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.
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.
What kind of trip are you planning?
Winter driving
Snow chains, alpine roads, and cold-weather confidence in a compact 4WD.
Summer road trip
Long days, scenic routes, and freedom to explore at your own pace.
Rooftop camping
Rooftop tent and gear from Christchurch for the full South Island setup.
Simple car hire
Just the Jimny — no tent or camping gear, Christchurch or Queenstown.
Most booked for South Island trips
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.
Compact
Easy to park, easy to drive, perfect for small towns and tight alpine roads
Capable
Built for gravel roads, scenic routes, and getting off the main highway
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
What our customers say
Rated 5.0 on Google
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.
Hired 2 door Jimny (N04) with rooftop tent + equipment for a two week South Island adventure in 2025. Fantastic little car and no dramas getting around and so easy to park! Did the full loop from CHCH to Lake Pukaki, Dunedin, Milford Sounds, Wanaka, Nelson, Kaikoura, and then back to CHCH. Tent, equipment, and Jimny all functional and clean. Adam and Grace were wonderful to interact with.
We had the most fantastic experience with Jimny Rentals. Grace and Adam contacted us before picking up our Jimny with highly detailed information and kept us updated throughout and after the rental. Our Jimny was in perfect condition and was the best way to explore Queenstown and to go on roadtrips with. We would highly recommend renting a Jimny from Grace and Adam for your NZ trip!
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!
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
Frequently asked questions
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Can you sleep in the Jimny?
Yes, with the Adventure Package rooftop tent.
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Where can I pick up the vehicle?
Christchurch or Queenstown.
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Can I drive gravel roads?
Yes. Gravel roads are welcome. Off-roading is not allowed.
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Is bedding included?
Sleeping bags and pillows are optional extras.
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Do Jimnys work in winter?
Yes. Snow chains are included in winter.
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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.
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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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