SUV car rental in Cairns
Compare SUV hire in Cairns: luggage space and highway comfort. Pick up at Cairns Airport, in the city centre or at a suburban depot, and see the total price before you book.
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SUV rental in Cairns at a glance
Mid-size SUVs such as the Toyota RAV4 have room for five adults and their luggage, and are comfortable over long days on the highway.
From Cairns they are the default for family road trips, ski trips and longer drives out of the city.
- Typical models
- Toyota RAV4, Mitsubishi ASX, Hyundai Kona or similar
- Seats
- 5
- Luggage
- 3–4 suitcases
- From
- A$52 per day (indicative)
- Pick-up points in Cairns
- 3 locations
- Best for
- Families, luggage and long drives
Typical SUV cars in Cairns
Indicative specs and daily from-prices. You book a car class, so a similar model may be supplied.
Toyota RAV4
5 seats · 4 bags
From A$68/day
View Toyota RAV4 rental
Mitsubishi ASX
5 seats · 3 bags
From A$52/day
Hyundai Kona
5 seats · 3 bags
From A$56/day
View Hyundai Kona rental
BMW X1
5 seats · 3 bags
From A$110/day
Is an SUV right for Cairns?
What the car is good at, and what to check for driving in and around Cairns.
An SUV suits you if
- You are a family or group of four or five
- You carry bulky luggage, prams or sports gear
- You will spend long days on the highway
Check before you book
- AWD is not the same as 4WD: unsealed roads may still be excluded
- Fuel use compared with a hybrid
- Child-seat availability and fees
Driving in Cairns
From November to April, heavy rain can close roads. Check road conditions before longer drives.
The Daintree River cable ferry is the only way north to Cape Tribulation. Check your agreement allows it.
Watch for cassowaries on rainforest roads and never swim where crocodile warnings are posted.
Where to pick up an SUV in Cairns
Availability of each car type depends on the depot and your dates.
Rental companies in Cairns
Open a company to see its Cairns pick-up points, conditions and deals.
Alamo9.4/10 · Excellent
Simba Car Hire9.4/10 · Excellent
Hertz9.4/10 · Excellent
Avis9.0/10 · Excellent
Budget8.8/10 · Very good
Europcar9.0/10 · Excellent
Thrifty8.6/10 · Very good
Sixt9.2/10 · Excellent
Enterprise9.2/10 · Excellent
Redspot9.2/10 · Excellent
East Coast Car Rentals8.6/10 · Very good
Bargain Car Rentals9.2/10 · ExcellentSUV rental in Cairns: questions
Short answers. Details depend on your supplier and booking.
How much does an SUV rental cost in Cairns?
Indicative prices start from about A$52 per day, before extras. The total depends on dates, pick-up point, driver age and the supplier, so run a search to see current prices.
Can I pick up an SUV at Cairns Airport?
Usually yes. Most suppliers at Cairns Airport offer this class, either at a terminal desk or at a nearby depot with a free shuttle. Your voucher shows which.
Which SUV will I get?
You book a car class, not a model. The Toyota RAV4, Mitsubishi ASX are typical examples, and the supplier may give you a similar car.
Can I return the car in another city?
Often yes as a one-way rental, subject to availability. Any one-way fee is shown in the total before you book.