Suzuki Jimny hire for South Island road trips

Explore the South Island in a Jimny — check availability for your road trip

Compact 4WDs built for New Zealand road trips. Snow chains included in winter. Rooftop camping setups available.

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From $90/day

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  • Christchurch & Queenstown pickup
  • Minimum 3-day hire
  • Gravel roads welcome

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Most booked for South Island trips

Beige Suzuki Jimny with headlights on in alpine setting, snow-capped mountains. – Jimny Rentals.

Jimny (Standard)

Simple, capable, easy winter travel

From $90/day

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Suzuki Jimny by lake with snow-capped mountains. – Jimny Rentals.

Jimny + Rooftop Tent

The full NZ road trip setup

From $165/day

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Built for South Island winter driving

Snowy mountain roads, alpine towns, and changing conditions — Jimnys are made for it.

  • Snow chains included
  • Easy to drive on narrow alpine roads
  • Perfect for gravel + backroads
  • Compact = less stress in winter conditions

Plan your summer road trip now

Explore New Zealand properly — with a rooftop tent, full camping setup, and the freedom to stop anywhere.

  • Rooftop tent + cooking gear available
  • Travel at your own pace
  • Ideal for South Island road trips
  • No need for campsites every night

☀️ Summer dates are already booking — secure your trip early

Why a Jimny?

Not your standard rental — this is how you explore New Zealand properly.

Suzuki Jimny in scenic South Island landscape. – Jimny Rentals.

Compact

Easy to park, easy to drive, perfect for small towns and tight alpine roads

Tan Suzuki Jimny with rooftop tent on gravel road, Lake Tekapo region, South Island

Capable

Built for gravel roads, scenic routes, and getting off the main highway

Woman beside white Suzuki Jimny with deployed rooftop tent and ladder, lakeside. – Jimny Rentals.

Adventure-ready

Optional rooftop tent setups for the full road trip experience

A better way to road trip than a campervan

  • Easier to drive (especially on narrow roads)
  • Access more places
  • Lower fuel costs
  • More flexible travel

Simple, transparent pricing

From $90/day

  • No hidden fees
  • Flexible cancellation
  • Everything you need for your trip
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What our customers say

Rated 5.0 on Google

Coole Jimny Vermietung in Christchurch.
Der Buchungsprozess war super einfach und transparent. Bei der Abholung stand der Jimny fertig da und es gab eine kleine Einführung.
Wir haben im Anschluss die 10 Tage sehr genossen. Besonders gefallen hat uns, wie einfach das Dachzelt zu bedienen war. Am Ende habe ich es in 2 Minuten alleine zusammengepackt- easy. Der Jimny fährt sich super. Genau das Richtige für die engen Strassen auf der Südinsel und ausreichend für die vielen Pässe, die wir überquert haben. Die Rückgabe war auch in 5 Minuten erledigt. Wir haben den Wagen nur schweren Herzens wieder zurückgegeben.
Alles in Allem: Wir würden wieder bei Jimny Renates mieten.
Renting a Jimny for our trip to South Island (Queenstown) was the best decision. I highly recommend Jimny NZ, all the processes were very smooth, communication with Grace and Adam was perfect too. The car was in great condition! I would definitely rent a Jimny again with them.
Love the short wheel base Jimny! So much more fun than the rest of the standard hires. Loved zipping through the fords while the other struggled and our lugged fitted perfectly.

Easy company to deal with and loved supporting an owner manged business - you just know they care more!
I rented a Suzuki Jimny during my trip to New Zealand and absolutely loved it! The car was fantastic, fun to drive, reliable, and perfect for exploring the South Island . The booking process was smooth and straightforward, and Adam and Grace were professional, friendly, and easy to deal with. I'd highly recommend them to anyone visiting New Zealand. An all-around great experience!
We used Jimny NZ on our recent trip around the south island. Easy to book, pick up and drop off. Grace and Adam were very responsive on emails. Would highly recommend.
Is it possible for renting a car to not just be *painless* but genuinely a *pleasure*? Yes.

Renting with Jimny NZ puts every other car rental to shame, and we'll be coming back to them again and again. Can't recommend more highly.

Frequently asked questions

  • Can you sleep in the Jimny?

    Yes, with the Adventure Package rooftop tent.

  • Where can I pick up the vehicle?

    Christchurch or Queenstown.

  • Can I drive gravel roads?

    Yes. Gravel roads are welcome. Off-roading is not allowed.

  • Is bedding included?

    Sleeping bags and pillows are optional extras.

  • Do Jimnys work in winter?

    Yes. Snow chains are included in winter.

  • Are Jimnys good for South Island winter trips?

    Yes. They are compact, practical and well suited to winter travel — easy to drive on alpine roads and in small towns, with snow chains included in winter.

  • What is the minimum hire period?

    3 days.

Planning a South Island trip?

Whether you’re travelling this winter or planning for summer, vehicles are limited — check availability now to secure your dates.

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