Car Rentals in Cape Town, Western Cape

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Cape Town, South Africa
Jun 1 — Jun 8
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Cape Town, South Africa
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Rental cars insight and trends in Cape Town

Useful insights to help you book the perfect rental car in Cape Town

What is the cheapest rental car agency in Cape Town?

The cheapest rental cars in Cape Town are generally found through First Car. When booking with First Car, you may be able to find rental car prices for as low as $9/day. The average price to rent a car in Cape Town is $12/day.

What car rental company in Cape Town has the most locations?

keddy by Europcar has the most locations of any rental car company in Cape Town, with 10 locations.

What car do most people rent in Cape Town?

The Toyota Urban Cruiser is the most popular car to rent in Cape Town, according to our data. Our users have found prices for Toyota Urban Cruiser rentals for as low as $22/day in Cape Town, though on average you can expect prices to be around $52/day. Another popular car to rent in Cape Town is the Hyundai i10 for an average of $28/day, and deals as low as $10/day.

Best deals found for Cape Town, Western Cape car rentals

Find great deals below on a variety of popular rental cars in Cape Town, Western Cape
Chevrolet Spark
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

$11/day

6 Jun - 11 Jun
Chevrolet Spark
Suzuki SX4
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

$12/day

22 Jul - 23 Aug
Suzuki SX4
Ford Focus
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

$13/day

2 Jun - 31 Jul
Ford Focus
Jeep Compass
or similar Compact SUV
Up to 4 passengers

$18/day

10 Jul - 15 Aug
Jeep Compass
Kia Picanto
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

$20/day

12 Jun - 30 Jun
Kia Picanto
Ford Focus Sedan
or similar Intermediate
Up to 5 passengers
4-door vehicles

$21/day

27 Jun - 27 Jul
Ford Focus Sedan
Hyundai Tucson
or similar Intermediate SUV
Up to 5 passengers
4-door vehicles

$32/day

31 May - 31 Jul
Hyundai Tucson
Nissan Maxima
or similar Premium
Up to 5 passengers

$33/day

5 Jun - 2 Aug
Nissan Maxima
Nissan Armada
or similar Full-size SUV
Up to 5 passengers
4-door vehicles

$39/day

10 Jul - 15 Aug
Nissan Armada

Important information about Cape Town car rentals

Car rentals in Cape Town are a great way to get around and see all your favorite attractions at your own leisure. You can get from the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront downtown to the famous Cape Point Lighthouse in under an hour and a half. Table Mountain is another iconic sight in the city where you can take your Cape Town car rental. There are at least 20 car rental locations in Cape Town, at both the airport and downtown, so you’ll have many options to choose from. You will come to see that car rentals in Cape Town are fairly affordable. If your visit to Cape Town is road-trip-oriented, you may want to consider switching up your standard economy car rental for a 4x4 vehicle to not miss out on any isolated areas to explore. You can find free parking in the surroundings of the city center. There are parking meters enforced in the Cape Town Central Business District (CBD).

Cape Town is definitely walkable in the city center. Nonetheless, the most common and convenient way of getting around is with some sort of vehicle since a lot of the top attractions are outside of the city center. Driving up to Table Mountain will allow you a great view of the city and the ocean. It’s one of the best lookout points around the city. Taking the scenic route along Chapman’s Peak Drive towards Cape Peninsula is an essential day trip to go on with your cheap car rental in Cape Town. Cape Town is known for its beautiful landscape and scenic routes. You may get lucky and maybe you’ll see some penguins. Unfortunately, Cape Town is infamous for its traffic so make sure you leave some extra time to get places, just in case. It shouldn’t be difficult finding parking places at touristic spots, which are generally safe locations to leave a rental car.

The oddest thing about driving in South Africa you should be aware of when getting car rentals in Cape Town is they drive on the left-hand side but the cars are generally right-hand drive vehicles. The speeds and distances will be marked in kilometers as they use the metric system in South Africa. It’s illegal to use handheld phones while driving, so we recommend you leave your smartphone out of reach. There is zero tolerance for drinking and driving in Cape Town, so if you’re planning on having a drink, leave your car behind. You may be held in custody if stopped by the police with more than 0.05% of blood alcohol content. Since laws may change or be updated, we recommend checking with Cape Town’s department of motor vehicles before picking up rental cars in Cape Town.

Though it may vary depending on the car rental agency, it’s possible to obtain a car if you are 18 years old or older and have had your license for at least one year. Depending again on the agency, they may limit your choices and you won’t be able to get a luxury car rental in Cape Town. You must present a valid driver’s license. If your driver’s license is not in English, you must hold an International Driving Permit. On the other hand, if your country’s driver’s license does not include a photo, you must carry your passport with you as well.


