Dollar, Christchurch Car hire

Address
Pick-up
Drop-off
Opening Hours
Deposit policy
Accepted Cards
E-voucher
Age requirements
Driver's License Requirements
Additional Extras
Cross Border
Cross Islands
Distances to Landmarks

Dollar - Christchurch Information, Car hire Instructions & Policies

Address

150 KILMORE ST,CHRISTCHURCH,8013,NZ

Telephone

+64800243789

Pick-up Instructions

Pickup instruction is being collected.

Drop-off Instructions

Return instruction is being collected.

Opening Hours

Days of Week	Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
Opening hours	CLOSED	08:30 -11:30 14:00 -17:00	08:30 -11:30 14:00 -17:00	08:30 -11:30 14:00 -17:00	08:30 -11:30 14:00 -17:00	08:30 -11:30 14:00 -17:00	CLOSED

Deposit policy

Deposits are depending on which car type your rental car falls into, and can be paid with credit cards (pre-authorization)

Representative Car Models	Deposit Amount(approx.)	Business Days Required for Refund
Applicable to all car types，incl. Compact，Suv，Economy，Mini and others. Pack up ^	USD300-5000	30-60

Accepted Cards

Credit cards issued by the following companies qualify a car hire from this store: Visa, Master

E-voucher

Yes. E-voucher is accepted. Show the digital voucher on your mobile instead of a print-out is good enough.

Age requirements

18 - 80 years old

Driver's License Requirements

The main driver and any additional drivers will need to provide a physical full driving license in their name with no major endorsements. The license should be held for at least 1 year(s).

For foreign renters, you need to bring:

Original driving licence + NZTA Translation

The New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA), a professional organization, certifies driver's license translations specifically intended for self-driving rental vehicles within the New Zealand. Free online NZTA for Japanese driver's license holders: https://www.qeeq.com/nzta-topic

Original driving licence + International Driving Permit (IDP)

Please note that an International Driving Permit (IDP) is only a translation. You must present your original driving licence together with the original IDP at the counter — photocopies or scanned copies are not accepted.

For local renters, you need to bring:

Full Driving License issued in New Zealand

Additional Extras

Extras Prices

Additional driver

Note that all drivers must provide their valid documentation.

NZD 5.5/day

capped at NZD 27.5

GPS rental

Provided by the local stores. Usually, interface and voice are of the local language.

NZD 12.6/day

Infant car seat rental

Recommended for children weighing under 20 lbs /9kg (birth to approx. 1-12 months).

NZD 14.95/day

Child car seat rental

Recommended for children weighing 20-40 lbs /9-18kg (approx. 1 - 3 years)‌

NZD 14.95/day

capped at NZD 59.8

Child booster seat rental

Recommended for children weighing 40-80 lbs /18-36 kg

NZD 14.95/day

capped at NZD 59.8

Cross Border

To be updated

Cross Islands

Free of Charge:

Towards any New Zealand islands, taking rental cars is allowed and free of charge.

For rentals starting on one island and ending on the other, the below new process will apply. Two separate bookings will now be required Dollar has depots right on the main lnterislander Ferry terminal at Wellington and Picton. For rentals starting and ending on the same island, but travelling on both islands, please keep the same vehicle for the entire duration of the trip. Please keep in mind that the customer will need to pay for the vehicle on two ferry trips. A fee will be charged if the vehicle is not returned to the same island it was rented from. Hertz will assess a fee based on the actual cost of relocating the vehicle, up to a maximum of NZD$1,000, plus GST.

Ferry Transportation: Allowed

Dollar allows you to bring the rental vehicle on the ferry. However ferry companies may charge you to bring a vehicle across Cook Strait.

Excess

Collision Damage Waiver Excess differs by car model:

NZD for Toyota Yaris Cross Or Similar,Toyota Corolla 1.6 Quest,Kia Niro Hybrid,Fiat Pulse Or Similar,Cubic Metre Van,Renault Trafic,Vw Polo,Mystery Vehicle,Toyota Camry Hybrid,Bmw 3 Series,H2 Toyota Kluger Hybrid-4wd,Skoda Kodiaq,Ford Mustang Gt,Mercedes Vito 9s,Toyota Camry Hybrid,Renault Captur,Renault Symbioz,Toyota Rav4,Mitsubishi Outlander,Iveco Daily,Toyota Prado,Ford Ranger-4wd,Kia Carnival 8 Seater Or Similar,Polestar 2,Mystery Vehicle Commercial,

NZD 5900-7900 for other car models.

