Essenwood

Cheap Car Hire in Essenwood, Durban from R284

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 Essenwood with a pick-up date of 26/9 and drop-off date of 26/10. 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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Essenwood, Durban car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Essenwood. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 14 September 2025.

Most popular company

Woodford

Most common car type

Premium

Average price per day

R1 922

Cheapest price per day

R284

Popular car types in Essenwood, Durban

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Essenwood and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 14 September 2025.
Compact

Compact

People carrier

People carrier

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 285+

Passenger van

Passenger van

R1 343+

Luxury

Luxury

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

R1 285+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Best Essenwood, Durban car hire deals

Browse through the best deals we’ve found on Essenwood car hire deals at this time. Deals are sourced from providers and were last updated on 14 September 2025.
Land Rover Range Rover EvoqueR1 138/day
5
4
M
A/C
Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
Nissan NavaraR890/day
5
M
A/C
Nissan Navara
Mercedes-Benz V-ClassR1 006/day
5
5
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz V-Class

Cheapflights insights for Essenwood car hires

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in Essenwood?

To get the best deal on car hire in Essenwood, book about 57 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R226, which is about 325% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the best car rental company in Essenwood?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Essenwood is Avis (rated 10.0/10). Bluu (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Essenwood?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Essenwood is January, when you can expect to pay R452/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Essenwood is September (R1 285/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

R452

February

R851

March

R938

April

R973

May

R1 025

June

R886

July

R660

August

R834

September

R1 285

October

R1 216

November

R1 025

December

R886

Which car hire company has the most locations in Essenwood?

Both Sunnycars and Woodford have 2 locations in Essenwood, more than any other car hire company in the area.

Top rental agencies in Essenwood, Durban

Explore the most popular car rental suppliers in Essenwood, including their locations and customer reviews, to make the best choice for your next trip.

Avis

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

7,0

Bluu

1 location

Budget

10,0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

1 location

Woodford

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

6,6

Dollar

1 location

Bidvest

1 location

Sunnycars

2 locations

Essenwood Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Essenwood, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 September 2025.
  • Can I rent a car for a month at Essenwood?

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month at Essenwood check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • What is the cheapest rental car in Essenwood, Durban?

    The cheapest rental car in Essenwood, Durban is Class Economy Car. It costs R347 per day on average to rent a Class Economy Car in this area of the city, which is 58% cheaper than other rental cars in the neighborhood.

  • How much is a rental car in Essenwood, Durban?

    Rental car prices in Essenwood, Durban will vary depending on when you book, but at the moment you can expect a rental to cost R347 per day on average and as low as R361 per day.

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