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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 December 2024.

Most popular company

MOVIDA

Price of petrol per litre

$1.64

Average price per day

$177

Cheapest price per day

$48

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Rio de Janeiro?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil 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 17 December 2024.

January

$43

February

$45

March

$37

April

$36

May

$37

June

$36

July

$42

August

$39

September

$40

October

$42

November

$43

December

$53

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Rio de Janeiro is April. 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.

Compare available car types for hire in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 December 2024.

Small cars

$30 - $64

All Car Types

$38 - $72

To hire a small car in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, you would pay an average price of $42/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (~$30/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$64/day). In fact, September is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Rio de Janeiro. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Rio de Janeiro, hiring 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.

To hire a medium car in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, you would pay an average price of $47/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (~$42/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$70/day). In fact, December is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Rio de Janeiro. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Rio de Janeiro, hiring a medium car saves you 12% 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 Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, you would pay an average price of $52/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (~$46/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$94/day). In fact, September is about 14% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Rio de Janeiro. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Rio de Janeiro, hiring a SUV saves you 2% 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 van in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, you would pay an average price of $78/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a van in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (~$52/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$259/day). In fact, July is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Rio de Janeiro. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Rio de Janeiro, hiring a van is 32% 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.

Top hire agencies in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Reviews were last updated on 17 December 2024.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Rio de Janeiro, including Alamo, Localiza and Hertz. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Alamo

8.4
Very Good
1 review15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.4

Localiza

8.0
Very Good
1 review27 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

9.5

Hertz

7.8
Good
3 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.7

MOVIDA

6.8
Okay
2 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

6.4

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

FOCO

5.6
Fair
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.2

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.6

Unidas

18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.0

Comfort

5.0

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

5.0

National

16 locations

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Rio de Janeiro?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $177/day when booking a car hire in Rio de Janeiro. The absolute best deal a user found was for $48/day from MOVIDA , booked on Dec. 16.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Rio de Janeiro?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.4 rating), Localiza (8.0 rating) and Hertz (7.8 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Rio de Janeiro.

  • What are petrol prices like in Rio de Janeiro?

    The average price of petrol in Rio de Janeiro is $1.64/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $74 and $106 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Rio de Janeiro for a week from MOVIDA ?

    MOVIDA offers hire cars in Rio de Janeiro for about $1,238 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Rio de Janeiro 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 50% to make it a great deal in Rio de Janeiro. 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 Rio de Janeiro?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Rio de Janeiro for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Rio de Janeiro for a month?

    Our recent data shows that MOVIDA can potentially be 74% below the average car hire price in Rio de Janeiro. Check prices and availability for MOVIDA and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Rio de Janeiro is on average $5,306 a month or $177 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Rio de Janeiro car hire.

  • What car do most people hire in Rio de Janeiro?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Rio de Janeiro is Economy (Hyundai HB20) based on our Cheapflights data.

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