Polokwane

Cheap Car Hire in Polokwane from R610

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 Polokwane with a pick-up date of 19/12 and drop-off date of 10/1. 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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Polokwane car hires in 2025

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

Most popular company

TEMPEST

Price of petrol per litre

R20,76

Average price per day

R532

Cheapest price per day

R610

Popular car types in Polokwane

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

SUV is the cheapest car type you can hire in Polokwane this past week from 31 hire locations out of 18 hire agencies. Prices for a Polokwane SUV hire start from R610/day. Check out available deals for 5 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Compact

Compact

Full-size

Full-size

R1 043+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

R1 539+

Luxury

Luxury

R1 406+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

R1 308+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare car hire deals in Polokwane by type

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

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

Here are the best Polokwane SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai VenueR846/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Venue
Toyota Urban CruiserR851/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Urban Cruiser

Best car hire deals found in Polokwane

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Polokwane. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Polokwane with an average daily rate of R2 174. Data was last updated on 14 December 2025.
Toyota CorollaR610/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Nissan QashqaiR774/day
5
M
A/C
Nissan Qashqai
Hyundai VenueR846/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Venue

Cheapflights insights for Polokwane car hires

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

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

Book your car hire in Polokwane 60 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R236/day on average when booked 60 days ahead, which saves you 716% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Polokwane?

In Polokwane, the most affordable car hire company right now is Tempest Car Hire, offering prices from just R203,79/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Bluu, with rates starting at R251,20/day.

What is the best car rental company in Polokwane?

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

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

Planning to hire a car in Polokwane? January is the cheapest month, costing about R388 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R607. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R388

February

R422

March

R472

April

R422

May

R523

June

R422

July

R590

August

R506

September

R506

October

R472

November

R523

December

R607

What car do most people hire in Polokwane?

Mini cars (Class Mini Car, for example) are the most popular in Polokwane. Economy (Volkswagen Polo) and Premium (Mercedes-Benz C-Class) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Polokwane.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Polokwane?

Firefly has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. 1First Car Rental has the second-highest number of locations in Polokwane at 2.

Top rental agencies in Polokwane

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Polokwane known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Polokwane. Reviews were last updated on 14 December 2025.

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

Firefly

4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,3

Comfort

9,3

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

9,3

Bluu

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

keddy by Europcar

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

8,6

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

9,3

Value

8,6

1First Car Rental

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,6

Comfort

9,0

Overall

9,3

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

9,3

Alamo

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

9,0

Overall

8,8

Pick-up/drop-off

9,2

Value

9,2

Hertz

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,6

Comfort

8,2

Overall

7,6

Pick-up/drop-off

7,8

Value

8,0

Avis

2 locations

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Polokwane, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 December 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Polokwane?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R532/day when booking a car hire in Polokwane. The absolute best deal a user found was for R310/day from Tempest Car Hire, booked on Dec. 6.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Polokwane for a week from Tempest Car Hire?

    Tempest Car Hire is one of the top picks in Polokwane. They can have you in a hire car for about R3 278 per week on average.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Polokwane.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Polokwane for a month?

    Our recent data shows that Tempest Car Hire can potentially be 58% below the average car hire price in Polokwane. Check prices and availability for Tempest Car Hire and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Polokwane is on average R14 049 a month or R468 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Polokwane car hire.

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

    Car hire prices in Polokwane are typically R0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Compact SUV to save money on your trip to R0. Our users have found prices for Compact SUV car hire in January to be on average R0 per day.

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