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