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Adelaide car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Adelaide. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 diciembre 2024.

Most popular company

SIMBACARHIRE

Price of petrol per litre

HK$8.16

Average price per day

HK$292

Cheapest price per day

HK$271

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Adelaide?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Adelaide and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 21 diciembre 2024.

January

HK$264

February

HK$248

March

HK$334

April

HK$279

May

HK$240

June

HK$217

July

HK$209

August

HK$202

September

HK$248

October

HK$295

November

HK$287

December

HK$357

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Adelaide is August. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Adelaide

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Adelaide and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 21 diciembre 2024.

There are currently 65 hire locations operating in Adelaide spread across 32 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Adelaide is small car at HK$398 a day. Below are all the 2 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Compact

Compact

HK$398+

SUV

SUV

HK$1,229+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

HK$1,801+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

HK$507+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

HK$1,117+

Compare available car types for rental in Adelaide

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Adelaide to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 diciembre 2024.

Small cars

HK$135 - HK$417

All Car Types

HK$147 - HK$549

To hire a small car in Adelaide, Australia, you would pay an average price of HK$244/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Adelaide, Australia (~HK$135/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~HK$417/day). In fact, August is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Adelaide. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Adelaide, hiring a small car saves you 25% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a medium car in Adelaide, Australia, you would pay an average price of HK$336/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Adelaide, Australia (~HK$147/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~HK$637/day). In fact, June is about 57% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Adelaide. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Adelaide, hiring a medium car is 5% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a large car in Adelaide, Australia, you would pay an average price of HK$394/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Adelaide, Australia (~HK$277/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~HK$721/day). In fact, November is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Adelaide. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Adelaide, hiring a large car is 19% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in Adelaide, Australia, you would pay an average price of HK$345/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Adelaide, Australia (~HK$147/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~HK$616/day). In fact, June is about 58% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Adelaide. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Adelaide, hiring a SUV is 7% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a van in Adelaide, Australia, you would pay an average price of HK$368/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a van in Adelaide, Australia (~HK$507/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~HK$1,138/day). In fact, February is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Adelaide. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Adelaide, hiring a van is 13% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Top rental agencies in Adelaide

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Adelaide known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Adelaide. Reviews were last updated on 21 diciembre 2024.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Adelaide area such as Thrifty, Avis and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Adelaide, including Thrifty, Avis and Enterprise Rent-A-Car.

Thrifty

9.6
Wonderful
1 review4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.6

Value

8.8

Avis

9.0
Wonderful
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.7
Very Good
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

9.2

Simba Car Hire

8.7
Very Good
9 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

9.0

Sixt

8.6
Very Good
8 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.1

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

8.3

Budget

8.0
Very Good
11 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.8

Hertz

7.7
Good
7 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.5

Ace Rental Cars

7.6
Good
3 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

6.8

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

8.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Adelaide, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 diciembre 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Adelaide?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under HK$292/day when booking a car hire in Adelaide. The absolute best deal a user found was for HK$271/day from Simba Car Hire, booked on Dec. 16.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Adelaide?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Thrifty (9.3 rating), East Coast Car Rentals (9.1 rating) and Avis (9.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Adelaide.

  • What are petrol prices like in Adelaide?

    The average price of petrol in Adelaide is HK$8.16/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between HK$367 and HK$530 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Adelaide for a week from Simba Car Hire?

    From Simba Car Hire you can hire a car in Adelaide from about HK$1,315 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Adelaide for the best price?

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 46%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Adelaide.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Adelaide?

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Adelaide.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Adelaide for a month?

    Generally, a month-long car rental in Adelaide can be found for about HK$5,635, with the average price for a rental being around HK$188 a day. Book with Simba Car Hire, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 9% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Adelaide.

  • How much is a car hire in Adelaide for a weekend?

    For a weekend car hire in Adelaide, you can expect the average price to be around HK$0. Usually a Compact hire in Adelaide is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Compact for January, it will cost approximately HK$447 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Adelaide?

    Mitsubishi ASX, which is a Compact vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Adelaide according to Cheapflights users.

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