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Cheap Car Rentals in South America from ₹ 1,597

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 9/3 and drop-off date of 11/3. 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 6 February 2025.

Most popular company

Hertz

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

₹ 2,237

Cheapest price per day

₹ 1,597

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 6 February 2025.
Economy

Economy

₹ 2,850+

Compact

Compact

₹ 2,762+

Intermediate

Intermediate

₹ 4,501+

Standard

Standard

₹ 6,099+

Full-size

Full-size

₹ 5,927+

SUV

SUV

₹ 5,594+

Minivan

Minivan

₹ 8,220+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

₹ 9,760+

Compare available car types for rental in South America

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in South America to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 6 February 2025.

Small cars

₹ 2,500 - ₹ 7,192

All Car Types

₹ 2,500 - ₹ 15,377

To hire a small car in South America, you would pay an average price of ₹ 4,090/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in South America (~₹ 2,500/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~₹ 7,192/day). In fact, October is about 39% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for South America. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South America, hiring a small car saves you 40% 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 South America small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in South America, you would pay an average price of ₹ 5,788/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in South America (~₹ 4,990/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~₹ 11,750/day). In fact, January is about 14% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for South America. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South America, hiring a medium car saves you 15% 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 South America medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in South America, you would pay an average price of ₹ 6,561/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in South America (~₹ 8,588/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~₹ 15,377/day). In fact, September is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for South America. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South America, hiring a SUV saves you 3% 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 South America SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai i10₹ 2,350/day
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Hyundai i10
Toyota Corolla₹ 2,762/day
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Toyota Corolla

Best South America car rental deals found

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 6 February 2025.
Hyundai i10₹ 2,350/day
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Hyundai i10
Toyota Corolla₹ 2,762/day
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Toyota Corolla
Hyundai i10₹ 2,850/day
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Hyundai i10

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 6 February 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in South America?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₹ 2,237/day when booking a car hire in South America. The absolute best deal a user found was for ₹ 1,830/day from Hertz, booked on Feb. 2.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in South America for a week from Localiza?

    Hiring a car in South America for a week can be a great option for travel. Localiza, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around ₹ 41,436/week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in South America 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 53% on your car hire. For a below average price in South America, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

  • 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.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in South America for a month?

    Generally, a month-long car rental in South America can be found for about ₹ 177,585, with the average price for a rental being around ₹ 5,920 a day. Book with Hertz, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 70% less compared to the average price of car rentals in South America.

Small car rentals in South America

Find small car rental deals in South America from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in South America cost an average of ₹ 4,166 per day. Price data was last updated on 6 February 2025.
Hyundai i10₹ 1,597/day
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A/C
Hyundai i10
Hyundai i10₹ 1,816/day
2
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A/C
Hyundai i10
Hyundai i10₹ 2,350/day
2
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A/C
Hyundai i10

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 6 February 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 (₹ 33+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

₹ 116+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

₹ 33+

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