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Economy Car
View offerTravel 05 Jun - 10 Jun 2026
from AUD $54/day
Compact Car
View offerTravel 05 Jun - 10 Jun 2026
from AUD $55/day
Economy SUV
View offerTravel 05 Jun - 10 Jun 2026
from AUD $57/day
Intermediate Car
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from AUD $62/day
Special
View offerTravel 05 Jun - 10 Jun 2026
from AUD $62/day
Compact SUV
View offerTravel 05 Jun - 10 Jun 2026
from AUD $64/day
Intermediate Ute (single/extended cab)
View offerTravel 05 Jun - 10 Jun 2026
from AUD $65/day
Intermediate SUV
View offerTravel 07 Jun - 12 Jun 2026
from AUD $67/day
Standard Car
View offerTravel 05 Jun - 10 Jun 2026
from AUD $71/day
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Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on June 02, 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 02 June, 2026
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- 10 Apr 2026eliesa n.Booked: Toyota Kluger Hybrid or similarBrisbane Airport
- 16 Mar 2026mark t.Booked: Toyota RAV4 or similarRichmond (VIC)
- 14 May 2026phil c.Booked: Chery Tiggo 4 or similarDarwin Airport
- 24 May 2026carlo d.Booked: Subaru Crosstrek or similarCairns Airport
- 22 Apr 2026libby b.Booked: Suzuki Jimny or similarBroome Airport
- 14 May 2026ron h.Booked: Compact AutomaticBrisbane Airport
- 01 Apr 2026daniel r.Booked: Suzuki Swift or similarAdelaide Airport
- 25 May 2026mark m.Booked: Standard SUVCairns Airport
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Quick facts on hiring a car in the Sunshine Coast
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Commercial Van/Truck, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab), Pick up (single/extended cab), SUV and Sport. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | 13 car rental depots in The Sunshine Coast. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Avis, Budget, Dollar, East Coast, Europcar, Hertz, Sixt and Thrifty. |
Car models commonly available in the Sunshine Coast
Popular rental car models in Sunshine Coast last month
- % of BookingsModelPrice range last monthProviders
1
33%
$55$76
Toyota Corolla HybridCompact Car
5
4
1 large, 1 small
Rent withThrifty
2
17%
$82$270
Kia StonicCompact SUV
5
5
1 small
Rent withBudget
3
17%
$35$94
Mazda CX-3Economy SUV
5
4
1 large, 1 small
Rent withHertz
4
17%
$91$101Suzuki SwiftEconomy Car
5
4
1 large, 1 small
Rent withThrifty
5
8%
$156$156
Kia Carnival HybridFullsize Passenger Van
8
5
3 large, 5 small
Rent withSixt
Audi vehicles for hire in Sunshine Coast
Audi Q3
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
BMW vehicles for hire in Sunshine Coast
BMW X3
5
4
4 small
ProvidersEuropcar
BYD vehicles for hire in Sunshine Coast
BYD Atto 3Electric
5
5
1 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Ford vehicles for hire in Sunshine Coast
Ford Everest
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar, Sixt
Ford Ranger Wildtrak
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Honda vehicles for hire in Sunshine Coast
Honda CR-V
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Hyundai vehicles for hire in Sunshine Coast
Hyundai i30 HybridHybrid
5
4
1 small
ProvidersRedspot
Hyundai Kona
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Hyundai Staria
8
5
2 small
ProvidersBudget
Kia vehicles for hire in Sunshine Coast
Kia Carnival
8
5
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersEast Coast, Thrifty, Hertz, Sixt, Avis
Kia Carnival HybridHybrid
8
5
3 large, 5 small
ProvidersSixt
Kia Carnival- Wheelchair Access
5
3
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Kia Cerato
5
5
2 small
ProvidersBudget, Sixt
Kia K4
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Kia Picanto
5
5
2 small
ProvidersEast Coast
Kia Sportage
5
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Thrifty, Hertz
Kia Stonic
5
5
1 small
ProvidersBudget
Land Rover vehicles for hire in Sunshine Coast
Land Rover Defender
7
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
LDV vehicles for hire in Sunshine Coast
LDV D90
7
5
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersEast Coast
LDV Deliver 9 Automatic (or similar)
12
4
10 large, 3 small
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Mazda vehicles for hire in Sunshine Coast
Mazda 3
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Mazda CX-3
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar, Thrifty, Hertz, Redspot, Sixt
Mazda CX-30
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mazda CX-5
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar, Thrifty, Hertz
MG vehicles for hire in Sunshine Coast
MG 3
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersEast Coast
Mg Hs
5
5
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersEast Coast
MG HS Vibe
5
5
2 small
ProvidersRedspot
Mg Zs
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersEast Coast
MG3 Core
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar, Redspot
Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Sunshine Coast
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 4WD
7
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Mitsubishi Triton Dual Cab with Tonneau Cover (or similar)
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Polestar vehicles for hire in Sunshine Coast
Polestar 2Electric
5
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Skoda vehicles for hire in Sunshine Coast
