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Cheap Car Hire in Gothenburg from R1 289

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 Gothenburg with a pick-up date of 31/7 and drop-off date of 10/8. 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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Popular car types in Gothenburg

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Gothenburg and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 9 July 2025.

There are currently 51 hire locations operating in Gothenburg spread across 17 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Gothenburg is small car at R1 289 a day. Below are all the 2 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

R1 289+

Intermediate

Intermediate

R1 315+

Intermediate estate car

Intermediate estate car

R1 525+

Compare car hire deals in Gothenburg by type

Here are the best Gothenburg small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Volkswagen Polo VivoR1 289/day
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Volkswagen Polo Vivo

Best car hire deals found in Gothenburg

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Gothenburg. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Gothenburg with an average daily rate of R1 302. Data was last updated on 9 July 2025.
The best prices on car hires in Gothenburg we've found at this time. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Volkswagen Polo VivoR1 289/day
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Volkswagen T-ROCR1 315/day
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Cheapflights insights for Gothenburg car hires

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

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

To get the best deal on car hire in Gothenburg, book about 42 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R694, which is about 1 515% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the best car rental company in Gothenburg?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Gothenburg is MABI (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Thrifty (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

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

At Gothenburg, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just R587. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R1 032 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Gothenburg, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just R587. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R1 032 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

R640

February

R587

March

R658

April

R729

May

R729

June

R978

July

R1 032

August

R996

September

R676

October

R676

November

R676

December

R783

What car do most people hire in Gothenburg?

Compact cars (Class Compact Car, for example) are the most popular in Gothenburg. Passenger van (Volkswagen Multivan) and Luxury (Volkswagen Multivan) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Gothenburg.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Gothenburg?

Both Europcar and keddy by Europcar have 7 locations in Gothenburg, more than any other car hire company in the area.

Top rental agencies in Gothenburg

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Gothenburg known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Gothenburg. Reviews were last updated on 9 July 2025.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Gothenburg, including MABI, Thrifty and Ace. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

MABI

10,0
Wonderful
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Thrifty

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Ace

1 location

Avis

3 locations

Sixt

8,0
Very Good
5 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

8,0

Hertz

7,6
Good
3 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,3

Overall

7,6

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

7,2

Budget

2 locations

Europcar

7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

7,0

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

7,0

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Gothenburg, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 9 July 2025.
  • What are the requirements to rent a car in Gothenburg?

    There are several requirements that you should follow when it comes to car rentals in Gothenburg. The minimum age for a car rental in Gothenburg is 19, and you need to drive with a license held for more than a year. If your license uses a non-Roman alphabet (like Cyrillic), you also need to provide an International Driving Permit that you have acquired from your home country prior to your arrival. You also need to have an additional form of identification with you such as a passport or a credit/debit card. You are allowed to take your rental car into other countries with approval and written permission beforehand.

  • What are the rules for driving in Gothenburg?

    Just like the majority of Europe, traffic in Sweden is on the right side of the road – keep this in mind when you look for car rentals in Gothenburg. Seatbelts are compulsory for all passengers in all types of vehicles and your headlights must be always switched on, even in the daytime. The limit of blood alcohol level is 0.02% and fines are hefty, with even a chance to have your license revoked if you drive under the influence. The speed limits are 100km/h (62 mph) on highways, 70km/h (43 mph) on smaller roads and 50km/h (31 mph) in residential areas. It is best to check with Gothenburg motor vehicle authorities for recent law changes.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Gothenburg?

    Since there is a lot to see and do in the area, cheap car rental in Gothenburg is visitors’ preferred method of transportation. As most tourists decide to stay within the city and its limits, electric car rental and economy car rental are some of the most popular choices. Passenger van rental is also common among bigger groups.

  • What are the best places to park in Gothenburg?

    There are many types of parking spaces available for car rentals in Gothenburg. The nearer you park to the city centre, the more expensive and harder it is to find a spot. There are underground parking lots available for those who are looking to get into the city, leave their car rental and explore the sights.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Gothenburg for a week from Europcar?

    Europcar offers hire cars in Gothenburg for about R4 273 per week on average.

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

    Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Gothenburg however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

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

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Gothenburg is R0. Hiring a Economy is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Gothenburg. For the month of August, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Gothenburg for as low as R0/day.

Car hires by fuel type in Gothenburg

Browse car hires by fuel type in Gothenburg. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Gothenburg. Deals were last updated on 9 July 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Gothenburg. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R73+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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