Electric (EV) car rental in Gold Coast
Compare electric car hire in Gold Coast: quiet and cheap to run. Pick up at Gold Coast Airport, in the city centre or at a suburban depot, and see the total price before you book.
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Electric (EV) rental in Gold Coast at a glance
Electric cars are quiet, quick and cheap to run, and fast chargers are now common in and around the main cities.
In Gold Coast you can charge at your hotel, in public car parks or at fast chargers on the main routes out of town.
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- Typical models
- Tesla Model 3, Polestar 2, BYD Atto 3 or similar
- Seats
- 5
- Luggage
- 2–3 suitcases
- From
- A$85 per day (indicative)
- Pick-up points in Gold Coast
- 9 locations
- Best for
- Low running costs in town
Typical Electric (EV) cars in Gold Coast
Indicative specs and daily from-prices. You book a car class, so a similar model may be supplied.
Tesla Model 3
5 seats · 2 bags + front boot
From A$95/day
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Polestar 2
5 seats · 2 bags
From A$99/day
BYD Atto 3
5 seats · 2 bags
From A$85/day
Tesla Model Y
5 seats · 3 bags + front boot
From A$105/day
Is an EV right for Gold Coast?
What the car is good at, and what to check for driving in and around Gold Coast.
An EV suits you if
- Most of your driving is in or near the city
- You can charge where you stay
- You want low running costs
Check before you book
- The charge level required at return and any fees
- Charging cards or apps the supplier provides
- Range on long regional drives
Driving in Gold Coast
The M1 between the Gold Coast and Brisbane gets busy at peak times and on weekends.
Parking at theme parks and beachfront areas can be paid. Allow time to find a space.
Roads to Springbrook, Tamborine Mountain and Lamington are narrow and winding.
Where to pick up an EV in Gold Coast
Availability of each car type depends on the depot and your dates.
Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
Terminal desks and shuttle depots
Airport guideGold Coast city guide
CBD and suburban pick-up, tolls and parking
City guideArundel town centre, Gold Coast
City or town centre
View locationAshmore, Gold Coast
Suburban depot
View locationCurrumbin Waters, Gold Coast
Suburban depot
View locationNerang, Gold Coast
Suburban depot
View locationOrmeau town centre, Gold Coast
City or town centre
View locationSouthport, Gold Coast
Suburban depot
View locationRental companies in Gold Coast
Open a company to see its Gold Coast pick-up points, conditions and deals.
Alamo9.4/10 · 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 · ExcellentOther car types in Gold Coast
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Electric (EV) rental in Gold Coast: questions
Short answers. Details depend on your supplier and booking.
How much does an EV rental cost in Gold Coast?
Indicative prices start from about A$85 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 EV at Gold Coast Airport?
Usually yes. Most suppliers at Gold Coast Airport offer this class, either at a terminal desk or at a nearby depot with a free shuttle. Your voucher shows which.
Which electric car will I get?
You book a car class, not a model. The Tesla Model 3, Polestar 2 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.