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Suzuki Swift
or similar Economy
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
$28.44$31.61
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Excellent
Rental office
Pick-up information
Caloundra Downtown
51 Bowman Street, Caloundra
Drop-off information
Caloundra Downtown
51 Bowman Street, Caloundra
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
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Toyota Corolla
or similar Compact
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
$29.01$32.24
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Excellent
Rental office
Pick-up information
Caloundra Downtown
51 Bowman Street, Caloundra
Drop-off information
Caloundra Downtown
51 Bowman Street, Caloundra
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
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Mitsubishi Triton
or similar Intermediate Regular Cab Pickup
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
2
2
A/C
2
$36.99$41.10
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Excellent
Rental office
Pick-up information
Caloundra Downtown
51 Bowman Street, Caloundra
Drop-off information
Caloundra Downtown
51 Bowman Street, Caloundra
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
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Mazda CX-3
or similar Economy SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
5
$30.44$33.82
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Excellent
Rental office
Pick-up information
Caloundra Downtown
51 Bowman Street, Caloundra
Drop-off information
Caloundra Downtown
51 Bowman Street, Caloundra
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Mazda CX-30
or similar Compact SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
5
$35.70$39.67
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Excellent
Rental office
Pick-up information
Caloundra Downtown
51 Bowman Street, Caloundra
Drop-off information
Caloundra Downtown
51 Bowman Street, Caloundra
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Mazda CX-5
or similar Intermediate SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
3
A/C
4
$42.12$46.80
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Excellent
Rental office
Pick-up information
Caloundra Downtown
51 Bowman Street, Caloundra
Drop-off information
Caloundra Downtown
51 Bowman Street, Caloundra
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
All-wheel drive
This is an all-wheel drive (AWD) vehicle.
Kia Sportage
or similar Intermediate SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
5
$44.23$49.14
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Excellent
Rental office
Pick-up information
Caloundra Downtown
51 Bowman Street, Caloundra
Drop-off information
Caloundra Downtown
51 Bowman Street, Caloundra
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Toyota RAV4
or similar Intermediate SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
5
$45.49$50.55
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Excellent
Rental office
Pick-up information
Caloundra Downtown
51 Bowman Street, Caloundra
Drop-off information
Caloundra Downtown
51 Bowman Street, Caloundra
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
4x4
This vehicle has four-wheel drive (4WD) which is useful for more challenging roads.
Toyota Hilux
or similar Full-size Extended Cab Pickup
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
4
A/C
4
$51.30$57.00
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Excellent
Rental office
Pick-up information
Caloundra Downtown
51 Bowman Street, Caloundra
Drop-off information
Caloundra Downtown
51 Bowman Street, Caloundra
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
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Toyota Kluger
or similar Full-size SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
7
3
A/C
5
$54.25$60.28
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Excellent
Rental office
Pick-up information
Caloundra Downtown
51 Bowman Street, Caloundra
Drop-off information
Caloundra Downtown
51 Bowman Street, Caloundra
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Kia Carnival
or similar Full-size Van
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
8
3
A/C
5
$68.20$75.78
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Excellent
Rental office
Pick-up information
Caloundra Downtown
51 Bowman Street, Caloundra
Drop-off information
Caloundra Downtown
51 Bowman Street, Caloundra
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Toyota Hiace
or similar Premium Van
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
12
2
A/C
5
$95.37$105.96
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Excellent
Rental office
Pick-up information
Caloundra Downtown
51 Bowman Street, Caloundra
Drop-off information
Caloundra Downtown
51 Bowman Street, Caloundra
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Pay now
Showing 9 out of 12 cars
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 19:25 on 13/04/26. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Table of contents
- Cheapest car rental rates
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- Top 20 cities near Caloundra
- Top 20 locations near Caloundra
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book in Caloundra and for how long?
