For a Complete Peace of Mind
An Electric SMALL suv
Try the Full Electric BMW i3s
This is an amazing car. You will never go back to fossil fuel after you drive this.
It comes with FREE fast charging around Northland, so zero fuel cost.
Typically it will do around 180kms per full charge, charging time on fast charger approx 20 minutes to 80%.
- Up to 4 Passengers
- Air Conditioning
- Full Electric
- Insurance Available
- FREE Charging - No fuel costs
- Satnav included
From $120 / Day

Our Rates
1 - 2 Days
With Standard Insurance-
Unlimited Kms
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AA Roadside Assistance
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No $40 airport fee
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No $40 remote location fee
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No credit Card Fees
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Northern Gateway Toll charges included
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Free delivery around the Bay of Islands - doesn't include Russell
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Bond may be required
3 - 6 Days
With Standard Insurance-
Unlimited Kms
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AA Roadside Assistance
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No $40 airport fee
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No $40 remote location fee
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No Credit Card Fees
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Northern Gateway Toll charges included
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Free delivery around the Bay of Islands - doesn't include Russell
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Bond may be required
7 - 13 Days
With Standard Insurance-
Unlimited Kms
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AA Roadside Assistance
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No $40 airport fee
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No $40 remote location fee
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No Credit Card Fees
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Northern Gateway Toll charges included
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Free delivery around the Bay of Islands - doesn't include Russell
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Bond may be required
14+ Days
With Standard Insurance-
Unlimited Kms
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AA Roadside Assistance
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No $40 airport fee
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No $40 remote location fee
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No Credit Card Fees
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Northern Gateway Toll charges included
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Free delivery around the Bay of Islands - doesn't include Russell
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Bond may be required
Key Features

Our Mission
We want you to experience both the amazing sight, sounds and culture of Northland and the drive and enjoyment of Hybrid and Electric cars. We believe electric cars have a large role to play in the future of travel.
Enjoy Northland
Northland has so many things to enjoy. From the magnificent scenery and climate, to a myriad of things to do such as Sailing, fishing on the water to famous and spectacular golf courses, the Twin Coast Cycle Trail, museums and a great range of restaurants and other eateries.
Insurance Options
Risk Taker
Standard Insurance-
Unlimited Kms
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AA Roadside Assistance
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$3000 Excess
In the Middle
Best of Both World-
Unlimited Kms
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AA Roadside Assistance
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$250 Excess
Peace of Mind
Zero Excess-
Unlimited Kms
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AA Roadside Assistance
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No Excess
An eco-friendly car rental service in the Bay of Islands
Blue Star Car Rentals is a NZ family-owned and operated car hire company with a difference: you get the choice to hire hybrid cars and make your trip a greener one.
Our fleet consists of hybrid vehicles, including both compact hybrids and hybrid SUVs, as well as larger vehicles like an 8-seater people carrier and multi purpose vehicles. All our vehicles are economical, especially the hybrid cars, making your travel economical.
Based in the Bay of Islands region of New Zealand, we offer some fabulous deals if you’re looking to hire a car on your trip up north. Our cars are perfect if you’re travelling around Kerikeri, Paihia, Opua, Kaitaia, Whangarei or any other Bay of Islands town. If you’re flying in from Christchurch, Wellington or some other NZ city, you can find a ride right from the Bay of Islands airport (Kerikeri airport).
We also offer accommodation in the Bay of Islands at Blue Star Lodge in Kerikeri. We can also help with travel tips and local insights. The next time you’re planning to travel around Bay of Islands, be it in the sunny summer months or during winter, support local and book a car from Blue Star Car Rentals for a great trip.