Drive in comfort and safety with a Sydney SUV rental. With a clean and well-maintained fleet of compact SUVs, fuel-efficient hybrids or premium large SUVs, you can choose a vehicle for any type of trip.
Whether you are planning a family holiday, local errands or a group weekend trip, you can conveniently pick up a SUV Hassle-free from 5 different locations across Sydney.
Meet our Fleet.
At Redspot, our fleet has an average vehicle age of 6 months, and is fully equipped for your workload.
Need extra help transporting items in your ute hire? Check out our handy moving equipment to make your plans as smooth as your ride!
Why rent an SUV in Sydney?
A SUV hire in Sydney gives you the flexibility to go from the city streets to rural New South Wales roads. Explore mountains and coastal cliffsides with enough space for the whole crew, or head into the outback for a truly Australian adventure.
Family Trip
Fit in your children’s pushchairs, necessities and favourite games when you rent an SUV with a large family-sized boot. You don’t need to compromise on space either, so say goodbye to sibling quarrels! With a premium or full-sized SUV, you will have enough room for everyone to stretch out. Add on child or booster seats to your SUV hire and you’re all set for a stress-free family road trip.
Local Errands
Whether it’s picking up an awesome secondhand find from a marketplace or a weekend DIY trip to Bunnings, a Sydney SUV hire can help you get the job done without hassle. With a minimum rental period of 1 day, you don’t have to rush to fit in your local errands. Take your time and complete all of your Sydney life admin with ease.
Group Road Trip
Are your friends finally ready to take the bucket list road trip out of the group chat? Lock it in with a Sydney SUV rental before someone replies, “Actually, I can’t do that date anymore!”. With 24/7 roadside assistance, unlimited kms and additional drivers for only $5 per day, your group road trip is set to be hassle-free.
Versatile Driving
An SUV is built to handle the switching terrain between city streets and country roads. So, if you are basing yourself in Sydney but want the flexibility of spontaneous NSW day trips, then an SUV car hire could give you the best of both worlds. WIth 4WD or AWD support, you can even head off-road for a truly unique drive.
Fuel Efficiency
Accelerate into the world of hybrid driving and save on fuel costs with an improved fuel economy rating. Our SUV Hybrids are mild, self-charging cars that don’t need an electric charge plug-in. Just refuel like you usually would and enjoy the power of a battery boost on the road.
Corporate Meetings
Roll into the corporate meeting in a sleek and professional premium SUV. Whether you’re a frequent business traveller or a Sydney local business, our flexible business rental account gives you access to fast and convenient rental cars. We understand that your time is precious. That’s why drivers you add to your account will get a Show and Go card, so they can pick up a business car within 15 seconds!
Load up with Redspot’s red-hot value packages!
Standard Package
Need something a little more simple but with all the expert local support? Redspot’s Standard Package might be for you. This includes:
- No hidden costs, we are upfront about the inclusions in this package!
- $5,200 to $6,200 damage liability excess*
- GST-inclusive
- Unlimited km allowance
- Additional drivers fee
- No cancellation fees
- No amendment fees
- Contract fee **
- Premium location fee***
- Registration recovery fee****
- Book now, pay later
Super Package
More cover, less cost. Redspot’s Super Package gives you reduced damage liability and extra perks—perfect if you want more peace of mind without going all-out. This includes:
- No hidden costs, we are upfront about the inclusions in this package!
- $1,950 to $2,750 damage liability excess*
- GST-inclusive
- Unlimited km allowance
- Free additional drivers
- No cancellation fees
- No amendment fees
- Contract fee **
- Premium location fee***
- Registration recovery fee****
- Book now, pay later
Executive Package
This iconic Redspot package stands strong as the first all-inclusive car rental product in Australia! Designed with peace-of-mind built-in, our good value car rental package includes:
- No hidden costs, we are upfront about the inclusions in this package!
- $0 standard liability excess*
- Additional windshield and headlight cover
- GST-inclusive
- Unlimited km allowance
- Free additional drivers
- No cancellation fees
- No amendment fees
- Contract fee **
- Premium location fee***
- Registration recovery fee****
- Book now, pay later
Terminology Key.
Let us break down our package terms so you know exactly what may appear on your invoice:
*Damage liability excess: ‘Amount reduced by’ is dependent on the vehicle type and hire itinerary selected. See our Car Rental Cover page for more information.
**Contract fee: We have a small surcharge to cover our costs to draw up our rental agreement with you.
***Premium location fee: Sometimes a premium airport or downtown location will charge us an additional surcharge for each rental and we are upfront about this cost in your package! The price will depend on the location selected.
****Registration recovery fee: We pay a surcharge to cover our vehicle registration and compulsory third-party insurance costs and we highlight this clearly in your package breakdown.
At Redspot, we believe in straight-up honesty! Just so you’re in the loop, all the nitty-gritty on damage liability and extra charges can be found in our terms and conditions.
Best Sydney road trips that suit an SUV
Get the most out of a Sydney SUV rental car and experience the powerful range. Combine diverse terrains, stunning landscape views and the freedom of the open road with incredible day trips from Sydney, best suited for your SUV.
Grand Pacific Drive
Feel the thrill of driving over the iconic Sea Cliff Bridge when you head South of Sydney to Stanwell Tops. The Grand Pacific Drive is popular due to being part of the coastal road that is suspended from the cliffs, offering breathtaking views of the rugged land meeting the ocean.
Hawkesbury
Drive around 2 hours North of Sydney and you will be able to experience the power of your SUV as it takes on rolling hills, bushland and national parks. Make a day of it with a hike, kayak or adventure in Marramarra National Park! With a spacious interior big enough for 5 people, you could hit up Hawkesbury with your favourite people.
