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Cheap Car Rentals in Santa Cruz, Rio de Janeiro

Driver's age: 26-65
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Santa Cruz, Rio de Janeiro car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Santa Cruz. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 26 June 2025.

Most popular company

Unidas

Most common car type

Pick-up truck

Average price per day

C$ 109

Cheapest price per day

C$ 109

Cheapflights insights for Santa Cruz car rentals

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

How far in advance should I rent a car in Santa Cruz?

For the best savings on car rentals in Santa Cruz, make your reservation 59 days before pickup. The average price then is just C$ 18/day – about 58% less than the yearly average.

What is the best car rental company in Santa Cruz?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Santa Cruz is Alamo (rated 8.5/10). Localiza (rated 8.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Santa Cruz?

Planning a car rental in Santa Cruz? December is the cheapest month, costing about C$ 33 per day. In contrast, August is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of C$ 98. Monthly average rental prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

C$ 38

February

C$ 36

March

C$ 37

April

C$ 38

May

C$ 44

June

C$ 40

July

C$ 52

August

C$ 98

September

C$ 89

October

C$ 88

November

C$ 70

December

C$ 33

Which car rental company has the most locations in Santa Cruz?

Unidas has 2 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Alamo has the second-highest number of locations in Santa Cruz at 1.

Top rental agencies in Santa Cruz, Rio de Janeiro

Explore the most popular car rental suppliers in Santa Cruz, including their locations and customer reviews, to make the best choice for your next trip.

Alamo

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.5

Localiza

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

9.5

Hertz

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.7

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Unidas

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.0

Comfort

5.0

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

5.0

Avis

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

2.6

Pick-up/drop-off

4.3

Value

2.6

Firefly

1 location

National

1 location

Santa Cruz Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Santa Cruz, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 26 June 2025.
  • Can I rent a car for a month at Santa Cruz?

    Yes, renting a vehicle at Santa Cruz for a month is certainly possible.

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