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South Australia car rentals in 2024

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 19 December 2024.

Most popular company

Europcar

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

RM 120

Cheapest price per day

RM 120

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 19 December 2024.

January

RM 151

February

RM 142

March

RM 192

April

RM 160

May

RM 138

June

RM 125

July

RM 120

August

RM 116

September

RM 142

October

RM 169

November

RM 165

December

RM 205

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.

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 19 December 2024.

Small cars

RM 100 - RM 448

All Car Types

RM 163 - RM 376

To rent a small car in South Australia, you would pay an average price of RM 188/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a small car in South Australia (~RM 100/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~RM 448/day). In fact, June is about 47% 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 21% 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.

To rent a medium car in South Australia, you would pay an average price of RM 206/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in South Australia (~RM 124/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~RM 388/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 14% 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.

To rent a large car in South Australia, you would pay an average price of RM 294/day. July is the cheapest month to rent a large car in South Australia (~RM 196/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~RM 421/day). In fact, July is about 34% 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 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.

To rent a SUV in South Australia, you would pay an average price of RM 214/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in South Australia (~RM 75/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~RM 419/day). In fact, January is about 65% 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 10% 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.

To rent a van in South Australia, you would pay an average price of RM 295/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a van in South Australia (~RM 189/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~RM 785/day). In fact, September is about 37% 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.

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 19 December 2024.

Thrifty

9.5
Wonderful
2 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

8.5

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

Budget

8.6
Very Good
4 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.0

Sixt

8.6
Very Good
9 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.3

Hertz

8.3
Very Good
9 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

7.6

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

7.2
Good
7 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.6

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 19 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in South Australia?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 120/day when booking a car hire in South Australia. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 117/day from Europcar, booked on Dec. 16.

  • 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), EverythingFleet (10.0 rating) and YesDrive Car Rental (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 4.74/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between RM 213 and RM 308 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in South Australia for a week from Europcar?

    Hiring a car in South Australia for a week can be a great option for travel. Europcar, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around RM 841/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 46% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 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.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in South Australia for a month?

    The average cost of a car rental in South Australia for a month is RM 3,606. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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