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India car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in India. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 7 April 2026.

Most popular company

Europcar

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

Rp 2,088,049

Cheapest price per day

Rp 1,623,319

Cheapflights insights for India car rentals

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

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

Book your car hire in India 37 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around Rp 800,000/day on average when booked 37 days ahead, which saves you 1,273,887% off the average price.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in India is September, when you can expect to pay Rp 842,553/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in India is May (Rp 1,506,383/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

Rp 1,140,426

February

Rp 1,140,426

March

Rp 1,165,957

April

Rp 1,140,426

May

Rp 1,506,383

June

Rp 1,174,468

July

Rp 970,213

August

Rp 970,213

September

Rp 842,553

October

Rp 893,617

November

Rp 919,149

December

Rp 961,702

What car do most people hire in India?

Full-size cars (Toyota Camry, for example) are the most popular in India. Passenger van (Toyota Innova) and Standard (Toyota Innova) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting India.

Which car hire company has the most locations in India?

Instant Cabs has 67 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in India at 49.

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across India, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 143 pickup locations in India to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 7 April 2026.

Top rental agencies in India

Explore the leading car rental agencies in India known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in India. Reviews were last updated on 7 April 2026.

Hertz

8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Avis

2.0
Poor
2 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Europcar

2.0
Poor
1 review49 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

SS Travels

2.0
Poor
1 review21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Gozo Cabs

18 locations

IndeCab

7 locations

MyChoize Car Rental

16 locations

1First Car Rental

9 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in India, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 7 April 2026.
  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in India?

    When visiting India, it is typically cheapest to rent your car in New Delhi where rental cars typically will cost around Rp 2,052,426/day (1% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in India was found in Chennai for just Rp 1,144,681/day.

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

    Cars travel on the left side of the road in India.

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