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Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Costa del Sol, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Costa del Sol?

To get the best deal on car hire in Costa del Sol, book about 28 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R295, which is about 1 352% cheaper than the typical rate.

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What is the best car rental company in Costa del Sol?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Costa del Sol is Thrifty (rated 10.0/10). Sixt (rated 8.1/10 with 2 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

Thrifty
Thrifty
10.0
Sixt
Sixt
8.1
SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
8.0
Solo Rent a Car
Solo Rent a Car
8.0

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Costa del Sol?

Planning to hire a car in Costa del Sol? November is the cheapest month, costing about R180 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R442. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R213

February

R295

March

R197

April

R426

May

R295

June

R328

July

R442

August

R442

September

R360

October

R377

November

R180

December

R426

What car do most people hire in Costa del Sol?

Compact cars (Volkswagen Golf or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Costa del Sol. Intermediate cars (Audi A3 or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Premium cars (Mercedes-Benz C-Class or similar).

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Top rental agencies in Costa del Sol

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Costa del Sol known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Costa del Sol. Reviews were last updated on 15 January 2026.

Thrifty

5 locations
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Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Sixt

8,1
Very Good
2 reviews•4 locations
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Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

8,5

Overall

8,1

Pick-up/drop-off

8,2

Value

7,1

SURPRICE CAR RENTAL

4 locations
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Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

8,0

Solo Rent a Car

7 locations
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Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

8,0

Dollar

8,0
Very Good
1 review•6 locations
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Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

8,0

Budget

7,5
Good
7 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

8,2

Overall

7,5

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

7,5

Hertz

7,3
Good
7 reviews•6 locations
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Cleanliness

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

7,3

Value

6,7

Avis

6,0
Okay
6 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

6,2

Comfort

6,2

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

5,7

Value

5,7

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Costa del Sol, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 January 2026.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Costa del Sol for a week from Delpaso?

    Delpaso offers hire cars in Costa del Sol for about R4 107 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Costa del Sol?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Costa del Sol for a month is certainly possible.

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