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Southport Car Hire

Affordable car rental on the Gold Coast

Sixt HQ

Southport

24h Return

Address

53 Winchester Street, Southport 4215, Australia

Business hours

Mon - Fri
07:30 - 12:00

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4.5 stars from 29 reviews at Southport.
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Our services at Southport

Southport Car Hire

Are you looking for convenient car hire in Southport? At SIXT car rental, we’ve got you sorted. Whether it’s your first trip to Surfers or you come every year, a hire car will give you freedom of movement and allow you to tick off all the fun activities you want to do while you’re there!

Find SIXT Car Hire Southport opposite Gold Coast Bentley and the Brickworks Market and only a short 35-minute drive from Coolangatta Airport on the Gold Coast. When it comes to car rental in Southport, there’s no better choice - we’ve got a large fleet available for hire with anything from a roomy family SUV to a heavy-duty commercial ute or van. Not to mention, our Southport car hire location is open Monday to Friday with the ability for after-hours returns, making it unbelievably easy to arrange a car rental for whenever suits you.

At SIXT Southport car hire, you’ll find our friendly knowledgeable local staff available to answer any questions you may have on our competitively priced cars, trucks, utes and buses. We make it easy for you to book online too, you can amend and change your order at any time if plans change. For any special requests or questions, get in touch with a member of our team at (07) 5570 9918.

Exclusive SIXT Rental Offers

SIXT is the exclusive car rental partner to all of Australia's leading Auto Clubs.

Auto Club members enjoy exclusive benefits every day, including 15% member discount off SIXT's daily rate. When you arrange your Gold Coast car hire through us, we can also automatically help you manage your toll road use through our partner, Linkt!

Keep an eye on our magazine to take advantage of any other special offers, discounts and incredible partnerships!

Flexible Car Rental Options in Southport

At SIXT Car Hire, we’re all about making your trip to the Gold Coast easy and stress-free. That’s why we offer plenty of additional, optional extras available for a small additional price.

If you’re embarking on a family vacation, leave the heavy child seat at home and instead hire one of SIXT’s baby or child booster seats that can be easily fitted to one of our hire cars.

Take the stress away from trying to navigate around a new area without knowing the roads by adding on a GPS unit to your car rental.

We also have a pre-paid fuel options which means you can return the vehicle at any fuel level and not waste any time trying to find a petrol station around Southport before you drop off your hire car with us. We also help you take car of all your insurance needs too, so when the day comes - you can just pick up the keys and drive away. Book with SIXT now.

How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Car In Southport?

Depending on the type of vehicle you’re looking for, how long you’re looking to rent for and when you’d like to pick it up. You may also wish to add extras to your car rental order to help make the trip easier or more convenient, with GPS units and baby seats among the extras on offer.

However, as a rough guide, the cost of a Southport car hire with SIXT ranges anywhere from $70 - $150 per day. You can expect to pay $80 - $120 per day for a standard compact vehicle, such as a Toyota Corolla or a Toyota Yaris. Cars from our electric vehicle and SUV fleet typically cost a little more, usually around the $120-$160 per day range, depending on the model. Larger vehicles, commercial vehicles and luxury sedans in Southport options can cost up to $200 per day or more.

At SIXT, we recommend you book your hire car as far in advance as possible in order to secure the best deal. Book now or check out one of our exclusive offers!

What Is the Best Car to Hire In Southport?

SIXT car rental at Southport has a range of available cars to choose from, in fact, you're spoiled for choice! Whether you need a van or extra ute to get a job done or move house, looking for something luxurious, or just simply need something to get around the place, SIXT is here to help. See below for the available car types at SIXT Southport car hire:

Standard fleets

SUV hire

Electric car hire

Luxury car hire

Small car

Commercial Vehicles

Van hire

Ute hire

Truck hire

Moving Truck Hire

Protect the incredible, natural world around you and go green with your next car rental in Southport. Pick up a Tesla, BYD, BMW or another EV model to enjoy the open roads, explore everything Surfers Paradise has to offer and make a conscious choice on your next trip.

Things to See and Do In Surfers Paradise

An impressive skyline of towering buildings against a crystal-clear ocean and endlessly stretching beaches is waiting for you. The key to your great adventure is a SIXT hire car, and then Surfers Paradise is all yours to discover. The list of things to do in Surfers Paradise is endless - from some family fun at the Gold Coast theme parks like Sea World to epic activities like jet-boating. It's sure to be a blast!

Pick up a local souvenir at the Surfers Paradise Beach Front Markets, with over 100 market stalls there's plenty to choose from - unique jewellery pieces, inspired artworks or bits and bobs for your home which will fit sweetly in your suitcase. If you still haven't got your shopping hit, head on over to the largest mall in Surfers Paradise - the Paradise Centre - which offers everything from a quick bite to comfortable beach apparel.

If you meet a spot of rain on your holiday, spend the day enjoying the delights of the Gold Coast Wax Museum with life-size wax figures of everyone you could think of - celebrities, political icons, the Royal Family...the list goes on.

If you loved everything Surfers Paradise has to offer you definitely won't be disappointed by the rest of sunny Queensland. Of course, there's the world famous destinations of the Whitsundays Islands, Daintree Rainforest, and the countless beaches that scatter the picturesque Queensland coast - but before you embark on a great road trip, make sure you visit the laid-back locations near Surfers Paradise.

INSPIRATION: Road Tripping from the Gold Coast to Brisbane

If you're road tripping from Gold Coast to the Brisbane, Surfers Paradise is a must-stop along the way. The short journey takes only an hour when drive directly, which means it can be done in just a single day, even as you take in most of the sights and stop-offs along the way at a relaxed pace.

Read more about our guide to the Gold Coast to Brisbane road trip to get the most out of your experience in one of Australia's must stunning regions.

Customer reviews & feedback

4.5
4.451613
Based on 29 reviews
from our Customer Excitement Score survey*

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4.8
At the SIXT branch
4.8
The way to SIXT
4.8
Vehicle handover
Ming C.
5.0
Lovely service, rental went without a hitch.
Josh F.
5.0
Staff were lovely, took awhile to get my car but it was due to an issue with my booking. Staff jumped on a call with corporate and fixed it immediately.
Lloyd F.
5.0
Nice staff, easy process, very easy to book online. Great company to deal with. A+

*Our Customer Excitement Score is based on a survey sent to all customers who booked at Southport. The score is an average of all customer responses.

Good to know when renting at Southport

What's the minimum age to hire a car at Southport?
To rent a car with SIXT at Southport you need to be at least 21 with a valid license. Some car categories have a higher minimum rental age, and an underage driver fee may apply.
Can I modify, extend, or cancel my reservation?
You can modify, extend, or cancel your reservation in Southport through your manage booking section or through the app.
What documents do I need to hire a car at Southport?
You need a valid driver’s license held for at least 1 year, depending on the car category. You might also need an International Driving Permit or official translation of the license.
Easily book a long-term rental at Southport by entering trip dates and pick-up/drop-off locations.