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South America car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in South America. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 26 October 2025.

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Cheapflights insights for South America car rentals

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in South America?

Book your car hire in South America 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around RM 177/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 274% off the average price.

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What is the cheapest month to rent a car in South America?

Planning to hire a car in South America? February is the cheapest month, costing about RM 169 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of RM 266. 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 203

February

RM 169

March

RM 182

April

RM 190

May

RM 169

June

RM 203

July

RM 203

August

RM 228

September

RM 190

October

RM 203

November

RM 194

December

RM 266

What car do most people hire in South America?

The most popular types of cars to hire in South America are the following: Luxury cars (Audi A4 or similar), Mini cars (Chevrolet Sonic Sedan or similar), and Full-size cars (BMW X3 or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in South America?

Localiza has 918 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in South America at 643.

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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in South America, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 26 October 2025.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in South America for a week from Budget?

    Budget is one of the most popular car hire companies in South America, offering car hire for around RM 2,794 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in South America?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in South America for a month is certainly possible.

Car rentals by fuel type in South America

Browse car rentals by fuel type in South America. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in South America. Deals were last updated on 26 October 2025.
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Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in South America. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (RM 49+).

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Hybrid

RM 100+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 49+

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