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

Book your car hire in Shanghai 81 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around Rp 637,584/day on average when booked 81 days ahead, which saves you 1,226,021% off the average price.

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What is the best car rental company in Shanghai?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Shanghai is Hertz (rated 2.0/10). Avis (rated 0.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

Hertz
Hertz
2.0
Avis
Avis
0.0
Ehi
Ehi
0.0
keddy by Europcar
keddy by Europcar
0.0

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

Planning to hire a car in Shanghai? February is the cheapest month, costing about Rp 654,362 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of Rp 989,933. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

Rp 755,034

February

Rp 654,362

March

Rp 788,591

April

Rp 956,376

May

Rp 956,376

June

Rp 973,154

July

Rp 973,154

August

Rp 788,591

September

Rp 922,819

October

Rp 872,483

November

Rp 838,926

December

Rp 989,933

What car do most people hire in Shanghai?

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

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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 5 February 2026.

Hertz

13 locations
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Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Avis

9 locations
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Ehi

9 locations
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keddy by Europcar

1 location
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Europcar

2 locations
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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 5 February 2026.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Shanghai?

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Shanghai check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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