What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Vancouver?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Vancouver 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 21 February 2025.
January
RM 128
February
RM 137
March
RM 141
April
RM 150
May
RM 199
June
RM 261
July
RM 332
August
RM 314
September
RM 208
October
RM 155
November
RM 124
December
RM 172
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Vancouver is November. 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 Vancouver
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Vancouver to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 February 2025.
Small cars | RM 146 - RM 752 | |
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All Car Types | RM 145 - RM 703 |
To rent a small car in Vancouver, Canada, you would pay an average price of RM 240/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Vancouver, Canada (~RM 146/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~RM 752/day). In fact, March is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Vancouver. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Vancouver, renting a small car saves you 16% 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 rent a medium car in Vancouver, Canada, you would pay an average price of RM 233/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Vancouver, Canada (~RM 145/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~RM 433/day). In fact, November is about 39% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Vancouver. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Vancouver, 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.
To rent a large car in Vancouver, Canada, you would pay an average price of RM 205/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Vancouver, Canada (~RM 139/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~RM 642/day). In fact, September is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Vancouver. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Vancouver, renting a large car saves you 28% 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 rent a SUV in Vancouver, Canada, you would pay an average price of RM 187/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Vancouver, Canada (~RM 145/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~RM 424/day). In fact, November is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Vancouver. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Vancouver, renting a SUV saves you 35% 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 Vancouver
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Vancouver known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Vancouver. Reviews were last updated on 21 February 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Vancouver, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz and Economy Rent a Car. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Vancouver, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 February 2025.
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Vancouver?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, U-Save (10.0 rating), Budget (10.0 rating) and Yoyo Auto (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Vancouver.
What are petrol prices like in Vancouver?
The average price of petrol in Vancouver is RM 5.98/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between RM 269 and RM 389 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Vancouver for a week from Avis?
Avis offers hire cars in Vancouver for about RM 2,799 per week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Vancouver for the best price?
Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 40% in Vancouver - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.
Can I rent a car for a month in Vancouver?
Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Vancouver however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.
What car do most people hire in Vancouver?
The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Vancouver is Full-size (Nissan Pathfinder) based on our Cheapflights data.