Self drive New Zealand with ABC Car Rental
Hire a New Zealand rental car online at ABC Car Rental.
We operate 7 days a week with agencies in Christchurch, Queenstown, Picton, Dunedin, Wellington, Hamilton and Auckland.
Find out more about our rental options below. We offer a variety of New Zealand hire car options, including economy, compact, intermediate, 4WD, wagon, minibus and people mover.

Contact Information
Fax: 64 3 3595197
Phone: 64 3 3598157
NZ Toll Free: 0800 227 444
Mail: 504 Wairakei Rd
PO Box 31070
Christchurch
New Zealand
South Island Scenery - YouTube slideshow
Beautiful South Island New Zealand
New Zealand's South Island has fantastic scenery. Photos aren't as good as being there, but here's a glimpse of South Island views from places like Mapua near Nelson, the Lewis Pass, Punakaiki on the West Coast, Arthurs Pass and the Canterbury Plains.
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- Beautiful New Zealand
- South Island Scenery - YouTube slideshow
- New Zealand Driving Information
- Driving Around New Zealand - YouTube Clip
- More New Zealand Pictures
- Choose the Right Hire Vehicle
- Economy Vehicle Hire
- Compact Car Hire
- Intermediate Vehicle Hire
- Four Wheel Drive Vehicle Hire
- Two Wheel Drive Wagon Hire
- Four Wheel Drive Wagon Hire
- Minibus Hire
- People Mover Hire
- Large Four Wheel Drive Hire
- Choose a New Zealand Map
- Read About New Zealand in Wikipedia
- Useful New Zealand Lenses
- Reader Feedback
New Zealand Driving Information
- Land Transport NZ - a visitors' guide to driving in New Zealand
- If you're visiting New Zealand make sure you are up to date with the rules and regulations that cover driving in New Zealand.
- What's different about driving in New Zealand?
- If you're not familiar with New Zealand roads then check out this link for more information.
- Useful Factsheets
- The NZ Land Transport Agency provides a range of factsheets relating to road safety and transport in New Zealand. If you've got any questions on driving or transport in New Zealand, this is a great place to start.
- New Zealand Road Code
- The official guide to New Zealand traffic law and safe driving practices.
Driving Around New Zealand - YouTube Clip
Choose the Right Hire Vehicle
Make sure you choose the right hire vehicle when you travel within New Zealand.Things to think about when making your choice are:
~ How many people do you need to transport?
~ How far will you be going during your stay?
~ Will you need different vehicles to suit different parts of your trip?
~ How much luggage will you need to carry?
~ Will all your driving be within a city or will you be driving in the countryside?
~ Would a 2WD or a 4WD vehicle best suit your trip?
~ Do you want automatic or manual transmission?
~ Is fuel efficiency a priority?
~ Do you need transportation for larger groups of people?
~ Will you require a luggage trailer?
~ Do you prefer to handle a small vehicle or a larger vehicle?
ABC Car Rentals offer a wide range of vehicles to suit a range of different requirements.
Take a look at the options below to see which would best suit your needs. You can visit our website to book or make an enquiry about any of these vehicles online.
Economy Vehicle Hire

A smaller vehicle is a great option for one person or a couple wanting to explore a city or get from A to B quickly around town.
Our economy vehicle hire includes the following features:
3 door hatchback
1.3L Auto/Manual (1300cc Petrol)
Seats 1-2 passengers shorter distance travel
Air Conditioning
Power Steering
Car Stereo
Compact Car Hire

A compact vehicle suits one person or a couple for long or short distance journeys. It's also perfect when you want to drive a small group around town or out on day trips.
Our compact vehicle hire includes the following features:
4 door saloon
1.5L Auto/Manual (1500cc Petrol)
Comfortably seats 4 people, shorter distance
Seats up to 2 people, longer distance
Air Conditioning
Power Steering
Car Stereo
Intermediate Vehicle Hire

When you want a vehicle with the space and power to accommodate several people on a longer journey, an intermediate vehicle hire may be the best option.
Our intermediate vehicle hire includes the following features:
4 door saloon
1.8L Auto (1800-2000cc Petrol)
Comfortably seats 5 people, shorter distance
Seats up to 4 passengers, longer distance
Air Conditioning
Power Steering
Car Stereo
Four Wheel Drive Vehicle Hire

