Renting a car for your next journey is the most convenient option to satisfy your mobility needs. By hiring a car from one of our Australian or worldwide stations, you are guaranteed your own mode of transport to explore with freedom on your holiday.
At SIXT, we go above and beyond to get you on the road thanks to our range of car rental services available at airports, city centres and regional towns.
Whether you're planning to travel on a budget, or first class, SIXT will have the ideal rental car for you. You can choose from a large fleet of new vehicles which are available in different body types and varying passenger sizes.
Drive in style with a luxury car hire, or if you prefer something compact we have a fleet of smaller vehicles. For those travelling in a group or with a lot of luggage SIXT has plenty of
For your commercial needs, or if you’re looking to move house, SIXT has small and large
When renting a car with SIXT in Australia, our rentals are equipped with air conditioning and most have automatic transmission but we offer other optional extras and protection options to make your journey more comfortable.
Get even greater rates on our wide selection of vehicles when you opt for a long term rental or with your Auto Club Membership. Along with our premium vehicles we also provide excellent customer service that is available to you 24/7.
With over 170 car rental offices around the country, SIXT can help you wherever you’re headed. Choose from all the major cities including:
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The best part of having so many locations to choose from is picking up and dropping off your hire car at the most convenient option on your journey. Whether it’s for business or a family holiday, SIXT will help you get there. We have a range of car hire options to suit your needs, from SUVs with a little more legroom and compact cars that are more economic to the latest electric vehicles and premium cars for some luxury. Whatever your budget is, there’s something for you in our extensive fleet. When you rent with SIXT you’ll also enjoy free roadside assistance and Auto Club members save 15% on all rentals, plus flexible bookings.
At SIXT, we know that
Did you know if you’re a member of one of Australia’s many Auto Clubs you can save on car hire with SIXT? That means if you’re a part of the NRMA, RACV, RACQ, AANT, RAA, RAC or RACT, you’ll save a massive 15% on your car hire. That’s on top of the free 24-hour roadside assistance you’ll also enjoy, as well as flexible booking conditions. All you have to do is enter your membership number before finalising your booking and your discount will be automatically applied. With SIXT offices in a number of convenient locations, find one near you and enjoy your Auto Club discount today.
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To rent a car with SIXT Australia you will need a valid driver’s license. SIXT recognises all current non-provisional and non-probationary Australian driver's licences and current overseas licences. Accepted driver's licences must be in English with photo and produced at the commencement of the rental, and must not be expired. Should the valid driver's licence be in another language or have no photo SIXT will accept a certified translation in English or an International driver's permit. Should the licence not have a photo, an International Driving Permit must accompany it.
Payment for rental is required upon collection of your vehicle. SIXT’s preferred method is credit card. Credit cards are accepted nationally. Credit Cards must be bank-issued in the name of the authorised renter, and your credit card details are supplied to Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) for toll payments.
There are minimum age requirements to rent with SIXT, and higher ages to book or drive some premium and luxury car categories, as well as larger vehicles.
We have more than 2,200 locations in more than 105 countries worldwide, so you are likely to find a SIXT branch wherever you are going. Our branches are in convenient locations like airports, hotels and city centers so you can easily pick up and drop off your SIXT rental car. SIXT Australia also serves many regional areas around the country.
SIXT offers a range of rental cars at a variety of price points, from economy to luxury. If you need a standard compact car, sedan or SUV, we have that. We also have premium and luxury cars at competitive rates for when you want to splurge. We also specialise in electric vehicles boasting the largest fleet of EVs in Australia. No matter what kind of vehicle you want or need, we likely have something to fit your budget.
At SIXT, we try to make luxury cars accessible by renting them at competitive prices. The price you pay depends on the location, the car category and other factors. If you’re heading to a special event or simply want to travel in style, check out our fleet of luxury cars and see what fits your budget.
When collecting your vehicle, in addition to paying for your rental, SIXT requires a deposit (as security) to cover any additional charges such as fuel, additional kilometres, and the Damage Recovery Fee (DRF). Deposits range between $200 and $1100 depending on the vehicle type, pickup location and payment type. Debit Cards are only accepted at select SIXT locations and usually incur a higher deposit. This charge will be taken and released upon return of the vehicle in alignment with the terms and conditions of your rental agreement. Refund into your account may take 3-5 business days of bank processing time to become available. Please note we do not accept CASH deposits.
You can use all the major credit cards and debit cards, providing they have the Visa/MasterCard emblem/logo on them. It is important to note credit card must be in the name of the authorised renter, be bank-issued, and the credit card holder must be present at time of collection. Debit cards are only accepted at selected locations.
We offer a range of useful extras you can choose to add to your rental, either when booking or picking up your car. Add child seats to keep everyone safe, an additional driver to share time behind the wheel, or choose a protection package for peace of mind.
At some locations you can add winter snow passes so you’re prepared to travel above the snow line.
You can add an additional driver to your rental contract either while booking or at the counter. Additional drivers need to present a valid driver’s license. There is a fee for an additional driver.
SIXT operates a national network in order to allow flexible traveling, however the rates for one-way rentals can vary between locations, as there is often a One-Way Fee. Simply select the location and vehicle you wish to book at sixt.com.au to see if one-way rentals are available for your journey to see if one-way rentals are available between your preferred locations, or call our contact center on 13 SIXT (+61 2 8337 2700) to check for participating locations for your preferred route and request a quote.
More frequently asked questions can be found on our FAQs page.
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