Canada

Cheap Car Rentals in Canada from C$ 13

Toronto, ON, Canada
26 Mar — 2 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Toronto, ON, Canada
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Canada car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Canada. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

Most popular company

Routes Car & Truck Rentals

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

C$ 57

Cheapest price per day

C$ 13

What are the car hire rental for popular cities in Canada?

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across Canada, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 1,847 pickup locations in Canada to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

Price

C$ 15 - C$ 37

Out of all the popular cities in Canada, Toronto is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just C$ 15/day. Renting a car in Toronto is 59% cheaper than renting one in Winnipeg where the per day rate is around C$ 37. Other fairly inexpensive cities in Canada to get a rental car in are: Thunder Bay (C$ 16/day), Vancouver (C$ 27/day), and Kelowna (C$ 30/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Toronto should expect to spend around C$ 15/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in Canada is Toronto.

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Canada?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Canada 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 19 March 2024.

January

C$ 31

February

C$ 31

March

C$ 32

April

C$ 40

May

C$ 52

June

C$ 75

July

C$ 88

August

C$ 86

September

C$ 56

October

C$ 50

November

C$ 37

December

C$ 51

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Canada is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. 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 Canada

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Canada and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

At C$ 13/day, large car is the cheapest car type available for rental in Canada in the past week. Out of 94 car rental agencies operating in Canada, there are, in total, 2,606 rental locations. View below for 7 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

C$ 25+

Compact

Compact

C$ 26+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 28+

Standard

Standard

C$ 29+

Full-size

Full-size

C$ 30+

Minivan

Minivan

C$ 46+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 56+

Premium

Premium

C$ 45+

Compare available car types for rental in Canada

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Canada to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

Small cars

C$ 28 - C$ 89

All Car Types

C$ 33 - C$ 110

To rent a small car in Canada, you would pay an average price of C$ 51/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Canada (~C$ 28/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 89/day). In fact, January is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Canada. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Canada, renting a small car saves you 20% 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. Here are the best Canada small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Canada, you would pay an average price of C$ 49/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Canada (~C$ 27/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~C$ 82/day). In fact, January is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Canada. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Canada, renting a medium car saves you 21% 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. Here are the best Canada medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Canada, you would pay an average price of C$ 82/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Canada (~C$ 48/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 145/day). In fact, February is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Canada. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Canada, renting a large car is 24% more expensive. 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. Here are the best Canada large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Canada, you would pay an average price of C$ 61/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Canada (~C$ 34/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~C$ 103/day). In fact, January is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Canada. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Canada, renting a SUV saves you 2% 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. Here are the best Canada SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Canada, you would pay an average price of C$ 106/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a van in Canada (~C$ 55/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 175/day). In fact, February is about 49% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Canada. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Canada, renting a van is 41% more expensive. 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. Here are the best Canada van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a pick-up truck in Canada, you would pay an average price of C$ 101/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a pick-up truck in Canada (~C$ 59/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 155/day). In fact, January is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pick-up truck rental for Canada. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Canada, renting a pick-up truck is 38% more expensive. 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. Here are the best Canada pick-up truck rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a luxury car in Canada, you would pay an average price of C$ 99/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Canada (~C$ 54/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 164/day). In fact, January is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Canada. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Canada, renting a luxury car is 37% more expensive. 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. Here are the best Canada luxury car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a convertible in Canada, you would pay an average price of C$ 136/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a convertible in Canada (~C$ 82/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~C$ 282/day). In fact, March is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible rental for Canada. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Canada, renting a convertible is 54% more expensive. 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.

Toyota YarisC$ 13/day
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Toyota Yaris
Nissan SentraC$ 19/day
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Nissan Sentra
Chevrolet SparkC$ 20/day
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Chevrolet Spark

Tips for renting a car in Canada

Browse helpful tips for renting a car in Canada including age restrictions, car type suggestions and more. Tips were last updated on 19 March 2024.
  • If you plan on renting a car in Canada and driving with a small child, make sure to take note of the country’s car seat requirements and regulations. If a child is between 20 and 40 pounds, you will need to put them in a car seat that faces forward. If a child weighs less than 80 pounds, has a height that is less than 4 feet, 9 inches, and less than eight years old, they need to be in a booster seat. Any child that is less than 20 pounds needs to be in a car seat that faces the rear. You can always rent a car or booster seat from a car rental company if needed.
  • It is not uncommon fortravellerss to want to take a road trip from Canada to the United States, as the two countries share a very large border. When you rent a car in Canada, most rental companies will allow you to do this. However, you should always let your rental company know of your plans ahead of time, as they may require you to pay for additional insurance or an extra fee. Also, keep in mind that almost no rental companies allow drivers to rent a car in one country and return it another, so you will likely need to bring the vehicle back to Canada.
  • Before you leave the rental facility, make sure that your vehicle is equipped with all the perks and amenities that you will need to be comfortable during your stay in Canada. For example, it can often be quite cold in many parts of the country, so you will want to verify that your car’s heating system is working, and that you have chains for your tires in case you need to drive in snow. Much of the country is also rather remote and does not always have the best cell service, particularly for internationaltravellerss, so you may want to add a GPS system to your reservation as well.

