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Cheap Car Hire in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Rio de Janeiro?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil 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 December 2024.

January

Rp 451,030

February

Rp 467,139

March

Rp 386,597

April

Rp 370,489

May

Rp 386,597

June

Rp 370,489

July

Rp 434,922

August

Rp 402,706

September

Rp 418,814

October

Rp 434,922

November

Rp 451,030

December

Rp 547,680

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Rio de Janeiro is April. 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.

Compare available car types for rental in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil 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 December 2024.

Small cars

Rp 264,336 - Rp 696,520

All Car Types

Rp 271,423 - Rp 2,342,541

To hire a small car in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, you would pay an average price of Rp 213,084/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (~Rp 264,336/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~Rp 696,520/day). In fact, October is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Rio de Janeiro. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Rio de Janeiro, hiring a small car saves you 53% 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.

Top rental agencies in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Reviews were last updated on 19 December 2024.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Rio de Janeiro, such as Alamo, Localiza and Hertz. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Alamo

8.4
Very Good
1 review15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.4

Localiza

8.0
Very Good
1 review27 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

9.5

Hertz

7.5
Good
3 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.5

MOVIDA

6.8
Okay
2 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

6.4

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

FOCO

5.6
Fair
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.2

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.6

Unidas

18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.0

Comfort

5.0

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

5.0

National

16 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 December 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Rio de Janeiro?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.4 rating), Localiza (8.0 rating) and Hertz (7.4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Rio de Janeiro.

  • What are petrol prices like in Rio de Janeiro?

    The average price of petrol in Rio de Janeiro is Rp 16,752.58/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between Rp 753,866 and Rp 1,088,918 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Rio de Janeiro for a week from FOCO ?

    From FOCO you can hire a car in Rio de Janeiro from about Rp 2,062,339 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Rio de Janeiro for the best price?

    Generally, for a better deal in Rio de Janeiro it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 50%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Rio de Janeiro?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Rio de Janeiro for a month is certainly possible.

  • What car do most people hire in Rio de Janeiro?

    Class Intermediate SUV, which is a Intermediate vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Rio de Janeiro according to Cheapflights users.

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