Electric (EV) car rental in Sydney
Compare electric car hire in Sydney: quiet and cheap to run. Pick up at Sydney 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 Sydney 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 Sydney you can charge at your hotel, in public car parks or at fast chargers on the main routes out of town.
Check Electric (EV) prices Electric (EV) rental in Australia
- 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 Sydney
- 52 locations
- Best for
- Low running costs in town
Typical Electric (EV) cars in Sydney
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 Sydney?
What the car is good at, and what to check for driving in and around Sydney.
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 Sydney
Sydney has many toll roads, including the Harbour Bridge and Tunnel, M2, M5, M7 and WestConnex. Ask how your supplier bills tolls and any admin fee.
CBD parking is expensive and limited. Check whether your hotel has parking before you collect the car.
The Blue Mountains, Hunter Valley and the South Coast are all comfortable day or overnight trips.
Where to pick up an EV in Sydney
Availability of each car type depends on the depot and your dates.
Sydney Airport (SYD)
Terminal desks and shuttle depots
Airport guideSydney city guide
CBD and suburban pick-up, tolls and parking
City guideSydney CBD
City or town centre
View locationSydney City Centre
City or town centre
View locationAlexandria, Sydney
Suburban depot
View locationArncliffe, Sydney
Suburban depot
View locationArtarmon, Sydney
Suburban depot
View locationBankstown, Sydney
Suburban depot
View locationRental companies in Sydney
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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 · ExcellentOther car types in Sydney
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Electric (EV) rental in Sydney: questions
Short answers. Details depend on your supplier and booking.
How much does an EV rental cost in Sydney?
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 Sydney Airport?
Usually yes. Most suppliers at Sydney 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.