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Car rental rates in Surfers Paradise, Queensland
Surfers Paradise is the hub of Queensland’s sunny Gold Coast. This seaside strip has it all — music, cultural and sporting events, nightlife, beaches, and shopping.
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Compact Car
View offerTravel 26 Feb - 01 Mar 2026
from AUD $49/day
Special
View offerTravel 28 Feb - 03 Mar 2026
from AUD $51/day
Intermediate Car
View offerTravel 28 Feb - 03 Mar 2026
from AUD $54/day
Mini Car
View offerTravel 27 Feb - 04 Mar 2026
from AUD $55/day
Intermediate SUV
View offerTravel 28 Feb - 03 Mar 2026
from AUD $57/day
Standard Car
View offerTravel 28 Feb - 03 Mar 2026
from AUD $59/day
Standard SUV
View offerTravel 01 Mar - 06 Mar 2026
from AUD $62/day
Compact SUV
View offerTravel 26 Feb - 01 Mar 2026
from AUD $68/day
Economy Car
View offerTravel 25 Feb - 28 Feb 2026
from AUD $80/day
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Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on February 24, 2026 by an Australian resident aged between 30 and 69 years old, for the specified travel dates, with a pickup and return time of 10:00 am. Rates and vehicle availability may change without notice. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates. Rates include all mandatory fees for the rental and exclude credit card surcharges and extras.
Rates are in AUD and were last updated on 24 February, 2026
YOU’RE IN GOOD COMPANY
Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think
- 18 Dec 2025mick j.Booked: Toyota Kluger or similarSurfers Paradise
- 05 Jan 2026darryl c.Booked: Toyota C-HR or similarHobart City
- 14 Dec 2025rodney h.Booked: Mazda CX5 or similarSunshine Coast Airport
- 22 Dec 2025richard r.Booked: Compact AutomaticSydney Airport
- 12 Nov 2025alison k.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hatch or similarDee Why
- 19 Nov 2025sharni t.Booked: Suzuki Swift or similarDarwin
- 03 Dec 2025adrian c.Booked: MG 3 or similarAdelaide
- 28 Nov 2025barbara s.Booked: Kia Sportage or similarKangaroo Island Airport
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Surfers Paradise
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Commercial Van/Truck, Monospace, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab), Pick up (single/extended cab) and SUV. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Five car rental depots in Surfers Paradise. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Europcar, Hertz, Redspot, Sixt and Thrifty. |
Car models commonly available in Surfers Paradise
Popular rental car models in Surfers Paradise last month
- % of BookingsModelPrice range last monthProviders
1
20%
$137$151
Mazda CX-3Economy SUV
5
5
1 large, 1 small
Rent withEnterprise, Hertz, Thrifty
2
12%
$46$46Toyota Corolla AscentIntermediate Car
5
4
2 small
Rent withEuropcar, Enterprise, Hertz
3
10%
$113$482
Kia CarnivalFullsize Passenger Van
8
5
2 large, 2 small
Rent withThrifty
4
10%
$69$133
MG 3Economy Car
5
4
2 small
Rent withEnterprise
5
10%
$55$132
Volkswagen PoloCompact Car
5
4
1 large, 2 small
Rent withEnterprise
Hyundai vehicles for hire in Surfers Paradise
Hyundai Kona
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Kia vehicles for hire in Surfers Paradise
Kia Carnival
8
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz, Sixt
Kia Cerato
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersSixt
Kia K4
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Kia Picanto
5
5
2 small
ProvidersSixt
Mazda vehicles for hire in Surfers Paradise
Mazda CX-3
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz, Enterprise, Thrifty
Mazda CX-30
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mazda CX3
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersSixt
Mazda Cx5
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Mazda CX5
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
MG vehicles for hire in Surfers Paradise
MG 3
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEnterprise
Mg 3 Core
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Surfers Paradise
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 4WD
7
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Nissan vehicles for hire in Surfers Paradise
Nissan Xtrail
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Skoda vehicles for hire in Surfers Paradise
Skoda Scala
5
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersEnterprise
Subaru vehicles for hire in Surfers Paradise
Subaru Forester
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Suzuki vehicles for hire in Surfers Paradise
Suzuki Swift
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota vehicles for hire in Surfers Paradise
Toyota Camry
5
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Toyota Camry HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz, Sixt
Toyota Corolla
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz, Enterprise
Toyota Corolla Ascent
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Toyota Corolla Hatch HybridHybrid
5
5
1 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Toyota Fortuner
5
5
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Hilux UTE 2WD
2
2
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Kluger
7
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Kluger HybridHybrid
7
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
Toyota Landcruiser Prado
7
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
Toyota RAV4
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Toyota RAV4 HybridHybrid
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz, Sixt
Toyota Yaris
5
5
2 small
ProvidersSixt
Toyota Yaris Cross
5
5
2 small
ProvidersSixt
Toyota Yaris Cross HybridHybrid
5
5
2 small
ProvidersSixt
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Volkswagen vehicles for hire in Surfers Paradise
Volkswagen Polo
5
4
1 large, 2 small
ProvidersEnterprise
Other vehicles for hire in Surfers Paradise
6 Cubic Metre Van
2
4
ProvidersThrifty
Dual Cab 4WD
5
4
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Dual Cab 4WD Lid/Canopy
5
4
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mine Equip 4WD Dual Cab
5
4
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mystery Car
5
4
1 large
ProvidersEnterprise, Europcar
The price range indicates the AUD per-day rental rates from bookings made using our search engine, excluding any extras, in most cases. While we make reasonable efforts to provide accurate and reliable data, the data is provided ‘as is’ and errors or other defects may occur. For more information, click here: Terms and Conditions.
