Cape Town

Cheap Car Rentals in Cape Town from RM 163

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 Cape Town with a pick-up date of 15/9 and drop-off date of 19/9. 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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Cape Town car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Cape Town. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 22 June 2026.

Most popular company

WOODFORD

Price of petrol per litre

RM 6.87

Average price per day

RM 131

Cheapest price per day

RM 163

Popular car types in Cape Town

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Cape Town and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 22 June 2026.

At RM 163/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Cape Town in the past week. Out of 33 car hire agencies operating in Cape Town, there are, in total, 114 hire locations. View below for 6 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

RM 163+

Compact

Compact

RM 189+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 203+

Full-size

Full-size

RM 451+

People carrier

People carrier

RM 289+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

RM 414+

Mini

Mini

RM 191+

Premium

Premium

RM 429+

Best car rental deals found in Cape Town

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Cape Town. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Cape Town with an average daily rate of RM 304. Data was last updated on 22 June 2026.
Toyota YarisRM 163/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Nissan AlmeraRM 189/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Almera
Perodua MyviRM 191/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Myvi

Cheapflights insights for Cape Town car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Cape Town, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Cape Town?

For the best savings on car hire in Cape Town, make your reservation 83 days before pickup. The average price then is just RM 95/day – about 251% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Cape Town?

Looking to hire a car in Cape Town? Woodford had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only RM 13.32/day. CarWiz also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at RM 26.18/day.

What is the best car rental company in Cape Town?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Cape Town is 1First Car Rental (rated 10.0/10 with 2 reviews). Budget (rated 8.9/10 with 3 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Cape Town?

Planning to hire a car in Cape Town? May is the cheapest month, costing about RM 99 per day. In contrast, February is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of RM 124. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

RM 108

February

RM 124

March

RM 124

April

RM 120

May

RM 99

June

RM 99

July

RM 112

August

RM 112

September

RM 108

October

RM 112

November

RM 112

December

RM 116

What car do most people hire in Cape Town?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Cape Town are the following: Economy cars (Suzuki Swift or similar), Mini cars (Toyota Yaris or similar), and Compact cars (Toyota Agya or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Cape Town?

Avis has 5 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. BOBO has the second-highest number of locations in Cape Town at 1.

Top rental agencies in Cape Town

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Cape Town known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Cape Town. Reviews were last updated on 22 June 2026.

1First Car Rental

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.5

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Budget

8.9
Very Good
3 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.2

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.5

Avis

8.3
Very Good
8 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.7

Woodford

8.1
Very Good
7 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.8

Europcar

5.7
Fair
3 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.5

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

5.7

Thrifty

6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2.9

Comfort

2.9

Overall

2.3

Pick-up/drop-off

1.9

Value

2.9

CABS Car Hire

2 locations

BOBO

1 location

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Cape Town, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 22 June 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Cape Town?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 131/day when booking a car hire in Cape Town. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 68/day from Woodford, booked on Jun. 20.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Cape Town for a week from Woodford?

    Hiring a car in Cape Town for a week can be a great option for travel. Woodford, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around RM 488/week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Cape Town?

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Cape Town check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Cape Town for a month?

    The monthly cost of a car rental in Cape Town is RM 2,093 (RM 70/day) on average.

  • How much is a car hire in Cape Town for a weekend?

    It costs RM 108 for a weekend car hire in Cape Town, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Economy as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Cape Town in July, prices are RM 0 per day on average.

Car rentals by fuel type in Cape Town

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Cape Town. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Cape Town. Deals were last updated on 22 June 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Cape Town. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (RM 46+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 96+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 46+

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