4WD car rental in Hobart
Compare 4WD hire in Hobart: remote touring where permitted. Pick up at Hobart Airport, in the city centre or at a suburban depot, and see the total price before you book.
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4WD rental in Hobart at a glance
Four-wheel drives such as the Toyota LandCruiser Prado are built for remote touring, unsealed roads and outback conditions where your agreement allows.
From Hobart a 4WD makes sense for trips to national parks and remote areas, not for the city.
- Typical models
- Toyota LandCruiser Prado, Toyota LandCruiser 300, Isuzu MU-X or similar
- Seats
- 5–7
- Luggage
- 4–5 suitcases
- From
- A$120 per day (indicative)
- Pick-up points in Hobart
- 3 locations
- Best for
- Remote touring where permitted
Typical 4WD cars in Hobart
Indicative specs and daily from-prices. You book a car class, so a similar model may be supplied.
Toyota LandCruiser Prado
7 seats · 4 bags
From A$140/day
View Toyota LandCruiser Prado rental
Toyota LandCruiser 300
7 seats · 5 bags
From A$220/day
Isuzu MU-X
7 seats · 4 bags
From A$125/day
Toyota HiLux 4x4
5 seats · tray
From A$120/day
Is a 4WD right for Hobart?
What the car is good at, and what to check for driving in and around Hobart.
A 4WD suits you if
- You are heading to remote or outback areas
- Your route includes permitted unsealed roads
- You need towing or high ground clearance
Check before you book
- Which unsealed roads the agreement allows
- Recovery and roadside cover in remote areas
- Fuel range and where to refuel
Driving in Hobart
Hobart is hilly, and many Tasmanian roads are narrow and winding. Allow more time than the map suggests.
Wildlife is common on roads at dawn and dusk. Slow down outside towns.
Check whether your rental can go on the Bruny Island ferry or the Spirit of Tasmania before you plan it.
Where to pick up a 4WD in Hobart
Availability of each car type depends on the depot and your dates.
Rental companies in Hobart
Open a company to see its Hobart pick-up points, conditions and deals.
Alamo9.4/10 · Excellent
Simba Car Hire9.4/10 · Excellent
Green Motion9.4/10 · 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 · Excellent4WD rental in Hobart: questions
Short answers. Details depend on your supplier and booking.
How much does a 4WD rental cost in Hobart?
Indicative prices start from about A$120 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 a 4WD at Hobart Airport?
Usually yes. Most suppliers at Hobart Airport offer this class, either at a terminal desk or at a nearby depot with a free shuttle. Your voucher shows which.
Which 4WD will I get?
You book a car class, not a model. The Toyota LandCruiser Prado, Toyota LandCruiser 300 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.