Car Rentals in Sydney, New South Wales

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Sydney, NSW, Australia
Jun 1 — Jun 8
Same drop-off
Sydney, NSW, Australia
Thu 6/1
Noon
Thu 6/8
Noon

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Rental cars insight and trends in Sydney

Useful insights to help you book the perfect rental car in Sydney

What is the cheapest rental car agency in Sydney?

The cheapest rental cars in Sydney are generally found through CarHood. When booking with CarHood, you may be able to find rental car prices for as low as $9/day. The average price to rent a car in Sydney is $22/day.

What car rental company in Sydney has the most locations?

Sunnycars has the most locations of any rental car company in Sydney, with 14 locations.

What car do most people rent in Sydney?

The Toyota Corolla is the most popular car to rent in Sydney, according to our data. Our users have found prices for Toyota Corolla rentals for as low as $20/day in Sydney, though on average you can expect prices to be around $73/day. Another popular car to rent in Sydney is the Kia Carnival for an average of $127/day, and deals as low as $47/day.

Best deals found for Sydney, New South Wales car rentals

Find great deals below on a variety of popular rental cars in Sydney, New South Wales
Kia Picanto
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

$28/day

6 Jun - 24 Jun
Kia Picanto
Nissan Sentra
or similar Intermediate
Up to 5 passengers

$32/day

6 Jun - 24 Jun
Nissan Sentra
Ford EcoSport
or similar Compact SUV
Up to 4 passengers

$32/day

28 Jun - 2 Jul
Ford EcoSport
Nissan Versa
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

$33/day

30 May - 12 Jun
Nissan Versa
Mini Hatch
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

$35/day

30 May - 9 Jun
Mini Hatch
GMC Terrain
or similar Intermediate SUV
Up to 5 passengers

$36/day

30 May - 12 Jun
GMC Terrain
Toyota Camry
or similar Full-size
Up to 5 passengers

$36/day

15 Jun - 29 Jun
Toyota Camry
Chrysler 200
or similar Standard
Up to 5 passengers
4-door vehicles

$39/day

15 Jun - 29 Jun
Chrysler 200
Chevrolet Equinox
or similar Standard SUV
Up to 5 passengers

$41/day

31 May - 7 Jun
Chevrolet Equinox

Important information about Sydney car rentals

The harbor city of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, is stunning by all standards. A visit to the city will treat you to a beautiful contrast of land and sea. The city is awash with top-notch galleries, museums, beaches, and restaurants. However, the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, The Rocks, and the Sydney Beaches are some of the attractions you don’t want to miss. George Street is undoubtedly the most memorable road in the city, and with car rentals in Sydney, you will enjoy the brilliant architectural designs that line the street. Avoid driving at peak times as roads become heavily congested and difficult to maneuver. Using Sydney car rentals is efficient since parking is available both within and outside the metropolis, but the demand could be high. Even more, you can get up to 100 car rental locations in Sydney.

Car rentals in Sydney are a convenient way to enjoy what the city has to offer for tourists. Besides, metered parking is available at Goulburn Street and Kings Cross Car Park, both within the city. While free street parking is also available, that cannot go beyond a quarter of an hour. The city is quite difficult to access using a car during peak hours, particularly in the morning and early evenings. Apart from Sydney, the larger New Wales has remarkable holiday destinations. The Blue Mountains, Byron Bay, Lord Howe Island, and the Hunter Valley are some of the sightings you would not want to miss. Sydney is walkable, and a stroll around the CBD is a good idea. However, a cheap car rental in Sydney is ideal for visiting destinations across the town.

The viability of rental cars in Sydney is beyond doubt. You can easily get out of town or drive around Pyrmont, The Rocks, Bondi, Milson’s Point, and Newton. Roads that you can cruise around in your car or passenger van rental include Harbor Bridge, Eastern Distributor, Cross City Tunnel, and the MS East Freeway. But when operating car rentals in Australia, keep to the left and observe speed limits in school neighborhoods, urban and residential areas. Since pollution is equally something you’d want to look out for, you may consider an electric car rental. Also, seatbelts are compulsory, and the law prohibits drunk driving. If you plan to travel to Sydney, contact the Roads and Maritime Services for more information on current rules.

Any Australian can get a learner’s license as long as they are 16 years old, medically fit, and pass their Driver Knowledge Test. However, you can only get the full license after holding both the P1 and P2 licenses. As a tourist, you can use your overseas license to operate an automobile in Sydney, meaning you can get an economy car rental or a luxury car rental in Sydney on arrival. Note that your overseas license must be current, and you can only operate the same class of vehicle your license authorizes you to drive. Carry an English translation of your license if it is not in English. If you are over 75 years, you will undergo a medical review to ascertain your roadworthiness.


