No car of your own? You can still earn. We compare Australia's top rideshare-ready rental and subscription providers — weekly price, what's included, and how to claim every dollar on your BAS.
Most bundle insurance, servicing and registration into one weekly payment. Prices are indicative for 2026 — always confirm with the provider.
| Provider | From / week | Best for | What's included |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 SplendNationwide | $279 | Full support & EV options | Insurance, servicing, rego, roadside, driver support |
| 2 KarmoSubscription | ~$290 | Flexible subscription | Insurance, servicing, rego, swap options |
| 3 RideLenderMarketplace | varies | Comparing many fleets | Varies by owner — often all-in |
| 4 Hertz / Uber RentIn-app | ~$300+ | Booking straight from Uber | Insurance, servicing, unlimited km options |
| 5 Local hybrid fleetsMetro | ~$240 | Cheapest hybrids | Varies — often insurance & servicing |
Indicative 2026 weekly pricing. Actual cost depends on car, city, term and kilometres. A Toyota hybrid usually delivers the best profit because it roughly halves fuel costs.
The cheapest sticker price isn't always the cheapest to run. Here's what actually matters for your bottom line.
A Toyota Corolla, Camry or RAV4 hybrid roughly halves your weekly fuel bill. Over 30+ hours a week, the saving usually beats the slightly higher rent within a month.
Add insurance excess, excess-kilometre fees, servicing and roadside — not just the headline rent. The cheapest sticker is often not the cheapest to run.
Some lock you in for 6+ weeks; others are week-to-week. New to rideshare? Start with a no-lock-in option.
Make sure the rental's insurance explicitly covers driving for Uber/DiDi. See our insurance guide.
Your rental is a deductible business expense. The GST on your business-use share is claimable on your BAS — ALITAX handles it.
EVs shine in cities with cheap charging and short trips; hybrids win for mixed/long distances. Local fleets often beat national brands on price.
The business-use portion of your rental and its running costs is deductible — the GST is claimable on your BAS, and the cost lowers your taxable income.