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Mia Roberts
5 Apr 2026
4.0
Good local option
Pickup was quick and the staff were more relaxed than the big counters. Car had a few marks but they were already noted. No issues after return.
10-20 minutes
low
yes
No damage dispute
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Brisbane car hire reviews
12 reviews26 suppliers available28 locations in Brisbane
4.3
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Brisbane supplier insights
12 reviews
Avg wait
12 min
Best: Hertz (10 min)
Upsell pressure
58% low
Damage disputes
0%
0 of 12 reviews
Car match
100%
Got car they booked
Based on 12 reviews across 28 locations and 26 suppliers. Average rating: 4.3/5 · Typical wait: ~12 minutes · Car availability is strong
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Locations in Brisbane
28 locations in Brisbane
Brisbane Airport
Airport
4.4
8 reviews5–15 min avgMedium pressureNo common damage disputes
Brisbane West Wellcamp Airport
Airport
No rating yet
Ascot Downtown
City / downtown
4.0
2 reviewsBrisbane Downtown
City / downtown
No rating yet
Hamilton Downtown
City / downtown
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Ipswich Downtown
City / downtown
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4.3
Great
12 reviews
PL
Paul L.
5 Dec 2025
4.0
Brisbane CBD Hertz — skip the Airtrain markup
Picked up from the city branch on Adelaide Street. Saved on airport surcharges and the car was identical to what we'd have gotten airside. Return before 8am was painless.
5–15 min queue
Mild upsell pressure
Car matched booking
No damage dispute
SS
Sue S.
18 Nov 2025
4.0
Brisbane Airport Jucy — campervan alternative for coast trips
Rented their standard car but appreciated the campervan vibe of the company. Younger staff, more casual, but the Kia Carnival was properly cleaned and ready on time.
5–15 min queue
Mild upsell pressure
Car matched booking
No damage dispute
BL
Brisbane L.
15 Nov 2025
4.0
Brisbane CBD Budget — Story Bridge convenience
City pickup saved airport time. The Mazda 3 was perfect for Gold Coast day trips. Parking apps recommended.
5–15 min queue
Mild upsell pressure
Car matched booking
No damage dispute
QT
Queensland T.
31 Oct 2025
4.0
Brisbane Airport Avis — Queensland sunshine ready
Heading to Noosa and the staff recommended the right car for the coast drive. The Mazda CX-5 had excellent AC for Queensland heat. Return before the morning rush was seamless.
5–15 min queue
Mild upsell pressure
Car matched booking
No damage dispute
JM
Joshua M.
14 Sept 2025
5.0
Brisbane Airport Redspot — locals know best
Australian-owned operator with no hidden fees and a surprisingly new fleet. The staff actually smiled and the Corolla had under 5,000km on it.
5–15 min queue
Mild upsell pressure
Car matched booking
No damage dispute
EB
Ethan Brooks
12 Sept 2025
5.0
In and out before the heat hit
Brisbane humidity is no joke and Thrifty got us moving fast. Under 10 minutes from desk to car, the Mazda CX-5 matched the booking, and the agent pointed out a chip on the windscreen before I even asked. Drove to Noosa with zero drama.
10 minutes
low
yes
S
SunshineCoastSue
18 Nov 2025
4.0
Brisbane Airport Jucy — campervan alternative for coast trips
Rented their standard car but appreciated the campervan vibe of the company. Younger staff, more casual, but the Kia Carnival was properly cleaned and ready on time.
Q
QLDTraveller
31 Oct 2025
4.0
Brisbane Airport Avis — Queensland sunshine ready
Heading to Noosa and the staff recommended the right car for the coast drive. The Mazda CX-5 had excellent AC for Queensland heat. Return before the morning rush was seamless.
B
BrisbaneLocal
15 Nov 2025
4.0
Brisbane CBD Budget — Story Bridge convenience
City pickup saved airport time. The Mazda 3 was perfect for Gold Coast day trips. Parking apps recommended.
J
Joshua_Mel
14 Sept 2025
5.0
Brisbane Airport Redspot — locals know best
Australian-owned operator with no hidden fees and a surprisingly new fleet. The staff actually smiled and the Corolla had under 5,000km on it.
P
PackLightPaul
5 Dec 2025
4.0
Brisbane CBD Hertz — skip the Airtrain markup
Picked up from the city branch on Adelaide Street. Saved on airport surcharges and the car was identical to what we'd have gotten airside. Return before 8am was painless.