Skoda Scala Select
5
4
1 small
ProvidersRedspot
Subaru vehicles for hire in Sunshine Coast
Subaru Crosstrek
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar, Sixt
Subaru Outback
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Suzuki vehicles for hire in Sunshine Coast
Suzuki Swift
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota vehicles for hire in Sunshine Coast
12 Seat Toyota HiAce
12
3
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Camry
5
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz, Budget, Avis
Toyota Camry HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersEast Coast, Hertz, Avis
Toyota CH-R
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis
Toyota Commuter
12
4
6 large, 4 small
ProvidersEast Coast
Toyota Corolla
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis, Thrifty, Hertz, East Coast, Redspot
Toyota Corolla Ascent
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Toyota Corolla Hatch
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis, Sixt
Toyota Corolla Hatch HybridHybrid
5
5
1 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Toyota Corolla HybridHybrid
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersEast Coast, Thrifty, Hertz, Sixt, Redspot, Europcar
Toyota Hilux Dual Cab Tray (or similar)
2
4
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Toyota Hilux Dual Cab Tray Mine Spec (or similar)
2
4
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Toyota Kluger
7
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Europcar, Thrifty, Hertz
Toyota Kluger HybridHybrid
7
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Landcruiser Prado
7
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Prado
5
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Toyota RAV4
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Toyota Rav4 HybridHybrid
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar, East Coast
Toyota RAV4 HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz, Sixt
Toyota Yaris
5
5
2 small
ProvidersSixt
Toyota Yaris Cross
5
5
2 small
ProvidersSixt
Toyota Yaris Cross HybridHybrid
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersEast Coast
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Volkswagen vehicles for hire in Sunshine Coast
Volkswagen Polo
5
5
1 small
ProvidersRedspot
Other vehicles for hire in Sunshine Coast
12 seater bus with luggage trailer
12
2
ProvidersHertz
19-22 Cubic Metre Van with Lift
3
2
ProvidersThrifty
2WD Single Cab Diesel Tray
2
2
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
6 Cubic Metre Van
2
2
ProvidersThrifty
8 Seat Van
8
4
5 small
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
9 Cubic Metre Van
2
2
ProvidersThrifty
Compact Automatic
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Compact SUV
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Dual Cab 4WD
5
4
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Large SUV
7
4
2 large, 3 small
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Luxury Standard SUV
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Mine Equip 4WD Dual Cab
5
4
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mystery Car
5
4
1 small
ProvidersEuropcar, Hertz, Budget, Redspot, Sixt
Standard
5
4
1 large, 2 small
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Standard HybridHybrid
5
4
1 large, 2 small
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Standard SUV
5
4
2 large, 3 small
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Showing 10 of 16 vehicles
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 02 June, 2026
Sunshine Coast daily rate data
Price range over the past 12 months for a intermediate car
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
02 Jun
$66
$81
03 Jun
$69
$86
04 Jun
$69
$89
05 Jun
$54
$89
06 Jun
$69
$91
07 Jun
$60
$81
08 Jun
$69
$89
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
02 Jun
$81
$91
03 Jun
$81
$91
04 Jun
$81
$90
05 Jun
$62
$93
06 Jun
$81
$93
07 Jun
$62
$90
08 Jun
$81
$91
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
02 Jun
$81
$135
03 Jun
$93
$135
04 Jun
$93
$139
05 Jun
$71
$139
06 Jun
$93
$139
07 Jun
$71
$139
08 Jun
$93
$135
Price range over the past 12 months for a intermediate SUV
Price range over the past 12 months for a fullsize SUV
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
02 Jun
$85
$92
03 Jun
$74
$92
04 Jun
$74
$94
05 Jun
$57
$94
06 Jun
$74
$94
07 Jun
$64
$90
08 Jun
$74
$94
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
02 Jun
$88
$125
03 Jun
$88
$125
04 Jun
$91
$128
05 Jun
$70
$128
06 Jun
$97
$128
07 Jun
$67
$116
08 Jun
$86
$128
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
02 Jun
$102
$299
03 Jun
$102
$299
04 Jun
$109
$299
05 Jun
$97
$299
06 Jun
$109
$299
07 Jun
$95
$187
08 Jun
$109
$299
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
02 Jun
$147
$169
03 Jun
$147
$169
04 Jun
$147
$169
05 Jun
$122
$169
06 Jun
$147
$169
07 Jun
$115
$152
08 Jun
$147
$169
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
02 Jun
$160
$179
03 Jun
$160
$179
04 Jun
$160
$179
05 Jun
$134
$179
06 Jun
$160
$179
07 Jun
$152
$160
08 Jun
$160
$179
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
02 Jun
$139
$277
03 Jun
$220
$277
04 Jun
$220
$277
05 Jun
$207
$277
06 Jun
$220
$277
07 Jun
$207
$220
08 Jun
$190
$277
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
02 Jun
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
03 Jun
$79
$87
04 Jun
$79
$87
