Cape Town

Cheap Car Hire in Cape Town from Rp 537,856

Cape Town, South Africa
23 Apr — 30 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Cape Town, South Africa
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Cape Town?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Cape Town and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 16 April 2024.

January

Rp 417,939

February

Rp 514,386

March

Rp 514,386

April

Rp 482,237

May

Rp 417,939

June

Rp 401,864

July

Rp 417,939

August

Rp 417,939

September

Rp 401,864

October

Rp 401,864

November

Rp 401,864

December

Rp 450,088

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Cape Town is June. The most expensive time to rent a car is February. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Cape Town

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Cape Town and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 16 April 2024.

At Rp 537,856/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Cape Town in the past week. Out of 26 car hire agencies operating in Cape Town, there are, in total, 88 hire locations. View below for one offered car type:

Economy

Economy

Rp 411,509+

Compact

Compact

Rp 537,856+

Intermediate

Intermediate

Rp 459,572+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Rp 1,252,853+

Mini

Mini

Rp 367,626+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Rp 462,948+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Rp 559,717+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Rp 662,273+

Compare available car types for rental in Cape Town

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Cape Town to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 April 2024.

Small cars

Rp 304,613 - Rp 457,643

All Car Types

Rp 304,613 - Rp 2,077,158

To hire a small car in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of Rp 248,327/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Cape Town, South Africa (~Rp 304,613/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~Rp 457,643/day). In fact, March is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Cape Town. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cape Town, hiring a small car saves you 45% 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.

Top rental agencies in Cape Town

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Cape Town known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Cape Town. Reviews were last updated on 16 April 2024.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Cape Town, including Hertz, keddy by Europcar and Firefly. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Hertz

7.4
Good
52 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

7.4

keddy by Europcar

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

10.0

Firefly

7 locations

1First Car Rental

10.0
Wonderful
1 review5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.3

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Tempest Car Hire

4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Avis

9.4
Wonderful
26 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

9.4

Overall

9.4

Pick-up/drop-off

9.4

Value

9.4

Budget

8.2
Very Good
1 review4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.7

Sixt

5.7
Fair
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.6

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

6.3

Best Cape Town car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Cape Town. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Cape Town with an average daily rate of Rp 683,090. Data was last updated on 16 April 2024.
Check out some of the very best car rental deals we've found in Cape Town. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Toyota CorollaRp 537,856/day
4
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A/C
Toyota Corolla
Toyota CorollaRp 828,323/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Cape Town, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 April 2024.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Cape Town?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Cape Town from the following companies over the past two weeks: Bluu (Rp 367,626/day), GREEN MOTION (Rp 497,669/day), and Avis (Rp 537,856/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Cape Town?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, 1First Car Rental (10.0 rating), Alamo (10.0 rating) and keddy by Europcar (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Cape Town.

  • What are petrol prices like in Cape Town?

    The average price of petrol in Cape Town is Rp 21,379.20/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between Rp 962,064 and Rp 1,389,648 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Cape Town for a week from Hertz?

    Hertz is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Cape Town. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about Rp 1,936,505 per week.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Cape Town for the best price?

    Booking early can save you upwards of 35% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Cape Town.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Cape Town?

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Cape Town.

  • What car do most people hire in Cape Town?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Cape Town is Full-size (Toyota Fortuner) based on our Cheapflights data.

See more FAQs

Van rentals in Cape Town

Find van rental deals in Cape Town from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in Cape Town cost an average of Rp 1,131,628 per day. Price data was last updated on 16 April 2024.
Check out some of the best options we've found on van rentals in Cape Town. If you're not finding the right deal for your van rental, check back soon as deals are constantly being refreshed.
Toyota InnovaRp 753,094/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova
Toyota InnovaRp 754,059/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova
Toyota InnovaRp 758,399/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova

Car rentals by fuel type in Cape Town

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Cape Town. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Cape Town. Deals were last updated on 16 April 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Cape Town. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (Rp 30+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Rp 66+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Rp 30+

Airport car hires in Cape Town
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