How Much To Rent A Car In South Africa

What is Rent?

Renting, also known as hiring or letting, is an agreement where a payment is made for the use of a good, service, or property owned by another over a fixed period of time. 

How Much To Rent A Car In South Africa

EconomyR247/day
PremiumR893/day
Passenger vanR532/day
LuxuryR1 771/day
Pick-up truckR748/day

Is it worth renting a car in South Africa?

We recommend renting the biggest car you can afford if you’re traveling for more than a few days. The drive times in South Africa can be long, so having a comfortable car will make the journeys a lot more enjoyable. A major plus is we’ve found rental car prices tend to be very reasonable in South Africa.

What are the rules for renting a car in South Africa?

To rent a car in South Africa, you must be at least 18 years old (age may vary by car category and location) and have held your license for one year. Drivers under the age of 25 may incur a young driver surcharge. Seatbelts are mandatory.

What is required to hire a car in South Africa?

The renter must be in possession of a valid, unendorsed local or international Driver’s License and this must be produced at the time of rental. Driver’s Licences must be carried by all persons at all times whilst driving in South Africa. The minimum age for rental from Hertz Car Rental South Africa is 18 years.

Do I need an international driver’s license to rent a car in South Africa?

South Africa and Foreign Driver’s Licences. When hiring a car in South Africa, most car rental companies, including First Car Rental, require foreign drivers to hold an International Driving Permit (IDP) as well as their Foreign Driver’s Licence.