Our vehicles are equipped with an electronic toll device (e-Tag). Toll expenses will be automatically paid in your credit card without any additional cost.

Australians drive on the left-hand side of the road and be aware of the vast wildlife that may cross the roads including Koalas!

What's the minimum age to hire a car in Australia?

To rent a car with SIXT in Australia you need to be at least 21 with a valid license. Some car categories have a higher minimum rental age, and an underage driver fee may apply.

Can I modify, extend, or cancel my reservation?

You can modify, extend, or cancel your reservation in Australia through your manage booking section or through the app.

What documents do I need to hire a car in Australia?

You need a valid driver’s license held for at least 1 year, depending on the car category. You might also need an International Driving Permit or official translation of the license.

Can I book a long-term car rental in Australia?

Whether you’re planning to stay in Australia or travel beyond, it’s easy to reserve a long-term rental. Enter your trip dates and pick-up/drop-off locations and we’ll find you affordable long-term car rental deals.

Do I need to purchase insurance or protection packages with my rental in Australia?

A damage waiver is included with your booking. You can add other protection products to reduce your excess.

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Our top branches in Australia

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Car rental specials and deals

SIXT car rental is constantly working to bring you the best car hire deals and prices. In addition to the everyday great rates available from SIXT, our website is constantly updated with specials available from our offices. You can check out our current specials at our car rental specials page or just call us on our national reservations telephone number to find out more.

Modern fleet

SIXT car rental is proud of its diverse and modern vehicle fleet. Vehicles available for hire include an extensive range of cars, trucks, utes and busses. The SIXT fleet is among the youngest in the car rental industry with passenger vehicles averaging only 6 months of age. With SIXT you will always be driving a recent model giving you peace of mind.

With over 18,000 modern cars, trucks and busses on offer, we are confident we can meet your car rental needs, whatever and wherever they may be. Please browse our hire vehicles page for available cars, people movers, trucks and busses.

Book online

You can book your car hire online for lowest rates. Use the online SIXT booking engine to select the pickup location, drop off location and relevant dates. Then select the vehicle you require, enter some personal details and your hire car will be ready on arrival. Finding the best rates and booking is as simple as that.

Enjoy Australia with SIXT

At SIXT car rental we are passionate about what we do. We try to make your car hire experience as simple and easy as possible. From booking online to friendly and efficient service at pickup, whether landing at Sydney Airport and driving to a business meeting or on holiday with the family driving through the Northern Territory. SIXT car rental delivers to Australia's car rental needs. Live a little, drive one of our hire cars and see the great sites Australia has to offer:

Sydney
: visit the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House
Melbourne
: Take a drive along the great ocean road
Adelaide
: Experience a region famous for its wineries
Perth
: Discover a coastline with over 12,500 kilometres, magnificent beaches and some of the world’s whitest sands
Darwin
: Visit the great Australian outback
Cairns
: Discover the Great Barrier Reef
Brisbane
: Experience the Gold Coast
Canberra
: Visit the museums and galleries in the nation’s capital

Find out more

SIXT operates the following services in all Australian states and territories. Please select the region required or use our map above to explore Australia and book a rental car.

Car rental Australia Capital Territory
(ACT)
Car rental Victoria
(VIC)
Car rental New South Wales
(NSW)
Car rental Queensland
(QLD)
Car rental Northern Territory
(NT)
Car rental Western Australia
(WA)
Car rental South Australia
(SA)
Car rental Tasmania
(TAS)

If you're planning to visit or travel in Australia, get a quote online, book your car hire and enjoy SIXT service at its best.

Car rental in Australia

SIXT is proud of its global car hire footprint, making SIXT car rental, truck hire, and bus hire readily available in your city, neighbourhood or airport. SIXT operates in more than 170 locations around the country with its head office in Sydney, bringing you the best value car hire deals and specials to your doorstep.

Next time you travel, whether business or pleasure, local or overseas, SIXT can look after all your vehicle hire needs. For cars, utes, vans and trucks with car pickups and returns at all major Australian airports, or from one of SIXT's numerous city or regional locations, our friendly and efficient staff are always ready to help with your car hire needs, whether online, by telephone or just dropping in.

Customer reviews & feedback

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4.7

Tim L.

5.0

Great service. Manager is really helpful and will defo be back. Easy rental.

Geoff N.

4.0

Good service. Great staff. Only complaint is that close at midday on Saturday.

Pirada K.

5.0

Clean cars, great service.

*Our Customer Excitement Score is based on a survey sent to all customers who booked in Australia. The score is an average of all customer responses.

Good to know when renting in Australia

Under 25 Car Hire

In Australia the minimum age for car hire is 21 years old though choice of cars is limited, at 25 there are more cars, but you must hold a valid licence for at least 2 years.

Flexible Hiring Options

Opt to ‘pay later’ and to pay on arrival, this gives the benefit of free cancellation any time up to the day of booking!

Driving Licence Requirements

Please provide your licence and a valid credit card, you will also need to be in possession of an International Driving Permit if you are not from Australia.

During the process of booking a car select a different drop-off location to see if this is available, it must be organized beforehand, or charges will apply.

Explore our car rental locations in Australia

Discover Australia with SIXT! Find your perfect rental car at one of our downtown or airport branches.

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