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Minnesota car hires in 2024

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 19 December 2024.

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 19 December 2024.

January

R779

February

R887

March

R996

April

R1 069

May

R1 123

June

R1 340

July

R1 467

August

R1 304

September

R1 050

October

R1 069

November

R978

December

R978

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 19 December 2024.

Small cars

R660 - R2 900

All Car Types

R660 - R2 900

To hire a small car in Minnesota, you would pay an average price of R695/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Minnesota (~R660/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R2 900/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 37% 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 R647/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Minnesota (~R781/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~R1 659/day). In fact, August is about 20% 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 41% 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 R525/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Minnesota (~R869/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~R1 509/day). In fact, June is about 65% 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 53% 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 19 December 2024.

Budget

7,1
Good
122 reviews17 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,1

Pick-up/drop-off

7,1

Value

7,0

Ace

9,0
Wonderful
64 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
44 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

8,8

Overall

8,5

Pick-up/drop-off

8,4

Value

8,4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,1
Very Good
35 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,1

Comfort

8,4

Overall

8,2

Pick-up/drop-off

8,2

Value

8,0

Avis

8,0
Very Good
43 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,9

Value

7,9

Sixt

7,2
Good
51 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,1

Pick-up/drop-off

7,1

Value

6,6

Thrifty

6,3
Okay
76 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,5

Comfort

7,2

Overall

6,3

Pick-up/drop-off

6,5

Value

6,6

Hertz

6,2
Okay
87 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,0

Comfort

6,7

Overall

6,2

Pick-up/drop-off

6,4

Value

5,9

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Minnesota, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 December 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Minnesota?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8,4 rating), Silvercar (8,2 rating) and National (8,1 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 R16,31/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R734 and R1 060 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    From Avis you can hire a car in Minnesota from about R4 365 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 19% to make it a great deal in Minnesota. Try to book at least 63 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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