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Cheap Car Hire in Europe from R102

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 Europe with a pick-up date of 31/3 and drop-off date of 7/4. 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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Europe car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Europe. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 March 2025.

Most popular company

DRIVALIA

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

R622

Cheapest price per day

R102

What are the car hire prices for popular cities in Europe?

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Europe, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 March 2025.

Price

R89 - R574

Out of all the popular cities in Europe, Lisbon is the cheapest city to hire a car in at just R89/day. Hiring a car in Lisbon is 84% cheaper than hiring one in Edinburgh where the per day rate is around R574. Other fairly inexpensive cities in Europe to get a car hire in are: Porto (R175/day), Milan (R241/day), and Istanbul (R341/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travellers looking to hire a car in London should expect to spend around R376/day on their transportation. The most popular city to hire a car in Europe is London.

Popular car types in Europe

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Europe and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 25 March 2025.
Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

SUV

SUV

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 074+

Mini

Mini

Premium

Premium

Compare available car types for rental in Europe

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Europe to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 March 2025.

Small cars

R497 - R1 119

All Car Types

R754 - R1 328

To hire a small car in Europe, you would pay an average price of R721/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Europe (~R497/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R1 119/day). In fact, February is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Europe, renting a small car saves you 30% 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 Europe small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Europe, you would pay an average price of R930/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Europe (~R595/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R1 338/day). In fact, January is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Europe, renting a medium car saves you 9% 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 Europe medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Europe, you would pay an average price of R1 966/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Europe (~R1 585/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R2 790/day). In fact, April is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Europe, renting a large car is 48% 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 Europe, you would pay an average price of R1 062/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Europe (~R663/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R1 464/day). In fact, March is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Europe, renting a SUV is 4% 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 Europe SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Europe, you would pay an average price of R2 401/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a van in Europe (~R1 759/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~R4 255/day). In fact, March is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Europe, renting a van is 58% 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 Europe, you would pay an average price of R1 905/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Europe (~R1 025/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~R4 255/day). In fact, February is about 47% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Europe, renting a luxury car is 47% 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.

Volkswagen Polo VivoR102/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Hyundai i20R129/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i20

Best Europe car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Europe. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. Data was last updated on 25 March 2025.
Volkswagen Polo VivoR102/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Suzuki CiazR103/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Volkswagen Polo VivoR112/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Europe, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 25 March 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Europe?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R612/day when booking a car hire in Europe. The absolute best deal a user found was for R339/day from SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , booked on Mar. 23.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Europe?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Europe from the following companies over the past two weeks: keddy by Europcar (R286/day), U-Save (R295/day), and Budget (R741/day).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Europe for a week from SURPRICE CAR RENTAL ?

    SURPRICE CAR RENTAL offers hire cars in Europe for about R2 788 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Europe 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 Europe - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

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

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

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

    The average cost of a car hire in Europe for a month is R11 949. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

Small car hires in Europe

Find small car hire deals in Europe from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Europe cost an average of R301 per day. Price data was last updated on 25 March 2025.
Renault KwidR277/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Kwid
Kia PicantoR325/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto

Car hires by fuel type in Europe

Browse car hires by fuel type in Europe. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Europe. Deals were last updated on 25 March 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Europe. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R14+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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