Sydney, New South Wales car rental deals found on momondo

Find the rental car in Sydney that's right for you

Small Cars

$39 - $62

All Car Types

$87 - $118

The average price of a Small rental in Sydney, Australia is $49. The cheapest time to rent a Small in Sydney, Australia is in August. The price is 22% lower than the rest of the year at just $39 per day. A Small rental is typically 51% less expensive than the average rental car in Sydney. The average price of a vehicle rental in Sydney can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Sydney Small rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a Medium rental in Sydney, Australia is $67. The cheapest time to rent a Medium in Sydney, Australia is in September. The price is 15% lower than the rest of the year at just $58 per day. A Medium rental is typically 34% less expensive than the average rental car in Sydney. The average price of a vehicle rental in Sydney can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Sydney Medium rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a Large rental in Sydney, Australia is $99. The cheapest time to rent a Large in Sydney, Australia is in May. The price is 13% lower than the rest of the year at just $87 per day. A Large rental is typically 3% less expensive than the average rental car in Sydney. The average price of a vehicle rental in Sydney can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Sydney Large rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a SUV rental in Sydney, Australia is $73. The cheapest time to rent a SUV in Sydney, Australia is in May. The price is 14% lower than the rest of the year at just $64 per day. A SUV rental is typically 28% less expensive than the average rental car in Sydney. The average price of a vehicle rental in Sydney can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Sydney SUV rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a Van rental in Sydney, Australia is $127. The cheapest time to rent a Van in Sydney, Australia is in September. The price is 16% lower than the rest of the year at just $107 per day. A Van rental is typically 20% more expensive than the average rental car in Sydney. The average price of a vehicle rental in Sydney can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Sydney Van rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a Pickup Truck rental in Sydney, Australia is $98. The cheapest time to rent a Pickup Truck in Sydney, Australia is in November. The price is 13% lower than the rest of the year at just $86 per day. A Pickup Truck rental is typically 4% less expensive than the average rental car in Sydney. The average price of a vehicle rental in Sydney can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.

The average price of a Luxury rental in Sydney, Australia is $119. The cheapest time to rent a Luxury in Sydney, Australia is in October. The price is 34% lower than the rest of the year at just $80 per day. A Luxury rental is typically 15% more expensive than the average rental car in Sydney. The average price of a vehicle rental in Sydney can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.

The average price of a Convertible rental in Sydney, Australia is $196. The cheapest time to rent a Convertible in Sydney, Australia is in August. The price is 33% lower than the rest of the year at just $132 per day. A Convertible rental is typically 48% more expensive than the average rental car in Sydney. The average price of a vehicle rental in Sydney can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.

Kia Picanto
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

$28/day

6 Jun - 24 Jun
Kia Picanto
Mini Hatch
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

$33/day

30 May - 12 Jun
Mini Hatch
Nissan Versa
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

$35/day

30 May - 9 Jun
Nissan Versa

Sydney car rental directory

All major car rental suppliers in Sydney, New South Wales

Budget

8.1
Very good
20 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0
Very good
1 review4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Hertz

7.7
Good
11 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.3

Avis

7.5
Good
5 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.5

Firefly

7.4
Good
4 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.8

Thrifty

7.2
Good
16 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.9

Sixt

6.3
Okay
17 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

6.4

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.4

Europcar

6.1
Okay
12 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

5.8

Quick facts about car rentals in Sydney

Get the overview on great rental deals, popular car rental companies, and best car types for your visit in Sydney

Most Popular Agency

Sixt

Popular Car Types

Compact, SUV, Intermediate

Cheapest Rental Car

$26

Most Popular Model

Toyota Corolla
The most popular Sydney car rental agency found on momondo this month is Sixt. Other top choices for car rental companies are AeroDrive and East Coast Car Rentals
The following car types were offered at rental car companies in Sydney in the past 72 hours: Compact, SUV, Intermediate.
The lowest price for a rental car in Sydney is $26/day. For this area, you can expect average prices starting from $48/day.
The most popular car model to rent in Sydney in the past 7 days is the Toyota Corolla. Our users also prefer the Kia Carnival as an alternative.

Find popular attractions close to your rental car pick-up

Visit these must-see attractions near popular rental car locations in Sydney

Nearby attractions:

Glebe Markets4.0 mi
Centennial Park4.3 mi
Sydney Cricket Ground4.4 mi
Sydney Chinatown4.5 mi
Chinatown Night Market4.5 mi

Nearby attractions:

Manly Beach76.0 mi
Taronga Zoo80.0 mi
Sydney Harbour Bridge81.3 mi
Sydney Opera House81.5 mi
The Rocks Markets81.7 mi

Nearby attractions:

ANZ Stadium86.6 mi
Sydney Olympic Park86.8 mi
Sydney Lyric Theatre94.3 mi
Glebe Markets94.4 mi
International Convention Centre Sydney94.6 mi

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Driving with a rental car in Sydney - FAQs

Learn everything there is to know about renting a car in Sydney so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

To rent a car in Sydney for a weekend in June, we found prices as low as $20 with an average of $58. $55 is a normal deal for a week-long rental in Sydney, but for June it's not uncommon to see prices as low as $17, depending on your requirements.

Every rental car company in Sydney has a different cancellation policy. At momondo, we will always disclose in the car rental search results whether or not an agency has a cancellation fee. Some of the top car rental companies in Sydney include Apex, Budget, and Enterprise Rent-A-Car, so be sure to check if they offer free cancellation.


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