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Popular car types in Shanghai, China
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small car is the cheapest car type you can rent in Shanghai this past week from 35 rental locations out of 5 rental agencies. Prices for a Shanghai small car rental start from C$ 57/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car rental agencies here:
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Shanghai, China. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 5 rental car agencies in Shanghai, China with an average daily rate of C$ 100. Data was last updated on 8 September 2026.
Nissan SylphyC$ 57/day
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Cheapflights insights for Shanghai car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in Shanghai, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
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.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Shanghai?
At Shanghai, the best time to rent a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just C$ 55. Conversely, September is the priciest month, averaging C$ 86 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Shanghai, the best time to rent a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just C$ 55. Conversely, September is the priciest month, averaging C$ 86 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
C$ 62
February
C$ 55
March
C$ 80
April
C$ 66
May
C$ 73
June
C$ 66
July
C$ 77
August
C$ 83
September
C$ 86
October
C$ 82
November
C$ 65
December
C$ 82
What car do most people rent in Shanghai?
Compact rentals (Class Compact Car, for example) are the most popular in Shanghai. SUV (Class Compact SUV) and Premium (Class Premium Car) rentals are also often chosen by our users when visiting Shanghai.
Which car rental company has the most locations in Shanghai?
Both Avis and Ehi have 9 locations in Shanghai, more than any other rental company in the area.
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 8 September 2026.
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Shanghai, China, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 8 September 2026.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Shanghai for a week from Hertz?
Hertz is one of the top picks in Shanghai. They can have you in a rental car for about C$ 1,410 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Shanghai?
The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Shanghai it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.
How much is a car rental in Shanghai for a weekend?
The average price for a weekend car rental in Shanghai is C$ 0. Renting a Compact is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car rental in Shanghai. For the month of October, Cheapflights users have found rental cars in Shanghai for as low as C$ 0/day.
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