Toronto

Cheap Car Hire in Toronto

Toronto, ON, Canada
Apr 26 — May 3
Driver's age: 26-65
Toronto, ON, Canada
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Toronto?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Toronto and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 19 April 2024.

January

R438

February

R438

March

R419

April

R533

May

R743

June

R1 067

July

R1 220

August

R1 220

September

R800

October

R705

November

R533

December

R724

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Toronto is March. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in Toronto

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Toronto to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 April 2024.

Small cars

R467 - R3 298

All Car Types

R552 - R1 913

To hire a small car in Toronto, Canada, you would pay an average price of R982/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Toronto, Canada (~R467/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R3 298/day). In fact, November is about 53% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Toronto. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Toronto, renting a small car saves you 14% 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.

To hire a medium car in Toronto, Canada, you would pay an average price of R1 050/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Toronto, Canada (~R613/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R2 218/day). In fact, July is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Toronto. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Toronto, renting a medium car saves you 8% 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.

To hire a SUV in Toronto, Canada, you would pay an average price of R1 033/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Toronto, Canada (~R419/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R2 228/day). In fact, March is about 60% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Toronto. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Toronto, renting a SUV saves you 10% 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.

Top rental agencies in Toronto

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Toronto known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Toronto. Reviews were last updated on 19 April 2024.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Toronto, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz and Dollar in Toronto. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,3
Very Good
299 reviews39 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,3

Comfort

8,4

Overall

8,3

Pick-up/drop-off

8,2

Value

7,9

Hertz

7,4
Good
124 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,9

Comfort

7,9

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

7,1

Dollar

6,9
Okay
115 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,5

Comfort

7,5

Overall

6,8

Pick-up/drop-off

6,9

Value

7,1

City Car & Truck Rental

8,2
Very Good
51 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,2

Pick-up/drop-off

8,1

Value

8,2

Avis

7,2
Good
44 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

7,3

Budget

7,2
Good
69 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,1

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

7,0

Thrifty

7,1
Good
54 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,1

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

7,3

Europcar

7,3
Good
9 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,3

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

7,3

Value

7,3

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Toronto, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 April 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Toronto?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8,3 rating), City Car & Truck Rental (8,2 rating) and National (7,4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Toronto.

  • What are petrol prices like in Toronto?

    The average price of petrol in Toronto is R26,70/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 201 and R1 735 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Toronto for a week from Ace?

    Ace is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Toronto. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about R2 939 per week.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 47% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Toronto.

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

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

  • What car do most people hire in Toronto?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Standard (Toyota RAV4) in Toronto, making it the most popular option.

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Car hires by fuel type in Toronto

Browse car hires by fuel type in Toronto. Deals were last updated on 19 April 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Toronto. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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