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Cheap Car Hire in South America from R374

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 5/5 and drop-off date of 11/5. 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 30 April 2025.

Most common car type

Economy

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 30 April 2025.
Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

R1 843+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Commercial

Commercial

Compare available car types for rental in South America

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in South America to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 April 2025.

Small cars

R328 - R1 705

All Car Types

R328 - R3 680

To hire a small car in South America, you would pay an average price of R497/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in South America (~R328/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R1 705/day). In fact, October is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for South America. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South America, renting a small car saves you 55% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best South America small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in South America, you would pay an average price of R888/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in South America (~R483/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R3 680/day). In fact, July is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for South America. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South America, renting a medium car saves you 18% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best South America medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Suzuki CiazR374/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Suzuki CiazR556/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz

Best South America car hire deals found

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 30 April 2025.
Suzuki CiazR374/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Toyota Corolla QuestR415/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Toyota Corolla QuestR556/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

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 30 April 2025.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in South America?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in South America from the following companies over the past two weeks: FOCO (R362/day), Localiza (R510/day), and MOVIDA (R556/day).

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

    FOCO offers hire cars in South America for about R3 274 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in South America for the best price?

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 45% on a hire car in South America. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

  • 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.

Small car hires in South America

Find small car hire deals in South America from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in South America cost an average of R576 per day. Price data was last updated on 30 April 2025.
Suzuki SwiftR573/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Chevrolet SparkR580/day
2
M
A/C
Chevrolet Spark

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