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Cheap Car Rentals in Cape Town from ₹ 1,215

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Cape Town with a pick-up date of 7/11 and drop-off date of 27/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cape Town car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Cape Town. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 2 November 2024.

Most popular company

BIDVEST

Price of petrol per litre

₹ 98

Average price per day

₹ 5,833

Cheapest price per day

₹ 1,215

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Cape Town?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Cape Town and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 2 November 2024.

January

₹ 2,269

February

₹ 2,774

March

₹ 2,690

April

₹ 2,690

May

₹ 2,774

June

₹ 2,690

July

₹ 2,522

August

₹ 2,438

September

₹ 2,522

October

₹ 2,774

November

₹ 2,269

December

₹ 2,522

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Cape Town is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is February. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Cape Town

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Cape Town and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 2 November 2024.

There are, in total, 95 car hire locations in Cape Town that are operated by 28 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: ₹ 1,215/day). Explore 3 car types currently offered from Cape Town hire providers:

Economy

Economy

₹ 1,236+

Compact

Compact

₹ 1,409+

Intermediate

Intermediate

₹ 1,555+

Minivan

Minivan

₹ 2,897+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

₹ 4,790+

Mini

Mini

₹ 1,215+

Passenger van

Passenger van

₹ 5,915+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

₹ 6,263+

Compare available car types for rental in Cape Town

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Cape Town to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 2 November 2024.

Small cars

₹ 2,369 - ₹ 3,579

All Car Types

₹ 4,258 - ₹ 7,005

To hire a small car in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of ₹ 2,865/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Cape Town, South Africa (~₹ 2,369/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~₹ 3,579/day). In fact, September is about 18% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Cape Town. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cape Town, hiring a small car saves you 49% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Cape Town small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of ₹ 5,396/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Cape Town, South Africa (~₹ 4,187/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~₹ 7,581/day). In fact, July is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Cape Town. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cape Town, hiring a medium car saves you 4% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Cape Town medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of ₹ 8,458/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Cape Town, South Africa (~₹ 6,855/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~₹ 9,786/day). In fact, November is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Cape Town. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cape Town, hiring a large car is 34% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of ₹ 6,563/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Cape Town, South Africa (~₹ 4,819/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~₹ 9,054/day). In fact, September is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Cape Town. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cape Town, hiring a SUV is 15% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Cape Town SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of ₹ 8,540/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a van in Cape Town, South Africa (~₹ 6,395/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~₹ 14,803/day). In fact, August is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Cape Town. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cape Town, hiring a van is 35% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a luxury car in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of ₹ 8,016/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Cape Town, South Africa (~₹ 6,458/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~₹ 15,250/day). In fact, August is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Cape Town. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cape Town, hiring a luxury car is 30% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Hyundai i10₹ 1,215/day
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Hyundai i10
Ford Ikon₹ 1,236/day
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Ford Ikon
Toyota Corolla₹ 1,409/day
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Top rental agencies in Cape Town

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Cape Town known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Cape Town. Reviews were last updated on 2 November 2024.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Cape Town, including keddy by Europcar, 1First Car Rental and Tempest Car Hire. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

keddy by Europcar

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

10.0

1First Car Rental

10.0
Wonderful
1 review5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.3

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Tempest Car Hire

5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Bluu

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Avis

8.7
Very Good
6 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

9.2

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

9.2

Budget

8.2
Very Good
1 review4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.8

Hertz

7.7
Good
8 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.4

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.8

GREEN MOTION

5.2
Fair
2 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

5.2

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

6.0

Best Cape Town car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Cape Town. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Cape Town with an average daily rate of ₹ 2,280. Data was last updated on 2 November 2024.
The best prices on car rentals in Cape Town we've found at this time. Double check the details of your car rental reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Hyundai i10₹ 1,215/day
2
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A/C
Hyundai i10
Ford Ikon₹ 1,236/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Ikon
Toyota Corolla₹ 1,409/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Cape Town, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 2 November 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Cape Town?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₹ 5,833/day when booking a car hire in Cape Town. The absolute best deal a user found was for ₹ 2,235/day from 1First Car Rental, booked on Oct. 27.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Cape Town?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Cape Town from the following companies over the past two weeks: 1First Car Rental (₹ 1,215/day), Europcar (₹ 1,236/day), and Firefly (₹ 1,409/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Cape Town?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Thrifty (10.0 rating), 1First Car Rental (10.0 rating) and keddy by Europcar (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Cape Town.

  • What are petrol prices like in Cape Town?

    The average price of petrol in Cape Town is ₹ 98/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between ₹ 4,389 and ₹ 6,339 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Cape Town for a week from Bidvest?

    Bidvest offers hire cars in Cape Town for about ₹ 57,821 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Cape Town for the best price?

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 32% on your car hire. For a below average price in Cape Town, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 19 days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Cape Town?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Cape Town for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Cape Town for a month?

    You can potentially save up to 86% on a month-long rental by booking with 1First Car Rental. 1First Car Rental is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Cape Town can cost you on average ₹ 247,806 a month or ₹ 8,260 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

  • How much is a car hire in Cape Town for a weekend?

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Cape Town is ₹ 5,598. Hiring a Mini is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Cape Town. For the month of December, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Cape Town for as low as ₹ 7,810/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Cape Town?

    The most popular car to hire while in Cape Town is the Volkswagen Polo, which is a Economy vehicle.

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Small car rentals in Cape Town

Find small car rental deals in Cape Town from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Cape Town cost an average of ₹ 2,117 per day. Price data was last updated on 2 November 2024.
Hyundai i10₹ 1,215/day
2
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A/C
Hyundai i10
Hyundai i10₹ 1,288/day
2
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A/C
Hyundai i10
Hyundai i10₹ 1,433/day
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A/C
Hyundai i10

Car rentals by fuel type in Cape Town

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Cape Town. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Cape Town. Deals were last updated on 2 November 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Cape Town. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (₹ 20+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

₹ 39+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

₹ 20+

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