Cheap Queenstown electric car hire from $43/day

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a KAYAK user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Queenstown with a pick-up date of 22/5 and drop-off date of 6/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap electric car hire in Queenstown

These are the best prices for 2-9 Apr.
Polestar 2 car
Polestar 2
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
$43/day
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Tesla Model 3 car
Tesla Model 3
or similar Medium
5
3
2/4
$95/day
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Class Standard Car car
Class Standard Car
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
$46/day
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Toyota Highlander car
Toyota Highlander
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
$68/day
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Best prices found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

Electric car hire locations in or near Queenstown

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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Queenstown electric car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire an electric car in Queenstown with confidence.

How far in advance should you book an electric car in Queenstown?

You should book your electric car hire in Queenstown around 24 days in advance to secure a below-average price. EV availability is more limited than petrol or diesel cars, so booking early helps you access the best models, especially Teslas and other long-range options.

Which electric car rental companies in Queenstown have electric vehicle locations?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, Thrifty (10.0, 5 reviews), Go Rentals (10.0, 2 reviews) and Avis (9.0, 6 reviews) operates the most EV-ready rental locations in Queenstown. This makes it easier to find an EV near Queenstown airports, like Queenstown Intl Airport and Dunedin Airport.

Thrifty
Thrifty
Rated 10.0/10
Go Rentals
Go Rentals
Rated 10.0/10
Avis
Avis
Rated 9.0/10
Sixt
Sixt
Rated 9.0/10

What is the cheapest month to hire an electric car in Queenstown?

The cheapest month to hire an electric car in Queenstown is typically June, when demand is lower and daily rates drop. The most expensive month is August, when travel peaks and EV hire becomes harder to secure.

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Queenstown electric car hire reviews and directory

 
All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car hire booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

EZU Car Rental

8.1

Very Good

Read 18 reviews

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.8

Value for money

8.3

One location in Queenstown

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Queenstown Airport

+64 212 863 456

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2025

Premium SUV

KAYAK
This would have to be the worst car rental experience that I have ever experienced having rented cars in most continents. I will recommend everyone NOT renting from EZU. Firstly, it took well over 30 mins for the van to pick us up from the airport. Then the car given to us was over 10 years old and had over 210k kms on the clock. We picked the car up at night. Inside the car was a mess and I didn’t even want to sit in the car as it was filthy with 10 years of grime on the inside.. The rental form had that there were no defects on the car and given that we couldn’t see at night we looked the next morning. It would be lucky if any panels of the car weren’t scratched. We could barely get the car over 80 kms per hour and the car would then start to shake making the car very unsafe. We called the office to complain about these things and never got a return phone call. Having rented a lot of cars over the world, I am sorry to say that this is by far the worst experience that I have ever had. The only positive comment is that your team didn’t try and claim damage insurance on the car when I returned

2.0 Poor

Harold, Nov 2024

SUV

KAYAK
The cars were advertised as being "pick-up at the airport". They were not. We spent over half an hour extra time waiting for and being taken to their off-airport base (each way). We complained. They could not care less. Then, although I had booked the car using my Amex Platinum card on Kayak, which covers my insurance excess, they told me they would not accept it and tried to sell me their insurance at $35 per day. This is a rort. I doubt anyone ever reads these Surveys. I request someone very senior from Kayak contacts me within the next 7 days, or I will write to your CEO and write some very unpleasant reviews on Social Media.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2024

Compact

KAYAK
Excellent very friendly

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Nov 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
Good experience, would recommend. The only downside is the location is outside the airport so you might need to wait for pick up / factor in commute time

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sept 2024

Economy

KAYAK
Good

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sept 2024

SUV

KAYAK
Hassle free experience for my short car rental.

1 out of 6

Go Rentals

10.0

Wonderful

Best rated

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Queenstown

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Queenstown Airport

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Thrifty

10.0

Wonderful

Read 3 reviews

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

9.2

2 locations in Queenstown

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Airport Ave, Frankton

+64 800 737 070

Monday07:30 - 21:30
Tuesday07:30 - 21:30
Wednesday07:30 - 21:30
Thursday07:30 - 21:30
Friday07:30 - 21:30
Saturday07:30 - 21:30
Sunday07:30 - 21:30
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Queenstown New Zealand

+64 3 442 3532

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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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Mar 2024

Compact SUV

KAYAK
Excellent ! Great customer service! Very friendly and helpful.