NZD 5500 for Toyota Corolla 1.6 Quest,

NZD 5500 for Kia Niro Hybrid,

NZD 5900 for Fiat Pulse Or Similar,

NZD 6001 for Cubic Metre Van,

NZD 6001 for Renault Trafic,

NZD 5500 for Vw Polo,

NZD 5500 for Toyota Camry Hybrid,

NZD for Bmw 3 Series,

NZD 6001 for H2 Toyota Kluger Hybrid-4wd,

NZD 6001 for Skoda Kodiaq,

NZD 7200 for Ford Mustang Gt,

NZD 6001 for Mercedes Vito 9s,

NZD for Toyota Camry Hybrid,

NZD for Renault Captur,

NZD 5500 for Renault Symbioz,

NZD 5500 for Toyota Rav4,

NZD 5500 for Mitsubishi Outlander,

NZD 6001 for Iveco Daily,

NZD 6001 for Toyota Prado,

NZD 6001 for Ford Ranger-4wd,

NZD 6001 for Kia Carnival 8 Seater Or Similar,

NZD 6001 for Polestar 2,

NZD for Hertz Mystery Vehicle,

NZD 5900 for ,

NZD 6900 for ,

Theft Insurance Excess differs by car model:

NZD 5900-7900 for other car models.

NZD for Toyota Corolla 1.6 Quest,

NZD for Kia Niro Hybrid,

NZD for Fiat Pulse Or Similar,

NZD for Cubic Metre Van,

NZD for Renault Trafic,

NZD for Vw Polo,

NZD for Toyota Camry Hybrid,

NZD for Bmw 3 Series,

NZD for H2 Toyota Kluger Hybrid-4wd,

NZD for Skoda Kodiaq,

NZD for Ford Mustang Gt,

NZD for Mercedes Vito 9s,

NZD for Renault Captur,

NZD for Renault Symbioz,

NZD for Toyota Rav4,

NZD for Mitsubishi Outlander,

NZD for Iveco Daily,

NZD for Toyota Prado,

NZD for Ford Ranger-4wd,

NZD for Kia Carnival 8 Seater Or Similar,

NZD for Polestar 2,

NZD for Hertz Mystery Vehicle,

NZD 5900 for ,

NZD 6900 for ,

Third Party Liability Insurance Excess differs by car model:

NZD 5900-7900 for other car models.

NZD 5500 for Toyota Corolla 1.6 Quest,

NZD 6001 for Polestar 2,

NZD 6001 for Kia Carnival 8 Seater Or Similar,

NZD 6001 for Ford Ranger-4wd,

NZD 6001 for Toyota Prado,

NZD 6001 for Iveco Daily,

NZD 5500 for Kia Niro Hybrid,

NZD 5900 for Fiat Pulse Or Similar,

NZD 6001 for Cubic Metre Van,

NZD 6001 for Renault Trafic,

NZD 5500 for Vw Polo,

NZD 5500 for Mitsubishi Outlander,

NZD 5500 for Toyota Rav4,

NZD 5500 for Renault Symbioz,

NZD 6001 for Mercedes Vito 9s,

NZD 7200 for Ford Mustang Gt,

NZD 6001 for Skoda Kodiaq,

NZD 6001 for H2 Toyota Kluger Hybrid-4wd,

NZD 5500 for Toyota Camry Hybrid,

NZD for Toyota Camry Hybrid,

NZD for Renault Captur,

NZD for Bmw 3 Series,

NZD for Hertz Mystery Vehicle,

Fuel Policy (what does it mean)

Full to Full

Distances to Airports | Railway Stations | Hotels | Other Landmarks

Airports

9.4 km from Christchurch Airport

Hotels

0.4 km from Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square

0.4 km from Fino Hotel and Suites

0.8 km from All Stars Inn on Bealey

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coordinates: -43.526945 172.639259

