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5.0Hiro N.
Japan · 20 May 2026
“Tesla delivered to our hotel. The charging map for Wānaka and Cromwell was very helpful.”
Chains supplied Verified rental
EV Hire Car Rental in Queenstown
9.1/10 · 190 verified reviews
EV specialist
Queenstown
Cars fromNZ$75/day
Quick answer
Is EV Hire a good choice at Queenstown?
EV Hire is rated 9.1/10 by 190 verified renters, with cars from NZ$75/day. Pick-up is meet & greet, the bond is NZ$200 (credit/debit card) and the standard excess is NZ$3,000. Compare it with the other suppliers below before you book.
- 9.1/10 rating
- From NZ$75/day
- Meet & greet
- Return ≥ 20% charge
Queenstown · EV Hire
Queenstown Car Rental Options at a Glance
EV Hire is one of 14 rental companies we compare in Queenstown. Use this page to check how an EV Hire rental here compares on total price, pick-up and conditions, then search your dates to see current offers next to the other suppliers.
View deals- Company
- EV Hire
- Supplier type
- EV specialist rental company
- Traveller rating
- 9.1/10 from 190 reviews
- Location
- Queenstown, Queenstown & Frankton
- Typical pick-up
- Town branch
- Opening hours
- 8:00am–5:30pm daily
- Best for
- Travellers going electric
- Rental desk
- Camp Street, Queenstown 9300
Available cars
EV Hire fleet at Queenstown
Representative models — the exact make is confirmed at pick-up ("or similar").
ElectricElectric
Tesla Model Y or similar
- 5
- 3
- Auto
- Electric
- No fuel cost; fast chargers in Frankton & Wānaka
- Plan charging before Milford Sound
- Range drops in cold weather
FromNZ$107/day
Where to find them
EV Hire rental addresses in Queenstown
6 pick-up points around Queenstown. Select one to see it on the map.
Addresses are shown on your voucher after booking; town and delivery services may need 24 hours' notice.
Verified renters
EV Hire ratings & reviews
What travellers say about renting with EV Hire in Queenstown.
9.1/10
ExcellentBased on 190 verified reviewsService8.5
Pick-up speed8.7
Car condition8.9
Cleanliness9.3
Value for money9.5
Most mentioned
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4.0Noah P.
USA · 4 Jan 2026
“Good for the Mount Cook detour. Lindis Pass was stunning.”
Clear pricing Verified rental
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5.0Jacob W.
USA · 18 Jun 2026
“Premium SUV for our honeymoon, heated seats on the drive to Glenorchy. Worth every cent.”
Helpful advice Verified rental
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5.0Laura G.
Germany · 21 Jan 2026
“Car delivered to our holiday home near Clyde. Great for wine-trail days.”
Quick pick-up Verified rental
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4.0Mei L.
Singapore · 5 Jul 2026
“One-way Queenstown to Christchurch was easy and the one-way fee was shown upfront, no surprises.”
Clean car Verified rental
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3.0Ben C.
United Kingdom · 9 Feb 2026
“Car was fine but the shuttle took 25 minutes. Next time I would pay a bit more for in-terminal.”
Friendly staff Verified rental
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5.0Liam O.
Ireland · 22 Jul 2026
“Our flight landed at 9:50pm and staff waited because we added the flight number. Brilliant.”
Good value Verified rental
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5.0Aisha M.
UAE · 27 Feb 2026
“Booked a 7-seater for the family. Clear info on the deposit before we arrived.”
Easy return Verified rental
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Chain rules, ski-road restrictions and alpine pass advice from Queenstown drivers.
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Local advantage
Book EV Hire with the full picture
EV Hire rents electric vehicles, and handover includes a charging briefing — useful if this is your first EV road trip in New Zealand. Pick-up is from its Queenstown branch.
EV Hire is rated 9.1/10 — if reviews matter most, compare it with Rental Cars 247 (9.8/10), the top-rated company at Queenstown. Its fleet here is Electric cars only.
- EV handover & charging briefing
- Ski-field roads not covered — use the ski shuttle
Answers
EV Hire — FAQ
See the address and opening hours in the at-a-glance section above. The exact pick-up details are on your voucher.
Drivers must be at least 18. A young-driver surcharge applies (NZ$15/day under 21).
EV Hire usually holds NZ$200 (credit/debit card) on your card at pick-up, released after the car is returned undamaged.
Ski-field access roads are excluded from EV Hire's insurance cover. Use the ski shuttle from Queenstown or choose a supplier that allows it.
Return ≥ 20% charge. Return the vehicle with the same level to avoid refuelling charges.
Most suppliers hold NZ$200–500 on a credit card in the main driver's name at pick-up, released after the car is returned. Premium cars and vans often need more.
Some NZ-owned suppliers accept debit cards for the bond; most international brands need a credit card. Each offer shows which cards are accepted.
The bond is a temporary hold on your card. The excess is the maximum you pay if the car is damaged — often NZ$3,000–5,000 unless you reduce it.
No. We don't charge booking or card fees, and the total shown includes mandatory charges such as one-way and young-driver fees.
A current, full licence from your home country, valid for up to 12 months from arrival. If it isn't in English, also carry an approved translation or an International Driving Permit.
Most international brands rent from 21, with a young-driver fee under 25. Some NZ suppliers rent from 18. Vans and premium cars often need drivers aged 25+.
Yes. Extra drivers must show their licence at pick-up; some suppliers include one free extra driver, others charge a daily fee.
Your driver licence (plus translation or IDP if needed), a credit card in the main driver's name and your booking voucher.
Most rates include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up. The cancellation terms are shown on each offer before you book.
Use Manage Booking with your reference and email, or contact our Queenstown team. Changes depend on availability and may change the price.
Add your flight number when booking. Many in-terminal suppliers wait for delayed pre-booked flights; shuttle depots may close earlier.
Often yes — off-airport suppliers in Frankton can be 10–25% cheaper, but the shuttle adds 10–15 minutes. Compare the total price.
From May to September carry chains for the Crown Range and ski-field roads. On the Milford Road (SH94) chains must be carried in winter. Most suppliers rent them.
Many rental agreements exclude ski-field access roads from insurance. Check the supplier's terms or use a ski shuttle — we flag the policy on each supplier page.
The left. The open-road limit is 100 km/h unless signposted lower, and you give way to traffic from the right at roundabouts.
Many suppliers don't allow cars on the inter-island ferry. If you're heading to the North Island, drop off in Picton and collect a new car in Wellington.
Still have a question?Our local team is available 24/7 on +64-9-2806251 and by email.
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