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 3 March 2025.
Most popular company | Europcar |
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Most common car type | Standard |
Average price per day | AED 400 |
Cheapest price per day | AED 250 |
What are the car hire prices for popular cities in India?
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 241 pickup locations in India to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 3 March 2025.
Price | AED 316 - AED 544 |
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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 3 March 2025.
January
AED 242
February
AED 242
March
AED 224
April
AED 209
May
AED 198
June
AED 190
July
AED 227
August
AED 246
September
AED 235
October
AED 242
November
AED 246
December
AED 242
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 3 March 2025.
Small cars | AED 174 - AED 445 | |
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All Car Types | AED 232 - AED 753 |
To rent a small car in India, you would pay an average price of AED 252/day. July is the cheapest month to rent a small car in India (~AED 174/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~AED 445/day). In fact, July is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for India. When comparing with other car types available for rental in India, renting a small car saves you 37% 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 rent a medium car in India, you would pay an average price of AED 396/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in India (~AED 259/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~AED 703/day). In fact, August is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for India. When comparing with other car types available for rental in India, renting a medium car saves you 1% 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 rent a large car in India, you would pay an average price of AED 331/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a large car in India (~AED 257/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~AED 1,089/day). In fact, August is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for India. When comparing with other car types available for rental in India, renting a large car saves you 17% 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 rent a van in India, you would pay an average price of AED 357/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a van in India (~AED 314/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~AED 771/day). In fact, April is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for India. When comparing with other car types available for rental in India, renting a van saves you 11% 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 3 March 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in India, including locations near Kochi, Hyderabad and Chennai. Check out reviews from past customers, confirm pickup locations, and other critical details before booking your reservation.
Instant Cabs
Europcar
keddy by Europcar
Car Club
SS Travels
MyChoize Car Rental
Myles
Avis
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in India, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 3 March 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?
At AED 248/day, the cheapest car rental price in India was found in New Delhi. On average, New Delhi has the cheapest daily rental car price (AED 316/day), which is 26% below average price for cities in India.
What side of the road do you drive on in India?
In India, drivers are expected to drive on the left side of the road.