Guest Reviews

Total points： 9.0 / 10 Excellent

Vehicle condition: 0.0
Vehicle cleanliness: 0.0
Spaciousness: 0.0
Counter staff: 0.0
Pick-up location: 0.0
Drop-off location: 0.0
Pick-up time: 10-30 mins
Drop-off time: 10-30 mins

Jonas Wilson
Christchurch
10 /10 Excellent
Reviewed: Sunday, February 8, 2026
Overall very good, including the car condition. The only improvement needed is that the store phone is a voice call system that's hard to communicate with. Also, they charged a road usage fee, and my email inquiry to their sales team received no response.
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Randolph Titus
Christchurch
8 /10 Very good
Reviewed: Sunday, February 8, 2026
Quite satisfied, the car was in great condition, and the pickup and return were convenient.
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Where is the Car hire Store Location?

150 KILMORE ST,CHRISTCHURCH,8013,NZ

What is the Telephone Number?

+64800243789

What are the Accepted Cards as Payment Methods for this Car hire Store?

Can I Pick up Rental Cars with a E-voucher?

Yes. E-voucher is accepted. Show the digital voucher on your mobile instead of a print-out is good enough.

What are the Driver Age Requirements for this Car hire Store?

18 - 80 years old

What are the Driving Licence Requirements to Rent a Car from this Car hire Store?

The main driver and any additional drivers will need to provide a physical full driving license in their name with no major endorsements. The license should be held for at least 1 year(s).

For foreign renters, you need to bring:

Original driving licence + NZTA Translation
The New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA), a professional organization, certifies driver's license translations specifically intended for self-driving rental vehicles within the New Zealand. Free online NZTA for Japanese driver's license holders: https://www.qeeq.com/nzta-topic

Original driving licence + International Driving Permit (IDP)
Please note that an International Driving Permit (IDP) is only a translation. You must present your original driving licence together with the original IDP at the counter — photocopies or scanned copies are not accepted.
For local renters, you need to bring:

Full Driving License issued in New Zealand

Additional Extras

Additional driver NZD 5.5/day
capped at NZD 27.5
Note that all drivers must provide their valid documentation.
GPS rental NZD 12.6/day
Provided by the local stores. Usually, interface and voice are of the local language.
Infant car seat rental NZD 14.95/day
Recommended for children weighing under 20 lbs /9kg (birth to approx. 1-12 months).
Child car seat rental NZD 14.95/day
capped at NZD 59.8
Recommended for children weighing 20-40 lbs /9-18kg (approx. 1 - 3 years)‌
Child booster seat rental NZD 14.95/day
capped at NZD 59.8
Recommended for children weighing 40-80 lbs /18-36 kg

What are the Distances to Airports | Railway Stations | Hotels | Other Landmarks from this Store?

Airports
9.4 km from Christchurch Airport
Hotels
0.4 km from Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square
0.4 km from Fino Hotel and Suites
0.8 km from All Stars Inn on Bealey

Dollar, Christchurch Car hire

Dollar - Christchurch Information, Car hire Instructions & Policies

Address

Telephone

Pick-up Instructions

Drop-off Instructions

Opening Hours

Deposit policy

Accepted Cards

E-voucher

Age requirements

Driver's License Requirements

Additional Extras

Cross Border

Cross Islands

Free of Charge:

Excess

Fuel Policy (what does it mean)

Distances to Airports | Railway Stations | Hotels | Other Landmarks

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Where is the Car hire Store Location?

What is the Telephone Number?

What are the Accepted Cards as Payment Methods for this Car hire Store?

Can I Pick up Rental Cars with a E-voucher?

What are the Driver Age Requirements for this Car hire Store?

What are the Driving Licence Requirements to Rent a Car from this Car hire Store?

For foreign renters, you need to bring:

For local renters, you need to bring:

Additional Extras

Additional driver NZD 5.5/day

GPS rental NZD 12.6/day

Infant car seat rental NZD 14.95/day

Child car seat rental NZD 14.95/day

Child booster seat rental NZD 14.95/day

What are the Distances to Airports | Railway Stations | Hotels | Other Landmarks from this Store?

Airports

Hotels