Cape Town, Western Cape car rental deals found on momondo

Find the rental car in Cape Town that's right for you

Small Cars

$21 - $38

All Car Types

$76 - $104

The average price of a Small rental in Cape Town, South Africa is $26. The cheapest time to rent a Small in Cape Town, South Africa is in August. The price is 20% lower than the rest of the year at just $21 per day. A Small rental is typically 70% less expensive than the average rental car in Cape Town. The average price of a vehicle rental in Cape Town can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Cape Town Small rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a Medium rental in Cape Town, South Africa is $56. The cheapest time to rent a Medium in Cape Town, South Africa is in October. The price is 20% lower than the rest of the year at just $46 per day. A Medium rental is typically 34% less expensive than the average rental car in Cape Town. The average price of a vehicle rental in Cape Town can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Cape Town Medium rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a Large rental in Cape Town, South Africa is $102. The cheapest time to rent a Large in Cape Town, South Africa is in November. The price is 25% lower than the rest of the year at just $77 per day. A Large rental is typically 16% more expensive than the average rental car in Cape Town. The average price of a vehicle rental in Cape Town can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Cape Town Large rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a SUV rental in Cape Town, South Africa is $69. The cheapest time to rent a SUV in Cape Town, South Africa is in May. The price is 35% lower than the rest of the year at just $45 per day. A SUV rental is typically 20% less expensive than the average rental car in Cape Town. The average price of a vehicle rental in Cape Town can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Cape Town SUV rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a Van rental in Cape Town, South Africa is $99. The cheapest time to rent a Van in Cape Town, South Africa is in September. The price is 17% lower than the rest of the year at just $83 per day. A Van rental is typically 14% more expensive than the average rental car in Cape Town. The average price of a vehicle rental in Cape Town can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Cape Town Van rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a Pickup Truck rental in Cape Town, South Africa is $104. The cheapest time to rent a Pickup Truck in Cape Town, South Africa is in May. The price is 26% lower than the rest of the year at just $77 per day. A Pickup Truck rental is typically 18% more expensive than the average rental car in Cape Town. The average price of a vehicle rental in Cape Town can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.

The average price of a Luxury rental in Cape Town, South Africa is $148. The cheapest time to rent a Luxury in Cape Town, South Africa is in June. The price is 26% lower than the rest of the year at just $111 per day. A Luxury rental is typically 43% more expensive than the average rental car in Cape Town. The average price of a vehicle rental in Cape Town can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.

Chevrolet Spark
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

$11/day

6 Jun - 11 Jun
Chevrolet Spark
Suzuki SX4
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

$12/day

22 Jul - 23 Aug
Suzuki SX4

Cape Town car rental directory

All major car rental suppliers in Cape Town, Western Cape

Hertz

7.1
Good
51 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

7.2

keddy by Europcar

10.0
Wonderful
1 review10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

10.0

Europcar

10.0
Wonderful
3 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

1First Car Rental

10.0
Wonderful
1 review5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.3

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Budget

10.0
Wonderful
1 review4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Sixt

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

10.0

Avis

8.2
Very good
23 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

8.3

GREEN MOTION

8 locations

Quick facts about car rentals in Cape Town

Get the overview on great rental deals, popular car rental companies, and best car types for your visit in Cape Town

Most Popular Agency

GREEN MOTION

Popular Car Types

Mini, Economy, SUV

Cheapest Rental Car

$14

Most Popular Model

Class Mini Car
The most popular Cape Town car rental agency found on momondo this month is GREEN MOTION . Other top choices for car rental companies are First Car and Woodford
The following car types were offered at rental car companies in Cape Town in the past 72 hours: Mini, Economy, SUV.
The lowest price for a rental car in Cape Town is $14/day. For this area, you can expect average prices starting from $26/day.
The most popular car model to rent in Cape Town in the past 7 days is the Class Mini Car. Our users also prefer the Toyota Urban Cruiser as an alternative.

Find popular attractions close to your rental car pick-up

Visit these must-see attractions near popular rental car locations in Cape Town

Nearby attractions:

Athlone Stadium5.0 mi
Newlands Cricket Ground7.7 mi
Sunset Beach10.5 mi
Castle of Good Hope10.6 mi
Artscape Theatre Centre10.6 mi

Nearby attractions:

Sunset Beach8.6 mi
Athlone Stadium8.8 mi
Bloubergstrand Beach10.9 mi
Newlands Cricket Ground11.5 mi
Artscape Theatre Centre12.1 mi

Nearby attractions:

Athlone Stadium21.4 mi
Boulders Beach22.5 mi
Fish Hoek Beach22.9 mi
Newlands Cricket Ground23.4 mi
Table Mountain26.8 mi

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Driving with a rental car in Cape Town - FAQs

Learn everything there is to know about renting a car in Cape Town so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

For June in Cape Town, the average price from these searches for a weekend rental was $34 - but some users found deals as low as $15. For a week-long rental, the lowest price was $11, with more options around the $40 mark.

When renting a car, you can expect to find that a majority of the rental car agencies in Cape Town do not have a cancellation fee. Keep in mind that momondo does not set these cancellation policies, but we can help you find great deals on rental cars in Cape Town. Be sure to look for the Cancellation Policy when you conduct your search.


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