Cape Town

Cheap Car Rentals in Cape Town from C$ 19

Cape Town, South Africa
26 Mar — 2 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Cape Town, South Africa
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Cape Town car rentals in 2024

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

Most popular company

1FIRSTCARRENTAL

Price of gas per litre

C$ 1.63

Average price per day

C$ 41

Cheapest price per day

C$ 19

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 19 March 2024.

January

C$ 35

February

C$ 43

March

C$ 40

April

C$ 39

May

C$ 33

June

C$ 33

July

C$ 35

August

C$ 36

September

C$ 33

October

C$ 33

November

C$ 33

December

C$ 37

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Cape Town is May. 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 19 March 2024.

small car is the cheapest car type you can rent in Cape Town this past week from 88 rental locations out of 26 rental agencies. Prices for a Cape Town small car rental start from C$ 19/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car rental agencies here:

Economy

Economy

C$ 19+

Compact

Compact

C$ 24+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 28+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 80+

Mini

Mini

C$ 21+

Passenger Van

Passenger Van

C$ 45+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

C$ 32+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

C$ 46+

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 19 March 2024.

Small cars

C$ 34 - C$ 48

All Car Types

C$ 57 - C$ 88

To rent a small car in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of C$ 40/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Cape Town, South Africa (~C$ 34/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~C$ 48/day). In fact, November is about 18% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Cape Town. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Cape Town, renting a small car saves you 41% 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 Cape Town small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of C$ 75/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Cape Town, South Africa (~C$ 60/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~C$ 99/day). In fact, November is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Cape Town. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Cape Town, renting a medium car is 10% 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 Cape Town medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of C$ 129/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Cape Town, South Africa (~C$ 97/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 149/day). In fact, August is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Cape Town. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Cape Town, renting a large car is 47% 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.

To rent a SUV in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of C$ 77/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Cape Town, South Africa (~C$ 45/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~C$ 103/day). In fact, May is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Cape Town. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Cape Town, renting a SUV is 12% 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 Cape Town SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of C$ 93/day. July is the cheapest month to rent a van in Cape Town, South Africa (~C$ 65/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~C$ 124/day). In fact, July is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Cape Town. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Cape Town, renting a van is 27% 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 Cape Town van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a luxury car in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of C$ 163/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Cape Town, South Africa (~C$ 128/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 280/day). In fact, June is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Cape Town. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Cape Town, renting a luxury car is 58% 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$ 19/day
2
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A/C
Toyota Yaris

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 19 March 2024.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Cape Town, including Hertz, keddy by Europcar and Firefly in Cape Town. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Hertz

7.4
Good
52 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

7.5

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

9.0
Wonderful
26 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

9.0

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

3 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 C$ 45. Data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
The best offers we've found on car rentals in the Cape Town area. Double check the details of your car rental reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Toyota YarisC$ 19/day
2
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A/C
Toyota Yaris
Honda CivicC$ 24/day
4
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A/C
Honda Civic
Toyota YarisC$ 27/day
2
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A/C
Toyota Yaris

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 19 March 2024.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Cape Town?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 41/day when booking a rental car in Cape Town. The best deal a user found was for C$ 20/day from First Car, booked on Jul. 28.

  • What car rental company is typically the cheapest in Cape Town?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Cape Town from the following companies over the past two weeks: Hertz (C$ 19/day), 1First Car Rental (C$ 24/day), and Woodford (C$ 27/day).

  • Which car rental 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 rental car companies in Cape Town.

  • What are gas prices like in Cape Town?

    The average gas price in Cape Town is C$ 1.63/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 73 and C$ 106 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Cape Town for a week from 1First Car Rental?

    1First Car Rental is a popular option for travellers looking for car rental in Cape Town. You can expect the average cost of a rental car to be about C$ 220 per week.

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

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 35% on your car rental. For a below average price in Cape Town, Cheapflights recommends booking your car rental at least 17 days in advance.

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

    Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Cape Town however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Cape Town for a month?

    You can potentially save up to 61% on a month-long rental by booking with First Car. First Car is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Cape Town can cost you on average C$ 944 a month or C$ 31 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

  • How much is a car rental in Cape Town for a weekend?

    C$ 33 is, on average, how much a car rental costs for the weekend in Cape Town. To save money, consider booking a Economy car rental, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car rental in April, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as C$ 55 per day.

  • What car do most people rent in Cape Town?

    The most popular car to rent while in Cape Town is the Class Compact Crossover, which is a Compact vehicle.

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Car rentals by fuel type in Cape Town

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Cape Town. Currently, Gas/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Cape Town. Deals were last updated on 19 March 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Cape Town. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Gas/Diesel being the cheapest (C$ 17+).

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

C$ 17+

Hybrid

Hybrid

C$ 49+

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