Cheap Wellington electric car hire from $47/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 Wellington with a pick-up date of 29/4 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 Wellington

These are the best prices for 8-15 Apr.
Hyundai Kona car
Hyundai Kona
or similar Small
4
2
2/4
$48/day
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Tesla Model 3 car
Tesla Model 3
or similar Medium
5
3
2/4
$57/day
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Class Standard Car car
Class Standard Car
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
$52/day
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Tesla Model 3 car
Tesla Model 3
or similar Luxury
5
5
4-5
$52/day
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Class Intermediate SUV car
Class Intermediate SUV
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$47/day
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Class Compact SUV car
Class Compact SUV
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
$56/day
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Best prices found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

Electric car hire locations in or near Wellington

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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Wellington electric car hire

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

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

You should book your electric car hire in Wellington around 53 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.

What is the cheapest electric car hire company in Wellington?

In the past year, some of the lowest prices for electric car hire in Wellington were found with Thrifty ($62/day), Hertz ($66/day), and Budget ($68/day). Rates can vary by pick-up location, but airport-adjacent branches often offer competitive pricing.

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

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, Thrifty (8.0, 7 reviews), Avis (10.0, 3 reviews) and Budget (9.7, 7 reviews) operates the most EV-ready rental locations in Wellington. This makes it easier to find an EV near Wellington airports, like Wellington Airport and Nelson Airport.

Thrifty
Thrifty
Rated 8.0/10
Avis
Avis
Rated 10.0/10
Budget
Budget
Rated 9.7/10
Hertz
Hertz
Rated 7.7/10

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

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

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Wellington 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.

Avis

10.0

Wonderful

Best rated

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

8.6

2 locations in Wellington

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from$51/day

Locations in Wellington

186 Victoria Street

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday08:00 - 17:30
Sunday08:00 - 17:30
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Terminal Building

Monday07:00 - 23:59
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Budget

9.7

Wonderful

Read 4 reviews

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

9.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.8

Value for money

10.0

2 locations in Wellington

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from$49/day

Locations in Wellington

186 Victoria Street

+64 4 802 4548

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday08:00 - 17:30
Sunday08:00 - 17:30
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Stewart Duff Dr

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
Saturday07:00 - 23:59
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10.0 Wonderful

Jack, Oct 2025

Compact

KAYAK
Customer service fantastic simple easy and Dion and the Wellington office was great much appreciated.

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Oct 2025

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Getting the car took the guy doing it a bit of time he was going backwards and forwards between computers Not sure if he was new But he was very pleasant and he did apologise but a bit frustrating when you just want to get going Will certainly use you again

1 out of 2

Thrifty

8.0

Very Good

Read 5 reviews
Cheapest deal

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.5

Value for money

8.0

3 locations in Wellington

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from$45/day

Locations in Wellington

38-44 Hania St

+64 800 737 070

Monday07:30 - 17:00
Tuesday07:30 - 17:00
Wednesday07:30 - 17:00
Thursday07:30 - 17:00
Friday07:30 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:30
Sunday08:00 - 17:30
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Stewart Duff Dr, Miramar

+64 800 737 070

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
Saturday07:30 - 17:00
Sunday07:30 - 17:00
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Wellington Ap

+64 4 388 9494

Monday07:30 - 17:00
Tuesday07:30 - 17:00
Wednesday07:30 - 17:00
Thursday07:30 - 17:00
Friday07:30 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:30
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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Standard SUV

KAYAK
A map of the exact collection and return locations would have been very helpful!

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Mar 2024

SUV

KAYAK
Car was fine, but we were very disappointed that the car didn’t come with some type of navigation system, every other car we have hired in the past 5 years all have come with one.

1 out of 2

Hertz

7.7

Good

Read 3 reviews
Most popular

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

7.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.2

Value for money

7.7

2 locations in Wellington

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from$57/day

Locations in Wellington

38-44 Hania St

+64 4 384 3809

Monday07:30 - 17:00
Tuesday07:30 - 17:00
Wednesday07:30 - 17:00
Thursday07:30 - 17:00
Friday07:30 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:30
Sunday08:00 - 17:30
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Stewart Duff Dr, Miramar

+64 4 388 7070

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
Saturday07:30 - 17:00
Sunday07:30 - 17:00
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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Nov 2024

SUV

KAYAK
Very expensive. We cancelled

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Now my favorite rental company (just had a terrible service with the competition next to it)

1 out of 1

26 travellers who hired a car in Wellington gave the car agency they used an average rating of 8.6

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Most popular agency

Average price

Good deal

Hertz
$68/day
$57/day

FAQs about hiring an electric car in Wellington

  • Which car hire companies offer electric vehicles in Wellington?

    Several major car hire companies in Wellington offer electric vehicles, but availability can vary depending on the pick-up location and season.
    Companies that frequently offer EV hire include:

    1. Hertz
    2. Budget
    3. Thrifty
    4. Avis
    5. Sixt

    . For the best selection, it’s recommended to search early and enable the Electric filter when browsing on KAYAK.

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

    The daily cost of hiring an electric car in Wellington 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 Wellington is $68, compared to $52 for standard petrol cars.

    Here’s what you can expect:

    • Average price: $43 – $349 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 Wellington?

    Based on real user feedback on KAYAK, Thrifty leads the way in EV-ready hire locations across Wellington, offering travellers convenient access to electric cars near Wellington (WLG) and Wellington (WLG). With 3 locations in Wellington, Thrifty is convenient and easily accessible for travellers.

  • Which local Wellington hotels have an EV charging station?

    Several hotels in Wellington offer on-site EV charging for guests. Popular choices include Adina Citylife Wellington, Novotel Wellington and Intercontinental Hotels Wellington By IHG, 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 Wellington?

    One of the most frequently hired electric cars on KAYAK is the Polestar 2.

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