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South Australia car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in South Australia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 3 April 2025.

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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in South Australia?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in South Australia 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 3 April 2025.

January

HK$280

February

HK$233

March

HK$256

April

HK$287

May

HK$225

June

HK$217

July

HK$217

August

HK$202

September

HK$249

October

HK$295

November

HK$280

December

HK$381

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in South Australia 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.

Compare available car types for rental in South Australia

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in South Australia to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 3 April 2025.

Small cars

HK$135 - HK$662

All Car Types

HK$148 - HK$668

To hire a small car in South Australia, you would pay an average price of HK$264/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a small car in South Australia (~HK$135/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~HK$662/day). In fact, August is about 50% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for South Australia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Australia, hiring a small car saves you 21% 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 South Australia, you would pay an average price of HK$306/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in South Australia (~HK$148/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~HK$512/day). In fact, June is about 52% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for South Australia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Australia, hiring a medium car saves you 9% 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 large car in South Australia, you would pay an average price of HK$348/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a large car in South Australia (~HK$277/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~HK$812/day). In fact, November is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for South Australia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Australia, hiring a large 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 SUV in South Australia, you would pay an average price of HK$367/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in South Australia (~HK$148/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~HK$795/day). In fact, June is about 60% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for South Australia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Australia, hiring a SUV is 9% 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 South Australia

Explore the leading car rental agencies in South Australia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in South Australia. Reviews were last updated on 3 April 2025.

Thrifty

9.5
Wonderful
1 review6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

8.5

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

Budget

8.6
Very Good
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

7.6

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

Simba Car Hire

8.2
Very Good
9 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.4

Hertz

8.1
Very Good
9 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0
Very Good
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

9.3

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 South Australia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 3 April 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in South Australia?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, MINI Car Rentals (10.0 rating), YesDrive Car Rental (10.0 rating) and Fox (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in South Australia.

  • What are petrol prices like in South Australia?

    The average price of petrol in South Australia is HK$8.25/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between HK$371 and HK$536 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in South Australia for a week from Ace Rental Cars?

    Hiring a car in South Australia for a week can be a great option for travel. Ace Rental Cars, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around HK$1,659/week on average.

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

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 44% to make it a great deal in South Australia. Try to book at least 8 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in South Australia?

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from South Australia it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

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