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Car rental rates in Kangaroo Island, South Australia
Kangaroo Island is one of the largest islands in Australia, and it is located 112 kilometres southwest of Adelaide. Please note that ferry restrictions for Kangaroo Island rental cars vary by provider — check which are permitted before booking, and be sure to read the Terms and Conditions on your rental car carefully.
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Compact SUV
View offerTravel 06 Aug - 11 Aug 2026
from AUD $117/day
Intermediate SUV
View offerTravel 06 Aug - 11 Aug 2026
from AUD $150/day
Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on August 03, 2026 by an Australian resident aged between 30 and 69 years old, for the specified travel dates, with a pickup and return time of 10:00 am. Rates and vehicle availability may change without notice. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates. Rates include all mandatory fees for the rental and exclude credit card surcharges and extras.
Rates are in AUD and were last updated on 03 August, 2026
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- 07 Jun 2026nicole c.Booked: Compact SUVHobart Airport
- 24 May 2026vince r.Booked: Standard SUVHobart Airport
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- 07 Apr 2026nicholas w.Booked: Small Tray Truck - Isuzu or similarAlexandria (Australia)
- 02 May 2026terry t.Booked: Toyota Corolla or similarCairns Domestic Airport
- 18 May 2026lisa k.Booked: Mystery Vehicle or similarAdelaide Airport
- 16 May 2026cornelis o.Booked: Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid or similarPerth Airport
- 29 Apr 2026kathryn h.Booked: Compact SUVHobart Airport
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Kangaroo Island
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Pick up (double cab), SUV and Sport. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Three car rental depots in Kangaroo Island. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Budget, Hertz and Thrifty. |
Car models commonly available in Kangaroo Island
Ford vehicles for hire in Kangaroo Island
Ford Ranger
5
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Kia vehicles for hire in Kangaroo Island
Kia Carnival
8
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Kia Cerato
5
5
2 small
ProvidersBudget
Kia Sportage
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz, Budget
Kia Stonic
5
5
1 small
ProvidersBudget
Mazda vehicles for hire in Kangaroo Island
Mazda CX-3
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mazda CX-30
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mazda CX-5
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Polestar vehicles for hire in Kangaroo Island
Polestar 2Electric
5
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Suzuki vehicles for hire in Kangaroo Island
Suzuki Swift
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz, Budget
Toyota vehicles for hire in Kangaroo Island
Toyota Camry
5
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Toyota Camry HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
Toyota Corolla
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Fortuner
5
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Kluger
5
5
2 small
ProvidersBudget
Toyota Kluger HybridHybrid
7
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Landcruiser Prado
7
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota RAV4 HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Other vehicles for hire in Kangaroo Island
Mystery Car
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
The price range indicates the AUD per-day rental rates from bookings made using our search engine, excluding any extras, in most cases. While we make reasonable efforts to provide accurate and reliable data, the data is provided ‘as is’ and errors or other defects may occur. For more information, click here: Terms and Conditions.
Rates are in AUD and were last updated on 03 August, 2026
Kangaroo Island daily rate data
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
03 Aug
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
04 Aug
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
05 Aug
$204
$204
$204
$204
06 Aug
$117
$167
$117
$167
07 Aug
$167
$167
$167
$167
08 Aug
$117
$167
$117
$167
09 Aug
$167
$167
$167
$167
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
03 Aug
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
04 Aug
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
05 Aug
$213
$213
$213
$213
06 Aug
$150
$180
$150
$180
07 Aug
$172
$180
$172
$180
08 Aug
$157
$204
$157
$204
09 Aug
$172
$204
$172
$204
Historical daily rate pricing information is data from actual bookings made using our search engine in the previous 12 months.
Next 7 days rates are obtained from searches in our reservation system for a 3 day rental duration, by an Australian resident aged between 30 and 69 years old, with a pickup and return time of 10:00 am on the indicated pick up date. Rates and vehicle availability may change without notice.
Prices are in AUD and include all mandatory fees for the rental and exclude credit card surcharges and extras.
While we make reasonable efforts to provide accurate and reliable data, the data is provided ‘as is’ and errors or other defects may occur. For more information, click here: Terms and Conditions.
Rates are in AUD and were last updated on 03 August, 2026
Kangaroo Island-Kingscote Airport car hire
Are you flying into Kangaroo Island?
Consider collecting your vehicle from the airport. We work with a range of car hire providers at Kangaroo Island-Kingscote Airport (KGC).
Car rental depots in Kangaroo Island
Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.
Budget Kangaroo Island Ferry Terminal
View details5.0 (1)Mon–Sun 8:00 AM - 7:00 PMKangaroo Island Ferry Terminal, South Australia
Hertz Penneshaw Downtown
View details4.8 (1)Mon–Sun 9:00 AM - 5:00 PMCnr Thomas Wilson St/nth Tce, South Australia
Thrifty Penneshaw Downtown
View details4.1 (2)Mon–Sun 9:00 AM - 5:00 PMCnr Thomas Wilson/nth Terrace, South Australia
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car in Kangaroo Island
How much does it cost to hire a car in Kangaroo Island?
Prices start at AUD $117 per day for a Compact SUV, up to AUD $157 per day for an Intermediate SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Kangaroo Island.
How much does it cost to hire an Electric Car in Kangaroo Island?
If you prefer to plug your car in rather than fill it up, an Electric Car costs AUD $199 per day. Enter your car hire dates and find a live rate for your desired Electric Car in Kangaroo Island.
What is the highest-rated hire car in Kangaroo Island?
The highest-rated rental car in Kangaroo Island is Hyundai Elantra or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.
What is the highest-rated car hire provider in Kangaroo Island?
Budget is the highest-rated car hire provider in Kangaroo Island, based on ratings by our customers.
Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental in Kangaroo Island?
The per-day rates of some rental cars may fall if you book for a longer rental period. Prices often change around daily, three-day, five-day and seven-day periods. Also, note that the selection of rental cars available in Kangaroo Island may be more limited if you are looking for a long-term car rental, so it’s best to compare a few different booking durations first.
Can I take my rental car to Kangaroo Island via the ferry?
Thrifty, Hertz and Europcar depots located on the mainland may allow their vehicles to be taken on the ferry to Kangaroo Island, but generally only with prior authorisation so make sure to request this from your supplier.
Can I pick up a car hire in Kangaroo Island and drop off in another location?
This depends on the provider, and where it is permitted there will be a one-way fee levied upon the rental.
Where can I fill up my rental car in Kangaroo Island?
There are petrol stations at Kingscote, Parndana, Penneshaw, Island Beach and Vivonne Bay. However, only Kingscote and Penneshaw are open 24 hours.
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