Kangaroo Valley
The Moss Vale Road, taking you into Kangaroo Valley, features a switchback road with sharp ascents and descents. Which is awesome to drive in a smooth SUV. With multiple quaint towns, gourmet food, wineries and beautiful countryside, you can take your pick of relaxing breaks.
Minnamurra Rainforest
Truly take advantage of an SUV’s versatility and head to a rugged rainforest just a 2-hour drive from Sydney. Featuring striking rainforest walks, huge national parks and spectacular canyons, the Minnamurra Rainforest drive is best experienced in a spacious SUV.
Redspot: Where every rental is spot-on.
Fully Aussie-owned and operated
Founded, owned and operated by local Aussie family for over 35 years!
Personalised care
Our small, dedicated teams in over 40 spots around Australia are here to help out wherever the road takes you.
Amazing value
Get the most bang for your buck with our all-inclusive packages and customisable options in between.
No hidden costs
All taxes and GST with no extra fees are included in our rates.
24/7 roadside assistance
All our rental cars are covered by 24-hour mechanical breakdown assistance.
Where to find us in Sydney
We have 4 locations in Sydney for you to conveniently pick up an SUV hire. With a minimum rental of 24 hours and fast pick-up services, we make SUV hires stress-free.
Sydney Mascot
Only a 15-minute drive from the CBD, our Sydney Mascot location is open from 6am to 11pm, 7 days a week, so you are never too far away from an SUV rental. With the option to arrange after-hours pick-ups and a 24/7 dropbox, your SUV rental from Mascot is super flexible.
Sydney CBD
Our CBD branch is located right in Potts Point, making it super easy to grab the keys for an SUV car hire. Open 7 days a week with a 24/7 dropbox and the option to arrange after-hours pick-ups, it’s an ideal option for a flexible car in Sydney.
Sydney Lidcombe
Our Inner West branch on Parramatta Road is a great choice for anyone needing an SUV outside of the city centre. Open 7 days a week with the option to arrange after-hours pick-ups and a 24/7 dropbox, we make it convenient for you to drive away with an SUV rental.
Sydney Domestic Airport
Our Sydney Domestic Airport location is super simple to get to, even if you’re not flying in. Open 6am – 11pm, 7 days a week, with a 24/7 dropbox and the option to arrange an after-hours pick-up, booking a Sydney Airport SUV pick-up is easier than spotting a Kangaroo in the outback.
Sydney International Airport
Our Sydney International Airport location is perfect for both Sydney locals and travellers arriving by flight. Open 6am – 11pm, 7 days a week, with a 24/7 dropbox and the option to arrange an after-hours pick-up, we prioritise quick and easy pick-ups for SUV rentals from Sydney International Airport.
Sydney SUV hire FAQs
Can you hire a SUV to go one way?
Yes, you can hire a one-way SUV rental from many of our branches! You can simply pick up in Sydney and drop off in Melbourne, Cairns, Brisbane, and more.
Please keep in mind that one-way rentals usually come with a drop fee (aka one-way fees) to cover the cost of moving the vehicles back to their original branch. This fee amount will be shown to you during the online booking process, so you know what you are paying for from day 1 and can easily compare prices.
Interstate one-way rentals:
- You can book one-way SUV hire between our East Coast branches (QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC, TAS), subject to vehicle availability.
Restricted state one-way rentals:
- Due to the remoteness of certain branches (NT, SA, WA), one-way hire is only available between Redspot branches within the state/territory from which it is rented.
For more info, contact our friendly team on 1300 668 810 or use our online form to discuss your SUV hire options. We’d love to help you navigate your journey!
What is the age requirement to hire an SUV with Redspot?
You must be 25 years and over to hire a SUV in Sydney. For young drivers between 21 and 25, you can hire any of our compact and economy SUVs.
Interstate one-way rentals:
- You can book one-way ute hire between our East Coast branches (QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC, TAS), subject to vehicle availability.
Restricted state one-way rentals:
- Due to the remoteness of certain branches (Such as in NT, SA, WA), one-way ute hire is only available between Redspot branches within the state/territory from which it is rented from.
For more info, contact our friendly team on 1300 668 810 or fill out the online form to chat about your tradie ute hire options. We’re here to help you move, safe and sound.
Can I hire an SUV with a foreign licence?
Yes! Temporary overseas visitors can hire a car with:
- A full, valid driver’s licence and passport.
- Licences must have photo identification.
- If the licence is not in English, then you will need an officially translated document from your embassy or road traffic authority in your home country.
- Some countries may need to apply for an international driving permit.
Can I book a long-term SUV rental?
Yes, we offer long-term SUV rentals for both personal use and businesses. Just enter your booking requirements or call our friendly team to help you find the right long-term booking for you.
Can I take a rental SUV off-road?
Only our 4WD car hires are suitable for off-road driving. In a standard SUV, it’s best to stick to sealed roads to ensure you are safe and covered under insurance.
Is a standard SUV or an intermediate SUV bigger?
In general, our standard SUVs are bigger than our intermediate SUVs and offer more passenger or cargo space. Our intermediate SUVs are midsize or crossovers and may have improved fuel efficiency over standard SUVs.
How many passengers do your SUVs fit?
Our SUV rental cars can comfortably fit 5 passengers, including the driver. For additional seating, check out our minibus rentals.
What is a premium SUV rental?
Our premium SUVs offer more space and features than other SUVs. With a larger engine, multi-speed transmission and more luggage space, the driving experience is enhanced in a premium SUV.
