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Cheap Car Hire in Sydney from R462

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Sydney with a pick-up date of 13/12 and drop-off date of 20/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Sydney?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Sydney 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 21 November 2024.

January

R651

February

R705

March

R759

April

R669

May

R560

June

R597

July

R705

August

R651

September

R615

October

R687

November

R669

December

R850

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Sydney is May. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. 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.

Popular car types in Sydney

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Sydney and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 21 November 2024.

There are 46 hire agencies servicing Sydney. These agencies, altogether, have 118 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? SUV is the cheapest car type to hire in Sydney with prices from R462 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 3 car types you can hire in Sydney:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

SUV

SUV

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compare available car types for rental in Sydney

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Sydney to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 November 2024.

Small cars

R335 - R853

All Car Types

R335 - R1 083

To hire a small car in Sydney, Australia, you would pay an average price of R553/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Sydney, Australia (~R335/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~R853/day). In fact, August is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Sydney. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Sydney, renting a small 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. Here are the best Sydney small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Sydney, Australia, you would pay an average price of R770/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Sydney, Australia (~R416/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~R1 666/day). In fact, February is about 47% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Sydney. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Sydney, renting a medium car is 2% 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. Here are the best Sydney medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Sydney, Australia, you would pay an average price of R548/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Sydney, Australia (~R659/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R1 263/day). In fact, June is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Sydney. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Sydney, renting a large car saves you 28% 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 Sydney, Australia, you would pay an average price of R839/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Sydney, Australia (~R372/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~R1 492/day). In fact, February is about 56% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Sydney. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Sydney, 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. Here are the best Sydney SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Corolla QuestR502/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Suzuki CiazR524/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Hyundai i20R538/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i20

Top rental agencies in Sydney

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Sydney known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Sydney. Reviews were last updated on 21 November 2024.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Sydney, including Firefly, Thrifty and Avis in Sydney. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Firefly

4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

10,0

Thrifty

8,7
Very Good
8 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,9

Comfort

8,6

Overall

8,6

Pick-up/drop-off

8,4

Value

8,1

Avis

8,5
Very Good
4 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

9,1

Overall

8,5

Pick-up/drop-off

8,5

Value

8,0

Budget

8,3
Very Good
9 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,5

Comfort

8,5

Overall

8,3

Pick-up/drop-off

8,1

Value

7,7

JUCY

4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

6,6

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

9,3

Value

9,3

Hertz

7,8
Good
5 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

8,4

Overall

7,8

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

7,4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,3
Good
1 review5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,3

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

7,3

Value

7,3

Dollar

6,0
Okay
1 review7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

6,0

Best Sydney car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Sydney. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Sydney with an average daily rate of R634. Data was last updated on 21 November 2024.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to hiring a car in Sydney. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Ford EcoSportR462/day
4
M
A/C
Ford EcoSport
Suzuki CiazR502/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Toyota CorollaR503/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Sydney, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 November 2024.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Sydney?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Sydney from the following companies over the past two weeks: Goldcar Rental SP (R462/day), Ace Rental Cars (R502/day), and No Birds (R524/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Sydney?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Fox (10,0 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10,0 rating) and Firefly (10,0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Sydney.

  • What are petrol prices like in Sydney?

    The average price of petrol in Sydney is R19,18/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R863 and R1 247 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    From Bargain Car Rentals you can hire a car in Sydney from about R2 727 per week on average.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 33% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Sydney.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Sydney?

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Sydney.

  • How much is a car hire in Sydney for a weekend?

    R0 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Sydney, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Sydney, then opt for a Compact SUV hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of December, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as R0/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Sydney?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Sydney is Mini (Kia Carnival) based on our Cheapflights data.

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Small car hires in Sydney

Find small car hire deals in Sydney from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Sydney cost an average of R1 126 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2024.
Chevrolet SparkR545/day
2
M
A/C
Chevrolet Spark
Renault KwidR615/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Kwid
Suzuki SwiftR628/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift

Car hires by fuel type in Sydney

Browse car hires by fuel type in Sydney. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Sydney. Deals were last updated on 21 November 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Sydney. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R27+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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