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Senior Car Hire Across New Zealand

With GO Rentals, we have no maximum age limit for drivers to rent a car. As New Zealand's largest independent Kiwi-owned car rental company, we go beyond just getting you from A to B.

You can gain unlimited kilometres, an AA Members discount and a range of safe and reliable vehicles to suit any trip. Whether you're planning a bucket-list retirement trip, visiting grandchildren or taking advantage of a low-season mid-week break, we can help you to get GOing.

Senior Driver Rules

  • No medical certificate required

    Unlike other car rental companies, we don’t require a medical certificate for senior drivers.

  • No age limit

    Age is just a number! We don’t have an upper age limit to rent a car. Keep exploring with GO.

  • No senior driver fee

    We don’t charge an additional fee for senior drivers. Get GOing with affordable rates.

  • Full driver's licence

    We just require a full, valid driver’s licence to rent a senior car hire. Foreign licences must be in English.

Safe and Reliable Senior Rental Cars

All of our car rentals are well-maintained and come with an automatic transmission and a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. With 24/7 roadside assistance, basic insurance and unlimited kilometres included, your smooth car rental experience is a priority.

Hybrid Car Rentals

Hybrid cars are generally more fuel-efficient than standard petrol cars as the electric battery reduces the load on the engine. With fewer petrol stops, you can roll into an easy drive.

Suzuki Swift Hybrid or similar

  • 0 - 1 year(s) old
  • 5 seats
  • 1 large bag
  • 1 small bag
  • 1200 cc engine
  • Automatic
  • Petrol Hybrid
  • 4.7L / 100km
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™
  • Bluetooth
  • Touchscreen Infotainment

Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid

  • 0 - 1 year(s) old
  • 5 seats
  • 1 large bag
  • 2 small bags
  • 1490 cc engine
  • Automatic
  • Petrol Hybrid
  • 4.2L / 100km
  • Petrol Hybrid
  • Reverse Camera
  • 5 Star ANCAP Rating
  • Road Sign Assist
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Exterior side image of a Toyota Camry Hybrid parked up with a view looking down over a turquoise lake with a man taking pictures
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Rear image of a blue Toyota Camry Hybrid on a white background
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Interior rear image of a Toyota Camry Hybrid rental car showing the backseats with one seat in fold down position

Sleek Sedan Hire

The sedan driving experience is smooth, reliable and easy. Slip into the driver's seat of a sedan car hire for an effortless drive.

Toyota Corolla Sedan

  • 7 - 8 year(s) old
  • 5 seats
  • 2 large bags
  • 2 small bags
  • 1800 cc engine
  • Automatic
  • Unleaded 91
  • 6.6L / 100km
  • Bluetooth Handsfree Phone
  • 5-Star ANCAP Safety Rating
  • Reversing Camera
  • 1800cc Petrol
Side image of a Toyota Corolla Touring sedan rental car parked up on a road at dusk with mountains in the background
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Compact SUV Car Rental

Hire an easily accessible and versatile compact SUV, ideal for both city and regional driving. Blend both a spacious interior with a compact size for parking for the ultimate driving experience.

Toyota Rav4 AWD

  • 5 - 8 year(s) old
  • 5 seats
  • 3 large bags
  • 4 small bags
  • 2500 cc engine
  • Automatic
  • Unleaded 91
  • 8.5L / 100km
  • All Wheel Drive
  • Reversing Camera
  • 5-Star ANCAP Safety Rating
  • Cruise Control
Exterior image of a Toyota Rav4 rental car parked off-road with snow-capped mountains in the backdrop
Front image of a Toyota Rav4 rental car on a white background
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Interior image of the front of a Toyota Rav4 showing the dashboard and entertainment system
Interior image of the rear of a Toyota Rav4 showing the back seats

Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid

  • 0 - 1 year(s) old
  • 5 seats
  • 1 large bag
  • 2 small bags
  • 1490 cc engine
  • Automatic
  • Petrol Hybrid
  • 4.2L / 100km
  • Petrol Hybrid
  • Reverse Camera
  • 5 Star ANCAP Rating
  • Road Sign Assist
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Exterior side image of a Toyota Camry Hybrid parked up with a view looking down over a turquoise lake with a man taking pictures
Side image of a blue Toyota Camry Hybrid on a white background
Rear image of a blue Toyota Camry Hybrid on a white background
Interior front  image of a Toyota Camry Hybrid rental car showing the dashboard and entertainment system
Interior rear image of a Toyota Camry Hybrid rental car showing the backseats with one seat in fold down position

Why GO with us?

  • FREE basic car rental insurance

    Our basic insurance cover is included in the cost of every car hire with two upgraded insurance options available!

  • One-way car rentals

    We can organise one-way rentals with pick-up in one location and drop-off in another. Stick to your dream itinerary without worrying about circling back.

  • Offset carbon emissions

    In partnership with CarbonClick, you can choose to offset the carbon emission of your GO Rentals road trip.

