Toronto

Cheap Car Hire in Toronto from R423

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Toronto with a pick-up date of 3/5 and drop-off date of 26/5. 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.
Toronto, ON, Canada
May 4 — May 11
Driver's age: 26-65
Toronto, ON, Canada
Sat 4/5
Noon
Sat 11/5
Noon

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Toronto?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Toronto 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 27 April 2024.

January

R432

February

R432

March

R413

April

R507

May

R733

June

R1 034

July

R1 203

August

R1 203

September

R789

October

R695

November

R526

December

R714

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Toronto is March. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. 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 Toronto

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Toronto and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 27 April 2024.

There are currently 174 hire locations operating in Toronto spread across 50 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Toronto is small car at R423 a day. Below are all the 3 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People carrier

People carrier

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Compare available car types for rental in Toronto

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Toronto to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 27 April 2024.

Small cars

R460 - R3 252

All Car Types

R544 - R1 886

To hire a small car in Toronto, Canada, you would pay an average price of R959/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Toronto, Canada (~R460/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R3 252/day). In fact, November is about 53% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Toronto. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Toronto, renting a small car saves you 14% 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 Toronto small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Toronto, Canada, you would pay an average price of R1 035/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Toronto, Canada (~R605/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R2 187/day). In fact, July is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Toronto. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Toronto, renting a medium car saves you 8% 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.

To hire a SUV in Toronto, Canada, you would pay an average price of R1 019/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Toronto, Canada (~R414/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R2 198/day). In fact, March is about 60% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Toronto. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Toronto, renting a SUV saves you 9% 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 Toronto SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Nissan AlmeraR423/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Almera
Toyota Corolla QuestR427/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

Top rental agencies in Toronto

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Toronto known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Toronto. Reviews were last updated on 27 April 2024.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Toronto, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz and Dollar in Toronto. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,3
Very Good
300 reviews39 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,3

Comfort

8,4

Overall

8,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,3

Value

7,9

Hertz

7,3
Good
124 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,9

Comfort

7,9

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

7,0

Dollar

6,9
Okay
115 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,5

Comfort

7,5

Overall

6,8

Pick-up/drop-off

6,9

Value

7,1

City Car & Truck Rental

8,2
Very Good
51 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,2

Pick-up/drop-off

8,1

Value

8,2

Avis

7,2
Good
44 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

7,3

Budget

7,1
Good
69 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,1

Pick-up/drop-off

6,9

Value

7,0

Thrifty

7,1
Good
54 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,1

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

7,3

Europcar

7,3
Good
9 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,3

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

7,3

Value

7,3

Best Toronto car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Toronto. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Toronto with an average daily rate of R510. Data was last updated on 27 April 2024.
These are the best deals we've found on hire cars in Toronto. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Nissan AlmeraR423/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Almera
Toyota Corolla QuestR427/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
BMW 3 SeriesR498/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Toronto, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 27 April 2024.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Toronto?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Toronto from the following companies over the past two weeks: Budget (R423/day), Thrifty (R465/day), and Dollar (R786/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8,4 rating), City Car & Truck Rental (8,2 rating) and National (7,4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Toronto.

  • What are petrol prices like in Toronto?

    The average price of petrol in Toronto is R25,96/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 168 and R1 687 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Toronto for a week from Ace?

    Ace is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Toronto. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about R2 899 per week.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Toronto for the best price?

    Booking early can save you upwards of 46% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Toronto.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Toronto?

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Toronto.

  • How much is a car hire in Toronto for a weekend?

    R1 992 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Toronto, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Toronto, then opt for a Economy hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of May, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as R1 044/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Toronto?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Standard (Toyota RAV4) in Toronto, making it the most popular option.

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Car hires by fuel type in Toronto

Browse car hires by fuel type in Toronto. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Toronto. Deals were last updated on 27 April 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Toronto. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R18+).

Electric

Electric

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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