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Cheap Car Rentals in Cape Town from RM 121

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 Cape Town with a pick-up date of 3/2 and drop-off date of 5/2. 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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Cape Town car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Cape Town. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 4 January 2025.

Most popular company

CARWIZ

Price of petrol per litre

RM 5.27

Average price per day

RM 333

Cheapest price per day

RM 121

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Cape Town?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Cape Town 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 4 January 2025.

January

RM 121

February

RM 143

March

RM 143

April

RM 148

May

RM 148

June

RM 143

July

RM 134

August

RM 130

September

RM 134

October

RM 148

November

RM 139

December

RM 157

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Cape Town 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 Cape Town

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Cape Town and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 4 January 2025.

At RM 138/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Cape Town in the past week. Out of 29 car hire agencies operating in Cape Town, there are, in total, 98 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

RM 138+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 192+

People carrier

People carrier

RM 335+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

RM 459+

Mini

Mini

RM 140+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

RM 494+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

RM 297+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

RM 344+

Compare available car types for rental in Cape Town

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Cape Town to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 4 January 2025.

Small cars

RM 101 - RM 251

All Car Types

RM 102 - RM 333

To rent a small car in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of RM 143/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Cape Town, South Africa (~RM 101/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~RM 251/day). In fact, April is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Cape Town. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Cape Town, renting a small car saves you 31% 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 Cape Town small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of RM 144/day. July is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Cape Town, South Africa (~RM 125/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~RM 295/day). In fact, July is about 14% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Cape Town. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Cape Town, renting a medium car saves you 31% 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 Cape Town medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of RM 266/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Cape Town, South Africa (~RM 167/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~RM 555/day). In fact, November is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Cape Town. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Cape Town, renting a large car is 22% more expensive. 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 rent a SUV in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of RM 223/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Cape Town, South Africa (~RM 99/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~RM 552/day). In fact, January is about 56% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Cape Town. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Cape Town, renting a SUV is 8% more expensive. 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 Cape Town SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Cape Town, South Africa, you would pay an average price of RM 170/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a van in Cape Town, South Africa (~RM 220/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~RM 440/day). In fact, August is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Cape Town. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Cape Town, renting a van 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 Cape Town van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Proton PersonaRM 138/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Persona
Perodua AxiaRM 140/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Axia
Proton PersonaRM 203/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Persona

Top rental agencies in Cape Town

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Cape Town known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Cape Town. Reviews were last updated on 4 January 2025.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Cape Town area such as keddy by Europcar, Firefly and 1First Car Rental. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

keddy by Europcar

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

10.0

Firefly

7 locations

1First Car Rental

10.0
Wonderful
1 review5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.3

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Tempest Car Hire

5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Bluu

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Avis

8.8
Very Good
7 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

9.3

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

9.3

Hertz

8.3
Very Good
6 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.8

Budget

7.8
Good
1 review4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.4

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.3

Best Cape Town car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Cape Town. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Cape Town with an average daily rate of RM 293. Data was last updated on 4 January 2025.
The best offers we've found on car rentals in the Cape Town area. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Proton PersonaRM 138/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Persona
Perodua AxiaRM 140/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Axia
Honda CivicRM 192/day
5
M
A/C
Honda Civic

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Cape Town, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 4 January 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Cape Town?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 333/day when booking a car hire in Cape Town. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 100/day from CarWiz, booked on Dec. 29.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Cape Town?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Cape Town from the following companies over the past two weeks: Bluu (RM 138/day), 1First Car Rental (RM 140/day), and Firefly (RM 192/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Thrifty (10.0 rating), 1First Car Rental (10.0 rating) and keddy by Europcar (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Cape Town.

  • What are petrol prices like in Cape Town?

    The average price of petrol in Cape Town is RM 5.27/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between RM 237 and RM 342 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Cape Town for a week from CarWiz?

    Hiring a car in Cape Town for a week can be a great option for travel. CarWiz, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around RM 2,328/week on average.

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

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 30%. Aim to book your car hire at least 19 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Cape Town.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Cape Town?

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Cape Town check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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

    The monthly cost of a car rental in Cape Town is RM 9,975 (RM 333/day) on average.

  • How much is a car hire in Cape Town for a weekend?

    It costs RM 0 for a weekend car hire in Cape Town, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Economy as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Cape Town in February, prices are RM 0 per day on average.

  • What car do most people hire in Cape Town?

    Class Compact Van, which is a Compact vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Cape Town according to Cheapflights users.

Small car rentals in Cape Town

Find small car rental deals in Cape Town from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Cape Town cost an average of RM 232 per day. Price data was last updated on 4 January 2025.
Perodua AxiaRM 121/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Axia
Perodua AxiaRM 129/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Axia
Perodua AxiaRM 140/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Axia

Luxury car rentals in Cape Town

Find luxury car rental deals in Cape Town from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Cape Town cost an average of RM 456 per day. Price data was last updated on 4 January 2025.
Browse through some of the best options we've found for luxury car rentals in Cape Town. Be sure that the car type, dates, pickup location and other key details suit your needs.
BMW 3 SeriesRM 410/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series
BMW 3 SeriesRM 502/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series

Van rentals in Cape Town

Find people carrier rental deals in Cape Town from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier rentals in Cape Town cost an average of RM 543 per day. Price data was last updated on 4 January 2025.
In terms of van rentals in Cape Town, these are some of the best options we've found at this time. Deals are updated frequently to provide users with as many suitable options as possible.
Toyota InnovaRM 310/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova
Toyota InnovaRM 312/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova
Toyota InnovaRM 335/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova

Car rentals by fuel type in Cape Town

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Cape Town. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Cape Town. Deals were last updated on 4 January 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Cape Town. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (RM 45+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 79+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 45+

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