A 4WD vehicle gives you the flexibility to handle a range of terrains and the capacity to comfortably carry several people long distance.
Our 4WD vehicle hire has the following features:
2.0L Auto (2000cc Petrol)
Comfortably seats 4 people
Seats up to 5 passengers, shorter distance
5 door RAV4
Air Conditioning
Power Steering
Car Stereo
Two Wheel Drive Wagon Hire

A wagon gives you extra room for luggage and anything else you need to transport either around town or long distance.
Our 2WD wagon hire includes the following features:
5 door estate
2.0L Auto (2000cc Petrol)
Comfortably seats 4 people, longer distance
Seats up to 5 passengers, shorter distance
Air Conditioning
Power Steering
Car Stereo
Four Wheel Drive Wagon Hire

Some trips require the extra capacity of a wagon and the flexibility of a 4WD vehicle suitable for transport around town or travelling long distance.
Our 4WD wagon hire includes the following features:
5 door estate
2.0L Auto (2000cc Petrol)
Comfortably seats 5 people, shorter distance
Seats up to 4 people, longer distance
Air Conditioning
Power Steering
Car Stereo
Minibus Hire

A minibus is the perfect choice if you want a diesel vehicle that can comfortably carry up to ten people short distance or eight people on a long journey.
Our minibus hire includes the following features:
2.7L Manual (2700cc Diesel, Manual transmission)
Comfortably seats 10 people, shorter distance
Seats up to 8 people, longer distance
2WD/4WD
Air Conditioning
Power Steering
Car Stereo
People Mover Hire

Great for larger groups of people around town or longer distance, a people mover combines the comfort of a car with the practicality of a van.
Our people mover vehicle hire includes the following:
2WD/4WD, People Carrier
2.4L Auto (2400cc Petrol)
Comfortably seats 7 - 8 people, shorter distance
Seats up to 6 passengers, longer distance
Luggage trailer available
Air Conditioning
Power Steering
Car Stereo
Large Four Wheel Drive Hire

A larger 4WD vehicle has the space, power and flexibility to offer you a great range of New Zealand adventures. Perfect for that fishing or skiing trip.
Our large 4WD hire includes the following features:
4WD, 5 door Landcruiser SUV
3Ltr, Diesel, Auto (3000cc Diesel turbo)
Comfortably seats 5 adults + 2 children
Seats up to 5 people, longer distance
Air Conditioning
Power Steering
Car Stereo
Choose a New Zealand Map
Find your way around NZ
AA Road Atlas: New Zealand (AA Road Atlases)
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Christchurch and Region City Map by Hema
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New Zealand Geographical Map (English, Spanish, French and German Edition)
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Garmin City Navigator UPDATE for Detailed Maps of New Zealand (CD-ROM)
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New Zealand Map by Nelles (Nelles Maps)
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Read About New Zealand in Wikipedia
New Zealand is an island country in the south-western Pacific Ocean comprising two main landmasses (commonly called the North Island and the South Island), and numerous smaller islands, most notably Stewart Island/Rakiura and the Chatham Islands. The indigenous M?ori language name for New Zealand is Aotearoa, commonly translated as The Land of the Long White Cloud. The Realm of New Zealand also includes the Cook Islands and Niue (self-governing but in free association); Tokelau; and the Ross Dependency (New Zealand's territorial claim in Antarctica).
New Zealand is notable for its geographic isolation: it is situated about 2,000 km (1250 miles) southeast of Australia across the Tasman Sea, and its closest neighbours to the north are New Caledonia, Fiji and Tonga. During its long isolation New Zealand developed a distinctive fauna dominated by birds, a number of which became extinct after the arrival of humans and the mammals they introduced.
The majority of New Zealand's population is of European descent; the indigenous M?ori are the largest minority. Asians and non-M?ori Polynesians are also significant minority groups, especially in urban areas. The most commonly spoken language is English.
New Zealand is a developed country that ranks highly in international comparisons on human development, quality of life, life expectancy, literacy, public education, peace, prosperity, economic freedom, ease of doing business, lack of corruption, press freedom, and the protection of civil liberties and political rights. Its cities also consistently rank among the world's most liveable.
Elizabeth II, as the Queen of New Zealand, is the country's head of state and is represented by a ceremonial Governor-General who holds reserve powers. The Queen has no real political influence, and her position is essentially symbolic. Political power is held by the democratically elected Parliament of New Zealand under the leadership of the Prime Minister, who is the head of government.
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- isabella isabella May 12, 2009 @ 12:39 am
- Why don't you add this lens to the Best Islands group? It can be hosted in the New Zealand section too!
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