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India car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in India. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 July 2026.

Most popular company

Avis

Most common car type

Luxury

Average price per day

R964

Cheapest price per day

R721
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Cheapflights insights for India car hires

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

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

To get the best deal on car hire in India, book about 39 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R870, which is about 1 323% cheaper than the typical rate.

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

At India, the best time to hire a car is in August, with an average daily rate of just R843. Conversely, January is the priciest month, averaging R1 103 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 India, the best time to hire a car is in August, with an average daily rate of just R843. Conversely, January is the priciest month, averaging R1 103 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

R1 103

February

R1 093

March

R1 052

April

R1 052

May

R1 044

June

R993

July

R874

August

R843

September

R1 052

October

R1 007

November

R927

December

R950

What car do most people hire in India?

Passenger van cars (Class Full-size Van or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting India. Luxury cars (Class Luxury Car or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Standard cars (Class Standard Car or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in India?

Gozo Cabs has 18 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in India at 15.

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across India, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 97 pickup locations in India to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 July 2026.
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Top rental agencies in India

Explore the leading car hire agencies in India known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in India. Reviews were last updated on 16 July 2026.

Hertz

8 locations
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Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Avis

2,0
Poor
2 reviews•15 locations
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Cleanliness

2,0

Comfort

2,0

Overall

2,0

Pick-up/drop-off

2,0

Value

2,0

Gozo Cabs

18 locations
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IndeCab

7 locations
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MyChoize Car Rental

16 locations
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1First Car Rental

9 locations
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Antaeus

1 location
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Car Club

23 locations
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Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in India, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 July 2026.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in India?

    At R874/day, the cheapest car hire price in India was found in Mumbai. On average, Mumbai has the cheapest daily rental car price (R1 135/day), which is 36% below average price for cities in India.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in India?

    Cars in India are to be driven on the left side of the road.

Car hires by fuel type in India

Browse car hires by fuel type in India. Deals were last updated on 16 July 2026.
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Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in India. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

R132+

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