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10.0 Wonderful
Although there was a slight delay due to the holiday weekend, pick up was easy. The car was somewhat new and clean. I would highly recommend Thrifty car rental.
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10.0 Wonderful
The Lady we dealt with in Broome was absolutely lovely and great service manner we hired a 12 seater van for our wedding to make it easier for everyone to get around. The van was very clean and good to drive
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6.0 Okay
No car pick up at airport , I had to take a train to bari center to pick up the car. Also i wanted to return one day later, impossible to get someone on the phone, and impossible to modify the rental online…. So basically, no one answers, and online website doesn’t work to modify ????
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2.0 Poor
Hello Thrifty Customer Care, I’m writing to dispute several charges on my recent rental (Vehicle: SIRENCOREGXFW1S, Contract 01621/1279470). Total charged: $537.01 for 2 days at $69.99/day + a $30/day upgrade. Based on the receipt, here’s what I’m contesting: Inter-City Fee – $100.00 The car was picked up at IAH (Houston Intercontinental) on 08/28 and returned to HOU (Hobby) on 08/30. This was within the same metro area and was driven only 239 miles. I was not clearly informed that returning to a different Houston airport would trigger a $100 fee, nor was an alternative offered at pickup. Given the short distance, same-city return, and minimal mileage, I’m requesting a full waiver of this fee as a goodwill/clarity issue. Fuel Purchase Option (FPO) – $36.86 The vehicle left at 97% fuel and was returned at 97% fuel. With the tank returned nearly identical and only 239 miles driven, there was no need for a prepaid fuel purchase. If FPO was added, it was not clearly explained that it’s non-refundable when returning at the same level. Please remove/refund this charge. Concession Fee Recovery 11.11% – $33.33 and VLC/CFC/BUS – $22.81 Please provide the exact base amount used to calculate the 11.11% and a written explanation of each surcharge. The tax base of $466.96 also appears inflated relative to the rental/upgrade subtotal and add-ons. I’m requesting a line-by-line tax/surcharge calculation. LDW – $73.98 (2 × $36.99/day) If LDW was required to obtain the quoted rate, please confirm. Otherwise, note that the overall pricing appears to have increased significantly beyond the expected 2-day rental + upgrade. If LDW was not clearly optional or was auto-selected, I request a courtesy adjustment. To be reasonable, the total should reflect: Base + Upgrade (2 days): $199.98 LDW (if retained): $73.98 Removal of Inter-City Fee ($100) and FPO ($36.86) Corrected surcharges/taxes calculated on the proper taxable base . Please review and issue a refund/adjusted invoice, or provide a detailed written breakdown justifying each contested amount. I appreciate your prompt help—I’m happy to discuss by phone as well.
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4.0 Mediocre
Being charged for gas after I filled it up 2miles away and they still added 1gal at $11 is ridiculous.
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10.0 Wonderful
The insurance through Kayak doesn't include comprehensive coverage. Next time, might have to look ot see what other options are available.
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2.0 Poor
The car was dirty, inside and out. The rental clerk was less than helpful or willing to provide direction. The additional fees made the total price more than double the advertised price.
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2.0 Poor
Surprise fees at the airport that were not disclosed on Kayak or Expedia. Long waits. Old, dirty, beat up vehicle
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10.0 Wonderful
Car was great as were staff at pickup and dropoff
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2.0 Poor
They did not have the car we reserved and we had to make other arrangements. very frustrating.

Thrifty car hire prices in Australia

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Suzuki Swift car
Suzuki Swift
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
M
$38/day
Toyota Corolla car
Toyota Corolla
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
M
$39/day
Hyundai i30 car
Hyundai i30
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
M
$38/day
Class Standard Car car
Class Standard Car
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
M
$56/day
Ford Ranger car
Ford Ranger
or similar Large
5
2
2/4
M
$79/day
Nissan X-Trail car
Nissan X-Trail
or similar SUV
2
2
4-5
M
$54/day
Kia Carnival car
Kia Carnival
or similar Van
5
5
4-5
M
$93/day
Toyota Highlander car
Toyota Highlander
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
M
$73/day
Class Premium Car car
Class Premium Car
or similar Luxury
5
5
4-5
M
$147/day
Toyota HiAce car
Toyota HiAce
or similar Van
5
2
4-5
M
$111/day
Class Full-size Truck car
Class Full-size Truck
or similar Pickup truck
5
2
2/4
M
$56/day
Class Premium SUV car
Class Premium SUV
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
M
$122/day
Class Special Car car
Class Special Car
or similar Category
5
5
2/4
M
$49/day
Mazda CX-5 car
Mazda CX-5
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
$51/day
Class Special Pickup Truck car
Class Special Pickup Truck
or similar Pickup truck
5
5
2/4
M
$53/day
Mitsubishi ASX car
Mitsubishi ASX
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
M
$53/day
Class Commercial Truck car
Class Commercial Truck
or similar Commercial
5
3
2/4
M
$54/day
Class Standard SUV car
Class Standard SUV
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
$63/day
Class Special SUV car
Class Special SUV
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
M
$126/day
Class Special Van car
Class Special Van
or similar Van
5
5
4-5
M
$192/day
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Where can I find Thrifty car hire?

