India car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in India. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 29 April 2025.
Most popular company | Europcar |
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Most common car type | Standard |
Average price per day | S$ 215 |
Cheapest price per day | S$ 156 |
India car rental prices in popular cities
Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across India, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 233 pickup locations in India to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 29 April 2025.
Price | S$ 194 - S$ 259 |
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in India?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in India and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 29 April 2025.
January
S$ 86
February
S$ 86
March
S$ 86
April
S$ 86
May
S$ 82
June
S$ 77
July
S$ 84
August
S$ 87
September
S$ 82
October
S$ 87
November
S$ 87
December
S$ 87
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in India is June. The most expensive time to rent a car is August. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.
Compare available car types for rental in India
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in India to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 29 April 2025.
Small cars | S$ 54 - S$ 135 | |
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All Car Types | S$ 56 - S$ 198 |
To hire a small car in India, you would pay an average price of S$ 76/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a small car in India (~S$ 54/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~S$ 135/day). In fact, July is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for India. When comparing with other car types available for hire in India, hiring a small car saves you 33% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
To hire a medium car in India, you would pay an average price of S$ 101/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in India (~S$ 57/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~S$ 279/day). In fact, May is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for India. When comparing with other car types available for hire in India, hiring a medium car saves you 10% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
To hire a van in India, you would pay an average price of S$ 95/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a van in India (~S$ 91/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~S$ 279/day). In fact, May is about 5% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for India. When comparing with other car types available for hire in India, hiring a van saves you 16% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
Top rental agencies in India
Explore the leading car rental agencies in India known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in India. Reviews were last updated on 29 April 2025.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the India region, including those located within the Chennai, Hyderabad and New Delhi area. Make sure to take a look at reviews from past customers, daily rate and other charges, and pickup location before making your decision.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in India, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 29 April 2025.
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in India?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Hertz (6.0 rating), Avis (2.0 rating) and Europcar (2.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in India.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in India?
When visiting India, it is typically cheapest to rent your car in Chennai where rental cars typically will cost around S$ 194/day (14% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in India was found in Bengaluru for just S$ 117/day.
What side of the road do you drive on in India?
Cars travel on the left side of the road in India.