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How far in advance should I hire a car in Shanghai?

Book your rental car in Shanghai 89 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around HK$298/day on average when booked 89 days ahead, which saves you 570% off the average price.

What is the best car rental company in Shanghai?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Shanghai is Europcar (rated 5.3/10). Hertz (rated 2.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Shanghai?

At Shanghai, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just HK$306. Conversely, April is the priciest month, averaging HK$447 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Shanghai, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just HK$306. Conversely, April is the priciest month, averaging HK$447 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

HK$306

February

HK$306

March

HK$314

April

HK$447

May

HK$447

June

HK$447

July

HK$361

August

HK$306

September

HK$314

October

HK$322

November

HK$314

December

HK$306

What car do most people rent in Shanghai?

Compact cars (Suzuki Jimny or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Shanghai. SUV cars (Class Compact SUV or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Premium cars (Class Premium Car or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Shanghai?

Hertz has 13 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Shanghai at 9.

Top rental agencies in Shanghai, China

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Shanghai, China known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 5 car rental companies in Shanghai, China. Reviews were last updated on 12 July 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Shanghai, such as Europcar, Hertz and Avis. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Europcar

2 locations

Hertz

13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Avis

9 locations

Ehi

9 locations

keddy by Europcar

1 location

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Shanghai, China, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 July 2025.
  • Can I rent a car for a month in Shanghai?

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Shanghai it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

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