Renting a car can be a hassle. You have to worry about the cost, availability, and quality of the car. You don’t want to spend too much money but you also don’t want to end up with a lemon that breaks down halfway through your trip.
So let’s look at what Thrifty Car Rental offers so you can enjoy the convenience of a car at your fingertips and the freedom to go wherever you want!
Here are 12 Reasons to Choose Thrifty Car Rental Australia for your next Road Trip
1. Do they offer Competitive Rates?
Thrifty is at the higher scale of prices, due to their newer range of cars, but they offer price matching, so if you find a better rate with another company then Thrifty will match it and take a further 10% off that rate.
With Thrifty’s price matching, you won’t break the bank to have a great road trip. Their loyalty programme also offers discounts – see information about that below. Now you can get on with the fun stuff, whether you’re planning a short getaway or an extended holiday.
2. Do they have Locations Across Australia?
Australia is a big country with vast distances and holiday spots in far-flung locations. Thrifty has created a strong network of over 200 rental locations, at airports, metropolitan locations, and those smaller regional centres that other companies don’t cover. Planning a road trip has never been simpler.
Tip: Rental cars at small regional centres, for example, Broome, can book up during the busy seasons, so always book early.
3. Do they offer One-Way Rentals?
Yes! What better way to experience the best of Australia than with a Thrifty one-way rental car and the adventure of a lifetime! (one-way fee applies).
Want to explore Australia’s great drives? Some of the most popular routes are:
- Grand Pacific Drive south of Sydney
- Gibb River Road in Western Australia
- Tasmania’s East Coast
- Crossing the Nullarbor Plain
- Great Barrier Drive from Cairns to Cape Tribulation
- Great Southern Touring Route in Victoria
4. What is the Selection of Vehicles?
A reliable rental car can make or break your holiday so you need to trust the company. Thrifty has a wide range of vehicles across their fleet, especially in popular holiday spots, that you may not find with other companies.
They have over 17,000 vehicles from leading manufacturers, each under 6 months old, so you should have a smooth and comfortable ride with maximum performance.
- 4WDs and SUVs
- Sedans and Hatchbacks
- Hybrids, including SUVs
- 7 seater SUVs
- Luxury vehicles
- Sports Models
- Mobility Vehicles
- 8-seater Vans
- Vans, trucks, buses, commercial vehicles
With so much to choose from you’ll have ‘smooth sailing’ for your next trip to the beach, outback, mountains, village, city, and beyond.
5. Are there Extras?
Heading to the snow? Need reliable navigation? When you rent your car you can add on extras, such as GPS navigation systems, and snow chains to make your rental even more comfortable and convenient.
Bringing the kids on the road trip? Baby and child seats are available for use for newborns and children up to 7 years of age (as required by law), so you can bring the whole family on the adventure!
6. Do Thrifty offer Unlimited Kilometres?
Yes. With Australia’s vast distances, you can drive as far as you want and explore new places, knowing that you’re covered by Thrifty’s unlimited kilometres. So, get out there and enjoy your journey without any limits! (select locations only so always check first).
7. What about Toll Charges?
The Thrifty Toll Cover includes all toll charges under one flat daily fee. This allows unlimited toll usage during your rental. One less thing to worry about!
8. What’s the Pre-Paid Fuel Option?
You’re at the end of your trip, exhausted after a long day of driving, and now you have to find a petrol station to fill the tank before you return it to the Thrifty office. Ah! That’s in the too-hard basket.
So Thrifty offers a service where you can pre-purchase a full tank of petrol so you can return the car low on fuel to the drop-off point. Saves you time and energy! (select locations only)
9. Is the Car Insured?
That extra peace of mind as you hit the open road is always important, which is why you need to consider your car insurance coverage. All reservations come with a basic cover, which includes third-party damage, but the excess fees are high.
To lower your liability and excess fees you can pay for additional protection so you can rest easy before and during your road trip.
Be sure to check out Thrifty’s protection options before you pack up the car and set off on your journey.
10. Is there Roadside Assistance?
Naturally, you don’t want anything to go wrong but if it does, Thrifty Car Rental Australia offers 24-hour roadside assistance.
You can also purchase premium roadside assistance for instances when, in one of those ‘duh’ moments, the fault is yours, e.g. you run out of petrol, or you lose the car keys.
11. Is there a Customer Service Centre?
Have a question? Not sure about the operations of the car? You have an unexpected issue? You can phone or e-mail the customer service contact centre, which is open every day of the year. So take off and go explore – you’ve got the customer service team on your side!
Phone: 1300 367 227 or 136 139
Email: customerservicesau@thrifty.com
12. Can I Earn Loyalty Rewards?
Yes. Hit the road faster when you join Thrifty’s FREE loyalty program – The Blue Chip Programme. You’ll receive a 15% discount on every rental, plus access to exclusive member-only offers. It’s a win-win for your next holiday!
Wrapping Up
With great customer service and a wide range of quality vehicles, like 4WD and hybrid cars, Thrifty aims to make your car rental experience as hassle-free as possible. Their price matching offer and loyalty programme also help you find competitive prices.
Whether you’re looking for a rental car for a weekend trip to a Byron Bay Yurt, a road trip to the Desert Cave Hotel in Coober Pedy, or a relaxing getaway at the Daintree Eco Lodge and Spa in Queensland, with Thrifty Car Rental Australia, you can explore this rich and diverse country without any worries!