Need a car in South East Queensland?
Get behind the wheel from just $26.50 per day.
Get a car for as long as you need – at prices that just make sense.
Small and fun. That’s how we’d describe the Kia Rio.
Also with Apple Carplay and Reverse camera.
This hatchback is best for city driving and small trips, with a smooth shifting transmission and low fuel usage.
The ninth best-selling car in Australia, the Toyota Corolla is the perfect rental car: easy to use, cheap to run, and built for reliability.
It handles well on both highways and city streets and has a host of great safety features. With plenty of leg and head room and a boot that can fit a surprising amount of luggage, this compact vehicle is ideal for driving anywhere in South East Queensland.
The i20 is the smaller sibling of the more popular i30, but it still packs plenty of punch.
With decent torque and power, it’s suitable for driving in steeper regions like the Gold Coast hinterland and the Glasshouse Mountains.
It also handles well – perfect for quick lane changes and city parking.
All i20 models in our fleet have a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.
The i20 is the smaller sibling of the more popular i30, but it still packs plenty of punch.
With decent torque and power, it’s suitable for driving in steeper regions like the Gold Coast hinterland and the Glasshouse Mountains.
It also handles well – perfect for quick lane changes and city parking.
All i20 models in our fleet have a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.
Small and fun. That’s how we’d describe the Kia Rio.
This hatchback is best for city driving and small trips, with a smooth shifting transmission and low fuel usage.
Smaller than a Corolla but still built with Toyota durability, the Yaris is an excellent daily driver.
Passenger space might be limited, but, with fold-down back seats, fitting two adults and plenty of luggage in is simple.
Cruise around Brisbane, hit the GC’s beaches, or take day trips to the Northern Rivers – Toyota Yaris will get you there.
Choose the dates and car size, then just call or hit the “Get A Quote” button for a personalised quote.
We’ll call or email you to provide a personalised quote and lock in your booking.
Pick up your car from our Upper Coomera depot and get driving.
With a depot in Upper Coomera, we are not situated near the Gold Coast or Brisbane airports. That means we’ve had to work extra hard to make a name for ourselves.
How? By being great.
That means great value, like beating our competitors’ prices on the same makes and models.
Great vehicles, serviced by Mechanics and Inspected after every hire to ensure your safety. And great service, like 7-business-day deposit return guarantees and a whole host of optional extras.
Want a budget car experience that’s better than just ‘good’?
Holidaying with the family?
Flying solo on a work trip?
Daily driver in the workshop?
Choose from our range of compact and family-sized hatchbacks and sedans – freshly cleaned, fully insured, and ready for the road.
Smart drivers choose us for a reason.
Great Value
Get on the road at prices that just make sense.
No hidden fees. No extra costs.
Just one personalised quote.
Great Vehicles
Browse top-selling cars from manufacturers like Toyota and Hyundai. Every hire comes fully fuelled and thoroughly cleaned. Each car is serviced by a qualified mechanic upon return.
Great Service
Hire your car from a family-owned business that puts you and your passengers first. We’ve been helping locals and visitors drive affordably since 2016.
*Terms and conditions apply.
| Cheapie Car Rental | Other Brands | |
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| Car Age | You pay reasonable rates for middle-aged vehicles.* | You pay a premium for near-new vehicles. |
| Car Manufacturer | Vehicles are from reliable manufacturers like Toyota, Ford and Hyundai. | Vehicles are often from manufacturers like Haval, BYD and Chery. |
| Hire Cost | Cars start from $26.50 per day. | Prices vary, but typically start from $50 per day. |
| Long-Term Discounts | Long-term hires receive a 20% discount on standard rates. | Long-term hires typically pay full standard rates and have long notice periods for returns. |
| Security Deposit | Your deposit will typically be returned within 5–7 business days after you hand back the keys, with a 7-day return guarantee.* | Deposits may be held for weeks without explanation due to administrative delays and questionable damage claims. |
Many car rental companies only offer near-new vehicles that have high acquisition/financing costs – costs that they pass onto you, the driver.
We’re the opposite. When you’re looking for a budget rental car, you don’t need frills like leather seats, Apple Play, and cruise control. You’re after a reliable vehicle to get you from A to B as cost-effectively as possible – and that’s exactly what we deliver.
Our fleet is made up of base-model hatchbacks and sedans from manufacturers like Toyota, Hyundai Kia, and Suzuki. Instead of only using vehicles made in the last 2 years (like some of our competitors), we focus on choosing models built for reliability (which also helps keep our insurance costs down).
All vehicles are serviced by Mechanics and Inspected and driven after every hire to ensure your safety and reliability.
You must be aged 21–80 and hold an open driver’s license to hire a Cheapie car. Our insurance policy means we can’t rent to anyone aged under 21 or over 80.
Each budget car comes with 600 free kilometres per week or 86 per day. Additional kilometres will be tallied when you return your car and charged at 20 cents per kilometre.
We follow the Australian Finance Industry Association’s Car Rental Code of Practice. Always check your rental agreement for fair wear and tear inclusions and exclusions as they apply to your vehicle.
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Sometimes you need more than the basics. Here’s a list of optional extras you can add to your Cheapie Car Rental hire.
| Optional Extra | Description | Price From |
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| Excess Reduction | Reduce your insurance excess to $1,800.00, unless the damage involves the windscreen, windows, or tyres. | $25.00 per week |
| Extra Excess Reduction | Reduce your insurance excess to $900.00, unless the damage involves the windscreen, windows, or tyres. | $50.00 per week |
| Plus One | Add an additional driver. | $20.00 per driver |
| Additional Kilometres | Increase your included kilometres from 600 to 800 kilometres per week. | $20.00 per week |
Please note that some extras may vary in availability. Prices may be subject to change and are based on the lowest available price for a 30-year-old Australian resident driver. Descriptions are for informational purposes only and may not represent the exact nature of the product or service. Terms and conditions apply.
To drive one of our budget cars, you’ll need to be at least 21 years old and hold an open driver’s licence (for insurance purposes, you’ll need to have held that licence for at least 12 months). That means you can’t rent from us with a provisional (P-plate) licence.
You can drive our cars on a non-Australian licence. Please note that, if your licence isn’t in English, we will require a certified translation or an international driving permit.
