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Sydney car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Sydney. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 2 July 2026.

Most popular company

SIMBACARHIRE

Price of petrol per litre

R18,71

Average price per day

R511

Cheapest price per day

R312
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Cheapflights insights for Sydney car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Sydney, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Sydney?

To get the best deal on car hire in Sydney, book about 39 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R623, which is about 1 410% cheaper than the typical rate.

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What is the best car rental company in Sydney?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Sydney is Thrifty (rated 8.8/10 with 6 reviews). Avis (rated 8.5/10 with 4 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

Thrifty
Thrifty
8.8
Avis
Avis
8.5
East Coast Car Rentals
East Coast Car Rentals
7.5
CarHood
CarHood
0.0

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Sydney?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Sydney is June, when you can expect to pay R509/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Sydney is December (R870/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

R656

February

R706

March

R673

April

R689

May

R558

June

R509

July

R706

August

R640

September

R656

October

R755

November

R706

December

R870

What car do most people hire in Sydney?

SUV cars (Kia Sportage or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Sydney. Full-size cars (Toyota Camry or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Toyota Camry or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Sydney?

Avis has 5 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. East Coast Car Rentals has the second-highest number of locations in Sydney at 2.

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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 2 July 2026.

Thrifty

8,8
Very Good
6 reviews•6 locations
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Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

8,7

Overall

8,8

Pick-up/drop-off

8,4

Value

8,2

Avis

8,5
Very Good
4 reviews•5 locations
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Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

9,1

Overall

8,5

Pick-up/drop-off

8,5

Value

8,0

East Coast Car Rentals

7,5
Good
6 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,5

Pick-up/drop-off

7,5

Value

8,0

CarHood

1 location
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Distinqt Car Hire

1 location
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Alpha

1 location
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Atlas Car & Truck Rental

2 locations
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Yesaway

2 locations
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Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Sydney, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 2 July 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Sydney?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R511/day when booking a car hire in Sydney. The absolute best deal a user found was for R312/day from Simba Car Hire, booked on Jun. 27.

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

    From Simba Car Hire you can hire a car in Sydney from about R2 511 per week on average.

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

    You can potentially save up to 41% on a month-long rental by booking with Simba Car Hire. Simba Car Hire is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Sydney can cost you on average R10 760 a month or R359 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

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