Simba Car Hire Reviews 

776
TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.4

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Evaluating 648 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the friendly, professional, and helpful staff, highlighting their welcoming approach and efficiency. People frequently commend the excellent service, noting the seamless pick-up and drop-off processes, convenient shuttle transfers, and overall ease of their rental experience. Many reviewers also appreciate the exceptional quality and cleanliness of the vehicles, often finding them to be new, economical, and perfectly suited for their needs, all at an affordable price. However, some customers also noted occasional issues, including long waiting times for car pick-up or airport transfers, and instances of unhelpful staff interactions. A few other people also felt that some vehicles were not in ideal condition or had specific issues like warning lights, while others mentioned unexpected additional charges or high liability.

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Service

Consumers find service to be positive, with many reviewers highlighting great communication, attentive staff,... See more

Staff

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Price

Reviewers mention positive feedback about price, often finding the car rentals to be super cheap, great... See more

Product

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Quality

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Truly hiring a car through Simba (particularly the team at Perth Airport) was one of the best experiences I’ve had in doing so. The team there were clear, friendly, flexible and reliable - all... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Was great little cars..Was great for the value..Easy to drive and get around&Parking.. Excellent fuel efficient..Will give friends&people i talk to that are travelling.. That want to hire a Great litt... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I got almost new car in excellent condition. it was easy to pick up and drop off. If you are visiting cairns - they do have 10% off for some of experiences like Hartley crocodile, kurunda sanctuary, D... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The customer service when I arrived to pick up the car was just excellent. They helped me out to explain that purchasing insurance directly through them which wasnt that much, for my 2 week hire would... See more


Company details

  1. Car Rental Agency
  2. Car Leasing Service

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Simba Car Hire has rapidly grown to become one of Australia’s leading independent car rental providers, proudly serving thousands of customers each year. We are known for our strong commitment to customer satisfaction, operational excellence, and competitive pricing. With convenient locations in Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Cairns, Melbourne, and Perth, we cater to both domestic and international travellers, offering a seamless, reliable, and affordable rental experience. Whether you're traveling for business or leisure, Simba Car Hire is dedicated to making your journey easy, enjoyable, and stress-free.


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4.4

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good price for rental

Good price for rental, very friendly and helpful! Make sure you book directly with them and not through a third party company for ease and security.

31 January 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Customer service is well applied

Customer service is well applied and clear information guided throughout.
Car or vehicles issued clean and with allowing customers check the vehicle and take photos before drive off. Very well system in place

29 January 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I rented a GWM Haval Jolion for 39 days from Simba Car Hire…

I rented a GWM Haval Jolion for 39 days from Simba Melbourne from early Dec 2025 to Jan 2026. The car had only been rented 1 time fron new. So i was a bit nervous about having a shiny new car for long hire. I noticed the engine bay area was a bit dusty but i guess thats to be expected in Oz with do many dirt roads. Everything went very smooth. The car worked good , booking was easy , price was very competitive, was allowed take car on ferry to Tasmania, staff were responsive, helpful, pickup and dropoff was fast and efficient.A lot cheaper to rent in Melbourne and take to Tassy on the night sleeper ferry. I cleaned the car inside and out before returning as it was covered in dust from 39 days driving, didnt cost much and the car looked like new again. I returned with a full fuel tank. I got my bond money refunded about 1 week after returning the car. At the pickup i took the extra breakdown roadside assistance insurance and it wasnt too much extra. I had my own seperate annual rental car excess insurance so i didnt need Simba's. I can recommend Simba Car hire Melbourne. Customer from Ireland.

10 December 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Pick from Cairns Airport in 15…

Pick from Cairns Airport in 15 min.Easy process. Drove out in 30 minutes.. staff described all the term and conditions. I hired the car for 5 days
With zero excess and got my bond back same day after return the Car.

25 January 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Absolutely Harrowing Experience - Avoid

I had the worst car hire experiences of my life with Simba Car Hire in Brisbane. I bought extra insurance because their staff told me I’d be covered for any damage. A hailstorm during the trip caused tiny, barely visible dents, and suddenly they’re demanding over AUD $8,000 from me! Customer service was cold and completely unhelpful. The way the staff handled the situation showed no understanding or willingness to review what I had been told at collection, it felt like I wasn't the first to be a victim of this scam!. The entire experience left me frustrated, misled, and massively out of pocket. I’d honestly rather walk than use this company again. Avoid at all costs!!!

28 January 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great car

Great car, comfortable easy to drive.
Customer service is excellent and friendly staff they explained everything about the contract.
Thanks 👍☺️
I will be back

24 January 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Have no idea what they're doing

I came across the Simba website when I was looking for a car subscription. After some research they appeared to be quite cheap so I filled out the enquire now form for the car I was interested in. I didn't hear anything back from then so I thought I would give them a call.

When I called I advised that I was interested in their car subscription service and said what car I was interested in. I was on hold a couple of times and then was asked when I would like to get the car. I said I would be looking at picking it up within the next 2 days if possible. Again, I was put on hold. When the agent came back they said I wouldn't be able to pick up the car for 7 days and then said I would need to complete the enquiry form on their website and someone would get back to me to advise if the car was available. I advised that I had already completed the enquiry form and asked when I would receive a call. The agent then said that I also need to send an email which was completely confusing and made zero sense. I asked if I have filled out the enquiry form and I send an email, when would I receive a call to confirm that that the car was available. The agent said they dont know when I would get a call.

After that I told them not to worry about it as it sounded like she had absolutely no idea what was going on. Clearly they dont want new customers. I will go to another subscription provider, even if they do cost a bit more. At least I might actually get some customer service and clear information on how it works.

28 January 2026
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