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What is the cheapest car hire agency in Australia?
Bargain Car Rentals is the most affordable car hire agency in Australia, with prices found for as low as €13 per day in some areas of the country. Comparatively, the average price to rent a car in Australia is €38 per day.
What is the most popular car hire agency in Australia?
The most popular car hire company in Australia is Bargain Car Rentals. This agency currently has 28 reviews, with an average customer satisfaction score of 7.9 out of 10. 31% of momondo users recently selected Bargain Car Rentals as their rental car company of choice for their travels in Australia.
What car hire company in Australia has the most locations?
Thrifty has more car hire locations within Australia than any other agency. With 347 locations scattered throughout the country, you are bound to find one of their rental car centres either at your destination airport or within the city. If you haven’t chosen a city to travel to within Australia, consider Sydney, which is the most popular destination in the country. Here you will find that Thrifty has 8 locations throughout the area.
What is the most popular type of car to hire in Australia?
There are plenty of different types of cars to choose from, but when it comes to visiting Australia, the most popular type to hire is a Compact. An estimated 50% of our users chose a Compact in the past 30 days and paid on average €69 per day for their rental. Keep in mind that you are more than welcome to select a different type of car based on your budget, your planned activities, and the weather.
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Small cars
€22 - €50
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€34 - €56
The average price of a small car hire in Australia is €36. The cheapest time to hire a small car in Australia is in May. The price is 39% lower than the rest of the year at just €22 per day. A small car rental is typically 24% less expensive than the average rental car in Australia. The average price of a car hire in Australia can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Australia small car hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a medium car hire in Australia is €45. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in Australia is in April. The price is 27% lower than the rest of the year at just €34 per day. A medium car rental is typically 3% less expensive than the average rental car in Australia. The average price of a car hire in Australia can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Australia medium car hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a large car hire in Australia is €60. The cheapest time to hire a large car in Australia is in May. The price is 45% lower than the rest of the year at just €33 per day. A large car rental is typically 22% more expensive than the average rental car in Australia. The average price of a car hire in Australia can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.
The average price of a SUV hire in Australia is €47. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in Australia is in May. The price is 30% lower than the rest of the year at just €34 per day. A SUV rental is typically 3% more expensive than the average rental car in Australia. The average price of a car hire in Australia can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Australia SUV hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a van hire in Australia is €63. The cheapest time to hire a van in Australia is in November. The price is 40% lower than the rest of the year at just €39 per day. A van rental is typically 27% more expensive than the average rental car in Australia. The average price of a car hire in Australia can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Australia van hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a luxury car hire in Australia is €38. The cheapest time to hire a luxury car in Australia is in October. The price is 12% lower than the rest of the year at just €44 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 18% less expensive than the average rental car in Australia. The average price of a car hire in Australia can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.
Competitive price. Seamless pickup and drop-off experience
10.0
Wonderful|Sept 2023
Staff were so friendly and helpful
8.0
Very Good|Sept 2023
The car was great But was charged $200 to my card over the invoice slack staff
8.0
Very Good|Aug 2023
Bit of a wait at the airport waiting for the courier bus to pick up. Maybe the lines you say to follow around to the pick up should be repainted. They do not stand out by any means. Otherwise the experience was good at pick up and drop off.
Originally we hired a Tesla, I recieved a call a few weeks out and was advised that their shipment of Tesla's wasn't coming so instead I would be getting a Toyota Corrola or similar. I asked if there was a better option for the same price as in terms of comfort and style, the Corolla wasn't quite at the same level as a Tesla. I was told "no" that was my only option. In the end, we were given a KIA Cerento Hatch, which is worse than a Corolla in terms of style if toy ask me. Practical, but small, for 4 people with luggage, will not be doing that again.
8.0
Very Good|Jan 2024
Easy pick up and drop off was great.
2.0
Poor|Jul 2023
Customer service was terrible:( Staff handing over car was rude, bluffing about customer parking area on the street.
8.0
Very Good|Jul 2023
Didn’t get the Corolla and the replacement was ok but the headlights didn’t work properly at night which made it a bit u safe in the dark driving in the mountains
Car was amazing however I had no idea that the deal I had, had restrictions as to the amount of kilometres travelled per day. This was not pointed out to me at pickup so consequently I travelled over double the included is and was penalised heavily. I will not use Kayak or Europcar again.
4.0
Mediocre|Apr 2025
The car was advertised as being provivded by Eurocar and for pickup at the airport terminal. However, it turned out to be an offside provider. I was not given the name of the provider or any details of a shuttle to get to the pickup location. I had to take taxi at my own cost to the location. This also added a extra hour to my journey. If I had been made aware the provider was not located at the airport terminal I would have booked this car. I'm very disappointed with the false advertising and the inconvenience this caused my family.
6.0
Okay|Mar 2025
On arrival it would have been nice to be greeted. After paying the key gets handed to you and nothing else. No one explained the car to me or process of recording photos of the car. I just sat in a car I've never driven before confused. How do I start it,where's the hand brake etc as I'm not used to a button start. Very overwhelmed expediting out into chaotic traffic on the freeway. The car was good,drop off friendly but pick up was less than great customer service.
10.0
Wonderful|Dec 2024
The hyundai Tucsan was great to drive and the apple car play features were very helpful especially with the maps. Check in and drop off was quick and easy. Would def be back.
10.0
Wonderful|Jan 2024
Long wait time to check car out. Otherwise, good service
8.0
Very Good|Sept 2023
Kayak needed better communication as europcar had wrong order in system when we checked was not as advertised but quickly sorted in for us. Guy was helpful
Customer service very good and friendly. No dramas picking up vehicle
8.0
Very Good|Apr 2023
I had ordered a ute as had a large amount of luggage. There were no utes left, so I was given a Prado as an alternative. We managed to lay the seats down to fit all the luggage in, but not our third passenger. No charge on the 'upgrade'. Was only a small inconvenience.
