charged and I received a confirmation email at which point saw the company providing the car the was once again Scotties. I called again, now with a valid reservation in their required 2 hour window, and was told to wait 10-15 minutes, the shuttle was on the way. Again the shuttle arrived (35 minutes after the phone call) and again the shuttle driver refused to take me to their office stating that there had been a miscommunication and they did not have a car for me. I called the company back, (which was now the fourth long distance phone call for that day) they apologized for the inconvenience but offered no assistance or compensation for my time or troubles. I strongly recommend you never rent from “Economy” or Scotties. Their non-existent customer service is not worth the discounted prices for their vehicles. It’s a wonder a company like this stays in business. It’s quite obvious it’s terribly mismanaged and only makes me wonder the quality of the vehicles they rent to travelers. I most certainly will never book with them again and encourage others to do the same. There are several other options available that I highly recommend you explore. I ended up booking with Firefly, a partner company with Hertz and located in the terminal. Only slightly more expensive then Scotties, the car was ready as soon as I finished paying, the customer service was excellent, and there was no shuttle or long distance phone call required for pickup I emailed Scotties with a formal complaint and was answered with a shameful sarcastic response from Scott himself. They do not care the slightest bit about customer service. Avoid like the plage. Go elsewhere even if prices are higher.One location in Christchurch
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11-15 Logistics Drive, Harewood
+64 3595 1828
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30 Durey Rd
+64 3 358 6554
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153 Orchard Road, Harewood
+64 3357 8919
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Christchurch Apt
+64 3358 6730
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Unit 9, 41 Sir William pickering Drive, Burnside, Christchurch, New Zealand
+64 275 696 999
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Christchurch International Terminal
+64 3357 9202
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189 Blenheim Rd
+64 800 800 317
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213 Main South Road, Hornby, Christchurch
+64 3358 9342
515 Moorhouse Ave
+64 800 566 701
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GO Rentals - Christchurch Airport
+64 3358 4051
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Christchurch Airport
+64 273 628 768
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5 Ivan Jamieson Pl, Airport
+64 3666 0026
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3 Pukaki Road, Yaldhurst
+64 21 180 2323
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3 Pukaki Road
+54 9 11 5259 9877
Christchurch International Airport
+54 9 11 5259 9877
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3a The Wickets,christchurch
+64 800 300 123
Christchurch Airport
+64 800 300 123
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150 Kilmore Street Christchurch Central, Christchurch 8013
+64 800 656 564
150, Orchard Road, Christchurch Airport, Christchurch, New Zealand
+64 800 656 564
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20 Abros Place
64-3-360-3270
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30 Durey Rd, Airport
+64 3666 0026
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152 Orchard Road, Harewood, Christchurch
+64 3 420 2878
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Christchurch airport
+64 508 246 784
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Unit 1, 3 PUKAKI ROAD
+64 3348 2002
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791 Wairakei Road, Christchurch Airport
+64 800 808 881
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2 sir keith park place harewood
+64 21 748 789
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30 Durey Rd
+64 3 358 6554
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from S$ 41/dayLocations in Christchurch
189 Blenheim Rd Riccarton (6.5 kilometers from the airport - shuttle service)
+64 3 348 2002 / 0800 800 317 / 0800 736 825
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Christchurch International Terminal
+86 10 6064 1387
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9/41 Sir William Pickering Dr, Burnside, Christchurch , New Zealand
+64 275 696 999
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Good to know
Most popular agency | New Zealand Discount Car Rentals |
|---|---|
Average price | S$ 62/day |
Good deal | S$ 52/day |
When to book an SUV rental car in Christchurch
Airports serving Christchurch
Christchurch SUV Hire Information
| Pick-up location | Christchurch |
|---|---|
| Car types | Compact SUV, Full-size SUV, Intermediate SUV, SUV, Standard SUV |
| Hire locations | 37 |
| Airport locations | 29 |
| Popular agencies | Ace Rental Cars, Avis, Europcar, Apex, Budget |