- Car rental information
- Most popular car models of rental suppliers
- Car rental statistics
- Top 3 suppliers in Caloundra in 2026
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Languages
English
Currency
AUD
Drive on
Left-hand side
Country code
+61
Average car rental price
$59 per day
Average car rental length
3 days
Speed limit within town
50 km/h
or
31 mph
Speed limit out of town
100–130 km/h
or
62–81 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Top 20 cities near Caloundra
- Currimundi3.8 km / 2.36 miles away
- Maroochydorefrom $53.19 per day17 km / 10.56 miles away
- Marcoolafrom $54.32 per day22.2 km / 13.79 miles away
- Noosa Headsfrom $43.90 per day44.7 km / 27.78 miles away
- North Lakesfrom $34.29 per day50.2 km / 31.19 miles away
- Brisbanefrom $15.88 per day74.5 km / 46.29 miles away
- Underwoodfrom $26.83 per day90.1 km / 55.99 miles away
- Ipswichfrom $45.65 per day98.2 km / 61.02 miles away
- Surfers Paradisefrom $38.44 per day137.1 km / 85.19 miles away
- Gold Coastfrom $21.71 per day137.3 km / 85.31 miles away
- Toowoombafrom $29.55 per day143.2 km / 88.98 miles away
- Coolangatta157.4 km / 97.8 miles away
- Hervey Bayfrom $50.11 per day172.3 km / 107.06 miles away
- Byron Bayfrom $68.90 per day210.4 km / 130.74 miles away
- Bundabergfrom $35.59 per day228.8 km / 142.17 miles away
- Ballinafrom $57.06 per day230.5 km / 143.23 miles away
- Graftonfrom $69.73 per day321 km / 199.46 miles away
- Gladstonefrom $93.80 per day378.8 km / 235.38 miles away
- Coffs Harbourfrom $39.06 per day388.9 km / 241.65 miles away
- Armidalefrom $61.69 per day437.7 km / 271.97 miles away
Top 20 locations near Caloundra
- Currimundi (Downtown)3.8 km / 2.36 miles away
- Maroochydore (Downtown)from $53.19 per day17 km / 10.56 miles away
- Sunshine Coast Airportfrom $54.32 per day22.2 km / 13.79 miles away
- Brisbane Burpengaryfrom $162.67 per day43.3 km / 26.91 miles away
- Noosa Heads Downtownfrom $43.90 per day44.7 km / 27.78 miles away
- North Lakes (Downtown)from $34.29 per day50.2 km / 31.19 miles away
- Brisbane Brendalefrom $50.63 per day59.5 km / 36.97 miles away
- Brisbane Boondallfrom $64.19 per day62.2 km / 38.65 miles away
- Brisbane Geebungfrom $49.43 per day64.1 km / 39.83 miles away
- Brisbane Virginiafrom $47.12 per day64.2 km / 39.89 miles away
- Brisbane Airportfrom $15.88 per day65 km / 40.39 miles away
- Brisbane Hendrafrom $58.31 per day69.1 km / 42.94 miles away
- Brisbane Ascotfrom $27.75 per day70.3 km / 43.68 miles away
- Brisbane Fortitude Valleyfrom $26.16 per day74.1 km / 46.04 miles away
- Brisbane (Downtown)from $69.27 per day74.5 km / 46.29 miles away
- Brisbane Cannon Hillfrom $45.65 per day74.6 km / 46.35 miles away
- Brisbane Tingalpafrom $119.47 per day77.6 km / 48.22 miles away
- Brisbane Rockleafrom $49.13 per day85.6 km / 53.19 miles away
- Brisbane Archerfieldfrom $50.63 per day86.1 km / 53.5 miles away
Map of top car rental locations
A
Caloundra (Downtown)
3 rental locations
When to book in Caloundra and for how long?
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Caloundra?
Car rental prices in Caloundra vary by time of year. This graph shows the average prices per month to help you find the best time of year to rent.
Saver's insights
| Cheapest monthJanuary | Most expensive month August | |
| A good deal $53 | Cheapest supplier Thrifty | Cheapest car type Small cars |
Average rental costs per day in Caloundra
$71
$36
$0
$57
in January
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
$65
in August
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
The cheapest month to rent a car in Caloundra is January (when prices average $56.72 per day). This is 7% cheaper than the yearly average and 12% cheaper than renting in August (when prices average $64.64).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
What's the most popular month to rent a car in Caloundra?
Based on the number of searches by our customers, the most popular month for renting a car in Caloundra is January, and the least popular is August.
Monthly searches in Caloundra by pick-up date relative to the average
1.7
0.8
0
1.5 times in January
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
0.5 times in August
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
What’s the usual rental length in Caloundra?
How long travelers keep their rental cars for varies from month to month: in January, the average renter keeps their car for 5 days, and in August, they keep their car for one day.
Average number of rental days in Caloundra
6
3
0
5 days in January
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
1 day in August
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Car rental information
| 📍 Car rental locations | 1 |
| 🔥 Popular suppliers | Thrifty |
| 🚗 Popular car types | SUVs, medium cars |
| 🤑 Lowest price | $40 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | Thrifty |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thrifty | Mazda CX-5 | 4 | 3 | SUV |
| Thrifty | Toyota Corolla | 4 | 2 | Medium car |
Car rental statistics
Highest-rated company
Hertz (rated 8.6 / 10)
Lowest-rated company
Firefly (rated 8.3 / 10)
Total rental companies
3
Average daily price
$59
Lowest daily price
$40
Total cars available
7
Top 3 suppliers in Caloundra in 2026
Hertz
1 location
8.6
Excellent
Value for money
8.4
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.7
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
9.2
Car condition
9.1
$30
per day
Most popular location
51 Bowman Road
Thrifty
1 location
8.6
Excellent
1 review
Value for money
8.5
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.9
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
9.1
Car condition
9.3
$40–$95
per day
Most popular location
51 Bowman Street, Caloundra
Firefly
1 location
8.3
Very Good
Value for money
8.3
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.4
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.4
Car condition
8.4
$40–$95
per day
Most popular location
51 Bowman Road
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Travel & Hospitality Awards 2021
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