New South Wales car hire

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Cheap car hire in New South Wales

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Hyundai Accent car
Hyundai Accent
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
M
R412/day
Toyota Corolla car
Toyota Corolla
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
M
R324/day
Kia Forte car
Kia Forte
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
M
R428/day
Ford Ranger car
Ford Ranger
or similar Large
5
2
2/4
M
R1 008/day
Toyota RAV4 car
Toyota RAV4
or similar 4x4
2
2
4-5
M
R645/day
Kia Carnival car
Kia Carnival
or similar Van
5
5
4-5
M
R830/day
MG 3 car
MG 3
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
M
R887/day
Kia Carnival car
Kia Carnival
or similar Van
5
5
4-5
M
R1 092/day
Class Special Car car
Class Special Car
or similar Category
5
5
2/4
M
R321/day
Kia Stonic car
Kia Stonic
or similar 4x4
4
2
4-5
M
R331/day
Kia Sportage car
Kia Sportage
or similar 4x4
5
5
4-5
M
R481/day
Mitsubishi Outlander car
Mitsubishi Outlander
or similar 4x4
5
3
4-5
M
R662/day
Mazda CX-5 car
Mazda CX-5
or similar 4x4
5
3
4-5
M
R848/day
Best prices found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.
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Most popular agency

Bargain Car Rentals

Most popular car type

Premium

Average price

R565/day

Good deal

R289/day

KAYAK’s insights & trends for New South Wales car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in New South Wales with confidence.

How far in advance should you book car hire in New South Wales?

You should book your car hire in New South Wales around 8 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in New South Wales?

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest hire cars were found at Ace Rental Cars (R872,23/day), Thrifty (R1 615,19/day), and Hertz (R2 448,16/day).

What is the most popular car to hire in New South Wales?

SUV cars (Kia Sportage or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to hire in New South Wales. SUV cars in New South Wales cost R972/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as R552/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in New South Wales?

The cheapest month to hire a car in New South Wales is March at an average cost of R782/day. December is the most expensive month to hire a car in New South Wales when prices are R1 154/day on average, which tends to be 2 302% above the yearly average hire price for New South Wales.

Which car hire company in New South Wales has the most locations?

Thrifty operates 8 locations in New South Wales, more than any other car hire company.

Top tips for hiring a car in New South Wales

  • When you pick up your hire vehicle, a provider will usually request you provide a credit card. Alternatively, another applicable option is a debit card, but this can change depending on your provider. You will be charged a deposit in case of accidental damage that may occur to the vehicle whilst it’s in your possession. A driver will not be able to pay with cash or cheque deposits, only cards.
  • Drivers who are intending to hire a vehicle whilst they are in New South Wales will find that they have to bring certain and specific documentation with them before they can successfully drive away with a vehicle. At the time of pick-up, a driver must always show either a full driver licence in English or an Australian green P-plate licence. It is usually requested that this has been valid for at least 12 months. A driver must also generally show that their passport is valid throughout the duration of their car hire. Providers might differ in their requests, so it’s best to check beforehand.
  • New South Wales are very strict on their drink and drive limit, so all drivers must make sure to abide by all of the rules. A driver must never get behind the wheel when they have consumed more than the recommended maximum beverage count. The current limit states that a driver can never have a Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) level of more than 0.05 gr per every 100ml of blood. Factors such as your age, body size, weight and gender, can influence this rate, so it’s best to avoid drinking and driving altogether.
  • 25% of our users found a car hire in New South Wales for R289 or less
  • Economy hire cars in New South Wales are around 70% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in New South Wales

  • Should I hire a car in New South Wales?

    Whilst there is a network of public transport options in New South Wales, like buses and trams, they run at a limited service and aren’t as reliable compared with the freedom of a hire vehicle. Hiring a vehicle throughout your stay means that you are faced with no restrictions and can explore everything that New South Wales has to offer, without the delay or unreliability of public transport. Enjoy some of the top attractions, sights and landmarks, such as Sydney Opera House, Bondi Beach, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Taronga Zoo Sydney, Royal Botanic Garden Sydney, Darling Harbour, Art Gallery of New South Wales, Sydney Tower Eye, Port Jackson Bay along with many more.

  • What is driving like in New South Wales?

    Driving in New South Wales isn’t too different to driving around the UK, meaning that driving is simple for either those who are new to the driving scene or are experienced. All vehicles have a steering wheel located on the right-hand side, meaning that all drivers must drive on the left-hand side of the road. Driving conditions are suitable for any kind of travel, with their vast open roads and good quality surfaces, but speed limits can differ on certain road types. If you’re in built-up residential areas, then you can generally expect a maximum limit of 50 km/h (31 mph), and there’s usually a limit of 100 km/h (62 mph) in rural areas. A driver must always drive at an appropriate driving speed, even if it is not clearly signposted.

  • How old do you have to be to hire a car in New South Wales?

    If you are planning on hiring a vehicle during your time in New South Wales, then expect that providers will most likely only have suitable options for those 21 years and above. However, some providers have altered their requirements, so this isn’t always the case. Select providers will allow car hire for those as young as 19 years old. These drivers should expect to pay a sub charge on top of their booking cost, also known as a young driver’s fee. Drivers are expected to have held their licence for a minimum of 12 months and have either a full driver licence (with an English translation if applicable).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in New South Wales?

    On average a car hire in New South Wales costs R565 per day.

  • How can I find car hires near me in New South Wales?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • Where should I hire a car in New South Wales?

    Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to hire a car in New South Wales are Sydney (83% of total searches of users looking to hire a car in New South Wales) and Armidale (17%).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in New South Wales?

    On average a car hire in New South Wales costs R3 953 per week (R565 per day).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in New South Wales?

    On average a car hire in New South Wales costs R16 942 per month (R565 per day).

Car hire directory

  • thrifty

    Thrifty car hire locations in New South Wales

    34 Locations

  • hertz

    Hertz car hire locations in New South Wales

    24 Locations

  • avis

    Avis car hire locations in New South Wales

    22 Locations

  • firefly

    Firefly car hire locations in New South Wales

    22 Locations

  • budget

    Budget car hire locations in New South Wales

    19 Locations

  • keddy

    keddy by Europcar car hire locations in New South Wales

    18 Locations

  • dollar

    Dollar car hire locations in New South Wales

    17 Locations

  • sunnycars

    Sunnycars car hire locations in New South Wales

    17 Locations

  • sixtrentacar

    Sixt car hire locations in New South Wales

    16 Locations

  • europcar

    Europcar car hire locations in New South Wales

    11 Locations

  • enterprise

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car car hire locations in New South Wales

    8 Locations

  • redspot

    Red Spot car hire locations in New South Wales

    7 Locations

Car hire locations in New South Wales

Everything you need to know for your car hire in New South Wales

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