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Car rental rates in Surfers Paradise, Queensland
Surfers Paradise is the hub of Queensland’s sunny Gold Coast. This seaside strip has it all — music, cultural and sporting events, nightlife, beaches, and shopping.
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Economy Car
View offerTravel 13 Dec - 16 Dec 2025
from AUD $50/day
Special
View offerTravel 13 Dec - 16 Dec 2025
from AUD $51/day
Compact Car
View offerTravel 15 Dec - 20 Dec 2025
from AUD $51/day
Intermediate SUV
View offerTravel 15 Dec - 20 Dec 2025
from AUD $52/day
Intermediate Car
View offerTravel 15 Dec - 20 Dec 2025
from AUD $54/day
Mini Car
View offerTravel 15 Dec - 18 Dec 2025
from AUD $54/day
Compact SUV
View offerTravel 15 Dec - 20 Dec 2025
from AUD $57/day
Fullsize Car
View offerTravel 17 Dec - 20 Dec 2025
from AUD $58/day
Compact Monospace
View offerTravel 16 Dec - 19 Dec 2025
from AUD $58/day
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Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on December 12, 2025 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 12 December, 2025
YOU’RE IN GOOD COMPANY
Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think
- 26 Sep 2025tanya c.Booked: Mazda CX5 or similarSurfers Paradise
- 13 Aug 2025helen g.Booked: Volkswagen Polo or similarGold Coast Surfers Paradise
- 07 Oct 2025corey w.Booked: Toyota Camry Sedan or similarSydney Airport
- 15 Aug 2025gregory h.Booked: Compact AutomaticDarwin City
- 04 Sep 2025sandra e.Booked: Mazda CX-3 or similarMitchell Downtown
- 12 Aug 2025catherine h.Booked: Toyota Corolla or similarCairns Airport
- 04 Oct 2025roslyn b.Booked: Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross or similarAlexandria (Australia)
- 07 Dec 2025warwick m.Booked: Kia Sportage or similarMelbourne Downtown
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Surfers Paradise
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Commercial Van/Truck, Monospace, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab), Pick up (single/extended cab) and SUV. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Five car rental depots in Surfers Paradise. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Enterprise, Europcar, Hertz, Sixt and Thrifty. |
Car models commonly available in Surfers Paradise
Popular rental car models in Surfers Paradise last month
- % of BookingsModelPrice range last monthProviders
1
19%
$65$201
Mazda CX-30Compact SUV
5
5
2 large, 2 small
Rent withThrifty
2
16%
$58$67
Toyota CorollaIntermediate Car
5
4
1 large, 2 small
Rent withEnterprise, Thrifty
3
16%
$44$59Mystery CarSpecial
5
4
1 large
Rent withEnterprise
4
10%
$75$189
Mazda CX5Intermediate SUV
5
5
2 large, 2 small
Rent withThrifty
5
6%
$89$224Hyundai VenueCompact Car
5
4
2 small
Rent withEuropcar
Ford vehicles for hire in Surfers Paradise
Ford Everest
7
4
4 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Ford Ranger Wildtrak
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Hyundai vehicles for hire in Surfers Paradise
Hyundai Kona
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Hyundai Venue
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Kia vehicles for hire in Surfers Paradise
Kia Carnival
8
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz, Sixt
Kia Cerato
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar, Sixt
Kia K4
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Kia Picanto
5
5
2 small
ProvidersSixt
Mazda vehicles for hire in Surfers Paradise
Mazda CX-3
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersEnterprise, Thrifty, Hertz
Mazda CX-30
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mazda Cx3
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Mazda CX3
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersSixt
Mazda CX5
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
MG vehicles for hire in Surfers Paradise
MG 3
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEnterprise
Mg 3 Core
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Surfers Paradise
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 4WD
7
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport GLX
5
5
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Nissan vehicles for hire in Surfers Paradise
Nissan Xtrail
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Skoda vehicles for hire in Surfers Paradise
Skoda Scala
5
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersEnterprise
Subaru vehicles for hire in Surfers Paradise
Subaru Forester
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Suzuki vehicles for hire in Surfers Paradise
Suzuki Swift
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota vehicles for hire in Surfers Paradise
Toyota Camry
5
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Toyota Camry HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz, Sixt
Toyota Corolla
5
4
1 large, 2 small
ProvidersEnterprise, Thrifty, Hertz
Toyota Corolla Ascent
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Toyota Corolla Hatch HybridHybrid
5
5
1 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Toyota Hilux UTE 2WD
2
2
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Kluger
7
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Kluger HybridHybrid
7
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
Toyota Landcruiser Prado
7
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
Toyota RAV4
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Toyota Rav4 HybridHybrid
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Toyota RAV4 HybridHybrid
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz, Sixt
Toyota Yaris
5
5
