South Africa

Cheap Car Rentals in South Africa

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South Africa car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in South Africa. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 maaliskuu 2026.

Most popular company

1First Car Rental

Most common car type

Full-size

Average price per day

HK$797

Cheapest price per day

HK$566

Cheapflights insights for South Africa car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in South Africa, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in South Africa?

For the best savings on car rentals in South Africa, make your reservation 20 days before pickup. The average price then is just HK$194/day – about 577% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in South Africa?

In South Africa, the most affordable car hire company right now is Avis, offering prices from just HK$101.68/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Europcar, with rates starting at HK$103.17/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in South Africa?

At South Africa, the best time to rent a car is at July, with an average daily rate of just HK$206. Conversely, April is the priciest month, averaging HK$262 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 South Africa, the best time to rent a car is in July, with an average daily rate of just HK$206. Conversely, April is the priciest month, averaging HK$262 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$207

February

HK$233

March

HK$256

April

HK$262

May

HK$216

June

HK$230

July

HK$206

August

HK$212

September

HK$212

October

HK$225

November

HK$232

December

HK$216

What car do most people rent in South Africa?

The most popular types of cars to hire in South Africa are the following: SUV cars (Volvo XC60 or similar), Mini cars (Suzuki Swift or similar), and Economy cars (Volkswagen Polo or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in South Africa?

keddy by Europcar has 145 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Bluu has the second-highest number of locations in South Africa at 126.

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across South Africa, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 648 pickup locations in South Africa to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 maaliskuu 2026.

Top rental agencies in South Africa

Explore the leading car rental agencies in South Africa known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in South Africa. Reviews were last updated on 13 maaliskuu 2026.

Firefly

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews67 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.5

Bluu

126 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Budget

8.4
Very Good
28 reviews98 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.0

Avis

7.9
Good
27 reviews107 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.5

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.9

Hertz

7.6
Good
13 reviews51 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.7

Sixt

7.0
Good
18 reviews61 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.0

Europcar

5.8
Fair
20 reviews89 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.2

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.2

Thrifty

5.4
Fair
8 reviews49 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.8

Comfort

5.8

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

5.4

Value

5.8

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in South Africa, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 maaliskuu 2026.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in South Africa?

    With an average price of HK$173/day, Europcar is the most popular car hire provider in South Africa, booking 122% more hire cars than any other provider.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in South Africa?

    When visiting South Africa, it is typically cheapest to rent your car in Johannesburg where rental cars typically will cost around HK$684/day (8% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in South Africa was found in Johannesburg for just HK$121/day.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in South Africa?

    In South Africa, drivers are expected to drive on the left side of the road.

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