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

For the best savings on car hire in Cotonou, make your reservation 39 days before pickup. The average price then is just $54/day – about 23% less than the yearly average.

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What is the best car rental company in Cotonou?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Cotonou is Europcar (rated 5.3/10). Avis (rated 2.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

Europcar
Europcar
5.3
Avis
Avis
2.0
Sixt
Sixt
2.0
Hertz
Hertz
2.0

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

Planning to hire a car in Cotonou? May is the cheapest month, costing about $78 per day. In contrast, September is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $127. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$109

February

$106

March

$84

April

$82

May

$78

June

$81

July

$117

August

$81

September

$127

October

$127

November

$124

December

$121

What car do most people hire in Cotonou?

Compact cars (Toyota RAV4, for example) are the most popular in Cotonou. SUV (Toyota Land Cruiser Prado) and Mini (Hyundai i10) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Cotonou.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Cotonou?

In Cotonou, Hertz, keddy by Europcar, and Sixt have 2 locations, more than any other car hire company in the area.

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Top hire agencies in Cotonou

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Cotonou known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 5 car hire companies in Cotonou. Reviews were last updated on 17 September 2025.

Europcar

1 location
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Avis

1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Sixt

2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Hertz

2.0
Poor
1 review•2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

keddy by Europcar

2 locations
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Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Cotonou, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 September 2025.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Cotonou?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Cotonou for a month is certainly possible.

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