2 small
ProvidersSixt
Toyota Yaris Cross
5
5
2 small
ProvidersSixt
Toyota Yaris Cross HybridHybrid
5
5
2 small
ProvidersSixt
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Volkswagen vehicles for hire in Surfers Paradise
Volkswagen Polo
5
4
1 large, 2 small
ProvidersEnterprise
Other vehicles for hire in Surfers Paradise
6 Cubic Metre Van
2
4
ProvidersThrifty
Dual Cab 4WD
5
4
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Dual Cab 4WD Lid/Canopy
5
4
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mine Equip 4WD Dual Cab
5
4
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mystery Car
5
4
1 large
ProvidersEnterprise
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 12 December, 2025
Surfers Paradise daily rate data
Price range over the past 12 months for a small car
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
12 Dec
$52
$69
13 Dec
$50
$69
14 Dec
$51
$69
15 Dec
$51
$69
16 Dec
$51
$69
17 Dec
$51
$69
18 Dec
$51
$105
Price range over the past 12 months for a medium car
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
12 Dec
$57
$57
13 Dec
$55
$55
14 Dec
$56
$56
15 Dec
$54
$56
16 Dec
$56
$58
17 Dec
$56
$133
18 Dec
$56
$58
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
12 Dec
$60
$75
13 Dec
$60
$91
14 Dec
$60
$91
15 Dec
$60
$91
16 Dec
$60
$91
17 Dec
$58
$159
18 Dec
$58
$113
Price range over the past 12 months for a small SUV
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
12 Dec
$65
$76
13 Dec
$65
$76
14 Dec
$65
$76
15 Dec
$57
$76
16 Dec
$65
$76
17 Dec
$65
$76
18 Dec
$70
$821
Price range over the past 12 months for a medium SUV
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
12 Dec
$75
$94
13 Dec
$75
$94
14 Dec
$75
$94
15 Dec
$52
$94
16 Dec
$58
$94
17 Dec
$58
$94
18 Dec
$58
$1046
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
12 Dec
$135
$150
13 Dec
$135
$150
14 Dec
$103
$141
15 Dec
$74
$141
16 Dec
$127
$141
17 Dec
$77
$141
18 Dec
$147
$234
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
12 Dec
$161
$161
13 Dec
$161
$161
14 Dec
$151
$151
15 Dec
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
16 Dec
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
17 Dec
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
18 Dec
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
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
12 Dec
$136
$151
13 Dec
$136
$151
14 Dec
$113
$126
15 Dec
$113
$126
16 Dec
$113
$126
17 Dec
$113
$126
18 Dec
$180
$201
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
12 Dec
$119
$132
13 Dec
$119
$132
14 Dec
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
15 Dec
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
16 Dec
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
17 Dec
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
18 Dec
$161
$180
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
12 Dec
$104
$116
13 Dec
$104
$116
14 Dec
$104
$126
15 Dec
$106
$126
16 Dec
$113
$126
17 Dec
$106
$126
18 Dec
$158
$211
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
12 Dec
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
13 Dec
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
14 Dec
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
15 Dec
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
16 Dec
$58
$58
17 Dec
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
18 Dec
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
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 12 December, 2025
Gold Coast Airport car hire
Are you flying into the Gold Coast?
Consider collecting your vehicle from the airport. We work with a range of car hire providers at Gold Coast Airport.
Regional airports near Surfers Paradise
Car rental depots in Surfers Paradise
Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.
Enterprise Gold Coast Surfers Paradise
View details4.9 (6)Mon–Sun 8:00–16:0032 Trickett Street, Queensland
Europcar Gold Coast Sofitel Broadbeach
View details3.0 (2)Mon–Fri 08:00–16:00, Sat–Sun 08:00–12:0081 Surf Parade, Queensland
Hertz Surfers Paradise Downtown
View details4.3 (5)Mon–Sun 07:00–17:0084-89 Ferny Ave, Queensland
Sixt Southport
View details4.7 (15)Mon–Fri 07:30–16:00, Sat–Sun Closed53 Winchester Street, Queensland
Thrifty Surfers Paradise
View details4.6 (9)Mon–Sun 07:00–17:0084-89 Ferny Ave, Queensland
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car in Surfers Paradise, Queensland
How much does it cost to hire a car in Surfers Paradise?
Prices start at AUD $50 per day for an Economy Car, up to AUD $161 per day for a Premium SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Surfers Paradise.
How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover in Surfers Paradise?
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 AUD $113 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates in Surfers Paradise.
What is the highest-rated hire car in Surfers Paradise?
The highest-rated rental car in Surfers Paradise is Subaru Forester or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.
What is the highest-rated car hire provider in Surfers Paradise?
Enterprise is the highest-rated car hire provider in Surfers Paradise, based on ratings by our customers.
Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental in Surfers Paradise?
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 Surfers Paradise 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 pick up a car hire in Surfers Paradise and drop off in another location?
Of course. When booking your car, choose the destination you’d like to drop off at, though keep in mind your supplier may charge a one-way fee.
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