Santiago car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Santiago. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 July 2025.
Most popular company | CHILEANRENTACAR |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | $2.27 |
Average price per day | $45 |
Cheapest price per day | $38 |
Popular car types in Santiago
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Santiago and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 16 July 2025.
Economy
$38+
Compact
$41+
Intermediate
$44+
Full-size SUV
$69+
Mini
$47+
Compact SUV
$59+
Intermediate SUV
$67+
Standard SUV
$90+
Cheapflights insights for Santiago car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Santiago, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Santiago?
To get the best deal on a rental car in Santiago, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $49, which is about 47% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Santiago?
Looking to hire a car in Santiago? Rosselot had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $35.55/day. Street Rent a Car also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $38.73/day.
What is the best car rental company in Santiago?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Santiago is Europcar (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). keddy by Europcar (rated 9.1/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Santiago?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Santiago is October, when you can expect to pay $52/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Santiago is August ($60/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
$54
February
$54
March
$54
April
$55
May
$54
June
$55
July
$59
August
$60
September
$55
October
$52
November
$52
December
$55
What car do most people hire in Santiago?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Santiago are the following: SUV cars (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar), Compact cars (Hyundai Accent or similar), and Full-size cars (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Santiago?
keddy by Europcar has 9 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Chilean Rent A Car has the second-highest number of locations in Santiago at 8.
Top rental agencies in Santiago
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Santiago known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Santiago. Reviews were last updated on 16 July 2025.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Santiago, including Europcar, keddy by Europcar and Sixt. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Santiago, including Europcar, keddy by Europcar and Sixt.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Santiago, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 July 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Santiago?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $45/day when booking a car hire in Santiago. The absolute best deal a user found was for $38/day from Rosselot, booked on Jul. 13.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Santiago for a week from Street Rent a Car?
Street Rent a Car is one of the top picks in Santiago. They can have you in a hire car for about $271 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Santiago?
The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Santiago it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Santiago for a month?
Our recent data shows that Rosselot can potentially be 9% below the average car hire price in Santiago. Check prices and availability for Rosselot and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Santiago is on average $1,162 a month or $39 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Santiago car hire.
Car rentals by fuel type in Santiago
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Santiago. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Santiago. Deals were last updated on 16 July 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Santiago. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($24+).
Hybrid
$36+
Petrol/Diesel
$24+