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Sydney car rentals in 2025

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 March 21, 2025.

Most popular company

BUDGET

Price of gas per litre

₱60.61

Average price per day

₱2,181

Cheapest price per day

₱1,381

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 March 21, 2025.

January

₱2,058

February

₱1,829

March

₱2,172

April

₱2,058

May

₱1,715

June

₱1,829

July

₱2,229

August

₱2,001

September

₱1,886

October

₱2,172

November

₱2,115

December

₱2,630

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Sydney is May. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. 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.

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 March 21, 2025.

Small cars

₱857 - ₱3,846

All Car Types

₱2,377 - ₱4,784

To rent a small car in Sydney, Australia, you would pay an average price of ₱1,774/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Sydney, Australia (~₱857/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~₱3,846/day). In fact, September is about 52% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Sydney. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Sydney, renting a small car saves you 42% 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.

To rent a medium car in Sydney, Australia, you would pay an average price of ₱2,508/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Sydney, Australia (~₱979/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~₱3,759/day). In fact, January is about 61% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Sydney. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Sydney, renting a medium 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.

To rent a large car in Sydney, Australia, you would pay an average price of ₱3,895/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Sydney, Australia (~₱3,006/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~₱7,942/day). In fact, October is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Sydney. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Sydney, renting a large car is 23% 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 rent a SUV in Sydney, Australia, you would pay an average price of ₱2,856/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Sydney, Australia (~₱2,166/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~₱4,507/day). In fact, January is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Sydney. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Sydney, renting a SUV saves you 6% 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.

To rent a van in Sydney, Australia, you would pay an average price of ₱4,066/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a van in Sydney, Australia (~₱3,340/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~₱7,942/day). In fact, February is about 18% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Sydney. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Sydney, renting a van is 26% 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.

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 March 21, 2025.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Sydney, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Thrifty and Avis. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

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

8.8
Very good
5 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.2

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
10 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.8

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

7.4

Value

7.4

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 rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Sydney, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on March 21, 2025.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Sydney?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₱2,181/day when booking a rental car in Sydney. The best deal a user found was for ₱1,381/day from Budget, booked on Mar. 16.

  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Sydney?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, YesDrive Car Rental (10.0 rating), Fox (10.0 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10.0 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Sydney.

  • What are gas prices like in Sydney?

    The average gas price in Sydney is ₱60.61/gallon over the past month, costing you anywhere between ₱2,727 and ₱3,940 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Sydney for a week from YesDrive Car Rental?

    YesDrive Car Rental is one of the top picks in Sydney. They can have you in a rental car for about ₱14,693 per week on average.

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

    Renting your favorite 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 34% in Sydney - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

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

    Typically how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Sydney however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

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

    Generally, a month-long car rental in Sydney can be found for about ₱62,970, with the average price for a rental being around ₱2,099 a day. Book with Budget, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 36% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Sydney.

  • What car do most people rent in Sydney?

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

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