Address

Shop 3/8 Franklin St

Hours

Monday07:30 - 17:00
Tuesday07:30 - 17:00
Wednesday07:30 - 17:00
Thursday07:30 - 17:00
Friday07:30 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 16:00
Sunday08:00 - 16:00

Phone

+61 136139

Address

Arrival Drive

Hours

Monday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Tuesday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Wednesday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Thursday00:00 - 01:0006:00 - 23:59
Friday00:00 - 01:0006:00 - 23:59
Saturday07:00 - 22:00
Sunday07:00 - 22:00

Phone

+61 136139

Address

124 Thistlethwaite St

Hours

Monday08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday08:00 - 16:00
Thursday08:00 - 16:00
Friday08:00 - 16:00
Saturday08:00 - 16:00

Phone

+61 136139

Address

128 Whitehall St

Hours

Monday07:00 - 22:00
Tuesday07:00 - 22:00
Wednesday07:00 - 22:00
Thursday07:00 - 22:00
Friday07:00 - 22:00
Saturday08:00 - 16:00
Sunday08:00 - 16:00

Phone

+61 136139

Address

393 Bridge Rd

Hours

Monday08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday08:00 - 16:00
Thursday08:00 - 16:00
Friday08:00 - 16:00
Saturday08:00 - 16:00
Sunday09:00 - 12:00

Address

423-425 Malvern Road

Hours

Monday08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday08:00 - 16:00
Thursday08:00 - 16:00
Friday08:00 - 16:00
Saturday08:00 - 16:00
Sunday08:00 - 16:00

Phone

+61 3 9699 7577

Address

99 Spencer St

Hours

Monday07:00 - 22:00
Tuesday07:00 - 22:00
Wednesday07:00 - 22:00
Thursday07:00 - 22:00
Friday07:00 - 22:00
Saturday08:00 - 16:00
Sunday08:00 - 16:00

Phone

+61 3 8661 6000

Address

166 Montague Street

Hours

Monday08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday08:00 - 16:00
Thursday08:00 - 16:00
Friday08:00 - 16:00
Saturday08:00 - 16:00
Sunday08:00 - 16:00

Phone

+61 3 9699 7577

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Most popular car type

Average price

Good deal

Sydney
Compact
$54/day
$35/day

Top tips for hiring a car from Thrifty

  • 25% of our users found car hire from Thrifty for $47 or less
  • Book your car hire from Thrifty at least 6 weeks before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
  • Full-size car hire from Thrifty is around 41% cheaper than other car types, on average.

FAQs about hiring a car from Thrifty

  • How much does it cost to hire a car from Thrifty?

    On average a car hire from Thrifty costs $85 per day.

  • What is the most popular car hire from Thrifty?

  • How many car hire locations does Thrifty have?

    Thrifty has 3,207 hire locations worldwide. Take a look at our Thrifty hire location map to find the best car hire near you.

  • Which countries does Thrifty have car hire locations in?

    Albania, Algeria, Anguilla, Antigua And Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Barbados, Belgium, Belize, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, British Virgin Islands, Brunei Darussalam, Bulgaria, Cambodia, Canada, Caribbean Netherlands, Cayman Islands, Chile, Costa Rica, Croatia, Curaçao, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Estonia, Fiji, Finland, France, French Guiana, French Polynesia, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Guadeloupe, Guam, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Kuwait, Laos, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Malta, Martinique, Mauritius, Mexico, Morocco, Namibia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Northern Mariana Islands, Norway, Oman, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Romania, Russia, Réunion, Saint Barthélemy, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Martin, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Seychelles, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sri Lanka, St. Maarten, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, The Bahamas, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Turkey, Turks and Caicos Islands, U.S. Virgin Islands, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Vatican City and Western Sahara

  • How much does it cost to hire a car from Thrifty for a week?

    On average a car hire from Thrifty costs $598 per week ($85 per day).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car from Thrifty long term for a month?

    On average a car hire from Thrifty costs $2,563 per month ($85 per day).

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