Rates are in AUD and were last updated on 24 February, 2026
Surfers Paradise daily rate data
Price range over the past 12 months for a compact car
Price range over the past 12 months for a economy car
Price range over the past 12 months for a intermediate car
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
24 Feb
$80
$97
25 Feb
$59
$97
26 Feb
$49
$97
27 Feb
$50
$97
28 Feb
$50
$97
01 Mar
$50
$97
02 Mar
$73
$97
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
24 Feb
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
25 Feb
$66
$66
26 Feb
$63
$63
27 Feb
$57
$63
28 Feb
$54
$54
01 Mar
$57
$58
02 Mar
$76
$83
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
24 Feb
$128
$128
25 Feb
$70
$128
26 Feb
$67
$128
27 Feb
$61
$91
28 Feb
$59
$91
01 Mar
$61
$128
02 Mar
$85
$128
Price range over the past 12 months for a compact SUV
Price range over the past 12 months for a intermediate SUV
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
24 Feb
$91
$101
25 Feb
$91
$105
26 Feb
$68
$105
27 Feb
$68
$101
28 Feb
$68
$101
01 Mar
$68
$105
02 Mar
$91
$105
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
24 Feb
$116
$132
25 Feb
$81
$132
26 Feb
$76
$132
27 Feb
$59
$94
28 Feb
$57
$94
01 Mar
$59
$132
02 Mar
$90
$132
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
24 Feb
$139
$155
25 Feb
$82
$139
26 Feb
$77
$155
27 Feb
$63
$150
28 Feb
$65
$150
01 Mar
$62
$155
02 Mar
$91
$155
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
24 Feb
$166
$166
25 Feb
$166
$166
26 Feb
$166
$166
27 Feb
$161
$161
28 Feb
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
01 Mar
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
02 Mar
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
24 Feb
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
25 Feb
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
26 Feb
$136
$166
27 Feb
$136
$151
28 Feb
$136
$151
01 Mar
$136
$166
02 Mar
$149
$166
Historical daily rate pricing information is data from actual bookings made using our search engine in the previous 12 months.
Next 7 days rates are obtained from searches in our reservation system for a 3 day rental duration, by an Australian resident aged between 30 and 69 years old, with a pickup and return time of 10:00 am on the indicated pick up date. Rates and vehicle availability may change without notice.
Prices are in AUD and include all mandatory fees for the rental and exclude credit card surcharges and extras.
While we make reasonable efforts to provide accurate and reliable data, the data is provided ‘as is’ and errors or other defects may occur. For more information, click here: Terms and Conditions.
Rates are in AUD and were last updated on 24 February, 2026
Gold Coast Airport car hire
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Consider collecting your vehicle from the airport. We work with a range of car hire providers at Gold Coast Airport.
Regional airports near Surfers Paradise
Car rental depots in Surfers Paradise
Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.
Europcar Gold Coast Sofitel Broadbeach
View details3.0 (2)Mon–Fri 08:00–16:00, Sat–Sun 08:00–12:0081 Surf Parade, Queensland
Hertz Surfers Paradise Downtown
View details4.3 (5)Mon–Sun 07:00–17:0084-89 Ferny Ave, Queensland
Redspot Surfers Paradise
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Sun 08:00–16:0032 Trickett Street, Surfers Paradise,, Queensland
Sixt Southport
View details4.7 (15)Mon–Fri 07:30–16:00, Sat–Sun Closed53 Winchester Street, Queensland
Thrifty Surfers Paradise
View details4.6 (9)Mon–Sun 07:00–17:0084-89 Ferny Ave, Queensland
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car in Surfers Paradise, Queensland
How much does it cost to hire a car in Surfers Paradise?
Prices start at AUD $49 per day for a Compact Car, up to AUD $166 per day for a Premium SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Surfers Paradise.
How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover in Surfers Paradise?
If you’ve got a crowd, but don’t need something as large as a bus, then a 7-seater or 8-seater Minivan hire might be your best option. A Minivan costs AUD $136 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates in Surfers Paradise.
What is the highest-rated hire car in Surfers Paradise?
The highest-rated rental car in Surfers Paradise is Subaru Forester or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.
What is the highest-rated car hire provider in Surfers Paradise?
Sixt is the highest-rated car hire provider in Surfers Paradise, based on ratings by our customers.
Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental in Surfers Paradise?
The per-day rates of some rental cars may fall if you book for a longer rental period. Prices often change around daily, three-day, five-day and seven-day periods. Also, note that the selection of rental cars available in Surfers Paradise may be more limited if you are looking for a long-term car rental, so it’s best to compare a few different booking durations first.
Can I pick up a car hire in Surfers Paradise and drop off in another location?
Of course. When booking your car, choose the destination you’d like to drop off at, though keep in mind your supplier may charge a one-way fee.
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