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Minnesota car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Minnesota. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 January 2025.

Most common car type

Full-size

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Minnesota?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Minnesota 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 January 2025.

January

R801

February

R913

March

R1 044

April

R1 100

May

R1 155

June

R1 379

July

R1 510

August

R1 323

September

R1 081

October

R1 100

November

R1 006

December

R1 044

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Minnesota is January. 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 Minnesota

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Minnesota 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 January 2025.

Small cars

R679 - R2 985

All Car Types

R757 - R2 985

To hire a small car in Minnesota, you would pay an average price of R715/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Minnesota (~R679/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R2 985/day). In fact, January is about 6% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Minnesota. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Minnesota, renting a small car saves you 46% 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 hire a medium car in Minnesota, you would pay an average price of R943/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Minnesota (~R804/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~R3 316/day). In fact, August is about 15% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Minnesota. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Minnesota, renting a medium car saves you 29% 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 hire a SUV in Minnesota, you would pay an average price of R804/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Minnesota (~R895/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~R3 165/day). In fact, June is about 11% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Minnesota. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Minnesota, renting a SUV saves you 39% 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 Minnesota

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Minnesota known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Minnesota. Reviews were last updated on 21 January 2025.

Ace

9,0
Wonderful
65 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9,2

Comfort

9,0

Overall

9,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,9

Value

8,9

Alamo

8,6
Very Good
46 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

8,8

Overall

8,6

Pick-up/drop-off

8,4

Value

8,4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,3
Very Good
31 reviews16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

8,6

Overall

8,3

Pick-up/drop-off

8,4

Value

8,0

Avis

7,5
Good
32 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

7,9

Overall

7,5

Pick-up/drop-off

7,5

Value

7,6

Sixt

7,3
Good
50 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,1

Pick-up/drop-off

7,1

Value

6,6

Budget

7,0
Good
97 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

7,0

Thrifty

6,2
Okay
75 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,5

Comfort

7,2

Overall

6,2

Pick-up/drop-off

6,4

Value

6,5

Hertz

6,0
Okay
86 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,9

Comfort

6,5

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,2

Value

5,7

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Minnesota, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 January 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Minnesota?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Resla (10,0 rating), Silvercar (9,2 rating) and Alamo (8,4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Minnesota.

  • What are petrol prices like in Minnesota?

    The average price of petrol in Minnesota is R16,79/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R755 and R1 091 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Minnesota for a week from National?

    From National you can hire a car in Minnesota from about R26 383 per week on average.

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

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 18% to make it a great deal in Minnesota. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

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

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

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