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For a drive as smooth as the service

There’s no better time than now to experience the smooth seamless power of electric vehicle car rental with Avis Electric now available in Australia. Avis car rental offers a unique opportunity to experience advanced technology in a truly enjoyable driving experience.

AVIS ELECTRIC CAR HIRE RANGE

In Australia, the Avis Electric fleet includes the Tesla Model Y. This mid-size, rear-wheel-drive SUV, is packed with advanced features to ensure your Tesla car rental is a drive you are sure to enjoy.  If you are travelling with luggage, the excellent boot capacity is a welcome advantage.

 

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THE EV DRIVING EXPERIENCE

Driving a Tesla Model Y can be an exhilarating and memorable experience. As an electric car, it offers several distinctive features and advantages that set it apart from traditional combustion engine vehicles.

Electric Power and Instant Acceleration: Renting a Tesla means experiencing the incredible power and instant torque that electric motors have to offer. The Model Y delivers quick and seamless acceleration from the moment you press the accelerator pedal, making it effortless to merge into traffic or safely overtake other vehicles on the road.

Equally, as soon as you take your foot off the accelerator, you will find your car will quickly slow down to a complete stop (unlike a conventional car which gradually rolls to a stop). This regenerative braking may feel different at first, but most people adjust quickly.

Regenerative braking works by converting kinetic energy back into electrical energy to recharge the battery. The motor acts as a generator when you release your foot from the accelerator. This increases energy efficiency.

Smooth and Quiet Ride: When you choose an Avis Electric car rental, you'll notice that the Tesla Model Y provides a remarkably smooth and quiet ride. The absence of an internal combustion engine eliminates engine noise and vibrations. This allows you to enjoy a peaceful journey, where listening to music and having conversations can be more enjoyable.

Advanced Technology and Features: Tesla vehicles are known for their cutting-edge technology and advanced features. When renting, you can experience features like a large 15-inch touchscreen display and advanced driver-assistance systems. The intuitive user interface and innovative technology, including voice controls, enhance the overall driving experience and provide convenience.

 

WHERE TO HIRE

Vehicles are currently available to hire at the following Avis locations. With more locations coming soon!

QUEENSLAND (QLD)

Brisbane Airport (BNE)

Brisbane City (BN0)

Cairns Airport (CNS)

Cairns City (CQ4)

 

NEW SOUTH WALES (NSW)

Sydney Airport (SYD)

Circular Quay, Harbour Marriott (S6R)

Darling Harbour, The Star (PY7)

Hornsby (YL4)

Maroubra (XU2)

North Sydney (S4I)

West Ryde (WRD)

World Square (SY5)

 

AUSTRALIA CAPITAL TERRITORY (ACT)

Canberra Airport (CBR) Canberra City (FG5)

 

VICTORIA (VIC)

Melbourne City CBD (ME1)

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

South Melbourne (AX5)

 

TASMANIA (TAS)

Hobart Airport (HBA)

Hobart City (HBT)

Launceston Airport (LST)

Launceston City (LT3)

 

SOUTH AUSTRALIA (SA)

Adelaide Airport (ADL)  

 

CHARGING ELECTRIC VEHICLES IN AUSTRALIA

If this is your first time renting an EV, you may have questions about how to charge and where to charge your rental. We have provided a summary of the more well-known charging providers across Australia. You can access this information on our Charging Providers page, along with other useful tools to locate charging stations. 

Instructions on how to operate the vehicle for charging are included on our Operating Instructions page.