Car hire in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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These are the lowest Rio de Janeiro car hire prices we found over the next 30 days and are subject to change.

When's the cheapest time to hire a car in Rio de Janeiro?

Our data shows that October is the cheapest month to rent a car in Rio de Janeiro. It’s around 886.174 ₫ per day in October, compared to the yearly average of 1.504.754 ₫ per day.
Cheapest month avgOctober • 886.174 ₫
Yearly avg price1.504.754 ₫

Select your Rio de Janeiro pick-up location

There are 88 car hire providers in Rio de Janeiro. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

Car hire pick-up spots in Rio de Janeiro

Compare car hire prices at airports, train stations and in different neighbourhoods across Rio de Janeiro. You might find a better price, or the perfect pick-up point nearby. Start your journey where it suits you.
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These are estimated prices to help you choose from a large number of options. Each is an average based on the lowest car rental prices found for each destination over the last 15 days.

The most popular car rental companies in Rio de Janeiro

Foco
Unidas
Movida
Localiza
Alamo
National

What's the most popular car to hire in Rio de Janeiro?

Based on recent Skyscanner data, the Volkswagen Polo is the most popular car to hire in Rio de Janeiro, with prices starting from 313.592 ₫ per day. The Volkswagen Up! and similar models are also popular drives in Rio de Janeiro.
Volkswagen Polo
Volkswagen Polo12% chose this
Volkswagen Up!
Volkswagen Up!7% chose this
BMW 2-Series
BMW 2-Series5% chose this
Volkswagen T-Cross
Volkswagen T-Cross5% chose this
Most popular carVolkswagen Polo
Why?Comfortable, practical, good value

Rio de Janeiro's cheapest car hire providers

Avis has the cheapest car hire in Rio de Janeiro right now, with prices from 313.592 ₫ per day. You'll save an average of 292.806 ₫ per day when you book with them.
Avisfrom 313.592 ₫ per day
Focofrom 483.368 ₫ per day
Localizafrom 626.289 ₫ per day
Movidafrom 709.536 ₫ per day
Cheapest providerAvis
Book with them to save around292.806 ₫ per day

Hiring a car in Rio de Janeiro: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyFoco
Most popular carLarge, fullsize
Average daily price3.177.990 ₫
Best time to bookLess than 1 week before

How to book the best car rental deals in Rio de Janeiro

We’re frequently named as the most trusted travel search site out there. We scan hundreds of trusted travel providers and put it all in one place, allowing you to instantly compare car hire rates and then book with no fees. Here's how to get the most out of your Rio de Janeiro car rental search.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Rio de Janeiro that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your plans if you need to.

Rent a car in Rio de Janeiro for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Rio de Janeiro avoid costly admin in between pick-ups by hiring out cars for longer periods. So see if monthly car hire is cheaper than the three weeks you need it for by selecting 30 days.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off in Rio de Janeiro, look out for deals with a 'full to full' fuel policy, as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

Skip the queues

We call out keyless pick-up when you search for cars with us. No keys to pick up, means no queues. Just turn up at your preferred Rio de Janeiro car hire location, hop in and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

The average car hire cost in Rio de Janeiro is 3.177.990 ₫ per day or 14.242.323 ₫ for a seven-day rental. If you're looking for a cheap deal, the lowest price we found is 313.592 ₫ per day for Small hire from Foco. Need a specific type of car? Here's how prices compare:
Economy
Average price: 1.505.898 ₫ per day.
Cheapest price found: 313.592 ₫ per day.
SUV
Average price: 1.915.865 ₫ per day.
Cheapest price found: 626.289 ₫ per day.
Premium/Luxury
Average price: 3.135.024 ₫ per day.
Cheapest price found: 1.048.489 ₫ per day.
The cheapest car to rent in Rio de Janeiro is Small, economy. The most popular is Large, fullsize.
The cheapest car hire company in Rio de Janeiro is currently Foco, followed by Localiza.
Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book  – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Rio de Janeiro is currently March.
On average, around 14.242.323 ₫. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Rio de Janeiro is 2.195.144 ₫.
Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Rio de Janeiro for a whole month is 29.252.661 ₫. 