  • 24hr AA roadside assistance

    All GO Rentals hire cars have access to the AA 24-hour mechanical breakdown assistance and our Tesla EVs have access to Tesla Roadside Assistance.

  • GO App

    With our GO Rentals App, you can book a car, check in faster and even control your Tesla car functions, right from the palm of your hand.

Total Road Care

A comprehensive $3 per day fee ensures your journey is simple and stress-free, we include the following services:

  • Roadside Assistance

    Complimentary callout service for ALL types of breakdowns.

  • Government Road Taxes

    Covers registration costs, safety inspections and road user charges.

  • Toll Road Freedom

    Enjoy free passage on all toll roads, we cover all costs including admin fees.

With Total Road Care, we handle all the essentials so you can focus on the adventure ahead.

Cruise with Peace of Mind

Holidays should be about recharging and relaxation. To minimise any stress or hassle on your part, we offer comprehensive insurance and 24-hour roadside assistance included in our Total Road Care package for all types of breakdowns.

We have 3 levels of insurance for you to choose from:

  • GO Basic - Basic insurance is included as standard. Cost varies depending on vehicle class and the duration of the hire. There will be a bond deposit to pay on pick-up and an excess amount in the unfortunate case of a claim.
  • GO Assured - GO Assured allows you to reduce your excess and bond amount. The upgrade fee is an insurance premium and non-refundable. Cost varies depending on vehicle class.
  • GO Peace of Mind - From $0 bond and excess. The upgrade fee is an insurance premium and non-refundable. Cost varies depending on vehicle class.

What our customers have to say

Drive off with Excellent Service

The Pick Up Process

  1. 1

    You can book online or via phone. Our local team will walk you through your itinerary and available cars to hire.

  2. 2

    Before arriving to collect your car, you can check in online for efficient service, but this is optional.

  3. 3

    At your pick-up location, our friendly team will check your driver's licence, take any bond payment (dependent on vehicle type and insurance selected), and walk you through your insurance and rental agreement.

  4. 4

    An additional driver can be added to your car rental booking for $15, and they will need to provide their physical driver's licence at pick-up.

  5. 5

    We have a long-standing reputation for clean, well-maintained, great vehicles, and our reviews often mention the excellent condition at pick-up. Our helpful team will give you your keys, show you to your vehicle and walk you through the inspection.

  6. 6

    Drive safely and enjoy the GO experience, armed with 24/7 roadside assistance, insurance and total road care.

The Drop Off Process

  1. 1

    Before all drop-offs, your car must be filled with petrol or fully charged, so give yourself extra time to return.

  2. 2

    Most of our locations offer out-of-hours drop-offs. If returning during office hours, our team will guide you to a parking bay and collect the keys from you. If you are returning out of hours, park in a free, signposted GO Rentals parking bay and put your keys in the dropbox.

  3. 3

    Our helpful team will inspect your rental car and confirm if the car is in the same excellent condition. Your bond payment will then be returned to you within 10 days.

With local knowledge and a professional service, the car rental experience is smooth before, during and after your hire period.

Our One Big Snap Happy Family

Our Snap Happy Photo Competition has customers revved up about our car hire in New Zealand! Submit a cool photo of your GO travel memory and be in with a chance to WIN up to $500 back from your booking.

  • A couple standing together outdoors at a cafe with ocean views behind them

    Helena Jannetta

    At Mudbrick vineyard on Waiheke

    This is me with my old boss from the Middle East. We worked together in Dubai for many years before I returned to NZ. He was visiting Auckland for work and so I decided to show him some of the best we have to offer. He was blown away by Waiheke. And we had such a fabulous day on the island.

  • A man in a puffer jacket standing by a car, looking at a wide mountain valley view

    Birgul Ugur

    Coronet Peak

    Warming up with a cup of coffee while gazing out over the breathtaking vistas of Coronet Peak.

  • A couple in hooded jackets posing in front of the red Glenorchy shed on a rainy day

    Michael Frost

    Glenorchy

    Don't let the image fool you. It's a beautiful and easy drive from QT to Glenorchy. Hugging Lake Wakatipu all the way and seeing the change in the lakes colours, beautiful. Sadly, on arrival we were greeted by big winds and persistent rain yet the views of the lake and the surrounding mountains made our day. Big rainbows across the lake on our return and hardly any traffic. Perfect day out in our GO Rental Suzuki Swift. Now your turn to do it!

  • Two men posing on a mountaintop with a coastal town and ocean below

    Sean Stafford

    At the top of Mt. Pauanui

    Photo of myself on the right and a friend from New Zealand that I hadn seen in almost 20 years. It was great to catch up after all the time.

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Keep your Wheels Turning with a Senior Car Hire!

Age is just a number with GO Rentals. With no age limit, no medical certificate requirement and no senior car hire fees, it's super easy to rent a car in your 60s, 70s, 80s and further.

With locations across the North and South Islands, you can easily explore New Zealand to your heart's content. Drive off with unlimited kilometres, 24/7 roadside assistance and a safe, reliable and clean car rental.

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