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Cheap Car Hire in Victoria from R528

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 Victoria with a pick-up date of 15/5 and drop-off date of 22/5. 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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Victoria car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Victoria. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 14 April 2025.

Most common car type

Full-size

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Victoria 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 14 April 2025.

January

R762

February

R667

March

R819

April

R819

May

R667

June

R762

July

R819

August

R743

September

R743

October

R762

November

R762

December

R1 086

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Victoria is February. 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 Victoria

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Victoria and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 14 April 2025.

There are currently 3 289 hire locations operating in Victoria spread across 100 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Victoria is SUV at R544 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 156+

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compare available car types for rental in Victoria

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Victoria to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 14 April 2025.

Small cars

R351 - R1 461

All Car Types

R396 - R1 432

To hire a small car in Victoria, you would pay an average price of R569/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Victoria (~R351/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R1 461/day). In fact, May is about 39% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Victoria. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Victoria, renting a small 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. Here are the best Victoria small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Victoria, you would pay an average price of R704/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Victoria (~R365/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R1 130/day). In fact, January is about 49% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Victoria. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Victoria, renting a medium car saves you 13% 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 Victoria medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Victoria, you would pay an average price of R1 031/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Victoria (~R777/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R4 155/day). In fact, December is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Victoria. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Victoria, renting a large car is 23% 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 Victoria, you would pay an average price of R687/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Victoria (~R365/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R1 492/day). In fact, January is about 47% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Victoria. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Victoria, renting a SUV saves you 15% 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 Victoria SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Volkswagen Polo VivoR582/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Suzuki SwiftR685/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Toyota Corolla QuestR696/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

Top rental agencies in Victoria

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Victoria known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Victoria. Reviews were last updated on 14 April 2025.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Victoria region, including those located within the Melbourne, Tullamarine and Mornington area. Make sure to read through user feedback, confirm pickup locations, and check the fine print before choosing.

Firefly

15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Dollar

10,0
Wonderful
1 review12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,3

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

9,3

Value

8,0

Budget

9,7
Wonderful
6 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,5

Comfort

9,5

Overall

9,7

Pick-up/drop-off

9,5

Value

9,1

Hertz

9,4
Wonderful
8 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,6

Comfort

9,2

Overall

9,4

Pick-up/drop-off

9,2

Value

8,9

Sixt

7,9
Good
14 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,9

Comfort

8,2

Overall

7,9

Pick-up/drop-off

7,8

Value

7,8

Thrifty

7,0
Good
9 reviews27 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,6

Value

7,0

Europcar

6,9
Okay
17 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

6,9

Pick-up/drop-off

7,2

Value

7,2

Avis

6,2
Okay
5 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Overall

6,2

Pick-up/drop-off

6,8

Value

7,1

Best Victoria car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Victoria. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Victoria with an average daily rate of R768. Data was last updated on 14 April 2025.
Take a peek at some options we've found for car hires in Victoria, including locations near Melbourne, Tullamarine and Mornington. To make sure you find the deal you're looking for, verify the details of the hire, such as car type, price, and pickup address.
Ford EcoSportR544/day
4
M
A/C
Ford EcoSport
Toyota Corolla QuestR569/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Hyundai i20R582/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i20

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Victoria, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 April 2025.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Victoria?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Victoria from the following companies over the past two weeks: Alpha (R544/day), Europcar (R582/day), and Alamo (R685/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Victoria?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, MINI Car Rentals (10,0 rating), YesDrive Car Rental (10,0 rating) and Fox (10,0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Victoria.

  • What are petrol prices like in Victoria?

    The average price of petrol in Victoria is R20,22/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R910 and R1 314 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Victoria for a week from East Coast Car Rentals?

    From East Coast Car Rentals you can hire a car in Victoria from about R4 779 per week on average.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 23% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Victoria.

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

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

Small car hires in Victoria

Find small car hire deals in Victoria from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Victoria cost an average of R661 per day. Price data was last updated on 14 April 2025.
Kia PicantoR528/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Suzuki SwiftR544/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Chevrolet SparkR582/day
2
M
A/C
Chevrolet Spark

Van hires in Victoria

Find people carrier hire deals in Victoria from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Victoria cost an average of R1 263 per day. Price data was last updated on 14 April 2025.
Check out some of the deals we've found for van hires in the Victoria region, including pickup options close to Melbourne, Tullamarine and Mornington. If you're not finding the right deal for your van hire, check back soon as deals are constantly being refreshed.
Suzuki ErtigaR1 239/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga
Toyota AvanzaR1 275/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza
Toyota AvanzaR1 275/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza

Car hires by fuel type in Victoria

Browse car hires by fuel type in Victoria. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Victoria. Deals were last updated on 14 April 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Victoria. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R33+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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