SUV car rental in Gold Coast
Compare SUV hire in Gold Coast: luggage space and highway comfort. 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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SUV rental in Gold Coast 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 Gold Coast 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 Gold Coast
- 9 locations
- Best for
- Families, luggage and long drives
Typical SUV cars in Gold Coast
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 Gold Coast?
What the car is good at, and what to check for driving in and around Gold Coast.
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 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 SUV 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 · ExcellentSUV rental in Gold Coast: questions
Short answers. Details depend on your supplier and booking.
How much does an SUV rental cost in Gold Coast?
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 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 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.