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Cheap Car Hire in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from $32

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 Rio de Janeiro with a pick-up date of 3/8 and drop-off date of 4/9. 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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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 June 2025.

Most popular company

MOVIDA

Price of petrol per litre

$1.66

Average price per day

$51

Cheapest price per day

$32

Popular car types in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 13 June 2025.

There are currently 179 hire locations operating in Rio de Janeiro spread across 19 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Rio de Janeiro is small car at $32 a day. Below are all the 3 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Commercial

Commercial

Compare car hire deals in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil by type

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

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

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

MG 3$32/day
2
M
A/C
MG 3
Mercedes-Benz A-Class$32/day
4
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz A-Class
Toyota Yaris$165/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris

Best car hire deals found in Rio de Janeiro

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil with an average daily rate of $103. Data was last updated on 13 June 2025.
Peruse the best Rio de Janeiro car hire deals we've found. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
MG 3$32/day
2
M
A/C
MG 3
Mercedes-Benz A-Class$32/day
4
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz A-Class
Subaru Forester$43/day
5
M
A/C
Subaru Forester

Cheapflights insights for Rio de Janeiro car hires

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in Rio de Janeiro?

Book your car hire in Rio de Janeiro 48 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $37/day on average when booked 48 days ahead, which saves you 32% off the usual average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Rio de Janeiro?

Looking to hire a car in Rio de Janeiro? MOVIDA had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $20.01/day. FOCO also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $24.51/day.

What is the best car rental company in Rio de Janeiro?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Rio de Janeiro is Alamo (rated 8.5/10 with 1 review). Localiza (rated 8.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Rio de Janeiro?

At Rio de Janeiro, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $38. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging $48 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Rio de Janeiro, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $38. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging $48 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$38

February

$41

March

$41

April

$46

May

$41

June

$38

July

$43

August

$40

September

$40

October

$41

November

$43

December

$48

What car do most people hire in Rio de Janeiro?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Rio de Janeiro are the following: SUV cars (Class Intermediate SUV or similar), Intermediate cars (Class Intermediate SUV or similar), and Economy cars (Fiat Mobi or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Rio de Janeiro?

Localiza has 27 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Enterprise Rent-A-Car has the second-highest number of locations in Rio de Janeiro at 20.

Top hire agencies in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Reviews were last updated on 13 June 2025.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Rio de Janeiro, including Alamo, Localiza and Hertz. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Alamo

8.5
Very Good
1 review16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.5

Localiza

8.0
Very Good
1 review27 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

9.5

Hertz

7.7
Good
2 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.7

MOVIDA

6.8
Okay
2 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

6.4

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.6

FOCO

6.2
Okay
3 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Unidas

19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.0

Comfort

5.0

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

5.0

Avis

2.6
Poor
2 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

2.6

Pick-up/drop-off

4.3

Value

2.6

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Rio de Janeiro?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $51/day when booking a car hire in Rio de Janeiro. The absolute best deal a user found was for $21/day from MOVIDA , booked on Jun. 8.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Rio de Janeiro for a week from MOVIDA ?

    MOVIDA offers hire cars in Rio de Janeiro for about $385 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Rio de Janeiro?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Rio de Janeiro for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Rio de Janeiro for a month?

    Our recent data shows that MOVIDA can potentially be 64% below the average car hire price in Rio de Janeiro. Check prices and availability for MOVIDA and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Rio de Janeiro is on average $1,649 a month or $55 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Rio de Janeiro car hire.

  • How much is a car hire in Rio de Janeiro for a weekend?

    $0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Rio de Janeiro. To save money, consider booking a Economy car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in July, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as $0 per day.

Car hires by fuel type in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Browse car hires by fuel type in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Deals were last updated on 13 June 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($202+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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