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Cheap Car Rentals in South Australia from RM 194

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in South Australia with a pick-up date of 4/6 and drop-off date of 4/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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South Australia car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in South Australia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 March 2025.

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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in South Australia?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in South Australia and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 25 March 2025.

January

RM 159

February

RM 132

March

RM 155

April

RM 159

May

RM 128

June

RM 124

July

RM 124

August

RM 115

September

RM 141

October

RM 168

November

RM 159

December

RM 217

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in South Australia is August. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in South Australia

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in South Australia and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 25 March 2025.

There are currently 3,289 hire locations operating in South Australia spread across 100 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in South Australia is small car at RM 194 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

RM 194+

Compact

Compact

RM 208+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 226+

Full-size

Full-size

RM 488+

SUV

SUV

RM 475+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

RM 397+

Mini

Mini

RM 322+

Passenger van

Passenger van

RM 443+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

RM 246+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

RM 284+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

RM 364+

Compare available car types for rental in South Australia

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in South Australia to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 March 2025.

Small cars

RM 66 - RM 211

All Car Types

RM 147 - RM 336

To rent a small car in South Australia, you would pay an average price of RM 136/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a small car in South Australia (~RM 66/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~RM 211/day). In fact, January is about 52% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for South Australia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in South Australia, renting a small car saves you 37% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best South Australia small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in South Australia, you would pay an average price of RM 201/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in South Australia (~RM 123/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~RM 337/day). In fact, April is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for South Australia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in South Australia, renting a medium car saves you 6% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best South Australia medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in South Australia, you would pay an average price of RM 249/day. July is the cheapest month to rent a large car in South Australia (~RM 203/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~RM 467/day). In fact, July is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for South Australia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in South Australia, renting a large car is 15% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To rent a SUV in South Australia, you would pay an average price of RM 203/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in South Australia (~RM 118/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~RM 415/day). In fact, May is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for South Australia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in South Australia, renting a SUV saves you 5% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best South Australia SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in South Australia, you would pay an average price of RM 266/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a van in South Australia (~RM 146/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~RM 779/day). In fact, September is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for South Australia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in South Australia, renting a van is 20% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best South Australia van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Proton PersonaRM 194/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Persona
Honda CivicRM 208/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Civic
Honda CivicRM 220/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Civic

Top rental agencies in South Australia

Explore the leading car rental agencies in South Australia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in South Australia. Reviews were last updated on 25 March 2025.

Thrifty

9.6
Wonderful
2 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.6

Value

8.8

Avis

9.0
Wonderful
4 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.3

Sixt

8.6
Very Good
9 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.3

Hertz

8.1
Very Good
9 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.4

Budget

8.0
Very Good
6 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0
Very Good
2 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

9.3

Ace Rental Cars

7.6
Good
3 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

6.8

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

8.0

Europcar

6.8
Okay
8 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.1

Best South Australia car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in South Australia. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in South Australia with an average daily rate of RM 349. Data was last updated on 25 March 2025.
Proton PersonaRM 194/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Persona
Honda CivicRM 208/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Civic
Honda CivicRM 220/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Civic

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in South Australia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 25 March 2025.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in South Australia?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in South Australia from the following companies over the past two weeks: East Coast Car Rentals (RM 194/day), Simba Car Hire (RM 322/day), and Yesaway (RM 364/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in South Australia?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, MINI Car Rentals (10.0 rating), YesDrive Car Rental (10.0 rating) and Fox (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in South Australia.

  • What are petrol prices like in South Australia?

    The average price of petrol in South Australia is RM 4.70/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between RM 211 and RM 305 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in South Australia for a week from East Coast Car Rentals?

    Hiring a car in South Australia for a week can be a great option for travel. East Coast Car Rentals, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around RM 1,078/week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in South Australia for the best price?

    Booking early can save you upwards of 43% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 8 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in South Australia.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in South Australia?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in South Australia for a month is certainly possible.

Small car rentals in South Australia

Find small car rental deals in South Australia from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in South Australia cost an average of RM 412 per day. Price data was last updated on 25 March 2025.
Perodua AxiaRM 317/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Axia
Perodua AxiaRM 321/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Axia
Perodua AxiaRM 322/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Axia

Luxury car rentals in South Australia

Find luxury car rental deals in South Australia from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in South Australia cost an average of RM 480 per day. Price data was last updated on 25 March 2025.
BMW 3 SeriesRM 480/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series
BMW 3 SeriesRM 480/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series

Car rentals by fuel type in South Australia

Browse car rentals by fuel type in South Australia. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in South Australia. Deals were last updated on 25 March 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in South Australia. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (RM 50+).

Electric

Electric

RM 74+

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 50+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 50+

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