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ML
Australia
Mazda CX-30
8/11/25
Pros: Drop off
Cons: Agent was rude and unhelpful and slow
JM
Argentina
Suzuki Swift
5/2/25
Pros: It was cheapear than others
Cons: Kind of insuarence. You ve got to paiy first to trifty and claim to discover cars later.
WY
Australia
Toyota Corolla
4/21/25
Pros: Awesome clean car
Cons: None
RS
Australia
Suzuki Swift
7/7/24
Pros: Customer service
Cons: The terms and conditions
AI
Mauritius
Nissan X-Trail
1/5/24
Pros: Greeting & Efficiency of agent + extra advices given, new car, easy to find the desk and the car. great people on the return desk in Cairn (also quick and efficient).
Cons: I was expected a bigger car for SUV Intermediate or maybe upgrade considering the amount spent (>AU$ 2000), number of KM to do (>2000km) and duration of rental (14 days).
Most popular car rental deals
Economy
Suzuki Swift
or similar
$47.26
per day
Compact
Toyota Corolla
or similar
$48.98
per day
Economy SUV
Mazda CX-3
or similar
$52.41
per day
Compact SUV
Mazda CX-30
or similar
$55.97
per day
Intermediate SUV
Mazda CX-5
or similar
$61.46
per day
Intermediate SUV
Kia Sportage
or similar
$64.53
per day
Intermediate SUV
Toyota RAV4
or similar
$73.75
per day
Full-size SUV
Toyota Highlander
or similar
$85.34
per day
Full-size SUV
Mitsubishi Pajero
or similar
$95.77
per day
Full-size SUV
Toyota Fortuner
or similar
$101.52
per day
Premium SUV
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
or similar
$102.82
per day
Premium Extended Cab Pickup
Ford Ranger
or similar
$106.85
per day
Full-size Van
Kia Carnival
or similar
$167.16
per day
Full-size
Ford Mustang
or similar
$181.21
per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 6:18 AM on 7/25/26. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
Rental Conditions
Please check the Rental Conditions for each vehicle prior to booking as some conditions, particularly the deposit and deductible, may vary based on the class of vehicle.
Rate includes
Free cancellation with a full refund up to 48 hours before your pick-up time, Unlimited mileage, Collision Damage Waiver (deductible: ~€ 3380.00 - € 5405.00), Theft Protection, Roadside Assistance (in the country of pick-up), Third Party Liability (TPL), Free modifications, State Tax, Surcharges.
Rate excludes
The following surcharges may apply: Accident Administration fee, Premium Location surcharge, VAT, Recovery Fee, Airport Surcharge.
An E-Toll is offered in order to avoid violation fees.
An E-toll charge will apply; personal consumption will be charged separately at the end of the rental period.
An E-Toll is offered in order to avoid violation fees.
An E-toll charge will apply; personal consumption will be charged separately at the end of the rental period.
Driver requirements
Minimum rental age is 21 years.
A young driver fee applies to drivers under the age of 25.
There is no maximum age.
A Senior driver fee is not applied.
The driver license must have been issued by authorized authorities at least 1 year(s) before the date of the commencement of the rental.
Drivers over the age of 75 must present a doctor's certificate of health.
UK customers must bring their DVLA check code along with their photo ID. This check code can be obtained from the DVLA website.
In addition to the regular driver license, an International Driving Permit is also mandatory if the national driver license is not written in English. For driver licenses from countries not party to the International Driving Permit treaty, an official translation of the license must be presented with the original license.
A driver license printed using a non-Roman alphabet (Arabic, Japanese, Cyrillic, etc) must be supplemented by an International Driving Permit.
Please note that the International Driving Permit is valid only if it is accompanied by a regular driver's license, is issued by an official authority or government-authorized organization, and is in physical (not digital) form. Only physical driver's licenses are accepted (not digital versions).
In addition to documents mentioned previously, the customer will need the following: valid driver license, credit card on a main drivers name, Passport or ID card, booking voucher, 2 proofs of home address (e.g. Utility bill), that is valid for at least 3 months before the pick up date.
A young driver fee applies to drivers under the age of 25.
There is no maximum age.
A Senior driver fee is not applied.
The driver license must have been issued by authorized authorities at least 1 year(s) before the date of the commencement of the rental.
Drivers over the age of 75 must present a doctor's certificate of health.
UK customers must bring their DVLA check code along with their photo ID. This check code can be obtained from the DVLA website.
In addition to the regular driver license, an International Driving Permit is also mandatory if the national driver license is not written in English. For driver licenses from countries not party to the International Driving Permit treaty, an official translation of the license must be presented with the original license.
A driver license printed using a non-Roman alphabet (Arabic, Japanese, Cyrillic, etc) must be supplemented by an International Driving Permit.
Please note that the International Driving Permit is valid only if it is accompanied by a regular driver's license, is issued by an official authority or government-authorized organization, and is in physical (not digital) form. Only physical driver's licenses are accepted (not digital versions).
In addition to documents mentioned previously, the customer will need the following: valid driver license, credit card on a main drivers name, Passport or ID card, booking voucher, 2 proofs of home address (e.g. Utility bill), that is valid for at least 3 months before the pick up date.
Deposit and deductible policy
Optional extras and services
Prices for extras are shown on the booking page.
Fuel policy
The vehicle is provided with a full tank of fuel and must be returned with the same amount in order to avoid additional charges.
Alternatively, the renter may purchase a tank full of fuel at the time of rental and return the tank empty.
Alternatively, the renter may purchase a tank full of fuel at the time of rental and return the tank empty.
Additional information
In case of renting at the airport location, the customer must provide a valid flight number in order to make a reservation.
Business hours
Service outside of business hours is available by request and for an additional charge.
If the customer is late for a return for more than 59 minutes, extra day charges will apply, in addition to any other rental charges. The supplier will hold the vehicle for 29 minutes after your scheduled pick-up time as long as it is within their normal business hours. After this time, your booking may be canceled without refund.
If the customer is late for a return for more than 59 minutes, extra day charges will apply, in addition to any other rental charges. The supplier will hold the vehicle for 29 minutes after your scheduled pick-up time as long as it is within their normal business hours. After this time, your booking may be canceled without refund.
Pick-up & Drop-off
Mon:
06:00 - 22:30
Tue:
06:00 - 22:30
Wed:
06:00 - 22:30
Thu:
06:00 - 22:30
Fri:
06:00 - 22:30
Sat:
06:00 - 22:30
Sun:
06:00 - 22:30
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