Compare prices from trusted car hire providers in Sydney CBD to find the best car rental deal for your needs. VroomVroomVroom lets you conveniently do a comparison of available rental vehicles in one place, and reserve your ideal hire car. Looking for a small or large rental car? We've got you covered!
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Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on September 02, 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 02 September, 2025
Tips for saving on rental cars in Sydney, New South Wales
Securing your Sydney car rental well ahead of time is the most effective approach to get a great price. Similar to other sought-after Australian locations, car rental costs in Sydney typically escalate when demand surges — particularly across busy travel seasons. To achieve the best rates, consider reserving your hire car at least a few weeks in advance.
Delaying your reservation until the last moment, especially around public and school holidays, often leads to a reduced choice of vehicles and at an elevated daily rate.
As Australia’s most populous state capital, Sydney presents a fantastic range of attractions across all seasons:
Summer: December to February (longer days and warm to hot)
Autumn: March to May (cooling down)
Winter: June to August (short days, cold and wet)
Spring: September to November (starting to warm up, and days getting longer)
Though summer remains Sydney’s busiest visitor period, particularly appealing to those keen on outdoor adventures or exploring New South Wales’ beautiful beaches, spring and autumn are likewise excellent times of the year to visit. Despite being cooler and prone to rain, winter presents a terrific opportunity for reduced costs — and fewer tourists filling up Sydney’s extensive range of museums, theatres, and art galleries.
December to February: Peak tourism season — book very early
School holidays, Easter, long weekends: High demand and prices — book early
Christmas–New Year period: Second major peak — book well in advance
Though collecting your hire car straight from Sydney Airport (SYD) offers convenience, this convenience is not free. Airport rental facilities are classified as premium collection sites across Australia, and airport pricing structure reflects this.
Superior value often exists at off-airport rental car providers, with complimentary shuttle transport from the airport to their facilities being standard practice. While this does mean additional travel time, you should save some money in the process.
The greatest savings may come from booking your rental car through a suburban or downtown Sydney provider. While airport transfers aren’t typically available to these locations, they frequently provide the most competitive base pricing.
VroomVroomVroom compares prices from a wide range of Sydney car rental providers, including on-airport, off-airport, and city depots. Whether you’re looking for a budget hatchback, a 4WD, or a family wagon for a road trip to the Blue Mountains, we can help you find the right car at the right price.
On hiring a car in Sydney City, New South Wales
Prices start at AUD $59 per day for a Compact Car, up to AUD $183 per day for a Premium SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Sydney.
If you are looking for a Luxury SUV option, the rate is AUD $122 per day. Make sure to check a live rate for your desired car hire dates in Sydney.
If you prefer to plug your car in rather than fill it up, an Electric Car costs between AUD $65 and AUD $129 per day. Enter your car hire dates and find a live rate for your desired Electric Car in Sydney.
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 $89 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates in Sydney.
The highest-rated rental car in Sydney is Kia Cerato or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.
Thrifty is the highest-rated car hire provider in Sydney, based on ratings by our customers.
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 Sydney 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.
Some Sydney City car hire providers have depots that are easier to find and get to than others. Most of the depots within the city area are found in car parks or hotels. If you can collect a car outside of the CBD area, you may find it easier to access the car hire depot. You can check the depot addresses above to determine if you will be within walking distance of a car rental depot based on your accommodation location.
Travellers are recommended to rent a car in Sydney if they plan to venture to the outskirts of the CBD or further. Within the CBD there are public transport options and it is quite walkable. Public transport like ferries, buses and trains can also help get you to areas outside of the CBD, however, a rental car will give you the added convenience of travelling when and where you want to.
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Are you flying into Sydney?
Consider collecting your vehicle from the airport. We work with a range of car hire providers at Sydney Airport (SYD).
Many of Sydney’s highways and tunnels, including the iconic Harbour Bridge, require toll payments. Don’t forget to discuss toll payment options with your vehicle provider upon pickup.
If you need a campervan hire in Sydney — or across Australia — we can help. Easily compare rental rates from Apollo, Britz, JUCY, Mighty, and more. From 2 berth campervans to 8 berth motorhomes.
Parking can be expensive in Sydney, so make sure to check online for special offers or discounts, as many parking operators will offer a lower price for pre-booking online. We have listed down some options if you need to park at Sydney Airport.
Planning a one-way interstate trip? Our Sydney to Melbourne hire car option lets you book a car rental in Sydney and drop it off in Melbourne, or another location. Simply untick the “Return to the same location” option in our search form and choose your preferred return location.
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It’s important to return your hire car with a full tank of fuel to avoid extra fees. With so many service stations in Sydney, it can be hard to know where to find the best deal on petrol. Luckily, we’ve got you covered with our free fuel price comparison app.
Car hire depots in Sydney are marked on the map below.
30 Pitt Street, Circular Quay NSW, 2000
Today •8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
4.35 • 4 ratings
395 Pitt St, Sydney NSW, 2000
Today •8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
4.28 • 8 ratings
95 Riley St/of 65 William St, Sydney NSW, 2011
Today •7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Holiday Inn Hotel, 203 Victoria Street, Potts Point NSW, 2011
Today •8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
4.56 • 11 ratings
Pullman Hotel / 26-36 College St, Sydney NSW, 2010
Today •8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
3.43 • 6 ratings
95 Riley St/of 65 William St, Sydney, Nsw NSW, 2011
Today •7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
4.56 • 5 ratings
180 William Street, Kings Cross NSW, 2011
Today •7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
4.53 • 14 ratings
52 Sir John Young Crescent, Woolloomooloo, Sydney NSW, 2011
Today •7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
3.74 • 7 ratings
95 Riley St/of 65 William St, Sydney NSW, 2011
Today •7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
4.56 • 16 ratings
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Whether you’re a local after a short rental, or a visitor chasing value for money, have a look at picking up at one of our many locations across Sydney. With depots from the city to the suburbs, there’s sure to be a location that suits your needs.
🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Commercial Van/Truck, Crossover, Monospace, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab), Pick up (single/extended cab), SUV, Sport and Wagon/Estate. |
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🔑 No. of depots | Nine car rental depots in Sydney. |
✅ Rental brands | Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Europcar, Hertz, No Birds, Sixt and Thrifty. |
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