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Cheap Car Hire in South America from R257

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 South America with a pick-up date of 10/2 and drop-off date of 10/3. 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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South America car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in South America. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 31 December 2025.

Most popular company

Rentacar

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

R2 393

Cheapest price per day

R257
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Popular car types in South America

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in South America and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 31 December 2025.
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Economy

Economy

R257+

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Compact

Compact

R289+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

R348+

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Standard

Standard

R387+

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Full-size

Full-size

R1 746+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 444+

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Passenger van

Passenger van

R797+

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Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

R645+

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Compare car hire deals in South America by type

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

Here are the best South America medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

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

Kia PicantoR257/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Found 12/30/25
Renault SanderoR289/day
4
M
A/C
Renault Sandero
Found 12/30/25
Volkswagen PoloR312/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Found 12/30/25

Best car hire deals found in South America

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in South America. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. Data was last updated on 31 December 2025.
Kia PicantoR257/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Found 12/30/25
Renault SanderoR289/day
4
M
A/C
Renault Sandero
Found 12/30/25
Volkswagen PoloR312/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Found 12/30/25

Cheapflights insights for South America car hires

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in South America?

For the best savings on car hire in South America, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just R629/day – about 1 505% less than the yearly average.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in South America?

Looking to hire a car in South America? FOCO had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only R251,76/day. MOVIDA also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at R406,41/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in South America?

Planning to hire a car in South America? September is the cheapest month, costing about R580 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R764. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R697

February

R672

March

R668

April

R683

May

R605

June

R620

July

R654

August

R599

September

R580

October

R633

November

R646

December

R764

What car do most people hire in South America?

The most popular types of cars to hire in South America are the following: Economy cars (Volkswagen Gol or similar), Intermediate cars (Hyundai Creta or similar), and SUV cars (Hyundai Creta or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in South America?

Localiza has 918 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in South America at 638.

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Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in South America, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 31 December 2025.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in South America for a week from Rentacar?

    Rentacar offers hire cars in South America for about R15 630 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in South America?

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in South America check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

Car hires by fuel type in South America

Browse car hires by fuel type in South America. Deals were last updated on 31 December 2025.
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Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in South America. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

R71+

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