Cheap Christchurch electric car hire from £38/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 Christchurch with a pick-up date of 7/4 and drop-off date of 21/4. 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 Christchurch

These are the best prices for 2-9 Apr.
Hyundai Kona car
Hyundai Kona
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
£39/day
Tesla Model 3 car
Tesla Model 3
or similar Medium
5
3
2/4
£51/day
Tesla Model 3 car
Tesla Model 3
or similar Luxury
5
5
4-5
£42/day
Class Intermediate SUV car
Class Intermediate SUV
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
£38/day
Best prices found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

Electric car hire locations in or near Christchurch

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Christchurch electric car hire

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

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

You should book your electric car hire in Christchurch around 82 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 Christchurch have electric vehicle locations?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, Avis (9.6, 6 reviews), Budget (9.0, 4 reviews) and Hertz (6.1, 12 reviews) operates the most EV-ready rental locations in Christchurch. This makes it easier to find an EV near Christchurch airports, like Christchurch Airport and Timaru Airport.

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

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

Christchurch 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.

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 Christchurch

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Christchurch Airport

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Avis

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.6

Value for money

9.0

3 locations in Christchurch

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Locations in Christchurch

150 Kilmore St

+64 3 930 6103

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday08:00 - 17:00
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78 Orchard Road

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

+64 3 358 9661

Monday00:00 - 01:3006:00 - 23:59
Tuesday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:30
Wednesday00:00 - 01:3006:00 - 23:59
Thursday00:00 - 01:3006:00 - 23:59
Friday00:00 - 01:3006:00 - 23:59
Saturday00:00 - 01:3006:00 - 23:59
Sunday00:00 - 01:3006:00 - 23:59
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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2024

Compact SUV

KAYAK
Really efficient, I liked how helpful the staff were and that they had most of the check in items digitized!

10.0 Wonderful

jk, Dec 2023

Compact SUV

KAYAK
Can't get better than that. Everything was smooth from beginning to end. Both the initial rental and return process went quickly as well and the car itself was great.

1 out of 2

Budget

9.0

Cheapest deal
Most popular

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.5

Value for money

9.5

3 locations in Christchurch

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Locations in Christchurch

150 Kilmore St

+64 3 930 6102

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday08:00 - 17:00
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78 Orchard Road

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

+64 3 357 0231

Monday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:30
Tuesday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:30
Wednesday00:00 - 01:3006:00 - 23:59
Thursday00:00 - 01:3006:00 - 23:59
Friday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:30
Saturday00:00 - 01:3006:00 - 23:59
Sunday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:30
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6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Nov 2023

SUV

KAYAK
Car was it ready at pickup. Waited over an hour. Everything else was very good

1 out of 1

EZU Car Rental

8.5

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.3

Value for money

9.4

One location in Christchurch

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Christchurch Airport

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6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Aug 2025

Compact

KAYAK
I don't like the fact that they were expecting me to pay an extra $1000 ( which i refused to pay ) after I paid for insurance through the company I booked the car through. I then had to pay for insurance through EZU so I was out of pocket over $300. The car was great though. Very cheap to fill up after 3 days of driving all around Christchurch.

10.0 Wonderful

Teva, Oct 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
no negative surprise, all went smoothly from start to end. Thank you, I will come back

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Feb 2022

KAYAK
The vehicle was value for money, though I did feel it was a bit shabby.

1 out of 2

Sixt

8.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

8.3

One location in Christchurch

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Ground Floor, Airport Terminal

+64 3 666 0026

Monday07:30 - 21:00
Tuesday07:30 - 21:00
Wednesday07:30 - 21:00
Thursday07:30 - 21:00
Friday07:30 - 21:00
Saturday07:30 - 21:00
Sunday07:30 - 21:00
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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2025

SUV

KAYAK
Over priced with hidden fees. Still have received my bond yet which is so sad.

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, May 2024

Compact

KAYAK
Very simple and no frills at a good price.

1 out of 1

Thrifty

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

7.5

2 locations in Christchurch

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30 Durey Rd

+64 800 737 070

Monday00:00 - 01:3007:00 - 23:59
Tuesday00:00 - 01:3007:00 - 23:59
Wednesday00:00 - 01:3007:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:30
Friday07:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:30
Saturday00:00 - 01:3007:00 - 23:59
Sunday07:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:30
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Christchurch Ap

+64 3 353 1940

Monday07:30 - 21:00
Tuesday07:30 - 21:00
Wednesday07:30 - 21:00
Thursday07:30 - 21:00
Friday07:30 - 21:00
Saturday07:30 - 21:00
Sunday07:30 - 21:00
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8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, May 2024

Standard SUV

KAYAK
Car is in good condition. Improve a little bit on the cleanliness. Thank you.

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Mar 2024

Standard SUV

KAYAK
Good. Staff was nice and efficient. Pickup and dropoff were fast and easy. Charges were as initially estimated.

1 out of 2

Hertz

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.6

Value for money

6.5

2 locations in Christchurch

Locations in Christchurch

150 Kilmore St

+64 3 365 2195

Monday08:30 - 11:3014:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:30 - 11:3014:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:30 - 11:3014:00 - 17:00
Thursday14:00 - 17:0008:30 - 11:30
Friday08:30 - 11:3014:00 - 17:00

30 Durey Rd

+64 3 358 6730

Monday00:00 - 01:3007:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:30
Wednesday00:00 - 01:3007:00 - 23:59
Thursday00:00 - 01:3007:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:30
Saturday07:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:30
Sunday07:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:30

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
When we arrived to collect our booked car, I was told the booking had been cancelled & there was no car available. No communication to tell me the booking had been cancelled. The staff member was very unhelpful just saying that it wasn’t her problem because we booked through a 3rd party (Kayak). Luckily a super friendly person at another rental car company was able to help us out with a car. It did cost us $100 in taxis to get around between the airport, Hertz, then the new rental car company! All this because the car rental cancellation had not been communicated to me! Very frustrating. NEVER USING HERTZ OR KAYAK EVER AGAIN!!!
48 travellers who hired a car in Christchurch gave the car agency they used an average rating of 7.9

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FAQs about hiring an electric car in Christchurch

  • Which car hire companies offer electric vehicles in Christchurch?

    A company that frequently offers EV hire is Budget.

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

    The daily cost of hiring an electric car in Christchurch 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 Christchurch is £123, compared to £37 for standard petrol cars.

    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 Christchurch?

  • Which local Christchurch hotels have an EV charging station?

    Several hotels in Christchurch offer on-site EV charging for guests. Popular choices include Hotel Give, Novotel Christchurch Airport and Sudima Christchurch Airport, 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 Christchurch?