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India car hires in 2025
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 12 December 2025.
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 R913, which is about 1 283% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in India?
At India, the best time to hire a car is in November, with an average daily rate of just R939. Conversely, May is the priciest month, averaging R1 446 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 November, with an average daily rate of just R939. Conversely, May is the priciest month, averaging R1 446 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 137
February
R1 166
March
R1 190
April
R1 217
May
R1 446
June
R1 270
July
R963
August
R963
September
R1 036
October
R963
November
R939
December
R1 079
What car do most people hire in India?
Compact cars (Suzuki Swift Dzire or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting India. Passenger van cars (Toyota Innova or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Standard cars (Toyota Innova or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in India?
Instant Cabs has 67 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in India at 49.
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 12 December 2025.
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in India, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 December 2025.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in India?
At R1 158/day, the cheapest car hire price in India was found in Mumbai. On average, Mumbai has the cheapest daily rental car price (R2 276/day), which is 0% 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.
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