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Q: What is the cheapest car hire company in Australia ?

Enterprise is the cheapest car hire company in Australia offering a (economy) class car such as the Mitsubishi Mirage for as little as €542.70 per week.

Why book car hire in Australia with us?

We compare car hire in Australia from the world's leading car hire companies such as Thrifty, Hertz and Alamo in addition to local and regional favourties like East Coast and Bargain Car Rentals. By combining deals from such a diverse range of car hire companies, you can be certain of finding the best deal.

And whilst price is important, providing the cheapest car hire in Australia isn't our sole purpose, we also provide all the information you need to make an informed decision about what rental agent is right for you with our comprehensive and transparent car rental agent reviews. See how recent customers rank the car hire companies from criteria such as the car itself, value for money, experience at pick-up and drop-off and even average queue times.

Cheapest car hire in Australia

Mitsubishi Mirage

4 Adults, 3 Doors

From 77.53 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 542.76 EUR from 22/06/2020

2 |

Manual |

Yes

Hyundai i30

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 25.39 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 177.79 EUR from 20/06/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Hyundai Accent

5 Adults, 3 Doors

From 25.40 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 177.84 EUR from 20/06/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Corolla

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 26.03 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 182.24 EUR from 20/06/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Corolla

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 26.03 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 182.24 EUR from 20/06/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Corolla

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 26.03 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 182.24 EUR from 20/06/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Corolla

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 26.03 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 182.24 EUR from 20/06/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Hyundai Accent

5 Adults, 3 Doors

From 26.29 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 184.09 EUR from 20/06/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Hyundai Accent

5 Adults, 3 Doors

From 26.29 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 184.09 EUR from 20/06/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Corolla

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 26.36 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 184.52 EUR from 20/06/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Yaris

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 24.48 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 171.40 EUR from 20/06/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Kia Rio

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 25.74 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 180.20 EUR from 20/06/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Yaris

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 26.03 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 182.24 EUR from 20/06/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Yaris

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 26.03 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 182.24 EUR from 20/06/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Yaris

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 26.03 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 182.24 EUR from 20/06/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Yaris

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 26.03 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 182.24 EUR from 20/06/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Yaris

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 26.36 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 184.52 EUR from 20/06/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Kia Rio

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 28.21 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 197.52 EUR from 20/06/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Yaris

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 30.77 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 215.45 EUR from 20/06/2022

2 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Camry

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 32.83 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 229.82 EUR from 20/06/2022

5 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Camry

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 32.83 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 229.82 EUR from 20/06/2022

5 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Camry

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 32.83 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 229.82 EUR from 20/06/2022

5 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Camry

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 32.83 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 229.82 EUR from 20/06/2022

5 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Camry

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 32.83 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 229.82 EUR from 20/06/2022

5 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Camry

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 32.83 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 229.82 EUR from 20/06/2022

5 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Camry

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 32.83 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 229.82 EUR from 20/06/2022

5 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Camry

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 32.83 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 229.82 EUR from 20/06/2022

5 |

Automatic |

Yes

Toyota Camry

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 32.83 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 229.82 EUR from 20/06/2022

5 |

Automatic |

Yes

Kia Cerato

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 28.88 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 202.17 EUR from 20/06/2022

4 |

Automatic |

Yes

Kia Cerato

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 28.88 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 202.17 EUR from 20/06/2022

4 |

Automatic |

Yes

Kia Cerato

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 28.88 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 202.17 EUR from 20/06/2022

4 |

Automatic |

Yes

Kia Cerato

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 28.88 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 202.17 EUR from 20/06/2022

4 |

Automatic |

Yes

Kia Cerato

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 29.24 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 204.70 EUR from 20/06/2022

4 |

Automatic |

Yes

Kia Cerato

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 29.49 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 206.46 EUR from 20/06/2022

4 |

Automatic |

Yes

Hyundai Accent

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 33.87 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 237.12 EUR from 20/06/2022

4 |

Automatic |

Yes

Hyundai Accent

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 33.87 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 237.12 EUR from 20/06/2022

4 |

Automatic |

Yes

Nissan X-Trail

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 36.24 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 253.68 EUR from 20/06/2022

4 |

Automatic |

Yes

Kia Carnival

8 Adults, 4 Doors

From 54.21 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 379.52 EUR from 20/06/2022

3 |

Automatic |

Yes

Kia Carnival

8 Adults, 4 Doors

From 54.21 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 379.52 EUR from 20/06/2022

3 |

Automatic |

Yes

Kia Carnival

8 Adults, 4 Doors

From 54.72 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 383.04 EUR from 20/06/2022

3 |

Automatic |

Yes

Kia Carnival

8 Adults, 4 Doors

From 59.02 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 413.14 EUR from 20/06/2022

3 |

Automatic |

Yes

Kia Carnival

8 Adults, 4 Doors

From 59.02 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 413.14 EUR from 20/06/2022

3 |

Automatic |

Yes

Kia Carnival

8 Adults, 4 Doors

From 60.58 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 424.08 EUR from 20/06/2022

