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Cheap Car Hire in Sydney from R350

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 31/7 and drop-off date of 7/8. 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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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 2 July 2025.

There are 46 hire agencies servicing Sydney. These agencies, altogether, have 115 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Sydney with prices from R350 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Sydney:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

SUV

SUV

People carrier

People carrier

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

Compare car hire deals in Sydney by type

Here are the best Sydney small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Sydney medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Sydney SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Suzuki SwiftR350/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Renault ClioR368/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Clio
Nissan AlmeraR377/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Almera

Best car hire deals found in Sydney

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 R578. Data was last updated on 2 July 2025.
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.
Suzuki SwiftR350/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Volkswagen PoloR365/day
5
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Suzuki SwiftR368/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift

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 8 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R547, which is about 1 406% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the best car rental company in Sydney?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Sydney is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Thrifty (rated 8.9/10 with 5 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Sydney is May, when you can expect to pay R511/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Sydney is December (R811/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

R635

February

R564

March

R635

April

R740

May

R511

June

R547

July

R688

August

R635

September

R582

October

R670

November

R652

December

R811

What car do most people hire in Sydney?

SUV cars (Class Premium SUV or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Sydney. Intermediate cars (Kia Sportage or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Compact cars (Toyota Corolla or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Sydney?

Thrifty has 8 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Dollar has the second-highest number of locations in Sydney at 7.

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 2025.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Sydney, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Thrifty and Avis in Sydney. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10,0
Wonderful
1 review5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Thrifty

8,9
Very Good
5 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,7

Comfort

8,5

Overall

8,9

Pick-up/drop-off

8,7

Value

8,3

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 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

8,7

Overall

8,3

Pick-up/drop-off

8,1

Value

7,7

JUCY

3 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 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,3

Comfort

8,3

Overall

7,8

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

7,5

Europcar

4,9
Mediocre
7 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,6

Comfort

6,3

Overall

4,9

Pick-up/drop-off

5,3

Value

5,1

Dollar

4,0
Mediocre
2 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,0

Comfort

6,0

Overall

4,0

Pick-up/drop-off

4,0

Value

4,0

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 2025.
  • 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 R4 121 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 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 Mini hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of August, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as R0/day.

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 2 July 2025.

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 (R18+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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