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# Car Rentals in New Plymouth, NZL

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## Top Rental Car Deals in New Plymouth

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### Economy

Chevrolet Spark or similar

- 4 people

New Plymouth, Taranaki, NZL

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### Compact

Ford Focus or similar

- 4 people

New Plymouth, Taranaki, NZL

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### Midsize

Toyota Corolla or similar

- 5 people

New Plymouth, Taranaki, NZL

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### SUV

Jeep Compass or similar

- 5 people

New Plymouth, Taranaki, NZL

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## Frequently asked questions

### How much is a rental car per day in New Plymouth?

### Can I hire a car from New Plymouth Airport (NPL)?

### What happens if I need to cancel my New Plymouth car reservation?

### What types of cars can I rent in New Plymouth?

### Where can I go on a road trip from New Plymouth?

> - Roughly 110 miles from New Plymouth, Hamilton shouldn't be missed. With top sights like SkyCity Hamilton, there's no shortage of places to visit here.
> - About 110 miles away, Palmerston North is another location worthy of a place on your travel itinerary. Check out The Square while you're in the area.
> - Get some distance between you and the fast pace of the city at Mt. Eden. Approximately 160 miles from New Plymouth, it's the perfect place to get your nature fix.

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## Car Hire Information

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