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Cheap Car Rentals in South America from ₹ 1,381
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 South America with a pick-up date of 15/8 and drop-off date of 22/8. 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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South America car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in South America. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 10 August 2025.
Most popular company | Alamo |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Intermediate |
Average price per day | ₹ 4,550 |
Cheapest price per day | ₹ 1,381 |
Popular car types in South America
Explore the most popular car models available for rent in South America and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 10 August 2025.
Economy
₹ 1,381+
Compact
₹ 1,824+
Intermediate
₹ 2,113+
Pick-up truck
₹ 11,009+
Supplier choice
₹ 1,619+
Compact SUV
₹ 3,196+
Intermediate SUV
₹ 4,108+
Compare car rental deals in South America by type
Here are the best South America small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best South America medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best South America SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Ford Ikon₹ 1,381/day
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Volkswagen Polo₹ 1,824/day
4
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A/C
Tata Indica₹ 2,692/day
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A/C
Best car rental deals found in South America
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in South America. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. Data was last updated on 10 August 2025.
Ford Ikon₹ 1,381/day
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Volkswagen Polo₹ 1,824/day
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Volkswagen Vento₹ 2,113/day
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Cheapflights insights for South America car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in South America, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in South America?
Book your car hire in South America 8 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around ₹ 4,231/day on average when booked 8 days ahead, which saves you 8,427% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in South America?
Looking to hire a car in South America? Avis had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only ₹ 977/day. FOCO also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at ₹ 1,649/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in South America?
The cheapest month to hire a car in South America is May, when you can expect to pay ₹ 3,886/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in South America is December (₹ 4,938/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
₹ 4,710
February
₹ 4,412
March
₹ 4,617
April
₹ 4,611
May
₹ 3,886
June
₹ 3,904
July
₹ 4,138
August
₹ 4,208
September
₹ 4,097
October
₹ 4,231
November
₹ 4,442
December
₹ 4,938
What car do most people rent in South America?
Economy cars (Renault Kwid or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting South America. Mini cars (Renault Kwid or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Standard cars (Volkswagen Tiguan or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in South America?
Localiza has 918 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in South America at 646.
Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across South America, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 10 August 2025.
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in South America, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 10 August 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in South America for a week from Alamo?
Hiring a car in South America for a week can be a great option for travel. Alamo, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around ₹ 60,325/week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in South America?
The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from South America it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.
Car rentals by fuel type in South America
Browse car rentals by fuel type in South America. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in South America. Deals were last updated on 10 August 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in South America. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (₹ 56+).
Hybrid
₹ 102+
Petrol/Diesel
₹ 56+