But sometimes, you'll get a discount for booking a whole month instead of 3 and a half weeks. So play with your dates to find the best deals!
If you're looking for freedom to explore Rio de Janeiro, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Rio de Janeiro that have free cancellation
If you've booked car hire with free cancellation, you can usually cancel or change your booking without paying a fee. The deadline depends on the car hire company, but it's typically around 48 hours before pick-up. If you cancel after that, you may be charged. If your booking doesn't include free cancellation, you'll need to check the car hire company's cancellation policy. Depending on when you cancel, you might have to pay a fee or you won't get a refund.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Rio de Janeiro offer same-day car hire. If you're looking for last-minute car hire in Rio de Janeiro, search for today's date on Skyscanner to compare what's available.
The best time to book car hire in Rio de Janeiro is usually as early as you can. Booking ahead often means cheaper prices and more cars to choose from. You can sometimes find a good last-minute deal, but it's never guaranteed and availability is often more limited.
A good deal for car hire in Rio de Janeiro is usually around 2.383.492 ₫ per day or less. That's about 25% cheaper than the average price in Rio de Janeiro, which is 3.177.990 ₫ per day. The cheapest price we found in Rio de Janeiro is 313.592 ₫ per day with Foco for Small car hire.
It depends on the car hire company. Some companies in Rio de Janeiro will let you drive your hire car abroad, often for an extra fee, while others don't allow it. If you're planning to cross a border, check with the car hire company before you travel. Driving your hire car abroad without permission could invalidate your insurance or break the terms of your rental agreement.
It depends on the car hire company. Some accept debit cards, others require a credit card. Either way, you'll need enough money on your card to cover a security deposit which you'll get back when you return the car.
Electric cars aren't currently available to hire in Rio de Janeiro. More electric cars are becoming available, so that could change in the future. If you're still looking for a lower-emission option, you can compare hybrid cars on Skyscanner.
Yes – you can easily find car hire companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select ‘Return car to a different location’ when you search with us.
Public transport can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, for as long as you want. And you'll be able to discover more outside of Rio de Janeiro.
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is 313.592 ₫ per day. The average price per day is around 1.505.898 ₫.
Of course. Most major car hire companies like Foco, Unidas and Movida offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.
The best car hire company depends on what's most important to you. If customer ratings are your priority, here are some of the highest-rated car hire companies in Rio de Janeiro, based on Skyscanner reviews. We've also included their average daily prices to help you compare your options.
Localiza
4.8/5 (from 40 reviews)
Average daily price: 2.023.450 ₫
Movida
4.8/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: 1.685.278 ₫
Foco
1.0/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: 1.343.485 ₫
You don't have to get it, but it's worth thinking about. In Rio de Janeiro, the excess (what you pay if the car gets damaged or stolen) ranges from 13.622.001 ₫ to 207.857.998 ₫ depending on who you book with. The cost of excess insurance also varies by car hire company. You can buy excess insurance separately, which is usually cheaper than buying it through the car hire company.
Large car hire — like the Toyota Corolla — averages 3.177.990 ₫ per day in Rio de Janeiro. According to our data, the lowest price for Large car hire in Rio de Janeiro right now is 1.146.356 ₫ per day with Foco.
Luxury car hire, like the Toyota Corolla, costs an average of 3.135.024 ₫ per day in Rio de Janeiro. The cheapest price we could find is 1.048.489 ₫ per day with Movida.
Medium car hire, which is usually something like the Volkswagen Polo, averages 1.519.026 ₫ per day in Rio de Janeiro. The cheapest price we found for Medium car hire in Rio de Janeiro is 483.368 ₫ per day with Foco.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Rio de Janeiro let you add an extra driver. You usually need to pay an additional driver fee which costs around 123.583 ₫ per day. Some companies include it at no extra cost, so check the details before you book.
Yes – van hire is available in Rio de Janeiro.