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Cheap Car Rentals in Cape Town from Rp 395,509

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Cape Town with a pick-up date of 13/2 and drop-off date of 23/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cape Town car rentals in 2025

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 4 February 2025.

Most popular company

SIXT

Price of petrol per litre

Rp 19,177.19

Average price per day

Rp 389,222

Cheapest price per day

Rp 395,509

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 4 February 2025.

January

Rp 442,550

February

Rp 524,504

March

Rp 524,504

April

Rp 540,894

May

Rp 524,504

June

Rp 524,504

July

Rp 491,722

August

Rp 475,331

September

Rp 491,722

October

Rp 540,894

November

Rp 508,113

December

Rp 557,285

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Cape Town is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. 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 4 February 2025.

At Rp 395,509/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Cape Town in the past week. Out of 29 car hire agencies operating in Cape Town, there are, in total, 101 hire locations. View below for 2 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Rp 316,014+

Compact

Compact

Rp 395,509+

Intermediate

Intermediate

Rp 335,683+

People carrier

People carrier

Rp 553,680+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Rp 1,392,886+

Mini

Mini

Rp 266,514+

Passenger van

Passenger van

Rp 1,367,481+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Rp 2,238,813+

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 4 February 2025.

Small cars

Rp 267,497 - Rp 598,535

All Car Types

Rp 310,604 - Rp 1,747,910

To hire a small car in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of Rp 423,028/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Cape Town, South Africa (~Rp 267,497/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~Rp 598,535/day). In fact, February is about 37% 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 33% 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 hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of Rp 453,786/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Cape Town, South Africa (~Rp 392,558/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~Rp 2,118,013/day). In fact, April is about 14% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Cape Town. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cape Town, hiring a SUV saves you 28% 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.

Toyota CorollaRp 395,509/day
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Toyota Corolla

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 4 February 2025.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Cape Town, including keddy by Europcar, Firefly and 1First Car Rental. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

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

5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Bluu

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Avis

8.8
Very Good
7 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

9.3

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

9.3

Hertz

7.8
Good
7 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

8.6

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.4

Budget

7.8
Good
1 review4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.4

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.3

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 473,802. Data was last updated on 4 February 2025.
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 395,509/day
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Toyota Corolla
Toyota CorollaRp 472,218/day
4
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A/C
Toyota Corolla
Toyota InnovaRp 553,680/day
5
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A/C
Toyota Innova

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 4 February 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Cape Town?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under Rp 389,222/day when booking a car hire in Cape Town. The absolute best deal a user found was for Rp 299,605/day from Firefly, booked on Jan. 26.

  • 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 316,014/day), Europcar (Rp 335,683/day), and keddy by Europcar (Rp 395,509/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Thrifty (10.0 rating), 1First Car Rental (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 19,177.19/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between Rp 862,973 and Rp 1,246,517 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Sixt 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 2,169,644 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 30% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 19 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.

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

    You can potentially save up to 16% on a month-long rental by booking with Firefly. Firefly is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Cape Town can cost you on average Rp 9,298,476 a month or Rp 309,949 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

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

    Rp 0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Cape Town. To save money, consider booking a Economy car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in March, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as Rp 0 per day.

  • 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.

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 708,589 per day. Price data was last updated on 4 February 2025.
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 553,680/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova
Toyota InnovaRp 560,400/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova
Toyota InnovaRp 621,210/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 4 February 2025.

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 31+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Rp 60+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Rp 31+

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