1 out of 1

Avis

9.0

Wonderful

Read 5 reviews

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.3

Value for money

8.3

One location in Queenstown

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Airport Dr

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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10.0 Wonderful

Geoffrey, Jan 2025

Pick-up truck

KAYAK
All Good,+++

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Mar 2024

SUV

KAYAK
Liked the new low milage Rav4 we rented. Not happy about the fuel sercvice charge added to our bill. The car was not "topped off with fuel when we picked it up as I found out the first time I refueled and drove almost a 100 kilometers before the gauge appeared when I picked up the car. i returned the vehicle with at least as much fuel in it as when I picked it up

1 out of 2

Sixt

9.0

Wonderful

Read 2 reviews

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.0

Value for money

9.0

One location in Queenstown

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Domestic Arrivals Hall

+64 3 777 4110

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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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2024

Compact

KAYAK
It all went like clockwork. Excellent. Absolutely no criticism.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Mar 2024

SUV

KAYAK
Very good, easy pick up and return

1 out of 1

Hertz

8.9

Very Good

Read 8 reviews
Cheapest deal
Most popular

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.7

Value for money

8.2

One location in Queenstown

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from$119/day

Locations in Queenstown

Airport Ave, Frankton

+64 3 442 4106

Monday07:30 - 21:30
Tuesday07:30 - 21:30
Wednesday07:30 - 21:30
Thursday07:30 - 21:30
Friday07:30 - 21:30
Saturday07:30 - 21:30
Sunday07:30 - 21:30
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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2025

SUV

KAYAK
Great service, great staff

4.0 Mediocre

Ba, Dec 2023

Full-size SUV

KAYAK
Pickup was bad. We were just told to sign the electronic keypad (wording small). Then we were handed keys and told to go out the door and get our car. There was NO ONE to inspect or go over the car (not the one we booked) with us anywhere! Two days after we picked up the car we received an email saying we had around an hour to take pictures of our rental and attach them. Too Late! We were not told that at the end we would have to pay extra $. The pickup guy was nice but off site due to staffing shortages. The drivers side of the car had no floor mat. Maybe that was the 200$ extra you charged us.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sept 2023

Compact SUV

KAYAK
Car was so awesome!! Would rent again!

1 out of 3

Budget

7.6

Good

Read 10 reviews

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

7.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.5

Value for money

7.3

One location in Queenstown

Locations in Queenstown

Terminal Building

Monday08:00 - 16:30
Tuesday08:00 - 16:30
Wednesday08:00 - 16:30
Thursday08:00 - 16:30
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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2026

Intermediate

KAYAK
The overall experience is excellent. Just that the drop off instruction was misleading, the link to map led to a different location.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2025

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Cancelled my rental car unintentionally and they wouldn’t give it back to me. Ended up having to go with another option that cost $1000 additional.

10.0 Wonderful

Tsu Lynn, Apr 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Easy booking, pick-up and drop off. Car was clean in good condition.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2024

Compact SUV

KAYAK
There was three people working but only one person manning a computer. Check-in per person takes about 20 minutes and there's lots of printing and signing paperwork. The car smelled like gasoline had been spilled in it, the infant car seat was broken and unable to be tightened and they were unable to provide a replacement! The second car in the party was not even available as they run on a thin margin of car availability and it hadn't been returned. When it was returned it had no gas (on empty with notification lights) and they refused to gas it. This car had about 60k miles on it and was in poor condition. Third rental car in the group battery died and had to be jumped to get back to the airport. Yay!
79 travellers who hired a car in Queenstown gave the car agency they used an average rating of 8.5

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Hertz
$126/day
$119/day

FAQs about hiring an electric car in Queenstown

  • Which car hire companies offer electric vehicles in Queenstown?

    A company that frequently offers EV hire is Hertz.

  • How much does it cost to hire an electric car in Queenstown?

    The daily cost of hiring an electric car in Queenstown depends on the company, the model you choose, the season, and how early you book. Based on recent KAYAK pricing data, the average daily rate for electric car hire in Queenstown is $126, compared to $72 for standard petrol cars.

    Here’s what you can expect:

    • Average price: $119 – $127 per day

    Prices may fluctuate, so it’s always best to check your travel dates directly on KAYAK for real-time rates.

  • What is the most popular car hire agency for electric vehicles in Queenstown?

    Based on real user feedback on KAYAK, EZU Car Rental leads the way in EV-ready hire locations across Queenstown, offering travellers convenient access to electric cars near Queenstown Intl (ZQN). EZU Car Rental has one convenient location in Queenstown, making it easy to pick up your car hire.

  • Which local Queenstown hotels have an EV charging station?

    Several hotels in Queenstown offer on-site EV charging for guests. Popular choices include Novotel Queenstown Lakeside, Sherwood Queenstown and Hotel St Moritz Queenstown - MGallery Collection, all of which provide charging points. When booking accommodation, check the ‘EV charger’ filter on KAYAK to find hotels that fit your needs.

  • What are the most popular electric cars to hire in Queenstown?

    Travellers often choose EVs that are simple to park, have reliable battery performance, and support fast charging throughout the city.
    Some of the most frequently hired electric cars on KAYAK include:
    • Polestar 2
    • Tesla Model 3

Everything you need to know for your electric car hire in Queenstown