Compact car rental in Hobart
Compare compact car hire in Hobart: easy parking, room for 3 bags. 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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Compact rental in Hobart at a glance
Compact cars such as the Toyota Corolla and Hyundai i30 add boot space and highway comfort over an economy car for only a little more per day.
In Hobart a compact is the all-rounder: easy to park, comfortable on the motorway and big enough for a weekend away.
- Typical models
- Hyundai i30, Toyota Corolla, Mazda3 or similar
- Seats
- 5
- Luggage
- 2–3 suitcases
- From
- A$44 per day (indicative)
- Pick-up points in Hobart
- 3 locations
- Best for
- Couples and small families
Typical Compact cars in Hobart
Indicative specs and daily from-prices. You book a car class, so a similar model may be supplied.
Hyundai i30
5 seats · 3 bags
From A$46/day
Toyota Corolla
5 seats · 3 bags
From A$48/day
View Toyota Corolla rental
Mazda3
5 seats · 3 bags
From A$50/day
MG 3
5 seats · 2 bags
From A$44/day
Is a compact car right for Hobart?
What the car is good at, and what to check for driving in and around Hobart.
A compact car suits you if
- You are two to four people with a couple of suitcases
- You mix city driving with a few longer drives
- You want more comfort than an economy car without SUV prices
Check before you book
- Whether a hatch or a sedan is supplied (boot shapes differ)
- Fuel policy: return full to avoid refuelling charges
- Toll billing and admin fees
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 compact car 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 · ExcellentCompact rental in Hobart: questions
Short answers. Details depend on your supplier and booking.
How much does a compact car rental cost in Hobart?
Indicative prices start from about A$44 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 compact car 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 compact car will I get?
You book a car class, not a model. The Hyundai i30, Toyota Corolla 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.