Quality fleet with late model cars at older model prices; Complimentary Airport Shuttle Service; After hour pick up and drop off service.
When hiring a car from Touchdown, your vehicle will come with mandatory insurance included. This comes standard with a maximum excess of $4,000. This excess can be reduced by purchasing one of our excess reduction packages:
For $30 per day the maximum excess will be reduced to $750
For $45 per day the maximum excess will be reduced to $0
Only the $45 excess reduction package includes complimentary windscreen and tyre damage repairs.
For premium cars the standard excess is $5,000 and can be reduced to $750 for $45 per day. There is no zero excess option for premium vehicles.
The insurance coverage pertains only to the vehicle hire. Damage to any accessories hired will be the liability of the hirer. Touchdown Car Rentals takes no responsibility for damage caused to any equipment that is mounted to roof racks on our vehicles. It is the hirer's responsibility to ensure skis and any other equipment are safe and secure.
Please do not leave any of our convertible hire vehicles unattended in the Arthurs Pass National Park area. Local birds called Keas will likely damage the soft top of the vehicle and this damage will not be covered by your rental insurance.
Returnable bonds of either: $500 authorisation of a credit card or a cash bond of $2,000
Your bond will not be cashed (credit card) or will be refunded (cash) if no damages or fines have occurred during your hire period. All our hire cars go through a pre and post hire inspection to check for existing and new damage.
Additional fees
An admin fee of $35 is charged for any vehicles returned without a full tank of fuel on top of the cost of the fuel.
An admin fee of $35 is charged on top of any infringements or fines issued during the hire.
Price includes complimentary ski racks and chains for all Ski Max bookings
Quality fleet with late model cars at older model prices; Complimentary Airport Shuttle Service; After hour pick up and drop off service.
When hiring a car from Touchdown, your vehicle will come with mandatory insurance included. This comes standard with a maximum excess of $4,000. This excess can be reduced by purchasing one of our excess reduction packages:
For $30 per day the maximum excess will be reduced to $750
For $45 per day the maximum excess will be reduced to $0
Only the $45 excess reduction package includes complimentary windscreen and tyre damage repairs.
For premium cars the standard excess is $5,000 and can be reduced to $750 for $45 per day. There is no zero excess option for premium vehicles.
The insurance coverage pertains only to the vehicle hire. Damage to any accessories hired will be the liability of the hirer. Touchdown Car Rentals takes no responsibility for damage caused to any equipment that is mounted to roof racks on our vehicles. It is the hirer's responsibility to ensure skis and any other equipment are safe and secure.
Please do not leave any of our convertible hire vehicles unattended in the Arthurs Pass National Park area. Local birds called Keas will likely damage the soft top of the vehicle and this damage will not be covered by your rental insurance.
Returnable bonds of either: $500 authorisation of a credit card or a cash bond of $2,000
Your bond will not be cashed (credit card) or will be refunded (cash) if no damages or fines have occurred during your hire period. All our hire cars go through a pre and post hire inspection to check for existing and new damage.
Additional fees
An admin fee of $35 is charged for any vehicles returned without a full tank of fuel on top of the cost of the fuel.
An admin fee of $35 is charged on top of any infringements or fines issued during the hire.
Price includes complimentary ski racks and chains for all Ski Max bookings
This all new Ford Mustang Convertible is a bit of a beast, but also a beauty. This sporty hire car promises an exhilarating drive, whether you're on a short road trip, or travelling further afield, for business or pleasure. This unit can accommodate up to 4 passengers; can fit 3 bags (1 large, 2 small); and has 2 doors.
Features: Automatic, Airconditioning, Electronic Stability Control, Remote Locking, Airbags - Front Driver, ABS, Airbags, Airbags - Front Passenger
This compact crossover SUV is a great rental car for families or friends travelling in the South Island. This unit can accommodate up to 5 passengers; can fit 6 bags (2 large, 4 small); and has 5 doors.
Features: Automatic, Airconditioning, Hybrid, Electronic Stability Control, USB, Remote Locking, Airbags, All Wheel Drive, Bluetooth, Power Steering, 5 Star (ancap)
The 2023 Subaru Outback rental car is packed with features and technology to put your trip around the rugged South Island in a class of its own. This unit can accommodate up to 5 passengers; can fit 7 bags (3 large, 4 small); and has 5 doors.
Features: Automatic, Airconditioning, 4 Wheel Drive, ABS, Power Steering, Remote Locking, Airbags, Electronic Stability Control, USB, Power Windows, 5 star (ancap)
The 7 Seater AWD Toyota Highlander LTD SUV rental is a dream to drive! The powerful 2.5 litre petrol engine will help you navigate the South Island's rugged landscape with ease. This unit can accommodate up to 7 passengers; can fit 7 bags (3 large, 4 small); and has 5 doors.
Features: Automatic, Airconditioning, 4 Wheel Drive, Electronic Stability Control, Bluetooth, Power Steering, Remote Locking, Airbags, Cruise Control, ABS, USB, Power Windows, 5 star (ancap)
Drive the 7 seater premium 4WD Toyota Land Cruiser Prado rental car - a mid-size SUV packed full of features to transport your group around the South Island in style. This unit can accommodate up to 7 passengers; can fit 7 bags (3 large, 4 small); and has 5 doors.
Features: Automatic, Airconditioning, Electronic Stability Control, USB, Power Windows, 5 star (ancap), Satelite Navigation, ABS, Power Steering, Remote Locking, Airbags