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Cheap Car Hire in South Australia

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South Australia car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in South Australia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 May 2024.

Most popular company

Bargain Car Rentals

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

R336

Cheapest price per day

R321

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in South Australia?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in South Australia and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 13 May 2024.

January

R642

February

R642

March

R808

April

R679

May

R734

June

R587

July

R624

August

R606

September

R716

October

R734

November

R697

December

R808

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in South Australia is June. The most expensive time to rent a car is March. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in South Australia

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in South Australia to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 May 2024.

Small cars

R330 - R1 836

All Car Types

R330 - R1 990

To hire a small car in South Australia, you would pay an average price of R579/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a small car in South Australia (~R330/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R1 836/day). In fact, August is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for South Australia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Australia, renting a small car saves you 31% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a medium car in South Australia, you would pay an average price of R614/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in South Australia (~R370/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R2 157/day). In fact, May is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for South Australia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Australia, renting a medium car saves you 27% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in South Australia, you would pay an average price of R917/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in South Australia (~R637/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R3 192/day). In fact, February is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for South Australia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Australia, renting a SUV is 10% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Top rental agencies in South Australia

Explore the leading car hire agencies in South Australia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in South Australia. Reviews were last updated on 13 May 2024.

Thrifty

9,3
Wonderful
1 review10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,3

Comfort

9,3

Overall

9,3

Pick-up/drop-off

9,3

Value

8,0

Avis

9,1
Wonderful
6 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,4

Comfort

9,4

Overall

9,1

Pick-up/drop-off

9,1

Value

8,5

Hertz

8,9
Very Good
10 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

8,9

Overall

8,9

Pick-up/drop-off

9,0

Value

8,1

Budget

8,6
Very Good
5 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,6

Pick-up/drop-off

8,6

Value

8,0

Sixt

8,6
Very Good
9 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,2

Comfort

9,0

Overall

8,6

Pick-up/drop-off

9,0

Value

8,3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,0
Very Good
2 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,3

Comfort

9,3

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,3

Value

9,3

Ace Rental Cars

7,6
Good
3 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

6,8

Overall

7,6

Pick-up/drop-off

7,2

Value

8,0

Europcar

7,2
Good
9 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

7,6

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in South Australia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 May 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in South Australia?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, MINI Car Rentals (10,0 rating), CarWiz (10,0 rating) and Fox (10,0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in South Australia.

  • What are petrol prices like in South Australia?

    The average price of petrol in South Australia is R21,68/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R975 and R1 409 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in South Australia for a week from Bargain Car Rentals?

    Bargain Car Rentals is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in South Australia. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about R2 354 per week.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in South Australia for the best price?

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 42% on a hire car in South Australia. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in South Australia?

    Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For South Australia however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

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