Brazil car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Brazil. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 27 April 2025.
Most common car type | Economy |
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Brazil?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in 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 27 April 2025.
January
R466
February
R503
March
R503
April
R485
May
R447
June
R429
July
R503
August
R466
September
R485
October
R503
November
R522
December
R578
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Brazil is June. 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 Brazil
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in 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 27 April 2025.
Small cars | R329 - R1 716 | |
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All Car Types | R329 - R3 705 |
To hire a small car in Brazil, you would pay an average price of R499/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Brazil (~R329/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R1 716/day). In fact, May is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Brazil. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Brazil, renting a small car saves you 55% 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 medium car in Brazil, you would pay an average price of R894/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Brazil (~R486/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R3 705/day). In fact, July is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Brazil. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Brazil, renting a medium car saves you 18% 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 Brazil
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Brazil known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Brazil. Reviews were last updated on 27 April 2025.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top car hiring agencies serving Brazil, including those serving the Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo and Florianopolis area. Make sure to read through user feedback, confirm pickup locations, and check the fine print before choosing.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Brazil, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 27 April 2025.
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Brazil?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (10,0 rating), Alamo (7,8 rating) and Localiza (7,7 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Brazil.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Brazil?
With an average price of R343/day, FOCO is the most popular car hire provider in Brazil, booking 100% more hire cars than any other provider.
What side of the road do you drive on in Brazil?
In Brazil, drivers are expected to drive on the right side of the road.