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Cheap Car Hire in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from £13

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 Rio de Janeiro with a pick-up date of 19/1 and drop-off date of 16/3. 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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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 22 December 2024.

Most popular company

FOCO

Price of gas per litre

£0.83

Average price per day

£23

Cheapest price per day

£13

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Rio de Janeiro?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil 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 22 December 2024.

January

£22

February

£23

March

£19

April

£18

May

£19

June

£18

July

£21

August

£19

September

£20

October

£21

November

£22

December

£26

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Rio de Janeiro is April. 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 Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 22 December 2024.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Rio de Janeiro this past week from 162 hire locations out of 19 hire agencies. Prices for a Rio de Janeiro small car hire start from £13/day. Check out available deals for 3 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Mini

Mini

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare available car types for hire in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 22 December 2024.

Small cars

£16 - £29

All Car Types

£25 - £46

To hire a small car in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, you would pay an average price of £22/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (~£16/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~£29/day). In fact, June is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Rio de Janeiro. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Rio de Janeiro, hiring a small car saves you 34% 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 Rio de Janeiro small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, you would pay an average price of £32/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (~£25/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~£45/day). In fact, April is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Rio de Janeiro. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Rio de Janeiro, hiring a medium car saves you 4% 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 Rio de Janeiro medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, you would pay an average price of £85/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (~£49/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~£151/day). In fact, September is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Rio de Janeiro. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Rio de Janeiro, hiring a large car is 62% 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 hire a SUV in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, you would pay an average price of £35/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (~£25/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~£47/day). In fact, April is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Rio de Janeiro. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Rio de Janeiro, hiring a SUV is 6% 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 Rio de Janeiro SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, you would pay an average price of £45/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a van in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (~£26/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~£70/day). In fact, January is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Rio de Janeiro. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Rio de Janeiro, hiring a van is 27% 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 hire a luxury car in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, you would pay an average price of £102/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (~£71/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~£206/day). In fact, January is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Rio de Janeiro. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Rio de Janeiro, hiring a luxury car is 68% 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.

Hyundai i10£13/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10
Kia Picanto£13/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Opel Corsa£15/day
2
M
A/C
Opel Corsa

Top hire agencies in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Reviews were last updated on 22 December 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Rio de Janeiro, including Alamo, Localiza and Hertz. Skim reviews, hire company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Alamo

8.4
Very Good
1 review15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.4

Localiza

8.0
Very Good
1 review27 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

9.5

Hertz

7.5
Good
3 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.5

MOVIDA

6.8
Okay
2 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

6.4

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

FOCO

5.6
Fair
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

6.0

Unidas

18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.0

Comfort

5.0

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

5.0

National

16 locations

Best Rio de Janeiro, Brazil car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil with an average daily rate of £17. Data was last updated on 22 December 2024.
Check out some of the very best car hire deals we've found in Rio de Janeiro. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Hyundai i10£13/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10
Kia Picanto£13/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Opel Corsa£15/day
2
M
A/C
Opel Corsa

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 22 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Rio de Janeiro?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £23/day when booking a car hire in Rio de Janeiro. The absolute best deal a user found was for £13/day from MOVIDA , booked on Dec. 22.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Rio de Janeiro?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Rio de Janeiro from the following companies over the past two weeks: National (£13/day), FOCO (£16/day), and Avis (£16/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Rio de Janeiro?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.4 rating), Localiza (8.0 rating) and Hertz (7.4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Rio de Janeiro.

  • What are petrol prices like in Rio de Janeiro?

    The average price of petrol in Rio de Janeiro is £0.83/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £37 and £54 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Rio de Janeiro for a week from FOCO ?

    FOCO is one of the top picks in Rio de Janeiro. They can have you in a hire car for about £112 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Rio de Janeiro for the best price?

    Generally, for a better deal in Rio de Janeiro it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 50%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Rio de Janeiro?

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Rio de Janeiro.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Rio de Janeiro for a month?

    The monthly cost of a car hire in Rio de Janeiro is £480 (£16/day) on average.

  • How much is a car hire in Rio de Janeiro for a weekend?

    £19 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Rio de Janeiro, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Rio de Janeiro, then opt for a Economy hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of January, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as £25/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Rio de Janeiro?

    Volkswagen T-Cross, which is a Compact vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Rio de Janeiro according to Cheapflights users.

Car hires by fuel type in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Browse car hires by fuel type in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Deals were last updated on 22 December 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (£29+).

Electric

Electric

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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