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Cheap Car Hire in Canada from R736

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 Canada with a pick-up date of 17/7 and drop-off date of 24/7. 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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Canada car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Canada. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 18 June 2025.

Most popular company

City Car & Truck Rental

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

R752

Cheapest price per day

R736

Popular car types in Canada

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Canada and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 18 June 2025.

There are 102 hire agencies servicing Canada. These agencies, altogether, have 2 693 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? medium car is the cheapest car type to hire in Canada with prices from R736 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 6 car types you can hire in Canada:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

R1 047+

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

SUV

SUV

R1 753+

People carrier

People carrier

R1 003+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 507+

Compare car hire deals in Canada by type

Here are the best Canada small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Canada medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Canada large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Canada SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai i20R872/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Volkswagen Polo VivoR911/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Hyundai i10R946/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10

Best car hire deals found in Canada

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Canada. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Canada with an average daily rate of R1 227. Data was last updated on 18 June 2025.
We've found these great deals on car hires in Canada, including options within the Toronto, Vancouver and Calgary area. Come back soon if you don't find what you're looking for as deals are updated often.
Audi A3R736/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A3
Toyota RushR793/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Rush
Nissan AlmeraR828/day
5
M
A/C
Nissan Almera

Cheapflights insights for Canada car hires

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in Canada?

For the best savings on car hire in Canada, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just R696/day – about 1 401% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Canada?

In Canada, the most affordable car hire company right now is Europcar, offering prices from just R518,07/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is City Car & Truck Rental, with rates starting at R583,37/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Canada?

Planning to hire a car in Canada? January is the cheapest month, costing about R559 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R1 267. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R559

February

R672

March

R668

April

R685

May

R779

June

R1 003

July

R1 267

August

R1 239

September

R852

October

R803

November

R677

December

R733

What car do most people hire in Canada?

SUV cars (GMC Yukon XL, for example) are the most popular in Canada. Standard (Ford Edge) and Premium (GMC Yukon XL) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Canada.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Canada?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 576 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Discount Car & Truck Rentals has the second-highest number of locations in Canada at 292.

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Canada, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 1,545 pickup locations in Canada to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 18 June 2025.

Top rental agencies in Canada

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Canada known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Canada. Reviews were last updated on 18 June 2025.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top car hiring agencies serving Canada, including those serving the Toronto, Vancouver and Calgary area. Make sure to take a look at reviews from past customers, daily rate and other charges, and pickup location before making your decision.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,3
Very Good
1174 reviews576 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,3

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,3

Pick-up/drop-off

8,3

Value

7,9

Hertz

7,3
Good
1039 reviews182 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

7,3

Value

7,1

Alamo

8,5
Very Good
438 reviews26 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

8,6

Overall

8,5

Pick-up/drop-off

8,5

Value

8,2

National

8,3
Very Good
233 reviews148 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

8,6

Overall

8,3

Pick-up/drop-off

8,4

Value

8,1

Avis

7,8
Good
680 reviews185 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

8,2

Overall

7,8

Pick-up/drop-off

7,8

Value

7,5

Budget

7,7
Good
980 reviews248 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Overall

7,7

Pick-up/drop-off

7,8

Value

7,4

Thrifty

7,7
Good
399 reviews114 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Overall

7,7

Pick-up/drop-off

7,9

Value

7,5

Dollar

7,5
Good
224 reviews66 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Overall

7,5

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

7,4

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Canada, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 June 2025.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Canada?

    The most popular car hire company at Canada is City Car & Truck Rental. With prices on ECONOMY starting at R583/day about 100% more people book with City Car & Truck Rental than other companies in the country.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Canada?

    When visiting Canada, it is typically cheapest to hire your car in Toronto where rental cars typically will cost around R786/day (8% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest car hire price in Canada was found in Toronto for just R679/day.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Canada?

    Cars in Canada are to be driven on the right side of the road.

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