10.0
Wonderful|Apr 2023
Pros: Car was very comfortable & fuel efficient. Staff was very professional. Quick & easy return. Cons: Rates were a little high. We did not like that we were threatened with a $170AUD fee if the car was not cleaned upon its return. We had never heard that before with any other rental we've had.
10.0
Wonderful|Mar 2023
Nothing
6.0
Okay|Mar 2023
The car was a good price but got hit with having to pay more for the insurance than the actual car! Rip off! Returned car back a day early as well.. and no refund or anything .. pathetic customer service.
Data need to updated regularly as I had a reference number but was told hertz can't find it in system to hire a car so I didn't attend my grandfathers funeral
8.0
Very Good|Aug 2023
Generally a good experience, althyi would have liked to been given more information about the use of Citylink tolls whilst driving around Melbourne.
2.0
Poor|Aug 2023
Reservation said to pick up vehicle at Noon. Arrived and found that (1) store was only open from 9 AM to Noon (and thus was closed when I arrived, and (2) they had no vehicles (as per sign on their door).
10.0
Wonderful|Mar 2023
Excellent communication from your staff in relation to confirming pick up and meeting us at the airport. A little disappointed that the Hilux ute only included 100km per day where other cars allowed 200km.
4.0
Mediocre|Mar 2023
Billing issues that remain unresolved. Long wait at pickup; confusion at drop off.
Filled car with petrol on return but then got charged at higher price for filling it further!
2.0
Poor|Jul 2023
Enterprise staff was amazing and very helpful. The problem was that you can't rent a car under 21 years old and the kayak website failed to display this information. We booked everything and then showed up not being able to rent a car which completely trough off our plans.
10.0
Wonderful|May 2023
Service was quick and competent and my rental was upgraded.
2.0
Poor|Apr 2023
I booked the car for 5 days or $324 but they added extra like location fees ($66), Registration fees ($32.5), contract fee ($12) + GST and made me pay. This was complete rip off. I wish I wouldn't have booked from Kayak. I travel a lot but this bad experience with them will turn me away from Kayak as well. Also, they closed the store early so I couldn't pickup on 14th but had to go again on 15th morning to pickup the car. So bad experience, disappointing customer service by staff and rip off.
Enjoyed the upgrade to a Kia Sportage, wasn't expected. Vehicle was clean, new and drove well. Pick up at Broome Airport was straightforward, friendly, helpful staff. Car parking simple and convenient for pick up and drop off.
10.0
Wonderful|Nov 2022
Easy fast pickup and drop off no hassle deposit return.
1 out of 4
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Car hire in Australia
Learn everything there is to know about hiring a car in Australia so you can be properly prepared for your next trip
What side of the road do people in Australia drive on?
In Australia, drivers are required to drive on the left at all times. Not doing so can result in traffic violation tickets.
How good are the roads in Australia?
According to 2019 data, Australia ranks 41 in the world for road quality. The country has a road quality score of 4.7 out of 7, where 7 is the highest possible score. Keep in mind that weather and construction can also affect road conditions during your visit.
What is the drink driving limit in Australia?
The BAC limit is 0.05% in Australia - this applies to both visitors and residents. Your BAC level is a measurement of the percentage of alcohol in your bloodstream. This information is used to determine how inebriated an individual is. Driving a vehicle with a BAC higher than 0.05% is against the law in Australia and you will be deemed as ‘driving under the influence’. Keep in mind that there are stricter penalties for those who drink-drive and are under the legal drinking age. In Australia, you must be at least 18 to drink.
How much does petrol cost in Australia?
On average, you can expect to pay €0.94 per litre for petrol in Australia. Keep in mind that this is last week’s national average price and petrol prices may vary across the country. According to our data, Australia has neither the most expensive nor the cheapest petrol prices in the world. Kuwait currently has the least expensive at €0.30 per litre, while Hong Kong has the most expensive at €3.05 per litre. Keep in mind that petrol prices change regularly and may be different during your travel dates.
When did momondo last update prices for cars in Australia?
Prices for cars in Australia are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for cars in Australia?
There are 3,286 operators available for cars in Australia as of July 2025.
How old do you have to be to hire a car in Australia?
Among different countries, including Australia, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the hire company you're considering before booking.
What documentation or ID do you need to hire a car in Australia?
All drivers must have a valid full driving license when hiring a car in Australia. If the license is written in a different language from the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car overseas, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. It is always advisable to check with the individual hire company you're booking with.
Why use momondo?
Why should I use momondo to book a car hire in Australia?
Choosing momondo to search for car hire in Australia makes sense because it is quick and free of charge. We find all the rental car hire prices and policies, you simply choose what works best for you and your trip.
How does momondo help me find the best car hire deal in Australia?
By the use of filters, momondo makes finding a great car hire in Australia easier. Whether it is price, car type, amenities or policies, momondo allows you to refine your search with these and more filters to find the best deal for you.
Does momondo show car hire deals in Australia with free cancellation?
Yes, momondo allows you to filter specifically for car hire companies in Australia offering free cancellation.
Can I hire a car with a fair fuel policy in Australia on momondo?
Absolutely! momondo offers this feature when searching for a car hire in Australia.
Can I find a car hire in Australia which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?
Enhanced cleaning services can be found on all car hire locations on momondo including Australia.
Can I search for car hire in Australia with unlimited mileage on momondo?
Unlimited mileage is indeed an option momondo offers on car hire in Australia.
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