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Cheap Car Hire in Victoria from R407

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Victoria with a pick-up date of 6/6 and drop-off date of 8/6. 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.
Melbourne, VIC, Australia
May 14 — May 21
Driver's age: 26-65
Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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Victoria car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Victoria. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 7 May 2024.

Most popular company

Apex

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

R790

Cheapest price per day

R407

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Victoria?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Victoria 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 7 May 2024.

January

R701

February

R812

March

R960

April

R812

May

R720

June

R775

July

R830

August

R775

September

R757

October

R793

November

R793

December

R1 052

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Victoria is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. 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.

Popular car types in Victoria

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Victoria and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 7 May 2024.

There are currently 3 160 hire locations operating in Victoria spread across 85 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Victoria is small car at R407 a day. Below are all the 3 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

People carrier

People carrier

R1 572+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

R1 659+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compare available car types for rental in Victoria

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Victoria to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 7 May 2024.

Small cars

R356 - R1 130

All Car Types

R563 - R1 149

To hire a small car in Victoria, you would pay an average price of R616/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Victoria (~R356/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R1 130/day). In fact, June is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Victoria. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Victoria, renting a small car saves you 25% 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 Victoria small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Victoria, you would pay an average price of R671/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Victoria (~R433/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~R1 068/day). In fact, August is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Victoria. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Victoria, renting a medium car saves you 19% 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 large car in Victoria, you would pay an average price of R710/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Victoria (~R751/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R1 769/day). In fact, June is about 5% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Victoria. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Victoria, renting a large 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 SUV in Victoria, you would pay an average price of R816/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Victoria (~R675/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R1 552/day). In fact, January is about 18% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Victoria. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Victoria, renting a SUV saves you 1% 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 Victoria SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Volkswagen Polo VivoR407/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Toyota Corolla QuestR470/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Renault KwidR848/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Kwid

Top rental agencies in Victoria

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Victoria known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Victoria. Reviews were last updated on 7 May 2024.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Victoria region, including those located within the Melbourne, Mornington and St Kilda East area. Make sure to read through user feedback, confirm pickup locations, and check the fine print before choosing.

Dollar

5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

6,0

Ace Rental Cars

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,6

Comfort

9,6

Overall

9,6

Pick-up/drop-off

9,3

Value

9,0

Hertz

8,4
Very Good
14 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,5

Comfort

9,1

Overall

8,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,2

Value

8,0

Budget

8,3
Very Good
6 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,3

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,3

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

8,3

Thrifty

7,2
Good
10 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,7

Comfort

8,5

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

8,2

Value

7,7

East Coast Car Rentals

7,0
Good
4 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,5

Comfort

6,5

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

7,0

Firefly

6,6
Okay
1 review7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

7,0

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

6,0

Avis

6,6
Okay
6 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,8

Comfort

6,8

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

6,8

Best Victoria car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Victoria. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Victoria with an average daily rate of R930. Data was last updated on 7 May 2024.
Take a peek at some options we've found for car hires in Victoria, including locations near Melbourne, Mornington and St Kilda East. To make sure you find the deal you're looking for, verify the details of the hire, such as car type, price, and pickup address.
Volkswagen Polo VivoR407/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Toyota Corolla QuestR470/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Renault KwidR848/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Kwid

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Victoria, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 7 May 2024.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Victoria?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Victoria from the following companies over the past two weeks: Bargain Car Rentals (R407/day), Ace Rental Cars (R684/day), and Europcar (R848/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Victoria?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, MINI Car Rentals (10,0 rating), CarWiz (10,0 rating) and Fox (10,0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Victoria.

  • What are petrol prices like in Victoria?

    The average price of petrol in Victoria is R21,61/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R972 and R1 404 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Victoria for a week from Apex?

    From Apex you can hire a car in Victoria from about R5 533 per week on average.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 27% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Victoria.

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

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Victoria for a month is certainly possible.

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Small car hires in Victoria

Find small car hire deals in Victoria from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Victoria cost an average of R984 per day. Price data was last updated on 7 May 2024.
Chevrolet SparkR470/day
2
M
A/C
Chevrolet Spark
Chevrolet SparkR660/day
2
M
A/C
Chevrolet Spark
Renault KwidR848/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Kwid

Car hires by fuel type in Victoria

Browse car hires by fuel type in Victoria. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Victoria. Deals were last updated on 7 May 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Victoria. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R50+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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