India car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in India. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 abril 2025.
Most popular company | Europcar |
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Most common car type | Standard |
Average price per day | R3 493 |
Cheapest price per day | R2 225 |
What is the cheapest time to rent a car in India?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in India 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 15 abril 2025.
January
R1 191
February
R1 267
March
R1 267
April
R1 248
May
R983
June
R1 267
July
R1 267
August
R1 248
September
R1 097
October
R1 229
November
R1 248
December
R1 248
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in India is May. The most expensive time to rent a car is February. 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 India
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in India to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 abril 2025.
Small cars | R983 - R2 620 | |
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All Car Types | R1 707 - R2 984 |
To hire a small car in India, you would pay an average price of R862/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in India (~R983/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R2 620/day). In fact, January is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for India. When comparing with other car types available for hire in India, renting a small car saves you 23% 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 India
Explore the leading car hire agencies in India known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in India. Reviews were last updated on 15 abril 2025.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the India region, including those located within the Mumbai, New Delhi and Hyderabad area. Helpful information on each car hire agency is available, including reviews, pricing, pickup location, and more.
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keddy by Europcar
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in India, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 abril 2025.
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in India?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Hertz (6,0 rating), Avis (2,0 rating) and Europcar (2,0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in India.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in India?
At R2 213/day, the cheapest car hire price in India was found in Mumbai. On average, Mumbai has the cheapest daily rental car price (R3 493/day), which is 0% below average price for cities in India.
What side of the road do you drive on in India?
Cars in India are to be driven on the left side of the road.