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South America car rentals in 2026

Most popular company

FOCO

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

RM 166

Cheapest price per day

RM 94
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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 166/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 294% off the average price.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in South America?

Looking to hire a car in South America? FOCO had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only RM 15.33/day. MOVIDA also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at RM 25.77/day.

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

Planning to hire a car in South America? September is the cheapest month, costing about RM 148 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of RM 212. 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 184

February

RM 179

March

RM 168

April

RM 167

May

RM 160

June

RM 158

July

RM 164

August

RM 154

September

RM 148

October

RM 159

November

RM 171

December

RM 212

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

Avis has 325 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Loki has the second-highest number of locations in South America at 3.

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Car rental FAQs

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

    FOCO is one of the most popular car hire companies in South America, offering car hire for around RM 589 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

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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 34+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 76+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 34+

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