About Zeal Rentals

Zeal Rentals offers long-term car rentals to suit a range of requirements. Whether you’re looking to explore NZ at your own pace, or looking for a car while on your working holiday, Zeal Rentals has got you covered with low-cost, flexible, secure vehicles!

Why choose Zeal Rentals

The Zeal Rentals range of quality and well maintained vehicles are affordable and reliable. We offer a range of vehicle types to suit a variety of requirements and budgets and back them up with outstanding customer service and world class insurance included.

  • Kiwi Owned & Operated

  • Flexible Renting Options

  • Fast Customer Service

  • Rental Vehicle Association Member

We believe there’s a better way to get a long-term car.

Zeal Rentals is on a mission to simplify how people travel long-term in New Zealand. Whether visiting one’s family, finding a replacement car, or staying for work, travellers need an affordable, reliable, and flexible option to get around and enjoy our beautiful country.

Your safety is our priority

Trust and safety are at the forefront of everything we do. All our rented cars are fully insured and comply with New Zealand’s stringent vehicle fitness standards – including the ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) & ESC (Electronic Stability Control) systems. Whether you’re planning a weekend escape or settling in for a longer stay, you can drive with confidence.

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Zeal Rentals is proudly powered by our sister company, Mode Rentals — a trusted name in New Zealand’s car rental industry with over 30 years of trading history. Together, we’re here to keep you moving with comfort, safety, and reliability.

Our history

Zeal Rentals was founded by migrants to New Zealand who understood the need for a reliable long‑term car rental option that gave newcomers the freedom to explore while settling in. They wanted safe, affordable vehicles that could comfortably transport them and their families as they adjusted to their new surroundings. Today, Zeal Rentals is owned and operated by a New Zealand family, and the business can trace its roots back more than 30 years in the car rental industry. That legacy has grown into the flexible, customer focused service we are proud to offer today.

Over the years, Zeal Rentals has strengthened its commitment to providing convenient, long‑term rental options that let travellers focus on their journeys rather than the logistics. Our rentals offer an economical alternative to buying a vehicle, leasing, or short‑term rentals, giving families and explorers the freedom to travel and reconnect without breaking the bank.

Genuine support

When you book a car at Zeal Rentals, you’re choosing a local business that believes in quality and genuine customer support. From start to end, we are here to ensure your experience with us is as smooth as possible. 

All our rented vehicles include the following complimentary additions for your comfort:

  • Backed by over 30 years of trusted industry history

  • Rated 4+ stars on Google by happy customers

  • 24/7 Roadside Assistance for peace of mind

  • Complimentary airport shuttle service

  • 5 convenient locations across NZ

  • First additional driver free of charge

  • Generous cap of 48,000 km per year

The Zeal Rentals Difference

Member of Rental Vehicle Association

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