New South Wales car rentals

On average a rental car in New South Wales costs $63 per day.

Intermediate (Mazda Mazda3 or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in New South Wales.

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Budget ($16/day), Europcar ($25/day) and Hertz ($31/day).

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental company in New South Wales is Sixt (7.7, 72 reviews).

Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to rent a car in New South Wales are Sydney (94% of total searches of users looking to rent a car in New South Wales), Newcastle (2%) and Penrith (1%).

On average a rental car in New South Wales costs $325 per week ($46 per day).

On average a rental car in New South Wales costs $1,391 per month ($46 per day).

Yes, renting a car is the first thing you should consider before considering other options. Renting a car will help you view the beautiful scenery as you drive. You will likely see wild animals on the way and multiple cliffs and waterfalls on your way. Travelers in rental cars can also stop at different places and take pictures for the trip. If you are traveling as a group, it’s easier to carry luggage and have a good time in a rental car than in public.

Some roads in New South Wales are suspended on vertical pillars over a long distance making the journey thrilling and a little terrifying. The roads are robust, safe, and broad, making driving comfortable and enjoyable. When overtaking, ensure to keep within the acceptable speed limit. Pay attention to the road, and don’t accelerate your car the moment another vehicle tries to overtake. Always keep left when driving. Follow all road safety rules, and you will arrive safely.

21 is the youngest age to rent a car in Australia, while the advisable maximum age is 75 years. The young driver fee is applicable for drivers below 25 years renting a vehicle for company insurance purposes. The fee varies depending on the car engine, among other factors such as luggage allowance, leg allowance, and the car model. If traveling as a group, it’s advisable to let a person over 25 drive. Some car models in the economy category do not require a young driver’s fee. Also, drivers over 70 years must have someone to drive them around or present their medical certificate to ensure fitness. You can make inquiries when booking through KAYAK to know the most economical models you can hire.