Sydney

Cheap Car Hire in Sydney from HK$153

Sydney, NSW, Australia
26 Mar — 2 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Sydney, NSW, Australia
Tue 26-3
Noon
Tue 2-4
Noon

Sydney car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Sydney. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

Most popular company

SIXT

Price of petrol per litre

HK$8.84

Average price per day

HK$400

Cheapest price per day

HK$153

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 19 March 2024.

January

HK$289

February

HK$312

March

HK$359

April

HK$398

May

HK$367

June

HK$344

July

HK$375

August

HK$344

September

HK$312

October

HK$289

November

HK$304

December

HK$375

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Sydney is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is April. 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 rent in Sydney and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

There are currently 118 hire locations operating in Sydney spread across 40 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Sydney is small car at HK$153 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

HK$143+

Compact

Compact

HK$153+

Intermediate

Intermediate

HK$179+

Standard

Standard

HK$309+

SUV

SUV

HK$326+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

HK$339+

Mini

Mini

HK$231+

Passenger van

Passenger van

HK$467+

Compare available car types for rental in Sydney

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental 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 19 March 2024.

Small cars

HK$246 - HK$485

All Car Types

HK$329 - HK$550

To hire a small car in Sydney, Australia, you would pay an average price of HK$394/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Sydney, Australia (~HK$246/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~HK$485/day). In fact, January is about 38% 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, hiring a small car saves you 18% 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 HK$439/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Sydney, Australia (~HK$352/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~HK$568/day). In fact, October is about 20% 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, hiring a medium car saves you 9% 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 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 HK$580/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Sydney, Australia (~HK$438/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~HK$789/day). In fact, January is about 25% 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, hiring a large car is 18% 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.

To hire a SUV in Sydney, Australia, you would pay an average price of HK$498/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Sydney, Australia (~HK$357/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~HK$630/day). In fact, January is about 29% 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, hiring a SUV is 4% 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:

To hire a van in Sydney, Australia, you would pay an average price of HK$673/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a van in Sydney, Australia (~HK$610/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~HK$899/day). In fact, April is about 10% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Sydney. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Sydney, hiring a van is 29% 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 van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a luxury car in Sydney, Australia, you would pay an average price of HK$623/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Sydney, Australia (~HK$374/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~HK$1,021/day). In fact, January is about 41% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Sydney. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Sydney, hiring a luxury car is 24% 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.

Honda FitHK$153/day
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Honda Fit

Top rental agencies in Sydney

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Sydney known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Sydney. Reviews were last updated on 19 March 2024.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Sydney, including Firefly, Budget and Hertz. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Firefly

10.0
Wonderful
4 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

10.0

Budget

8.5
Very Good
23 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.8

Hertz

8.2
Very Good
12 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

8.0

JUCY

4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

6.6

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

9.3

Avis

7.9
Good
6 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.1

Thrifty

7.6
Good
16 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.0

Sixt

7.5
Good
21 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.7

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 rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Sydney. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Sydney with an average daily rate of HK$279. Data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
The best offers we've found on car rentals in the Sydney area. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Honda FitHK$153/day
4
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A/C
Honda Fit
Toyota CamryHK$179/day
5
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A/C
Toyota Camry
Kia SportageHK$240/day
5
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A/C
Kia Sportage

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Sydney, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 March 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Sydney?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under HK$400/day when booking a car hire in Sydney. The absolute best deal a user found was for HK$240/day from AeroDrive, booked on Jul. 28.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Sydney?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Sydney from the following companies over the past two weeks: JUCY (HK$143/day), East Coast Car Rentals (HK$179/day), and Sixt (HK$205/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), Firefly (10.0 rating) and Apex (9.7 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 HK$8.84/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between HK$398 and HK$574 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Sixt offers hire cars in Sydney for about HK$2,223 per week on average.

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

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 33% in Sydney - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

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

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Sydney check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Sydney for a month?

    The monthly cost of a car rental in Sydney is HK$9,527 (HK$318/day) on average.

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

    HK$0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Sydney. To save money, consider booking a Economy car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in April, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as HK$501 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Sydney?

    The most popular car to hire while in Sydney is the Kia Carnival, which is a Mini vehicle.

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Luxury car rentals in Sydney

Find luxury car rental deals in Sydney from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in Sydney cost an average of HK$485 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
Some of the most suitable options we've found on luxury car rentals within Sydney. Double check the dates, pricing, and other key information of your reservation to make sure they're correct before proceeding.
Mercedes-Benz E-ClassHK$344/day
5
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A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-ClassHK$374/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-ClassHK$385/day
5
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A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Car rentals by fuel type in Sydney

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Sydney. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Sydney. Deals were last updated on 19 March 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Sydney. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (HK$20+).

Electric

Electric

HK$29+

Hybrid

Hybrid

HK$32+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

HK$20+

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