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Cheap Car Rentals in South America from $37

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 South America with a pick-up date of 20/3 and drop-off date of 22/3. 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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South America car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in South America. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 February 2025.

Most popular company

Dollar

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

$78

Cheapest price per day

$37

South America car rental prices in popular cities

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across South America, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 February 2025.

Price

$76 - $81

Popular car types in South America

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in South America and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 19 February 2025.
Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

Mini

Mini

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compare available car types for rental in South America

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in South America to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 February 2025.

Small cars

$33 - $103

All Car Types

$51 - $124

To hire a small car in South America, you would pay an average price of $57/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in South America (~$33/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$103/day). In fact, September is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for South America. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South America, hiring a small car saves you 16% 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. Here are the best South America small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Mitsubishi Mirage$37/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage
Toyota Corolla$47/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla

Best South America car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in South America. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. Data was last updated on 19 February 2025.
Mitsubishi Mirage$37/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage
Toyota Corolla$47/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Toyota Yaris$51/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in South America, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 February 2025.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in South America?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in South America from the following companies over the past two weeks: Alamo ($41/day), Hertz ($47/day), and Dollar ($51/day).

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

    Localiza offers hire cars in South America for about $455 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in South America for the best price?

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 56%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in South America.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in South America.

Car rentals by fuel type in South America

Browse car rentals by fuel type in South America. Deals were last updated on 19 February 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in South America. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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