3 |

Automatic |

Yes

Kia Carnival

8 Adults, 4 Doors

From 60.58 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 424.08 EUR from 20/06/2022

3 |

Automatic |

Yes

Kia Carnival

8 Adults, 4 Doors

From 60.58 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 424.08 EUR from 20/06/2022

3 |

Automatic |

Yes

Kia Carnival

8 Adults, 4 Doors

From 60.58 EUR/day

7 Days rental at 424.08 EUR from 20/06/2022

3 |

Automatic |

Yes

Top tips when hiring a car in Australia

Drive on the left in Australia, the steering wheel is on the right-hand side of all rental cars
The minimum age to hire a car in Australia is 18, expect to pay a young driver surcharge if under 25
The best time to book car hire n Australia is 4-8 weeks before pick-up
There are over 14 car rental companies in Australia including big brands like Budget, Europcar and Hertz
Speed limits are strictly enforced in and around the major cities by both fixed and mobile speed traps, watch your speed.

Laws and rules of the road when driving in Australia

L

Road Driving Side
50kph

Urban speed Limit
100kph

Rural Speed Limit
100-130kph

Motorway Speed Limit
AUD 1.88/Ltr

Current Petrol Price
50mg

Drink Drive Limit
AUD

Currency
YES

Tolls
18

Min Rental Age

16

Min Driving Age
Front and Rear

Seatbelts
Fixed and Mobile

Speed Cameras
Hands Free Only

Mobile Phones

Compare car rental agents in Australia

Rental Agent

Locations

Rating (/10)

Customer Reviews

Mini (€/day)

Compact (€/day)

Intermediate (€/day)

Standard (€/day)

Alamo

8.8/10

418

€

€ 83.09

€ 84.50

€ 106.34

Bargain car rentals

8.6/10

506

€

€ 33.87

€

Hertz

7.8/10

1,122

€

€ 65.30

€ 61.92

€ 81.78

East coast

7.8/10

192

€

€ 57.01

€ 59.75

Budget

158

7.8/10

3,625

€

€ 25.40

€ 26.15

€ 31.26

Avis

178

7.7/10

1,908

€

€ 33.03

€ 36.35

€ 23.45

Europcar

103

7.1/10

3,036

€

€ 25.39

€ 36.28

€ 78.28

Alpha

6.9/10

€

€ 26.02

€ 63.76

€

Car rental agent statistics in Australia

9.1/10

Highest rated agent:
BARGAIN CAR RENTALS

6.6/10

Lowest rated agent:
ALPHA

10,883

Total number of reviews in
Australia

159

Most Locations in Australia:
AVIS

19

Average wait time
(Min.)

20

Total rental companies

Average prices per day for car hire in Australia

Item	Percent
January	€ 67
February	€ 64
March	€ 62
April	€ 57
May	€ 61
June	€ 66
July	€ 52
August	€ 58
September	€ 59
October	€ 57
November	€ 55
December	€ 70

Item	Percent
January	€ 55
February	€ 51
March	€ 53
April	€ 41
May	€ 44
June	€ 51
July	€ 42
August	€ 43
September	€ 51
October	€ 45
November	€ 43
December	€ 68

Item	Percent
January	€ 79
February	€ 77
March	€ 77
April	€ 65
May	€ 70
June	€ 76
July	€ 61
August	€ 64
September	€ 67
October	€ 67
November	€ 64
December	€ 85

Item	Percent
January	€ 74
February	€ 68
March	€ 67
April	€ 57
May	€ 60
June	€ 71
July	€ 55
August	€ 59
September	€ 64
October	€ 59
November	€ 60
December	€ 79

Item	Percent
January
February
March
April	€ 36
May	€ 32
June	€ 44
July	€ 47
August	€ 52
September	€ 46
October	€ 52
November	€ 52
December	€ 74

Item	Percent
January	€ 82
February	€ 74
March	€ 72
April	€ 61
May	€ 67
June	€ 76
July	€ 55
August	€ 54
September	€ 65
October	€ 65
November	€ 65
December	€ 83

Item	Percent
January	€ 74
February	€ 69
March	€ 67
April	€ 61
May	€ 64
June	€ 71
July	€ 54
August	€ 59
September	€ 60
October	€ 62
November	€ 59
December	€ 76

Item	Percent

*average daily rates based on 7 day rental, search for today's best prices.

