Car hire in Palmerston North, Manawatu-Wanganui

In most cases, there is no fee when you cancel your Palmerston North car hire. You can check to see whether or not your preferred car hire company in Palmerston North offers free cancellation when booking with momondo.

When travelling to Palmerston North during the month of March, we recommend hiring an Economy car in order to be best prepared for the weather and road conditions. An Economy car can handle both the wet and dry road conditions that are often seen in Palmerston North during March, when temperatures are around 14 °C and precipitation is 80 mm on average. Hiring a Economy in Palmerston North will cost you £47/day on average.

Travellers who hire a car in Palmerston North should be aware that the city’s speed limit is 35 mph. Suburban speed limits around Palmerston North are generally 65 mph, whereas speed limits on motorways are 70 mph. Keep in mind that speeds may change depending on what road you’re travelling on, so be on the lookout for posted signage.

If you’re interested in hiring the Kia Soul in Palmerston North, then Hertz is the most popular car hire company in the city that offers this vehicle (as well as other similar SUV hire). Kia Soul hire in Palmerston North from Hertz is £180 per day on average.

In February, Palmerston North usually gets 70 mm of precipitation and has an average temperature of 18 °C. This information can be very helpful when looking at hire cars in Palmerston North as it can help you make the best decision.

Travellers looking to leave from Palmerston North on a road trip around Manawatu-Wanganui or the surrounding areas during the month of February should expect temperatures around 18 °C and about 70 mm of possible rain through the month.

Prices for cars in Palmerston North are updated daily.

The number of operators available for cars in Palmerston North is 19 as of February 2025.

Among different countries, including Palmerston North, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the rental company you're considering before booking.

All drivers must have a valid full driving license when renting a car in Palmerston North. If the license is written in a different language from the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car overseas, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. It is always advisable to check with the individual rental company you're booking with.