Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in Canada, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should you book a rental car in Canada?
You should book your rental car in Canada around 7 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Canada?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Routes Car & Truck Rentals (22.75 ﷼/day), City Car & Truck Rental (25.46 ﷼/day) and Sixt (31.04 ﷼/day).
What is the most popular rental car in Canada?
Rentals in the SUV category (Ford Escape or similar) are the most popular option in Canada, costing 268 ﷼/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as 168 ﷼/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Canada?
The cheapest month to rent a car in Canada is January at an average cost of 110 ﷼/day. July is the most expensive month to rent a car in Canada when prices are 266 ﷼/day on average, which tends to be 502% above the yearly average rental price for Canada.
Which car hire company in Canada has the most locations?
Avis operates 181 locations in Canada, more than any other rental company.
Canada car rental price comparison by vehicle type
Find the right rental car in Canada by comparing prices across vehicle types.
Small
Medium
Large
SUV
Van
Pickup truck
Luxury
Convertible
Small cars
60 ﷼ - 143 ﷼
All Car Types
160 ﷼ - 313 ﷼
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Small car rentals in Canada typically cost around 91 ﷼ per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average 60 ﷼ per day which is about 35% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 60% cheaper than the average rental in Canada, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers.
Medium car rentals in Canada typically cost around 156 ﷼ per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average 87 ﷼ per day which is about 45% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 31% cheaper than the average rental in Canada, offering a good balance of space and value.
Large car rentals in Canada typically cost around 172 ﷼ per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average 95 ﷼ per day which is about 45% less than the yearly average. Large cars can be 24% cheaper than the average rental in Canada, offering more comfort for longer trips at a valuable price.
SUV rentals in Canada typically cost around 203 ﷼ per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average 143 ﷼ per day which is about 30% less than the yearly average. SUVs can be 10% cheaper than the average rental in Canada, providing extra space and capability for groups or road trips at a reasonable price.
Van rentals in Canada typically cost around 513 ﷼ per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average 452 ﷼ per day which is about 12% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 57% more expensive than the average rental in Canada, but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.
Pickup truck rentals in Canada typically cost around 219 ﷼ per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average 146 ﷼ per day which is about 34% less than the yearly average. Pickup trucks are 3% cheaper than the average rental in Canada, a practical choice for hauling gear or outdoor adventures.
Luxury car rentals in Canada typically cost around 296 ﷼ per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average 198 ﷼ per day which is about 34% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 25% more expensive than the average rental in Canada, but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.
Convertible rentals in Canada typically cost around 255 ﷼ per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average 150 ﷼ per day which is about 42% less than the yearly average. Convertibles are typically 13% more expensive than the average rental in Canada, perfect for scenic drives and warm-weather destinations.
Good to know
Most popular agency
Most popular car type
Average price
Good deal
Avis
Medium
210 ﷼/day
160 ﷼/day
Top tips for renting a car in Canada
Renting a car in Canada offers the best flexibility when exploring the country, and it can also be the quickest way to travel, second only to flying. Freight train traffic takes priority in Canada, so traveling by train can often come with delays. Traveling by bus is an option, but routes often leave some flexibility to be desired, especially if you want to travel to mountainous regions.
While the weather in Canada can vary greatly depending on which part of whatever province you plan to travel in, the winters all over Canada are long and snowy. If you’re planning on renting a car in the Canadian winter, you’d be better off with a four-wheel drive vehicle to navigate snowy roads and the more remote areas of the country.
If you’re traveling with a child under 40 lb, be advised that they’ll need to be secured in a car seat, whether you’re in a taxi or in the car you rented. This rule includes airport pickups, so be sure to either arrive in Canada with your own Canada-approved car seat or add one on to your rental car reservation through your chosen rental car company.
If you’re planning on crossing the border to the US with a car you rent in Canada, you can expect to do so without issue. You’ll simply need to gain permission from the rental car company and make sure that the provided insurance is sufficient for both countries’ requirements to cross. As with any border crossing, you’ll need to have your passport or visa on hand to show the border agents.
25% of our users found rental cars in Canada for 160 ﷼ or less
Small rental cars in Canada are around 75% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Canada
How much does it cost to rent a car in Canada?
On average a rental car in Canada costs 210 ﷼ per day.
Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to rent a car in Canada are Toronto (54% of total searches of users looking to rent a car in Canada), Calgary (18%) and Vancouver (10%).
How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Canada?
On average a rental car in Canada costs 1,468 ﷼ per week (210 ﷼ per day).
How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Canada?
On average a rental car in Canada costs 6,293 ﷼ per month (210 ﷼ per day).
What is driving like in Canada?
Driving in Canada is much like driving in the United States. You’ll drive on the right side of the road, and you’re permitted to turn right on a red light everywhere except in the city of Montreal. One thing to note is that if you travel to Quebec, the road signs will be only in French.
How old do you have to be to hire a car in Canada?
The age limits for renting a car in Canada vary by province. In Saskatchewan, the minimum age to rent a car is 18, while the minimum age for renting a car in the rest of the country varies from 21 to 24. Drivers under 25 might have limitations in Canada, such as being restricted from renting luxury cars or SUVs.
How much does petrol cost in Canada?
The price of petrol in Canada is a bit higher than it is in the United States, so make sure to budget for petrol correctly to avoid sticker shock at the pump. A gallon of petrol has an average price of around 2.50 USD in the US. In Canada, the average price of a gallon of petrol is around 5.04 CAD (3.80 USD).
What are the speed limits in Canada?
Speed limits in Canada are remarkably similar to the speed limits in the United States. The Canadian speed limit in school zones ranges from 30-50 km/h (20-30 mph), the limit on residential streets is 40-50 km/h (25-30 mph), the limit on major suburban roads is 60-70 km/h (37-44 mph), the limit on two-lane highways is 80 km/h (50 mph) and the limit on the expressway is 110 km/h (68 mph).
Car rental directory
Enterprise Rent-A-Car car rental locations in Canada
595 Locations
Discount Car & Truck Rentals car rental locations in Canada
298 Locations
Budget car rental locations in Canada
240 Locations
Avis car rental locations in Canada
182 Locations
Hertz car rental locations in Canada
177 Locations
National car rental locations in Canada
148 Locations
DISCOUNT.QUEBEC car rental locations in Canada
131 Locations
Thrifty car rental locations in Canada
124 Locations
Sunnycars car rental locations in Canada
90 Locations
keddy by Europcar car rental locations in Canada
90 Locations
FLEET car rental locations in Canada
80 Locations
Dollar car rental locations in Canada
78 Locations
Car rental locations in Canada
Everything you need to know for your car rental in Canada
The rates displayed include all taxes and fees for car rentals for the class listed and were found by KAYAK users in the last 48 hours. Offers are subject to change and may not be available on all car rentals listed or dates of travel. Some car rental providers charge additional fees for other services (GPS, infant car seats, etc.). Please check the car rental providers' sites.
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