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Rent a car in Australia with Sixt
Hiring a car in Australia with Sixt will allow you to explore this giant country with ease. Our first car hire Australia branch was opened in 2006, and since we have expanded to provide a coverage of most major cities, airports and train stations. Each of our Australia car rental stations provides a comprehensive selection of vehicles to choose from; ranging from convertibles, estates, luxury cars and of course 4x4s to get around the outback. Don't go walkabout, hire a car in Australia with Sixt!Once you've selected your vehicle, you can make sure it meets your needs by selecting optional extras include child seats or a sat nav. Third party insurance coverage is automatically included with your car hire, but you can give yourself extra peace of mind with increased insurance protection.
Driving Rules in Australia
It's important to make sure you know the local road rules before driving in a country for the first time. When you collect your car rental in Australia, remember to:- Always drive on the left hand side of the road!
- If you are driving on a foreign driving license, you must have this with you at all times
- The default speed limit is 50km (around 31 mph) in built up areas and 100km (around 62mph) on highways
- Drivers are responsible for ensuring that all passengers are wearing a seatbelt or child restraint
Sixt wants to make sure that you travel safely across Australia.
Start your adventure with car hire in Australia from Sixt
Australia's vast expanse and spectacular coastline is a road-tripper's dream. Sixt has car rental offices in all of Australia's big cities, and so all you need to decide is where you want to start and finish. If you are a fan of city life, why not take the 642 mile drive along the coast between Sydney and Melbourne? From there, you can continue along the Great Ocean Road to Adelaide. Other classic routes include The Pacific Coast Touring Route from Sydney to Cairns and the Indian Ocean Drive from Perth to Geraldton. For the adventurous, choose a 4x4 and explore the vast expanses of the Northern Territory. Australia has something for everyone. Rent a car in Australia with Sixt and discover it your way.
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Good to know when renting in Australia
The minimum age for a SIXT rental in Australia is 21 with a license held for at least 1 year. Some car categories have a higher minimum age for rental, and an underage driver surcharge is applied for those under 25.
You will need a valid driver’s license held for at least 1 year. International renters and drivers need their passport and an international driving permit.
Australia has multiple toll roads, and they all use an electronic toll payment system. Cash is not accepted. The SIXT fleet is outfitted with e-Tags that make electronic toll payments automatically. Your credit card will be billed for the toll amount without any additional fee added.
Vehicles drive on the left-hand side of the road in Australia, and beware of the frequent roundabouts! Looking at your phone, not wearing your seatbelt, and drinking and driving are absolutely not allowed.
We accept all major credit cards, and the card must be in the main renter’s name. Traveler’s checks and EFTPOS are accepted at airport locations in Australia. Prepaid and debit cards, along with cash, are not accepted.
One-way rentals between SIXT stations in Australia are allowed, depending on the tariff.
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