Fuel prices in Australia

	Diesel	Unleaded
May , 2022	€ 1.32	€ 1.20
Apr , 2022	€ 1.31	€ 1.13
Mar , 2022	€ 1.50	€ 1.41
Feb , 2022	€ 1.17	€ 1.17
Jan , 2022	€ 1.05	€ 1.07
Dec , 2021	€ 1.03	€ 1.03
Nov , 2021	€ 1.05	€ 1.07
Oct , 2021	€ 1.04	€ 1.09
Sep , 2021	€ 0.93	€ 0.97
Aug , 2021	€ 0.91	€ 0.94
Jul , 2021	€ 0.91	€ 0.92
Jun , 2021	€ 0.89	€ 0.90

Month, Year	Diesel €/ltr	Unleaded €/ltr
May , 2022	1.32	1.20
Apr , 2022	1.31	1.13
Mar , 2022	1.50	1.41
Feb , 2022	1.17	1.17
Jan , 2022	1.05	1.07
Dec , 2021	1.03	1.03
Nov , 2021	1.05	1.07
Oct , 2021	1.04	1.09
Sep , 2021	0.93	0.97
Aug , 2021	0.91	0.94
Jul , 2021	0.91	0.92
Jun , 2021	0.89	0.90

Car rental price statistics in Australia

€ 171.36

Average price:
(per week)

€ 375.47

Highest daily price:
Mitsubishi Pajero

5,473

Total cars available

608

Most popular model:
Toyota Corolla

116

Location with most cars:
Brisbane Airport - Domestic Terminal

€ 24.5 per day

Cheapest daily price:
SIXT - Brisbane - North Lakes

FAQs about car hire in Australia

How much does it cost to hire a car in Australia?

Car hire in Australia starts from just €24.50 per day for a (economy) class car from Sixt. The average price to hire a car in Australia is just €111.20 per day, whilst the most expensive hire car in Australia is a Mitsubishi Pajero car for a (fullsize) class from Avis costing €375.50 per day.

How do I get a free additional driver when hiring a car in Australia?

We often have special offers on car hire in Australia including free additional drivers, for example, is offering free additional driver and express check-in at for €0.00 per day.

Why is car hire so cheap in Australia?

Car hire prices in Australia are kept low thanks to the 17 car hire companies across the country. With over 266 car hire locations and 47,725 car hire options available, competition keeps prices low in Australia.

Who is the best car hire company in Australia?

Based on over 10,883 reviews from recent car hire customers, the best car hire agency in Australia Is Avis who score on average 7.7/10 across all locations in Australia.

What is the most popular car hire location in Australia?

The most popular locations to hire a car in Australia is Brisbane Airport - Domestic Terminal with 13 car hire companies and 116 cars to choose from.

How much does fuel cost in Australia?

Current fuel prices in Australia are €1.196/ltr for petrol and €1.319/ltr for diesel as of 2 May 2022, it’ll cost on average €48 to fill an average compact class car with petrol and €53 for diesel.

What are the speed limits in Australia?

Speed limits in Australia are in km/h and are generally 50 km/h on urban roads, 100 km/h on rural roads and 100-130 km/h on the motorways but you should always follow local signage.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Australia?

Sixt is the cheapest car hire company in Australia offering a (economy) class car such as the Toyota Yaris for as little as €171.50 per week.

What is the most popular hire car in Australia?

The most popular car hire category in Australia is the Toyota Corolla available from 11 car hire companies in over 222 locations.

Where can you hire a car in Australia?

Should you hire a car in Australia?

We have been finding the cheapest car hire in Australia for our customers since 2008 from budget car rental in Perth to luxury car hire in Sydney. We work with the leading suppliers both at the airports and cities throughout Australia to ensure we bring you the best deals from the best suppliers.

We can arrange car hire for couples, families and larger groups and have cars ranging from the VW Polo to Toyota Rav4 or the luxury Audi A6. For the largest groups we have MPV and mini bus rental in Australia that can carry up to 12 passengers. Our Zero Excess Insurance policy is as competitively priced as our cars, so for complete peace of mind you can drive away with complete cover from as little as £4 per day.

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Mini	5	4	2	from €16.1 per day
Compact	5	5	3	from €16.8 per day
Economy	4	5	2	from €15.0 per day


Economy	3	5	2	from €13.0 per day
Standard	3	5	4	from €13.5 per day
Compact	3	5	2	from €13.1 per day


Mini	3	4	1	from €18.2 per day
Compact	3	5	3	from €22.1 per day
Economy	3	5	2	from €19.7 per day


Mini	3	4	1	from €33.2 per day
Compact	5	5	3	from €31.6 per day
Economy	3	5	2	from €29.7 per day

Car Hire Australia

Why book car hire in Australia with us?

Cheapest car hire in Australia

Top tips when hiring a car in Australia

Laws and rules of the road when driving in Australia

Compare car rental agents in Australia

Car rental agent statistics in Australia

Average prices per day for car hire in Australia

Fuel prices in Australia

Car rental price statistics in Australia

FAQs about car hire in Australia

How much does it cost to hire a car in Australia?

How do I get a free additional driver when hiring a car in Australia?

Why is car hire so cheap in Australia?

Who is the best car hire company in Australia?

What is the most popular car hire location in Australia?

How much does fuel cost in Australia?

What are the speed limits in Australia?

What is the cheapest car hire company in Australia?

What is the most popular hire car in Australia?

Where can you hire a car in Australia?

Should you hire a car in Australia?

Popular car hire destinations in Australia

Useful links if renting a car in Australia

Other Car Hire Locations in Australia