Top rental agencies in Canada

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Canada known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Canada. Reviews were last updated on 19 March 2024.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Canada, including those serving the Toronto, Calgary and Vancouver area. See what past customers have to say, compare prices, and review other key details before deciding.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

565 locations

Discount Car & Truck Rentals

295 locations

Budget

246 locations

Avis

182 locations

Hertz

169 locations

National

149 locations

DISCOUNT.QUEBEC

130 locations

Thrifty

111 locations

Best Canada car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Canada. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Canada with an average daily rate of C$ 26. Data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
Browse some of the deals we've come across on car rentals in the Canada region, including options close to Toronto, Calgary and Vancouver. To make sure you find the deal you're looking for, verify the details of the rental, such as car type, price, and pickup address.
Chevrolet MalibuC$ 13/day
5
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Chevrolet Malibu
Toyota YarisC$ 13/day
2
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A/C
Toyota Yaris
Hyundai ElantraC$ 14/day
5
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A/C
Hyundai Elantra

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Canada, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 March 2024.
  • Should I rent a car in Canada?

    Renting a car in Canada is essential, particularly if you would like to visit multiple provinces and cities. The larger cities usually have robust public transport systems, like Toronto and Vancouver, but many of the towns in Canada are smaller and rely on cars for transportation. Having access to your own car is also the quickest way to move between big cities, as bus and train options are rather limited. Plus, Canada has many national parks that you may want to visit, such as Banff National Park, and you will need to drive to them as public transportation is not an option.

  • What is driving like in Canada?

    Driving in Canada is usually very straightforward, but there are still a few things you will want to keep in mind. When you are in major cities, like Calgary and Toronto, be prepared to come across traffic in the late mornings and early evenings. You will also find quite a few pedestrians in the downtown areas. When driving in rural areas, like the mountains, the roads may be rather rugged, so always limit your speed and drive as carefully as possible.

  • How old do you have to be to rent a car in Canada?

    To rent a car in Canada, rental companies will require you to be at least 21 years old. They will also ask that you have a minimum of 12 months of driving experience and that your driver’s license has no limitations or negative marks. If you are a United States citizen, you will also need to show your passport or your passport card to receive your car rental.

  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Canada?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.5 rating), Driving Force (8.5 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.3 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Canada.

  • What is the most popular car rental provider in Canada?

    When renting a car in Canada, the most popular provider of rental cars among Cheapflights users is Routes Car & Truck Rentals, and with prices around C$ 50/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Routes Car & Truck Rentals is INTERMEDIATE, which starts as low as C$ 14/day.

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

    When visiting Canada, it is typically cheapest to rent your car in Markham where rental cars typically will cost around C$ 35/day (50% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Canada was found in Markham for just C$ 20/day.

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

    Cars in Canada are to be driven on the right side of the road.

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Luxury car rentals in Canada

Find luxury car rental deals in Canada from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Canada cost an average of C$ 24 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
Take a look at some of the best options when it comes to luxury car rentals in Canada, with locations not far from Toronto, Calgary and Vancouver. Make sure to take a close look at each offer to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Chrysler 300C$ 24/day
5
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Chrysler 300
Chrysler 300C$ 24/day
5
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A/C
Chrysler 300
BMW 3 SeriesC$ 24/day
5
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A/C
BMW 3 Series

Van rentals in Canada

Find van rental deals in Canada from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in Canada cost an average of C$ 25 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
These are some of the best options we've found for van rentals within the Canada area, including pickup locations near Toronto, Calgary and Vancouver. If these deals aren't exactly what you're looking for, not to worry, as new offers are constantly being added.
Toyota SiennaC$ 25/day
5
5
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A/C
Toyota Sienna
Toyota SiennaC$ 25/day
5
5
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A/C
Toyota Sienna
Dodge Grand CaravanC$ 25/day
5
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A/C
Dodge Grand Caravan

Car rentals by fuel type in Canada

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Canada. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Canada. Deals were last updated on 19 March 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Canada. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (C$ 25+).

Electric

Electric

C$ 25+

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

C$ 40+

Hybrid

Hybrid

C$ 30+

Airport car rentals in Canada
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