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Suzuki Jimny hire for South Island winter road trips

Suzuki Jimny for South Island winter road trips

Explore the South Island this winter.

Snowy mountain roads, quiet towns, alpine scenery. Compact Jimnys are practical and easy to drive — and snow chains are included in winter.

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Christchurch and Queenstown pickup · Minimum 3 day hire · Gravel roads welcome

Why a Jimny?

Suzuki Jimny beside lake with dramatic mountain and cloudscape. – Jimny Rentals.

Compact

Easy to drive and park on alpine roads and in small South Island towns.

Suzuki Jimny with rooftop tent in scenic landscape. – Jimny Rentals.

Capable

Ideal for gravel roads and scenic backroads.

Tan Suzuki Jimny with rooftop tent on gravel road with snow-capped mountains, South Island

Winter ready

Snow chains included in winter for South Island travel.

Two fleets. One adventure.

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

Christchurch fleet

Rooftop tents and camping gear available. A great base for South Island road trips and winter escapes.

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

Queenstown fleet

Airport pickup nearby. Snow chains included in winter. No rooftop tents — ideal for exploring Queenstown and surrounding alpine destinations.

Queenstown Jimny hire

Adventure Package

Rooftop tent, 12v fridge, camp chairs, cooking gear and storage boxes — everything you need for a proper South Island trip. Available with our Christchurch fleet.

  • Rooftop tent
  • 12v fridge
  • Camp chairs
  • Cooking gear
  • Storage boxes
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Where to go this winter

Tekapo & Mount Cook

Alpine lakes, starry skies and dramatic mountain scenery.

Arthur's Pass

Cross the Southern Alps and explore the West Coast.

Central Otago & Queenstown

Vineyards, lakes and alpine towns in the south.

Planning a South Island winter road trip?

Discover routes, destinations and campsites with our free South Island travel planner.

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South Island Travel Planner

Routes, itineraries and campsites

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How it works

1

Book online

Choose your dates and vehicle.

2

Pick up

Collect from Christchurch or Queenstown.

3

Explore

Drive, camp and explore the South Island.

What our customers say

Rated 5.0 on Google

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.
Ramsés Eduardo Arriaga A.
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.
Jonny M.
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.
Alexander W.
We had a great time with the Jimny a real easy fun car to drive and cheap as chips to run will be hiring again to do the Rainbow thanks guys your customer service is the best
Ray C.
Bought a bonnet protector from here,real quick delivery, and I am really pleased with it
Ian W.
All I can say is we had a great experience with Jimny NZ. Collection and returning of the car was straight forward and super easy. Adam and Grace were prompt in their replies and helpful! The condition of the car was excellent and we had no problems driving all around south island.

Funny enough we got attached to the car after spending 12 days with it and got sad when it was time to return it. A jimny in Singapore costs $150k!! So getting a taste of it in NZ has been a dream come true!

Nevertheless, if you're travelling as a couple, I'd highly recommend renting out a jimny from Jimny NZ to explore south island!
Mohd I.
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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.

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Ready for a South Island winter adventure?

Book early for winter travel. Check availability and reserve your Jimny.

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