05 Jun
$65
$87
06 Jun
$79
$90
07 Jun
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
08 Jun
$79
$90
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
02 Jun
$99
$120
03 Jun
$99
$120
04 Jun
$99
$120
05 Jun
$94
$120
06 Jun
$99
$120
07 Jun
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
08 Jun
$99
$120
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
02 Jun
$105
$125
03 Jun
$105
$125
04 Jun
$105
$125
05 Jun
$105
$125
06 Jun
$105
$125
07 Jun
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
08 Jun
$105
$125
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 02 June, 2026
Sunshine Coast Airport car hire
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Local expert tips for hiring a car at the Sunshine Coast
Peak hour traffic
Expect heavy traffic on the Sunshine Coast during peak traffic times. Areas that may become congested include Nicklin Way, Hastings Street, Buderim Street, Sugar Road/Maud Street, and Bruce Highway.
Parking
Most popular areas of the Sunshine Coast have marked parking bays that are signed and time-limited.
Set on Coolum Beach?
If you’re planning to visit Coolum Beach, renting a car in the Sunshine Coast may be your best option as it’s the closest location with a depot.
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Speed limits
The speed limit in built-up areas of the Sunshine Coast is 50km/h, while rural areas default to 100km/h. Always drive to the signposted speed limit and check the condition of the road.
Car rental depots in Sunshine Coast
Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.
Avis Currumundi Downtown
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Sat–Sun 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM704 Nicklin Way (Metro), Queensland
Avis Maroochydore Downtown
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sat–Sun 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM74a Aerodrome Road, Queensland
Budget Currumundi
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Sat–Sun 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM704 Nicklin Way, Queensland
Budget Maroochydore
View details4.7 (3)Mon–Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sat–Sun 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM74b Aerodrome Rd (Metro), Queensland
Dollar Caloundra Downtown
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sat 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Sun Closed1D Baldwin Street, Queensland
East Coast Sunshine Coast
View details4.7 (22)Mon–Fri 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM, Sat 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Sun 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM30 Runway Dr, Queensland
Europcar Maroochydore Kawana
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Sat–Sun 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM294 Nicklin Way, Queensland
Hertz Caloundra Downtown
View details3.2 (1)Mon–Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Sat 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Sun Closed51 Bowman Road, Queensland
Hertz Maroochydore Downtown
View details4.7 (14)Mon–Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sat 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Sun Closed40 Aerodrome Rd, Queensland
Sixt Currimundi
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Thu 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Sat 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM, Sun Closed678 Nicklin Way, Queensland
Sixt Marcoola
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Sat–Sun 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM3 Beech St, Queensland
Thrifty Caloundra
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Sat 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Sun Closed51 Bowman Road, Queensland
Thrifty Maroochydore Downtown
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sat 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Sun Closed40 Aerodrome Rd, Queensland
Nearby Sunshine Coast
If you’re looking for a rental car depot that is close to — but not at — Sunshine Coast, here’s a selection of hire car depots to choose from.
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car in the Sunshine Coast, Queensland
How much does it cost to hire a car in The Sunshine Coast?
Prices start at AUD $54 per day for an Economy Car, up to AUD $165 per day for a Fullsize SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in The Sunshine Coast.
How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover in The Sunshine Coast?
If you’ve got a crowd, but don’t need something as large as a bus, then a 7-seater or 8-seater Minivan hire might be your best option. A Minivan costs between AUD $134 and AUD $265 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates in The Sunshine Coast.
What is the highest-rated hire car in The Sunshine Coast?
The highest-rated rental car in The Sunshine Coast is Kia Cerato or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.
What is the highest-rated car hire provider in The Sunshine Coast?
East Coast is the highest-rated car hire provider in The Sunshine Coast, based on ratings by our customers.
Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental at the Sunshine Coast?
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 the Sunshine Coast 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.
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